Bästa Mike Cuevas podcaster (2024)

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Simplify Your Sales Strategy (ft. Doug Brown) 48:10

4h ago48:10

48:10

Check out CEO Sales StrategiesDoug's LinkedinAv Mike Cuevas

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Angel Medina on the power of intentional growth 35:11

3d ago35:11

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You’re about to hear the word intention dropped close to one thousand times over the next 40 minutes. If there’s only one common thread amongst the most successful restaurateurs I interview, it’s the power of intention. Today we sit down with coffee roaster turned restaurateur, Angel Medina, to talk about how his unlikely path wasn’t accidental at …

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Max Schauff & Tom Tolbert on the hidden profit centers in your business 38:02

6d ago38:02

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Imagine a world where you sign up to work with a company that promises to help you drive revenue and you never pay them a dollar–rather, they pay you. This was the dream of Max Shauff when he created LineLeap, an app that helps bars, nightclubs, and venues capitalize on the existing demand from their patrons. Today we sit down with Max and his coll…

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Are You A Sales Person Or An Entrepreneur? 42:18

6d ago42:18

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Over the next 12-18 months we're going to see who's a sales person vs an entrepreneur. With commission compression and NAR lawsuit, outside sources are doing everything they can to eliminate the need of using a real estate agent or lender. It's in times like these that HUGE opportunities come up, it's just a matter of whether or not you see them. M…

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Is Your Business Ready to Franchise? 3 Myths Busted! W/ Mike Polluck #67 Close The Deal 31:15

10d ago31:15

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Mike Polluck, CEO of Franlift, busts 3 common myths about franchising your business. In short, is your business franchisable? 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: 👉 Know Your Ideal Franchisee: Identifying franchisees who align with your brand’s values, have the required skills, and are committed to growth is essential. The rig…

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Kris Schoenberger on the one secret to scaling customer frequency 43:41

10d ago43:41

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What if I told you I knew a guy that could convince his guests to come back twice a month? What if I told you that same guy could actually convince his guests to come back twice a day? Today we sit down with Kris Schoenberger, the founder of the BBQ’d Productions restaurant group. Kris didn’t invent the red envelope campaign but he has certainly ma…

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Paul Pszybylski on the perfect balance of innovation and consistency 38:48

13d ago38:48

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Next year marks 40 years since the first California Pizza Kitchen opened. CPK predates the casual restaurant movement, social media, online delivery and even the internet. To stay relevant over the years you’ve got to find the perfect balance between consistency and innovation. Today we sit down with the head of innovation for CPK, Paul Pszybylski,…

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Become The Neighborhood Realtor Realtor Everyone Knows 41:19

16d ago41:19

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Farming, does it still work? That's one of the first things you think of when you think of becoming the neighborhood Realtor everyone knows. You pick a certain neighborhood and send direct mail (farm) to its residents every month for an indefinite amount of time.Yes, it still works, but sending direct mail to a certain neighborhood isn't the only w…

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Robby Berg on the linear path to success 34:00

17d ago34:00

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So many of us look to successful restaurateurs and wonder how they did it. How were they able to climb to such great heights? Today we sit down with Robby Berg, operating partner of Genghis Grill to find out exactly how. In our conversation, we learn the linear path to self determination and financial success. For more information on Genghis Grill,…

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Mike Sebazco on the power of a one shift business 37:56

20d ago37:56

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If we’re paying rent 24 hours a day, we must generate revenue 24 hours a day. But, with food costs and the cost of labor skyrocketing, our revenue models are evolving. Enter Mike Sebazco of Famous Toastery. With over two dozen locations and counting, this one shift business is shifting the way we look at operations and profitability. We sat down to…

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Pure Green’s Simple Franchise Model for Big Returns #66 CTD's Your First Franchise 25:16

22d ago25:16

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Ross Franklin, CEO of Pure Green Franchise, shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): Scalable Simplicity: Pure Green’s franchise model is designed for growth without complexity. Franchisees can easily manage operations while focusing on delivering high-quality health products, creating a scala…

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The Future Of Buyer Agency | Go Extinct Or Partner With Mortgage? 37:38

23d ago37:38

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What the hell is going on in the real estate industry? More specifically what is going on with the future of buyer agency? Is the end near and will buyer agency cease to exist? I'm hearing of agents already "losing" buyers who are unwilling to pay a buyers agency fee at closing so is this the beginning of the end?Here's what I know for certain, if …

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Larry Linen on the past and future of Hooters 34:59

24d ago34:59

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Aging gracefully is not always the easiest thing to do. Our world has changed so much in the last 10 years and our values have as well. That has led some brands to thrive while others have withered. Hooters, a divisive brand to many, intends to maintain its position in the cultural zeitgeist and today we chat with Larry Linen, their COO, to discuss…

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Joshua Zadikoff and Danny McGowan on the new rules of the restaurant industry 36:52

27d ago36:52

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The Cornerstone Restaurant Group is like the Michael Jordan of restaurant groups–and not just because they partnered with Michael Jordan on MJ23 and the Michaell Jordan Steakhouse. Today we sit down with two of the three leaders of the organization, Josh and Danny to discuss how they’ve managed to scale blockbuster brands across multiple tiers of d…

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How To Stand Out In The Marketplace With An Unforgettable Brand With Nick Friedman 30:06

1M ago30:06

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You can't build an attraction based business WITHOUT having a brand. I don't think you can have any long lasting business without a brand The most important thing you can do is learn how to stand out in the marketplace.People don't remember what you do, they remember how you do it.The hardest part most service based businesses or individuals have i…

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Josh Copeland on working to build the best restaurant in the world 39:35

1M ago39:35

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Prepare yourself for one of the most interesting guests I’ve ever hosted on the show. Today we sit down with Josh Copeland of the Camino Alto restaurant in the Bay Area. Josh is a zealot in the way we think of Blue Hill Restaurant or Chef Charlie Trotter–the best ingredients served in an uncompromising fashion. Josh Copeland is a model of focus, sh…

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'Logan's Run' [1976] - C.E. Garcia, Mike Cuevas, and Ben Gonzalez. 1:25:42

1M ago1:25:42

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Before there was Star Wars, Alien, and even Battlestar Galactica, there was Logan's Run. In this episode, learn how this movie is so ahead of its time, that it languished in development hell for nearly a decade, and how this movie became so influential that it's been next to impossible to get a 21st century remake off the ground.…

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Juan José Cuevas on winning awards and the art of excellence 33:13

1M ago33:13

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I can’t imagine any of us entered the fine dining category without hoping for a Michelin or a James Beard or Wine Spectator accolade. They say success leaves clues and today I sit down with Chef Juan Jose Cuevas to discuss what he’s learned over the years, running world-class restaurants and collecting awards along the way. There is a blueprint for…

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Franchise Success Playbook: Lessons from Shane Evans of Massage Heights #65 Close The Deal 26:57

1M ago26:57

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Shane Evans , the founder of Massage Heights shares what makes thier brand so successful: Shane shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): Turnkey Franchise System: Massage Heights offers a complete, plug-and-play franchise model. They handle everything from real estate to equipment setup, allow…

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Conquering The Fear of Putting Yourself Out There (ft. Chans Weber) 35:10

1M ago35:10

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Everyone in real estate knows they need to create content for real estate marketing, but many are still holding back, why? Conquering the fear of putting yourself out there doesn’t require skill, it requires determination. Attracting clients vs. chasing leads is what every agent wants, but without having a personal brand or a lot of notoriety, it’s…

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Andy Wiederhorn on the formula for global expansion 33:13

1M ago33:13

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Before taking the restaurant world by storm, Andy Wiederhorn was a finance guy and used his deep understanding of business to grow in the quick service, fast casual, and casual dining markets. Today we sit down to discuss how one man franchises so many household brands from Round Table Pizza to Fatburger and from Johnny Rockets to Marble Slab Cream…

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Storytelling In Real Estate vs. Selling (With Robert Kennedy III) 42:09

1M ago42:09

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https://vimeo.com/1014475434Nobody wants to be sold, but that doesn't meant you shouldn't be trying to sell your service, it just means you need to change how you sell it. Story telling in real estate is how you can constantly market your real estate business WITHOUT necessarily having to talk about real estate or give market reports. It is a skill…

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Matt Newberg on building a forward-looking restaurant community 37:05

1M ago37:05

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How many hours have we spent worrying about what the future holds for our industry? How could that time be better spent? Enter Matt Newberg. Matt is a student of our industry, diving deep into every vertical of the food service space, analyzing its strengths and weaknesses. This exploration has evolved into a vibrant community which, next month, go…

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How "Unreasonable Hospitality" Drives Success #64 Close The Deal 27:07

1M ago27:07

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Steve and Tracie Shatkin share how "Unreasonable Hospitality" drives coffee shop success... 3 Value Bombs: Invest in Long-Term Relationships with Franchisees The interview emphasizes how crucial it is to build trust and long-term relationships with franchisees. Success in franchising doesn’t come from simply selling franchises; it comes from unders…

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Eric Pounders & Matt Thompson on mastering marketing in 2024 40:04

2M ago40:04

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What happens when a restaurateur partners with a professional marketer? Well, the short answer is: magic. Today we sit down with the marketing geniuses behind For the Table Hospitality, a company blazing trails and setting sales records across Tallahassee, Florida. What’s working for them would work for you too and in our conversation we work to un…

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'Cursed' [2005] - C.E. Garcia, Mike Cuevas, and Ben Gonzalez. 1:04:32

2M ago1:04:32

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After the success of the Scream Trilogy, Wes Craven and Kevin Williamson re-teamed for what was originally supposed to be "The Silence of the Lambs" meets "The Wolf Man," which is light years from what we got. Listen as we find out what truly makes the early 2000's era Dimension Films release a "Movie In Trouble."…

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Ari Weinzweig on how dignity lays the foundation for all successful companies 43:48

2M ago43:48

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How lucky am I that one of my restaurant heroes is actually my friend. Ari Weinzweig built the $80 million dollar Zingerman's restaurant empire but what’s most interesting is how he built it. In an industry known for being cutthroat and cynical, Ari has chosen to lead with empathy and dignity. Today we sit down together to discuss the role that dig…

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Become Their Realtor For Life (ft. Kristi Jenkins) 40:32

2M ago40:32

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We are going back to basics and reminding everyone what's really important in this market. Remember, it is all about the relationships you build over time, but you have to play the long game. In order to build an attraction based business you have to have an impeccable service people remember and want to refer. https://vimeo.com/1012258809?share=co…

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Jeremy Blutstein on how to scale in a local market 35:41

2M ago35:41

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You’ve heard the story before…local guy leaves home, works for the best of the best, and then returns home victorious. But that’s only half of the story. When Chef Jeremy Blutstein returned home after working with some of the most prolific chefs in the industry, he saw the opportunity to influence the culinary future of the place he grew up. Today …

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Zack Oates on the power of customer feedback 40:11

2M ago40:11

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Believe it or not, one of the most powerful marketing tools in your business is customer feedback. The closer we are to our guests, the better able we are to serve them. Today we sit down with Zack Oates, the founder and chief evangelist of Ovation, a powerful platform that transforms customer feedback into actionable information. We cover everythi…

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The Tenant Squatter Problem Solver (ft. George McCleary) 26:50

2M ago26:50

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The riches are in the niches and today's episode is another example of that. Meet George, who after filming one video on Youtube for tenants squatting in a property that went viral! That video instantly positioning him as the expert in Squatter related deed instances. From there he was able to create two products:Check out Title Fraud Defender.Chec…

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Olivier Rassinoux on turning around and scaling up restaurant groups 37:36

2M ago37:36

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I walked into today’s conversation with a little career envy. Few in our industry have had the good fortune to work for and with so many amazing companies. Today we sit down with Olivier Rassinoux to discuss how working with prolific brands like the Ritz Carlton, Daniel Boulud, and the Ace Hotel group paved the way for his current role as the VP of…

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'World War Z' [2013] - C.E. Garcia & Ben Gonzalez. 1:15:00

2M ago1:15:00

1:15:00

Find out how a movie with a budget that was hemorhaging out of control, and was in production for almost a decade, became one of the most expensive, and most successful zombie movies of all time.Av C.E. Garcia, Mike Cuevas, and Ben Gonzalez.

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Vertical Integration & Strategic Relationships For Listing Domination (ft. Diana Khan) 37:10

2M ago37:10

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Check out the DK Law Website.Diana's Instagram.Av Mike Cuevas

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Jesse Cole on becoming a category of one 29:25

2M ago29:25

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Jesse Cole is not an restaurateur, but, like so many of us, he is an entertainer at heart. I’ve brought him on the show today to discuss his baseball team, the Savannah Bananas, and how they’ve redefined what it means to attend a professional baseball game. This is a masterclass on exceeding customer expectations, building an unforgettable experien…

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John Haggai on the leadership skills needed to grow a brand 38:18

2M ago38:18

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Everyone wants the blueprint to scale their restaurant business but knowledge isn’t enough. It’s not just about what you need to know, it’s about who you need to become. Today I sit down with one of the strongest leaders in our industry. John Haggai has spent his life in the restaurant industry and the lessons he’s learned on his way to the top can…

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Attract, Onboard and Retain (ft. Stephen Rhyne) 28:39

2M ago28:39

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Check Out ConveYourThis week's episode is joined by recruiting and onboarding specialist Stephen Rhyne. One thing for certain is that there is a lot of movement within the real estate industry right now in regards to changing brokerages, etc. However, recruiting is a full contact sport and requires 3 parts. First you need to attract, then you need …

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Kyle Ewing on mastering menu design 35:56

2M ago35:56

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No one would argue that QR codes are popping up more and more but the physical menus still reigns supreme. That being the case it made sense to bring in the master of the menu Kyle Ewing. Kyle and his company TerraSlate have crafted millions of the most durable menus on the planet and that gives him a unique perspective. Today we sit down to discus…

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Francesco Zimone on importing and scaling a prolific restaurant brand 38:43

3M ago38:43

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On paper it seems like a no brainer…simply take one of the most famous restaurant brands in Italy and open it in the United States. What could go wrong? Just months into Francesco Zimone opening L’antica Pizzeria Da Michele in Hollywood the global pandemic hit. Leveraged to the hilt, Francesco set about creating a comeback so epic it could have bee…

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Master LinkedIn Like a Pro & Avoid These Simple Mistakes: Adam Houlahan #63 Close The Deal 29:50

3M ago29:50

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Adam Houlahan shares the latest Linkedin updates with Ewell Smith. Discover how to leverage them to drive more sales leads to close more deals. 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: 👉Optimize Your Profile for Visibility: Craft a compelling LinkedIn profile headline and summary that clearly communicates your value proposition, m…

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From Home Inspector To Home Buyer (ft. Tommy Harr) 34:38

3M ago34:38

34:38

Check out Tommy's Website.Check out his Instagram.Av Mike Cuevas

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Franchise Fuel: How Ziebart's Automotive Innovations Drive Profit #62 Close The Deal 26:45

3M ago26:45

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Mike Riley with Ziebart shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉Ziebart’s Global Expansion: With 1,300 locations in 37 countries, Ziebart has successfully evolved from its origins in rust protection to offering a wide range of automotive services, driving global franchise success. 👉Adapting …

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Cody Pruitt on the business plan for a blockbuster restaurant 36:07

3M ago36:07

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While so many of us spent the pandemic scrambling, Cody Pruitt spend that time planning. Cody is literally the only first time restaurateur I know that opened a restaurant in a major city and managed to adhere to the plan. Today we sit down to discuss how to build and stick to a restaurant business plan and how he managed to blow his revenue target…

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'Solo: A Star Wars Story' [2018] - C.E. Garcia, Mike Cuevas, and Ben Gonzalez. 1:08:22

3M ago1:08:22

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Originally modeled after the likes of 2001: A Space Odyssey, Top Gun, and elements from the height of the "Cold War," Solo: A Star Wars Story originally had a completely different look, from a completely different set of directors, with a completely different villain… Let’s find out why it was a “Movie In Trouble.”…

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Scott Lawton on the blueprint for becoming a restaurant lifestyle brand 35:07

3M ago35:07

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You walk into a restaurant and it just makes sense. It all feels right…the decor, the menus, the music and you know that they’re selling more than a meal, it’s a lifestyle. Today we sit down with Scott Lawton, the co-founder of bartaco, to discuss the foundational elements of the bartaco brand and how those elements come together to make the guest …

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Redefining Your Value Proposition For Working With Buyers (ft. Valerie Van de Zilver) 44:58

3M ago44:58

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Check out Valerie's website and Instagram.Av Mike Cuevas

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Bob Spivak on building a Hollywood hotspot and scaling it nationally 35:07

3M ago35:07

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Do you feel like you should be further along in your career–that you should be more successful than you are today? Had you met Bob Spivak at 39 years old, you probably wouldn’t have thought much of him but, in his 40’s, he would go on to create one of the most prolific restaurant brands in Hollywood and then scale it nationally. Today, we sit down …

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Attention and Branding: Real Estate Essentials W/ Mike Cuevas #61 Close The Deal 25:03

3M ago25:03

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Execute the basics of personal branding and gaining attention so you can not only survive the big changes coming; but, thrive closing more deals. (especially real estate agents) Mike Cuevas is founder of Referral Sweet and an expert on creating referral based sales. 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: Personal Branding is Eve…

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Michael Ungaro on what it takes to run a profitable 3,000 seat restaurant 38:56

3M ago38:56

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San Pedro Fish Market is one of the highest-grossing independent restaurants in the US. Once we’ve taken a moment for that to sink in, we need to talk about how it became one of the highest-grossing independent restaurants in America. To have that conversation, we’re sitting down with Michael Ungaro, San Pedro’s CEO to discuss how narrowing focus a…

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'Tango & Cash' [1989] - C.E. Garcia, Mike Cuevas, and Ben Gonzalez. 1:18:35

3M ago1:18:35

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Not all 1980's action movies have aged very well, and particularly those mega-budget spectacles that were seemingly controlled by the "Action Heroes" of that decade. In our return episode, find out how passing on 'Beverly Hills Cop,' and the commercial failure of Stallone's passion project 'Cobra,' lead us to this Frankenstein of an action movie, b…

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