Business Stories with Ryan Arcoraci

In 2008 Scott Neal hit a wall. He had a family, bills, and responsibilities. He also had just been laid off of a job in a city that wasn't offering him much as far as opportunities. 
Thanks to the help from a franchise consultant Scott bought a painting franchise and built his own empire. 
On this episode, Scott shares his journey from franchisee to franchise consultant and why he made the decision to take control of his own success at a time when it was was scary to. 
Scott's story is one of courage, drive, and will power. 
We also talk about his success using ClientTether in his own franchise consulting business. 
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It is not everyday you get a chance to speak to someone who inspired you (and many others) as an artist and musician. On today's episode I was joined by Mr. Greg Norton, bass player for influential punk/alternative band, Husker Du. 
Husker Du was a powerhouse trio, born out of the Twin Cities in the 1980s. They left an indelible mark on future generations of musicians that still exists today. 
Talking to Greg, I felt like we knew each other for years. We talked about Husker Du, his love of cooking and wine, and the birth of his new band, UltraBomb. 
UltraBomb is a supergroup consisting of Greg, Finny McConnell (The Mahones), and Jamie Oliver (formerly of UK Subs). 
They're just about it hit the road and will be playing the main stage at Punk Rock Bowling later this month! 
Check them out! 

I fell in love with punk rock music as an early teen in the 90s. The music was fast, the energy was potent, and the art was awe inspiring. That lead me on a journey to playing in various bands for over a decade. I made so many friends and fun music along the way. 
So when I found out there was going to be a punk rock museum built in Las Vegas, NV I knew I had to be there. Not only that, I knew I had to get the story of how 50 years of punk music, art, and culture would be curated. 
On this episode I have a fun conversation with Mona, Lisa, and Fat Mike (of NOFX and Fat Wreck Chords) who all helped make this amazing place a reality. 
Thanks to everyone who built the punk rock museum!
thepunkrockmuseum.com
 

Growing up in Malaysia and later joining the Army taught Joel Yi some valuable lessons. After coming to America he decided success was going to be his only option. 
Over ten years later, Joel Yi is now coaching entrepreneurs and salespeople all over on how to 20X-50X their sales. 
If you feel like you're in sales slump. Or, maybe your business is taking a hit. This episode might be a breath of fresh air. 
Joel Yi is currently helping business people "revive dead leads" with a new program. 
You can get in touch and learn more about Joel at his website joelyi.com
 

Franchising your business is exciting. Having someone take legal action against you because you're not in compliance, is not so exciting. My guest Matthew Kreutzer with Howard & Howard Attorneys in Las Vegas, NV is here to help you avoid any legal snags in your franchise sales and operational processes. He talks about new regulations in 2023 as well as other things to consider as you venture into franchising your business. We also talk about how things like A.I. can change our lives and businesses for better or worse. 
Find Matthew on Linkedin
Howard & Howard Law For Business 
 
 

Yaro Starak started his business ownership journey as a high school kid with a passion for playing Magic The Gathering. MTG is a highly popular tabletop card game, which has gained a massive underground following for many years now. 
Yaro started his website about MTG and later evolved into blogging, selling training courses, and email marketing. 
Now Yaro is the Founder of InboxDone, a company that helps busy entrepreneurs release themselves from "Inbox Prison" by providing a human being to respond to emails so business owners can better focus their time elsewhere. 
If you feel bogged down by your email, inbox InboxDone could be just the solution you need. 
inboxdone.com
yaro.blog

(Warning: some of this discussion may be graphic for some listeners)
Not many people would jump at the opportunity to start a business cleaning up crime scenes, helping hoarders, and dealing with other unforeseen issues. But, Michael Fulweber is one of the few who took the opportunity. 
We talk about how tough this business can be emotionally, but also how fulfilling it can be to help families and communities process tragedy and move forward. 
We also discuss how one of his first jobs was to respond to the October, 1st shooting in Las Vegas back in 2017. 
Bio-One is an amazing brand out there helping communities clean up after tragedy and rebuild. They're doing the work many people may not want to do. But, they know they are a necessary element when it comes to these situations. 
I want to thank Michael for joining me and for all the work he is doing. 
You can reach out to Michael at:
michael@360franchiseconsulting.com
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If your work life is taking a toll on your mental health, your marriage, or your family, it may be time to rethink your goals and career plans. Becoming a business owner is not for everyone, but at the same time is has made plenty of people happier and more successful. 
Careyann Golliver joins me to talk about her journey as a corporate executive to a franchise owner, and eventually into becoming a franchise advisor. 
Could franchise ownership work for you? 
Careyann is here to help you answer that question. 
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https://franchise-logic.com

With over 40 years of business/sales experience Jim Shulman has seen and done quite a bit. In this episode we discuss how build trust in your sales approach. We also talk about the importance of tapping into the "human element" when connecting with prospects. Jim also gives us some tips when it comes to networking in your local and virtual groups. This is a great episode to help take your business skills to the next level! 
 
Learn more at:
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Many people think you can't "have your cake and eat it too" when it comes to business. If you're working 24/7 on your business, spending less time with your family, and feeling overwhelmed you need to listen to this episode with Vanessa Zamy. She's here to help you create a true "balance" in your work and in your life. 
She helps business owners travel and enjoy life while their business "successfully runs itself." 
Connect with Vanessa Zamy here on Linkedin.