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• Building a Marketplace That Brings People Together with Mark Steiner

  In this episode, Mark Steiner shares how a career that began in film and talent booking led him to cofound GigSalad, a digital marketplace built to connect entertainers and event planners. He explains how the platform evolved from a simple directory into a booking tool, why a low-friction user exper

• LBM Flash Moments: The Quiet Power of Living Authentically

  In this Flash Moment, Phil Fornaro reflects on the legacy of his cousin Mark and the quiet power of living authentically. He shares stories that show how Mark’s humor, respect for others, kindness, and storytelling made him unforgettable without ever trying to be remembered. The episode closes with

• The Wealth Ratio and a Practical Path to Financial Freedom with Mike Qu

  In this episode, Mike Qu shares how a search for financial freedom led him from tech into oil and gas investing. He explains the “wealth ratio” as monthly passive income divided by monthly expenses, and discusses why he values assets that can generate income, hedge inflation, and diversify risk. The

• Relationship Capital, Niche Investing, and the Power of Pivoting with Jeremy Greshin

  In this conversation, Jeremy Greshin traces the pivots that took him from law and nonprofit work into market entry, real estate, and ultimately self-storage investing. He explains why niche markets, relationship capital, and investing alongside partners matter, and breaks down how his firm targets c

• Episode 107: Trades, Technology, and Transformation – The Future of Work with Nick Dubak and Frank Filec

  In this Light Bulb Moments flash, Phil Fernaro explores how access can expand opportunity, from networking and asking for introductions to aiming higher than your current circle. He shares examples from his own business and podcast relationships to show how one connection can open doors for clients,