Unlock the secrets to thriving in the financial services industry as we bring you an engaging discussion with Luigi Rosabianca and Matthew Meehan from Shield Advisory Group. With their journey from the high stakes of Wall Street to founding a firm dedicated to supporting small and medium-sized businesses, Luigi and Matt reveal the strategies that have fueled their success. Tune in to discover how their unique partnership has enabled them to provide vital guidance, especially during the turbulent times of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hear about their innovative collaborations with CPAs and accounting firms across the U.S., where they offer resources like the ERC tax credit, creating a positive impact for countless small business owners.

Learn how to future-proof your business with proven techniques to maximize growth and diversification. Luigi and Matt stress the importance of a multi-channel marketing strategy to avoid the pitfalls of over-reliance on a single platform. They also share insights into balancing branding efforts with direct consumer interactions. Gain valuable knowledge on cross-selling and upselling services within the accounting sector to enhance client relationships and revenue streams. Conclude your listening journey with powerful strategies to position yourself as a trusted advisor, attracting high-paying clients and unlocking your business's full potential.

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When unforeseen challenges strike—like losing your laptop and being out sick for a week—your business systems are put to the ultimate test. In this episode, we explore how our tried-and-true processes kept the wheels turning during a tough time. We also share actionable strategies for delegating tasks and creating systems that empower your team to step in seamlessly. Tune in for candid insights on fine-tuning your processes, ensuring your business not only withstands setbacks but flourishes through them.

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Unlock the secrets of financial success with our special guest, BIll Dillmeier, the mastermind behind Aperture Advisors. Journey with us as Bill shares his inspiring transformation from a traditional finance professional working with giants like Vanguard and Morgan Stanley, to a venture capitalist and private equity innovator. Discover how pivotal moments, including the 2008 financial crisis and his time with Bill Gates at Corbis, carved a new path for him, expanding his expertise beyond finance into the realms of global sales and the startup ecosystem.

Explore the fascinating world of gamification and its transformative impact on business engagement. Bill and I discuss the challenges faced by the stock photography industry and how digital adaptation was key to survival. We dive into the power of gamification not just as a buzzword, but as a real strategy deployed to enhance employee engagement and customer loyalty through innovative point systems and rewards. Even engineers at major space agencies find value in these strategies, proving gamification’s universal appeal and effectiveness in business interactions.

Get ready to elevate your professional game with insights on badging, credentialing, and data visualization. We break down the importance of platforms like Carrot and GitHub in recognizing talent and how visual tools can align and drive business momentum. Bill shares his strategies for leveraging LinkedIn to build a robust professional community and the shift from traditional SaaS pricing to more dynamic, usage-based models. Whether you're an entrepreneur or aspiring CFO, this episode is packed with valuable strategies for networking, branding, and business development in vibrant startup communities like Seattle.

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