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  • Vicki Greco, Jerry Glover, and CJ Salazar Share Resilience, Growth, and Purpose Through Personal and Professional Journeys
    2025/05/25

    Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local entrepreneurs discussing their business journeys and overcoming personal challenges. Guest Vicki Greco shares her resilience, having faced foster care, family tragedies, and health issues, leading her to start Silent G Consulting. Jerry Glover, a former state basketball champion, discusses his international education and career in the mortgage business. CJ Salazar, a realtor and proud grandmother, emphasizes the importance of family and client relationships in her business. The show also introduces Lauren Buchanan, a recent journalism graduate with a passion for creating a podcast on self-love.

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    29 分
  • Entrepreneurs Kwon Owens, Chris Mounger, and Steven Thompson Share Journeys from Hustle to Business Success
    2025/04/27

    Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local business entrepreneurs. Guest Kwon Owens, a retired IT professional and serial entrepreneur, discusses his diverse business ventures, including real estate and logistics. Chris Mounger, a property inspector with 16 years of experience and a background in civil engineering, shares his journey from scraping copper as a child to becoming a mentor. Steven Thompson, a Marine Corps veteran and mortgage lender, talks about his transition from various jobs to founding a Property Preservation business and later a mortgage lending company. Each guest provides contact information for their respective businesses.

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    30 分
  • Entrepreneurs Share Success, AI Insights, and Career Transitions
    2025/03/23

    Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local entrepreneurs discussing their journeys and the local economy. During Women's History Month, he interviews three guests: Adia Foster, Ryan Erickson, and Travis Buchanan. Adia Foster, CEO of Empower, discusses her transition from a USC track star to a successful businesswoman, including her acting career. Ryan Erickson, a mortgage professional, shares his morning routine and the impact of AI on his business. Travis Buchanan, a lawyer, talks about his 28-year career and the benefits of AI in streamlining legal processes. Each guest provides contact information for their businesses.

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    30 分
  • Entrepreneurial Journeys and Creative Strategies: Real Estate, Marketing, and Music on The Grind
    2025/02/23

    The Grind, hosted by Eric James, features local business entrepreneurs discussing their journeys and contributions to the economy. The episode highlights two women, Loni Reed and Lisa Shin-Lee, who share their experiences in the real estate industry. Loni, originally from Minnesota, transitioned from real estate to title business marketing, using unique strategies like hula hooping to engage clients. Lisa, originally from South Korea, moved to California, then Las Vegas, and now works in real estate, emphasizing her ability to read contracts and her entrepreneurial spirit. Additionally, a young singer, Fate Kent, performs a song dedicated to veterans, showcasing his musical talent and inspirational message.

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    30 分
  • Embracing the Grind: Juan and Nicole Huerta on Mastering Mortgage and Real Estate
    2025/01/26

    Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local business entrepreneurs. Juan and Nicole Huerta, a power couple, discuss their careers in the mortgage and real estate industries. Juan, a mortgage broker, emphasizes the importance of consistency and follow-up, sharing his journey from a corporate job to becoming a successful broker. Nicole, a realtor, highlights the challenges of starting in real estate, including making cold calls and the long sales cycle. They stress the value of persistence, tracking numbers, and staying in their respective lanes. Both underscore the competitive nature of their fields and the necessity of embracing the grind for success.

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    29 分