The Culture Matters Podcast

“There is little success where there is little laughter.” Brian Hess is co-founder of the pavement group and Top Contractor School.00:00 Intro10:00 It’s important to know where we came from but it’s more important to know where we’re going.20:40 The golden handcuffs.

“To get what you want, you have to deserve what you want. The world is not yet a crazy enough place to reward a whole bunch of undeserving people.” - Charlie T Munger Eddy G. Perez Jr. is the founder and CEO of Equity Prime Mortgage based out of Atlanta.  The theme of today's show is possibilities and Eddy is here to tell you that the only thing that makes something impossible is your mindset.  Jay and Eddy discuss what "making it" looks and feels like as well as sacrificing for your family and how responsibility can drive passion.  It's not our longest episode, but it is jam packed so enjoy this conversation with Eddy G. Perez Jr. 

“How much of human life is lost in waiting?” - Ralph Waldo EmersonToday's guest is no stranger to The Culture Matters Podcast.  Founder of Unicorn Innovations and Unicorn Traffic and host of his own podcast, "Openly Outspoken", Jeremy Adams is back on the show to talk culture with Jay.  We're talking about strong partnerships, the value of open communication, and why being around like-minded people is always important for any entrepreneur. 

“Before we acquire great power, we must acquire wisdom to use it well.” - Ralph Waldo EmersonJohn Duffin is a public speaker and mentor and is here today to spread a little of his wisdom around.  Learning from experience on the path to success, building your community, and the power of equality and inclusion.  John runs with a high motor so make sure you're ready to keep up on this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast. 

“Life is a succession of lessons, which must be lived to be understood.” - Ralph Waldo EmersonGary Englade is a leadership training specialist with the Maxwell Group and advocate for helping others.  Gary (not Larry) talks with Jay about trust, getting to know people on more than a surface level, and how self-confidence can open the door to success.  We're talking about planting seeds and we don't mean in the garden.  MMFI. 

“What you do speaks so loudly that I cannot hear what you say.” - Ralph Waldo EmersonLindsay Musser Pacheco provides custom and personalized Cutco gifts for small business owners.  Lindsay takes Jay through her business journey that started as a way to make a few extra bucks in high school to an immensely successful career.  Today is all about positivity, putting your fear down to make your own success, and not giving up.  We're taking a walk down memory lane today on The Culture Matters Podcast! 

“Truth unspoken becomes poison.” - Friedrich NietzscheConnor LaRocque is a marketing expert, author, and the CEO of SocialRise.  Connor is here to share his thoughts on his business and how attitude, service, and fitting the vibes are key components to his hiring process.  Be approachable.  Be accountable.  And if you're at a team building event involving paintballs, what does it say about you if you aren't willing to go after the boss? 

“One person with a belief is equal to 99 who have only interests.” - John Stewart Mill Jay is hyped today and ready to welcome the Head of Engagement and Outreach at American Business Media Andrew Berman back to the show.  Are 30 minute podcasts worth listening to?  How do we take advantage of every single day?  Did Andrew cry during There's Something About Mary?  All this and more is answered in today's episode of The Culture Matters Podcast! 

“I’ve always thought the actions of men the best interrupters of their thoughts.” - John Loch Tom Bove is the founder of BBD Solutions and a great friend of Jay's.  We're talking about the benefits of detaching, working toward your goals, and how you make people feel and the actions that you take far outweigh the things that you have.  We're unpacking a lot in a short amount today, so keep those ears open and enjoy this conversation with Tom Bove. 

“It is easier for a tutor to command than teach.” - John Locke Darwin Roman is a financial services professional and a true of the podcast and Culture Matters on the whole.  A veteran of the United States Marine Corp., Darwin let's the listeners in on how the three core values of the Marines (honor, courage, commitment) have helped shape both is professional and personal life.  If you have questions about retirement or Social Security you have come to the right place!