Joe serves as Executive Vice President, Chief Lending Officer of FNBC Bank & Trust in La Grange, IL. He has been a member of the FNBC team since 2012 and manages a group of several commercial and consumer loan officers at FNBC’s various locations. He develops and services banking and loan relationships with businesses, investors, […]
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I believe that client retention is one of the most important aspects of business. It’s not just about transactions—it’s about building long-term relationships. It is important to communicate proactively and truly understand your clients’ businesses. One of the things I’ve learned over the years is the power of reaching out without an agenda. Sometimes, a
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For more than three decades, Jay Winkler has worked with many smart and talented people and served as a leader at family-owned, privately held, and private equity-backed companies in manufacturing, non-profit, communications, consulting, consumer products, education, technology, business services, and globalization. He has started factories around the world, launched businesses, succeeded in turning around distressed
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In this episode, I share my strategies for converting clients and customers effectively. I talk about the importance of identifying ideal clients—those who need your services and who you can provide the most value to. I also discuss the value of building relationships with strategic partners who can refer those ideal clients, creating a network
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In this episode, I got to speak with Kevin Miller, who joined LegalSifter in 2016 and brings over 24 years of experience in sales and operational leadership within high-growth companies. Before his time at LegalSifter, Kevin spent nine years at Industrial Scientific Corporation as a senior leader and chief operating officer, where he spearheaded business
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I dive into the common pitfalls of New Year’s resolutions, focusing on why setting small, achievable goals is more effective than aiming for overly ambitious ones. Drawing from my own experiences, I share tips on maintaining good habits, overcoming setbacks, and leveraging accountability and positive reinforcement. I also emphasize the power of networking and how
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Join Us for the 13th Annual BEDS Plus Soup & Bread Event! BEDS Plus a non-profit organization dedicated to providing housing and support for individuals and families facing homelessness. Every ticket purchased supports BEDS Plus’ mission to help. 📅 Event Date: Check out the event page here for details! 🎟 Tickets: Purchase your tickets today.
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Nick Novakovic is Vice President of WestPac Wealth Partners. He helps individuals and families overcome financial hurdles and establish stability. After a career-ending basketball injury in 2005, Nick transitioned to finance to guide others through financial disruptions. Recognized as a Forbes Top Best-in-State Security Professional in Florida in 2023, Nick is dedicated to being a
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In this episode, I discuss the concept of sabbaticals and finding personal inspiration— discovering what makes life better and more fulfilling. From there, I tackle the challenge of dealing with difficult people, sharing a personal story about a life coach who gave me the advice to focus on de-escalating rather than escalating conflicts. This simple
In Episode 39 of Light Bulb Moments, I sit down with Lou Wallach, a media visionary whose career includes creating iconic shows like Chappelle’s Show and The Colbert Report and leading teams at Netflix, Comedy Central, and more. Lou shares how he balances creativity, adaptability, and genuine connections to thrive in the ever-evolving entertainment industry.
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