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Author: Jeremy Francese

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Welcome to 1st Floor Conversations where the view at the top is ONLY as good as the foundation which preserves it. On “1st Floor Conversations”, we provide relatable stories, actionable strategies, and impactful insights which anybody can apply to build and preserve a foundation that enables them to build with certainty.
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On Episode 73 we are joined by the CEO & Founder of ZIGR, Jesse Mauck. Jesse and his team specialize in buy-side acquisitions through an innovative approach to private equity. Throughout his life, Jesse has experienced firsthand what it's like to face adversity, rebuild, and find a way forward in business and in life. In this episode, we discuss topics including those listed below: - Navigating out of foster care - Fighting through your early 20s - Finding entrepreneurship...
On Episode 72 we are joined by the CEO & Co-Founder of Inspirant Group, Meighan Newhouse. Meighan and her team are committed to "unconsulting" which in words is a relentless approach to high-quality, unpretentious consulting that creates measurable improvements. Throughout her career, she has been laser-focused on helping companies align their people, processes, and technologies to foster vibrant communities and deliver sustainable business outcomes. In this episode, we dis...
Welcome to Episode 71! In this episode, we are joined by Chris Miller, President of Elevate Sales Advisors. After an extensive career building, executing, and leading domestic and global sales teams, Chris went to build an organization that now helps companies establish scalable and effective sales infrastructure. Elevate Sales Advisors was founded to help small and mid-sized businesses execute proven strategies to accelerate their revenue. Their approach is hands-on and highly engaged...
Welcome to Episode 70! In this episode, we are joined by Adrian Martinca, Founder of Technology For The Future, a nonprofit organization designed to help empower underprivileged youth by providing them with access to technology and the framework to use tech to make their dreams come true. Adrian and his team have impacted thousands of lives since Technology for The Future was created back in 2016 and they're not stopping anytime soon! If you want you to connect with Adrian and his inc...
Welcome to Episode 69! In this episode, we are joined by Corporate Attorney Paul Schwinn! For the last 7-8 years, Paul has been a Corporate Attorney at Shulman Rogers, a leading law firm in the Washington DC Metropolitan area. In his time at Shulman Rogers, he alongside his team has specialized in helping executives, founders, and organizations to effectively raise capital, negotiate deals, and move their business forward. So in this episode, Paul gives us the honest look into the wo...
Welcome to Episode 68! In this episode, we are joined by Zachary Babcock. After spending years in prison, Zach rebuilt himself and his life. Currently, Zach is the Host of Underdog Empowerment Podcast, CEO of Podcast Powertrain, and Alpha Podcasting Association. Zach and his team have successfully launched over 150 top-rated podcasts. Above all the business success, Zach is a shining example of what is possible in the world of recidivism when you put your head down, get self-aware, and ...
Welcome to Episode 67! In this episode, we are joined by Venu Yerra. Venu is CEO & Founder of Idea Entity, a leading change management consulting firm headquartered in Northern Virginia with offices in DC, Seattle, the UK, and India. In this episode we unpack entrepreneurship, navigating difficult decisions, technology, and go in-depth to learn about how Venu and his 50 employees work with leading government agencies and Fortune 500 organizations to turn industry changes into a competit...
Welcome to Episode 66! In this episode, we are joined by Austin Kodra. Austin is the Head of Community at Fritz AI and is responsible for building its global contributor-lead publication - Heartbeat by Fritz AI. Enjoy learning about the future of machine learning, teaching computers to see, building a global community, and much more! Interested In Learning More? https://heartbeat.fritz.ai/ Rate & Review! If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate a...
Welcome to Episode 65! In this episode, we are joined by Mehdi Tabdiliazar. Mehdi is the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer for R2 Advisors, a Washington DC-based advisory firm that helps organizations turn their accounting, tax, and investment functions into a competitive advantage. Mehdi’s investment and risk management skills have been honed over the years working at Capital One, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and most recently for The World Bank’s investment management team, where he...
Welcome to Episode 64! In this episode, Jeremy discusses how to avoid stress, overwhelm, and anxiety when life gets crazy. In this episode, Jeremy shares exactly what he does to make the shift from "working in his life" to "working on his life". Rate & Review! If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate and review! Podcasts are a conversation & that means your voice should be heard!
Welcome to Episode 63! In this episode, Jeremy shares a personal story that he hopes gives you permission to be human - instead of faking it - when things go wrong during a professional event (ie; job interview, sales call, business proposal, client call, etc.) Rate & Review! If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate and review! Podcasts are a conversation & that means your voice should be heard!
Welcome to Episode 62! In this episode, Jeremy talks about regaining control and revisiting 2020 goals, despite all that 2020 has thrown our way. Let's call a spade a spade; 2020 has been an insane year. Many have thrived and many have struggling miserably. For those that are struggling ( or not where they want to be), it's easy to feel as though you can't control the situation. With 94 days left in the year, it's time to take a look at those new year goals you had in mind this ...
Welcome to Episode 61! In this episode, we are joined by Lysette Titi. . Lysette is both, an American R&B Singer-Songwriter, signing her first record deal at the age of 15, as well as, an entrepreneur, owning and operating the appropriately named “Singing Stager” - a real estate staging firm based in Washington, DC. In this episode, we are talking about the music industry and real estate staging. Interested In Learning More? Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6vAn26SdVmWTc7MKcCucL...
Welcome to Episode 60! In this episode, we are joined by Nick Creasey. Nick is a former member of the US Special Operations Forces. After serving 6 years with Navy Special Warefare as an Operator, he decided to take the leap into the corporate world where he currently serves as Resoursive’s Managing Director of Strategic Partnerships. During this episode, we do a deep dive into Nick's military, business, and civilian experiences to distill actionable insight that can help you in your day to...
Welcome to Episode 59! In this episode, we are joined by Brad Zude. This year, Brad and his wife, Greta welcomed their 8th child into the world! And as if 8 kids weren’t enough, Brad and his wife are Best Selling Authors in the Parenting space, Host a Top 50 Parenting Podcast where over 50K people tune in monthly, as well as, coaches to over 1200 other parents. During this episode, we dive deep into parenting, with topics such as: Becoming The Strongest Influence in Your Child's ...
In Episode 58, Jeremy shares his thoughts on why companies may experience greater than normal turnover heading into 2021. Beneath turnover, he unpacks the shift required for companies to effectively onboard and engage their new employees in this virtual workplace. Rate & Review! If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate and review! Podcasts are a conversation & that means your voice should be heard!
Welcome to Episode 57! In this episode we are joined by Caleb Musser. Caleb is currently the CEO & Founder of two companies that together specialize in helping clients gain access into top accounts, engaging high-value clients, and much more via their creative marketing and unique approach to hyper-personalized gift-giving. During this episode, we discuss innovative ways to open doors to drive sales, strategies to maximize your copywriting, as well as, the following: I...
Welcome to Episode 56! In this episode, we are joined by Raju Karki. Raju is currently the CEO & Founder of Karki Consulting Group, a fast-growing DC-Based consulting firm that for the last decade has helped Government Contractors to drive a better Return-On-Investment with their ERP and Accounting Systems. Raju and his team have successfully helped billion-dollar companies, startups, and every size company in between to manage the challenges associated with implementing complex ERP and a...
In Episode 55, Jeremy hits mental health head-on like never before. In this 25-minutes episode, he takes an uncut, raw approach to what nobody is talking about. Mental health is humans helping humans work through what is causing them pain and discomfort. It's not "friends telling friends what to do". In this conversation, he unpacks mental health, the challenges associated with quarantined living, and what we as friends/community members need to do to help. Rate & Review! If you enjoy...
Hence the title, in Episode 54, Jeremy draws inspiration from one of the most unusual of places while unpacking a few ideas that have been top of mind lately. In this episode we discuss: How To Get Back In The Game (Those Unemployed/Struggling)How To Accelerate Success (Those employed/looking for more)How & Why To Effectively Build RelationshipsBuilding a Community of People Who Want You To Win (Expanding Your Reach)... and one overarching theory that he feels, explains why so many peopl...
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