The Liquid Lunch Project

"You're still broke and will always be one if you don't know how to communicate," your guest observes, pointing out that business, at the end of the day, is all about engaging with people and building connections with them. Working as a doorman for a nightclub, at some point in his career, allowed Steve to master some of the best skills that contributed to his enormous success. He currently teaches people how to speak effectively so that they may build and leverage connections to achieve their business objectives. Steve Sims is the founder of the world's first luxury concierge, offering the highest level of personalized travel, transportation, and cutting-edge entertainment services to corporate executives, celebrities, professional athletes, and other discriminating individuals who want to live life to the fullest. He's a coach, speaker, podcaster, and also the author of Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen, a best-selling book. Steve has spent over two decades falling flat on his face to learn the lessons that you may use to your career aspirations. He has built an exclusive reputation and remarkable client list among the world's affluent and famous because of his unusual knack for connecting with people's interests, opening doors, and making things happen. Steve talks about his journey, business, accomplishments, and a lot more with Matthew and Luigi in this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project. If a "bricklayer from London" can do all of it, so can you. Tune in now if you're ready to step up your game. What You Will Learn: Why effective communication is the key to your business' success. How you may utilize technology to help you rather than replace you. What makes Steve a great coach to other business owners. Why he launched Sims Media. How you may train your mind to see, think, and perceive things in new ways. And much more! Favorite Quote: "Communication is still a skill for which there is no app and one in which we are becoming increasingly lazy and inept." Steve Sims How To Get Involved: Visit Steve's Website or connect with him on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram to learn more about him. Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

"People gain their relevance in cybersecurity and other highly technical professions by being smarter than other people," Christian confesses. He also used to value being the "smartest person in the room," but then he's realized that his greatest contribution to humanity and the battle against cybercrime is his ability to raise awareness of the issues and take tangible steps through effective communication. Christian helps to lower the danger of your company being targeted by cybercriminals. He's reintroducing emotional intelligence to cybersecurity and other high-tech fields, where they've permitted and condoned intellectual bullying due to employees with high IQ (intelligence quotient) but poor EQ (emotional quotient). In his book, The Smartest Person in the Room: The Root Cause and New Solution for Cybersecurity, he provides a seven-step methodology for dealing with the High IQ/Low EQ problem. His approach and field anecdotes help you develop your team's technical minds so they may become better individuals and powerful leaders who flourish in every role. Christian Espinosa is currently the Managing Director at Cerberus Sentinel and the Founder and former CEO of Alpine Security. He is an entrepreneur, an author, a white-hat hacker, a certified high-performance coach, a speaker, and a cybersecurity instructor, to name a few. His goal is to make the world a better place while also improving the cybersecurity industry. When he's not guarding us against hackers, Christian climbs mountains, travels the globe, teaches outdoor survival, and competes in Ironman triathlons. In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, your guest discusses his intriguing backstory with Matthew and Luigi, as well as how he rose to become an industry leader. He also goes into great detail about his book and how it may help you change your most unknown vulnerability into your best defense. Brace yourself for all of the pearls of wisdom he has in store for you in this podcast. What You Will Learn: How Christian assists techs and other geeks in achieving their full potential as leaders. Why we're losing the cyberwar. What top attributes one can look for in a company's CEO. And much more! Favorite Quote: "To me, success is when I feel that what I'm doing is in tune with who I am." - Christian Espinosa How To Get Involved: Find more about Christian and his book, The Smartest Person in the Room, through the Website, or connect with him on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Get a copy of his book on Amazon here. Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

Jeff Bezos is the world's richest entrepreneur, having built Amazon, the world's fastest company to reach $100 billion in revenue. Many business owners are still perplexed by Amazon's meteoric ascent, unsure of what the secret sauce is. However, now is the time to start looking for a solution, as Steve has brought you the roadmap to it. Through his book, The Bezos Letters: 14 Principles To Grow Your Business Like Amazon, Steve Anderson, a business expert, discloses for the first time, the essential lessons, attitudes, concepts, and procedures that Bezos used to turn Amazon into the massive success it is today. He tries to tell business owners, executives, and CEOs how to take the same approach to their companies and become "more effective, productive, and profitable" in a short amount of time. Steve Anderson is a trusted authority on Risk, Technology, Productivity, and Innovation with over 35 years of experience in the insurance sector. He is an Insurance Law master's degree holder. A sought-after speaker, author, and "futurist" also became one of the first 150 LinkedIn Influencers, with a large number of followers. Steve discusses his lengthy research as well as the inspiration for creating The Bezos Letters with Matthew and Luigi in this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project. They also look at Bezos' essential "growth principles," that both major firms and "solopreneurs" may use to scale up."I believe they can be applied to almost any organization," Steve claims, "In fact, I've had feedback from nonprofits and others who aren't in the conventional corporate sector on how they have found the concepts to be useful." Listen in to find out more. What You Will Learn: What drove Steve to pen The Bezos Letters. What turns out to be his favorite out of all the principles he discusses in the book. How Steve's wife aided him in his efforts to write the book. What some of Amazon's past missteps have been. Why Steve believes that risk and business growth are inextricably linked. And much more! Favorite Quote: "One of my growth philosophies is to take risks with large ideas and to practice dynamic invention and innovation." - Steve Anderson How To Get Involved: Find more about Steve and his book through the Website, or connect with him on LinkedIn and Twitter. Get hold of a copy of The Bezos Letters: 14 Principles To Grow Your Business Like Amazon here. Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

Will intelligent robots eventually take over all of our jobs, or maybe the entire world? Artificial intelligence (AI) systems are modern technological marvels. Many of us are left wondering where it will all end as a result of its meteoric rise. However, Steve insists, "We don't have to worry about robots gaining power or taking over all of our occupations." He joins the show to explain Artificial Intelligence in layman's terms, building on his unique experience as an early AI researcher and statistician. Steve Shwartz has a long history of success as a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and author. He began his career by joining the Yale University faculty as a postdoctoral researcher in Computer Science. He co-founded Device42, one of the country's fastest-growing software companies, and was a founder or co-founder of three AI firms, including Esperant, which became one of the most popular business intelligence tools in the 1990s. He's also been a part of two successful Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and multiple M&A exits. In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, Steve discusses his extraordinary professional life with Matthew and Luigi. The author of the book, Evil Robots, Killer Computers, and Other Myths enlightens us on the reality of AI and the future of mankind. He has a plethora of information to share with you all. Listen up to get all of the interesting details. What You Will Learn: Why Artificial Intelligence (AI) won't be able to replace all of our jobs. How the main types of AI work. What piqued Steve's interest in angel investment. And much more! Favorite Quote: "Being able to appreciate what you do is a sign of success." Steve Shwartz How To Get Involved: Find more about Steve through the Website, or you can connect with him on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. You can get a copy of his book on Amazon. Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

Whether you're a successful business owner or trying to start your own business for the first time, franchising may be a great opportunity to take charge of your life and create freedom for yourself. Wes has reaped enormous benefits through franchising, not only in terms of financial resources, but also in terms of having far more control over "his time, schedules, and livelihood." Instead of being tied by an employer, he has now become the master of his own destiny. Wes Barefoot is a driven entrepreneur with substantial franchising expertise. He has years of experience as a franchisee as well as working with franchisors in a range of operational, managerial, and franchise development roles with several franchise firms. He now offers consultancy services based on his extensive knowledge. Wes also hosts a podcast that encourages people to begin or continue their journey to financial independence by looking into various business opportunities. There's a myriad of franchise options available these days. Some are good, while others aren't, and figuring out which one is the best fit for you without help can be a challenging job. As a professional franchise consultant, Wes now assists others to understand franchising and determine if it's a suitable fit for them. "My goal is to simply educate people, assist them to realize the benefits of investing in the proper franchise, and then take them through the due diligence process," he explains. In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, your guest discusses with Matthew and Luigi a great deal about this industry, its current state, and its prospects. To learn more, listen in. What You Will Learn: Why franchising is a wise business decision. How Wes got into this industry. What you should consider before buying a franchise. And much more! Favorite Quote: "To me, success means being able to wake up every day and work on the things I want to work on without being obligated to anyone else." Wes Barefoot How To Get Involved: Find Wes through the Website or connect with him on LinkedIn. You can listen to his podcast called Path 2 Freedom by clicking here. Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

What will space look like in the next 50 years? Commercial space flight, space tourism, orbital space stations, and lunar colonies may become a reality by that time. It is expected that people will occupy space like never before during the next three decades. Chris has joined the show to provide deeper insight and to explain how we are living in the golden age of space exploration. Chris Lewicki is an entrepreneur, engineer, and "near-futurist" who is interested in the economic development of outer space. He is fascinated by exponential technologies, the integration of concepts from other sectors, and the development of space infrastructure upon which decades of progress may be built. His leadership qualities, passion, competence, and wisdom have left a lasting impression on many people. In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, Chris talks a lot about his business and space exploration: how far we've come - and where we're going – and shares some astonishing facts with Matthew and Luigi. Keep an ear out for the nuggets. What You Will Learn: What inspired Chris to pursue a career in space, and how did he get involved. How private space companies make money exploring the final frontier. Why Cape Canaveral is an ideal location for space launches. How long it would truly take to inhabit Mars. What opinion Chris has about extraterrestrial life forms. And many more interesting facts! Favorite Quote: "I'm particularly looking forward to space entertainment because I believe it will be the most innovative and intriguing thing to impact humanity in a century, given how athletic sports and athleticism vary when gravity is removed." Chris Lewicki How To Get Involved: Find Chris through the Website, or you connect with him on LinkedIn and Twitter. Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

As a public speaker, author of two books, and owner of five startups, Terry Jones has been called the poster boy of disruption. He says it all started when he decided to spend a year traveling the world after college. Upon his return, he decided he wanted to get into the travel business. Following the traditional path, he went to work at an agency. Just six months in, his manager approached him about doing their own startup. So, they quit and started their own agency. In just five years, they built it to be the 50th largest agency in the US. Terry found himself using cutting-edge technology for ticketing purchases. He found the technology so fascinating, he got involved in sales for a mini computing company. As he rose through the ranks, he found himself in charge of a computer system that was responsible for 40 airlines. He was passionate about running the online booking system, but knew he could do it better. That's when Terry founded Travelocity.com. With 12.4 million unique visitors and 91 million page views, to say it disrupted the industry is an understatement. What You'll Learn: How classic business models are being disrupted. Why you should constantly be learning about other industries. How you can be sure you're hiring the best person for the job. How disruption and innovation are two sides of the same coin. Favorite Quote: "It's important to be curious; one thing that I attribute my good fortune to is that I'm a very curious guy." —Terry Jones How To Get Involved: Check out Terry's book HERE Visit Terry website HERE Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

Exploring the unknown can be challenging, yet it's the path to uncertainty that leads to some of the most rewarding experiences in our lives. Lisa would have never known how much more she was capable of accomplishing in her life if she hadn't been bold enough to embrace skepticism with that one giant leap into the unknown. She had absolutely no clue where her next paycheck would come from when she switched from the Courtroom to Direct Selling. However, she made it happen with the strength of her resolve. Lisa Hocker is a former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney who has evolved into an entrepreneur, network marketer, global team builder, and coach. She is also a podcaster and the best-selling author of Direct AF Sales, a book that outlines simple, doable tactics for becoming a true entrepreneur and being more creative in network marketing. Lisa's decision to embark on this new venture was not an easy one, but once she got started, there was no turning back. She leveraged her courtroom experience and abilities to develop a "no-nonsense, winning strategy" for direct sales. In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, your guest shares her success story with Matthew and Luigi. If you aren't happy with your work or it's not giving you the time and flexibility that you desire, there are always other things that you can do out there. "All you need to do is be receptive and open to different opportunities." Listen in to figure out how you can make it happen. What You Will Learn: Why Lisa decided to leave her legal job and pursue a career in network marketing. How this transition to a new job helped her find fulfillment. What leads to success in network marketing. And much more! Favorite Quote: "You have to learn how to learn, otherwise you can't pivot in life." Lisa Hocker How To Get Involved: Find more about Lisa through the Website here, or you can connect with her on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Get a free copy of Direct AF Sales here. Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

By pivoting over and over, Marty figured out what most people can't in their lifetime. He found a passion and a way to make money from it. And, what can't you achieve when you're passionate about what you do! Today, Marty stands at the pinnacle of his career. Marty Toma from Denver Patio Masters, a family-owned-and-operated business and Denver Classic Broncos, exemplifies what it takes to be a true entrepreneur. Despite coming from a diverse background, his competence in the construction industry sets him apart. In keeping with his company's fundamental purpose, Marty and his team strive relentlessly to provide every customer with the greatest possible product, service, and pricing. In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, Marty reveals the highs and lows of his career path to Matthew and Luigi through a lively conversation. Your guest's journey from mortgages to construction realms, and now that he's getting set to launch his franchise model, is one worth hearing about. Listen in to learn the key to his business success. What You Will Learn: How Marty started his full-service remodeling company and what challenges he overcame in his new endeavor. What differences do you find between "being a generalist" versus "being a specialist" in the construction phase and how figuring out his specialization allowed Marty and his team to hit their stride. Why it's essential to have rock-solid production processes in place before you attempt to scale your business. How to handle negative customer reviews successfully. And much more! Favorite Quote: "We're going to turn our franchisees into concrete selling assassins, who literally will revolutionize the customer service and the customer experience when it comes to doing concrete work." Marty Toma How To Get Involved: Find more about Marty through the Website, or you can connect with him on LinkedIn and Facebook. Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, are a sort of asset that most people never heard of, until recently. Is this a long-term investing trend, or just a fad, with numerous of these digital assets selling for millions of dollars? If you're scratching your head, ignorant to this new tech trend, don't fret, because your guest today, a master from the NFT space, can explain this to you better than anybody else. John Kraski is the Director of Operations at NFT Genius. He despised every job he had in the last two decades and finally got a chance to recreate himself in this incredible sector, which allows him to use all of his skills and abilities to the fullest. "I'm genuinely now the best version of myself in my career," he continues, "and it all occurred in six months!" John also hosts the NFT Heat podcast show where he invites experts from this field to give insight into this "emerging world". In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew, Luigi, and John delve into the fascinating world of NFTs and their applications. This is the next big thing in futuristic technology, and John explains why it's more than just a passing craze. This data unit, which is stored in a digital ledger called blockchain, appears to have permeated all walks of life. If you haven't started following NFTs yet, here's a chat to explain why you should. Tune in to learn more about "this new world full of possibilities." What You Will Learn: What NFTs are and what their future holds. How they are revitalizing the creative industry. Why John's job at the NFT Genius turned out to be a dream come true for him. And much more! Favorite Quote: "NFTs are a better way to monetize assets. It's just a better revenue stream for the people that create those assets." John Kraski How To Get Involved: Connect with John on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter. Follow NFT Genius on LinkedIn Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners. Get in touch with the guys at ShieldAdvisoryGroup. You can also connect with them on Instagram at The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group. Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!