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Kyra Schaefer is the founder of the independent publishing company, As You Wish Publishing.  

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Jason Yeamon and John Mollica are the co-founders of My Franchise CPAs.  They specialize in tax planning for franchises, frachise entity formations, bookkeeping services and tax liability minimization. The bottomline is that they help franchise owners save money on taxes and build wealth for future generations. Firm Contact Info: P: (954) 546-2976 E: info@MyFranchiseCPAs.com Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyFranchiseCPAs/?ref=br_rs Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyFranchiseCPAs John LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mollica-cpa-cis

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guests Mary Ann Stallings is the founder and president of Bridge to Better Living, the first locally owned and operated Senior Transition Service in Nebraska. Bridge to Better Living is devoted to the successful placement of Seniors in Independent, Assisted, Memory Assisted and Long-Term Care.  She founded BBL in 2010 after experiencing firsthand the complexities of finding the best communities for several family members. Kristine Dykeman-Schoening, Bridge to Better Living Director of Development, is a 30-year veteran in the Senior Health field.  Her extensive knowledg

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com   Today's Guest: David Leopold, President of Criterium Engineers which is the only engineering franchise in North America.   Criterium Engineers has been providing residential and commercial building evaluations since 1957 and first franchised the company in 1989, www.criterium-engineers.com  

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Abid Abedi is the founder and CEO of iCode which is a leading provider of STEAM focused education for kids K-12. He is an outspoken visionary with a focus on disruptive market strategy and a serial entrepreneur with over 15+ startups in technology, wireless services, IT consulting, staffing services, food, real estate development and education in US, Canada, Mexico, Europe and Asia. Combined, these companies have generated over $1.5 billion in revenue over the last 20 years.    Contact info: Abid Abedi Office 469-305-0592 abid.abedi@icodeschool.com   Socia

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Here is how the process works when you work with Linda. What are your skills? What have you done in the past? What was your favorite job?What job did you not enjoy? What is your passion? Do you have a passon for working with children?Are you passionate about helping the elderly?Would you prefer to work with other business owners? What do you want your lifestyle to look like?   Do you want a brick and mortar location?Would you prefer to work our of your home?How many hours a week to you want to devote to the business? Listen to some of the details of a water restoration company that Linda shares. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranc

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Sophia Wastler is the founder and CEO of Starz Program.  She created the Starz Program after seeing the need to bring fun, skilled based fitness prgrams into schools. Contact: https://www.starzprogram.com/

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Allison Bailey - Franchise Consultant @ Winnie Couture Victoria Brock - Operaions Manager @ Winnie Couture Winnie Couture is a high end international bridal fashion brand based out of Beverly Hills, California  www.winniecouture.com

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Audrey Walters is a professional actress, entrepreneur, producer and author. In 2013 Audrey co-founded the award winning childrens program "Talk to the Camera" to empower the next generation through video creation and film making. Contact: www.talktothecamera.com audrey@talktothecamera.com 

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Eric Sulzer, owner and founder of My Fitness Butler, one of a kind 1st class fitness concierge service.  Eric is a former competitive fitness athlete and personal trainer.  He founded My Fitness Butler to offer an easier way for people to get in shape within the convenience of their home or office. Contact info: Eric Sulzer 614-450-0191 www.myfitnessbutler.com

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com   Today's Guest: Geoff Batchelder with The Flying Locksmiths. Geoff has been a franchise consultant and franchise development expert for the last 10 years. He was instrumental in helping bring The Flying Locksmiths from a Boston based locksmith business to a highly respected franchise system with 90 franchise owners and 233 territories sold in just 4 years. Contact info geoffb@flyinglocksmiths.com 877 222 3722 Social Media Links https://flyinglocksmiths.com/franchise-info/  https://www.facebook.com/TFLHQ/   ,  

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Tom Dufore, CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team.  In the last 15 years his team has helped more than 600 owners and business leaders expand through franchising.  Some of those companies include - Jamba Juice, Two men and a truck, Massage Envy, Ford and many more AWWW.bigskyfranchiseteam.com  

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's guest: Dennis Schooley is the founder of Schooley Mitchell and has years of Franchising experience, helping to establish profitable and rewarding businesses for professionals of all types throughout North America. He started his career as a CPA, having worked for Price Waterhouse prior to starting his own practice. It was during that time that Dennis realized his own firm was being overcharged on its telecommunications, and he spearheaded the efforts to reduce those costs. He began offering the expense reduction service to his accounting clients and eventually went on to

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Rob Gazzola is the Chief Marketing Officer of Surveillance Secure franchise. Surveillance Secure services the electronic security needs of commercial, retail, education and government clients. Contact info: O: 240.252.3147 E: rob@surveillancesecure.com  W: www.surveillancesecure.com  

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Matt Kelton, COO of Showhomes Showhomes is the largest home staging network in the US.  They have ove r60 locations in 20 states. Contact info: www.ShowHomes.com mkelton@showhomes.com  

Linda Ballesteros is host of All Things Franchising and also the owner of Mpower Franchise Consulting where she works with those who want to be in business for themselves but not by themselves with the franchise that best fits their skills, passion and what they want their lifestyle to look like.  She is also very aware of those industries which are more recession resistant. Contact Linda today: Linda@MpowerFranchiseConsulting.com Today's Guest: Scott Talley - Founder of Network In Action This self-described "serial entrepreneur” has spearheaded the 5th fastest growing company in Houston in 2010. As chief editor for several hyper-local publications, he has helped to market thousands of small-to-medium-sized business owners. He has a passion for networking and people. Scott Talley is the founder of Network in Action.   CONTACT INFO: Scott Talley 713 417 6152  scott@networkinaction.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/10643488/admin/   https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=network%20in%20action%20fr

Kyra Schaefer is the founder of the independent publishing company called As You Wish Publishing, a business dedicated to making book publishing accessible for aspiring authors who want to publish solo books and participate in collaborative books. Kyra helps authors get their messages heard to bring hope-filled, real-life stories to the world. Her passion is to debunk the myth that writing is difficult and only available for a lucky chosen few. If you want to share your story with the world and learn about upcoming projects, you can reach Kyra at www.asyouwishpublishing.com    Social Media links: https://www.facebook.com/asyouwishpublishing/   

Dr. Vicki L. High is not only my co host here on Love That Speaker Radio show but she is also the CEO of CE2O. As the founder of CE 2 O, Inc., Dr. High integrates business consulting, instructional design, development and delivery expertise with the personal development programs she has created.   She is also an international, best-selling author, life coach, counselor,speaker, founder of Heart 2 Heart Healing/Connections, and former mayor. Dr. Vicki High is a pioneer in spiritual healing and counseling.

Dr. Vicki High and Linda Ballesteros What does it take to be a great speaker.   Follow up on FB https://www.facebook.com/lovethatspeaker/ Email us at LoveThatSpeaker@gmail.com  

On today's show Linda Ballesteros talks about Making a good first impression as a speakerConducting an effective business meeting Dr. Vicki High shares How to become a dynamic personUsing fear as a motivator Follow up on FB https://www.facebook.com/lovethatspeaker/ Email us at LoveThatSpeaker@gmail.com