Phil Fornaro

Episode 121: [Flashback] The Hidden Gifts of Genuine Connection

Relationships & Communication /

Doug has interviewed hundreds of business leaders. As co-host of The Nice Guys on Business Podcast and an interviewer, Doug has interviewed digital marketing guru Gary Vaynerchuk, media superstar Arianna Huffington, ABC’s Dan Harris, Celebrity Apprentice Jeffrey Hayzlett, NY Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller Jeffrey Gitomer, and dozens of celebs and business leaders. As […]

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Episode 120: Transforming Fear Into Fuel for Growth with Alefiyah Lindo

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Alefiyah is an Energy Intuitive and Transformation Coach who serves heart-centered visionaries and entrepreneurs looking to expedite or stabilize their impact.  Her work bridges the worlds of emotional healing, energetic intelligence, and embodied awareness – helping people move from energy alignment and not just effort. She has also practiced as a psychotherapist for 20+ years

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Episode 118: Building Connections That Compound with Steve Fretzin

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Steve Fretzin is a business development coach dedicated to helping lawyers grow their practices without the discomfort of traditional sales tactics. Through his coaching, books, and in the BE THAT LAWYER podcast, Steve focuses on empowering attorneys to develop sustainable client acquisition strategies and improve time management while maintaining strong client relationships. With over two

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Episode 117: LBM Flash Moments: Cultivating Insight Through Continuous Learning

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I discuss the concept of a “Light Bulb Moment” and its impact on personal and professional growth. I emphasize the circular relationship between Light Bulb Moments and energy, suggesting that insights lead to energy, which in turn fosters more insights. I advise listeners to engage with books, podcasts, and conversations related to their Light Bulb

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Episode 116: Sustaining Growth Through Passion, Balance, And Culture with Shelly Lustrup

Business Growth & Strategy /

Shelly Lustrup has been with NAMI Metro Suburban for 9 years, during which she assisted in the launch of the first NAMI Living Room in west Cook County. Promoted to Associate Director, Shelly oversaw the expansion of NAMI’s Employment Program, CRSS Internship Hub, and Drop-in Center. In 2024, as Chief Operating Officer, Shelly was instrumental

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Episode 115: Turning Challenges Into Systems Of Change with Russell Steinberg

Business Growth & Strategy /

Russell Steinberg is the Founder & CEO of FARMZER0, where he leads the company’s mission to transform food systems through innovation and sustainability. Before FARMZER0, he founded StarFort Financial in 2012, a Chicago-based strategic life insurance advisory firm helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals with advanced life insurance planning. Russ combines his entrepreneurial vision with

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Episode 114: LBM Flash Moments: Cultivating Growth By Honoring Traditions

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I discuss the success of the LBM podcast, noting a record 5,200 downloads from August 25 to 28 and positive reviews on Apple and Spotify. I emphasize the importance of traditions, sharing personal anecdotes about family and cultural traditions. I plan to incorporate problem-solving discussions in future episodes. Connect with me: Website: https://www.fornarolaw.com/Podcast Website: https://lbmpodcast.com/“X”:

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Episode 113: Prevailing Through the Storms of Business with Shawn Nelson

Business Growth & Strategy /

Shawn Nelson is the author of Let Me Save You 25 Years: Mistakes, Miracles, and Lessons from the Lovesac Story. He is the founder and CEO of the Lovesac Company, which designs, manufactures, and sells furniture such as modular couches and bean bag chairs. Nelson holds a BA in Mandarin Chinese from the University of

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Episode 112: LBM Flash Moments: The Power of Spontaneous Conversations in Business

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I announced the “Wise Guy Round Table” live event on August 27, 2025, at the DuWire Studios in LaGrange with a live stream starting at 7 PM. I emphasized the importance of reviews and engagement on the LBM podcast’s Facebook Group, YouTube Channel, and the Light Bulb Moments Website. I shared insights from Brian Rosen’s

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