Private equity is an intricate but also rewarding venture – if you just know how to play your cards right. Adam Coffey has been guiding people in learning and mastering the ropes of private equity so they can grow their wealth and secure profitable opportunities. In this conversation with Norman Kallen and Stuart Brown, he details how he became a blue-collar CEO who utilizes the so-called “napkin math” to help entrepreneurs and organizations achieve financial success. Adam also shares how working under Jack Welch and serving in the military influenced his no-BS approach to leadership and coaching.

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Every workplace must prioritize everyone’s happiness to produce the right results and retain the right people. With the proper grasp of positive psychology, business leaders can elevate their cultures and help the entire team flourish. Exploring this topic with Norman Kallen and Stuart Brown with Leona Brandwene of the University of Pennsylvania and Andrew Soren of Eudaimonic by Design. They discuss how positive psychology can lead to a resilient business, empower employee management, and help address work-related stress. Leona and Andrew also share how they take care of their own well-being and the importance of surrounding yourself with positive individuals.

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Ever wonder what it takes to turn a political science degree into a multi-million dollar wine empire? Today, we're about to find out! The legendary Gary Fisch of Gary's Wine & Marketplace joins hosts Norman Kallen and Stuart Brown to go behind the scenes of a retail revolution, from navigating unexpected pivots and the challenges of rapid growth, to the surprising impact of a global pandemic on a beloved wine business. If you're an entrepreneur, a wine enthusiast, or just curious about the art of the pivot, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Pull up a chair, and let's pour into Gary's incredible story.

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Money and family – two of life's most powerful, and potentially volatile, forces. What happens when they collide in the high-stakes arena of a family business? That's exactly what we're exploring today. Family business succession planning is a minefield of emotions, expectations, and often, unwritten rules. Our guest, Adam Blecker, has walked that path. From co-founding a top-tier home healthcare agency with his father and siblings, to facing the unimaginable, and ultimately, orchestrating a successful sale, Adam's journey is a masterclass in resilience and strategic foresight. Get ready for candid insights on navigating difficult conversations, the absolute necessity of documentation, and why sometimes, even happy endings can feel a little somber. This isn't just business; it's profoundly personal. Don't miss it.

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People often see retirement as a never-ending vacation, a time to relax, and a special opportunity to pamper yourself. But instead of sitting around the house or wandering aimlessly without actual goals, you can make it more fulfilling with the right preparation and mindset. Norman Kallen and Stuart Brown sit down with Joel Malick, author of Afterwork, to discuss how to prepare yourself emotionally and psychologically for a meaningful retirement. Joel challenges the traditional notions of retiring, emphasizing why it must be spent on intentionality, giving back, and finding purpose beyond leisure. He also explains how to properly integrate play during retirement to strike the right balance in achieving personal growth, finding genuine happiness, and securing your finances.

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One of the absolute truths in running a business is that it will eventually end. Therefore, you must prepare for your business transition as early as you can to lessen the headaches when it finally comes. Laurie Barkman, the Business Transition Sherpa, helps business owners navigate this challenging process. She joins Norman Kallen and Stuart Brown to share valuable advice on preparing for a transition not only financially but also mentally and emotionally. Tune in as Laurie breaks down the benefits of business valuation, the right way to build a transition team, and the different kinds of potential business buyers to keep an eye on.

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