Do you work for your money, or does your money work for YOU?   On this episode of Critical Mass Business Talk Show, host Ric Franzi is joined by Randa Hoffman, the founder of RADIANT Wealth Planning, LLC, who launched Radiant Wealth Planning to breathe fresh air into an industry, helping clients navigate the tools needed to make their financial decisions.   Randa offers financial planning and money management insight to her clientele as she teaches them how their money can transport them to a more radiant life if they have the right systems and processes in place.   ---   Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at Renaissance Executive Forums Orange County.   This edition of Critical Mass Business Talk Show is proudly supported by Gottlieb, Rackman & Reisman, P.C. GRR provides legal advice and guidance on all aspects of intellectual property law including patents, trademarks, and copyrights. Learn more at GRR.com.

Fractional leadership is one of the fastest-growing services to support small to mid-size businesses. The Sales Performance Group specializes in developing and implementing sales strategies that deliver faster growth, higher profitability, and improved sales results.   To expand the support provided to customers, The Sale Performance Group has formed a partnership with Dale Carnegie of Orange County to enhance the growth of their employees. Utilizing the fractional leadership experience in conjunction with proven training, processes and tools, The Sales Performance Group offers an affordable solution for creating or improving a sales organization and driving revenue.   Critical Mass Business Talk Show's Ric Franzi sits down with Ed Horton, Managing Partner of The Sales Performance Group, and Steve VerBurg President of Dale Carnegie of Orange County, to discuss fractional leadership and the nature of their new partnership.   ---   Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at Renaissance Executive Forums Orange County.   This edition of Critical Mass Business Talk Show is proudly supported by Gottlieb, Rackman & Reisman, P.C. GRR provides legal advice and guidance on all aspects of intellectual property law including patents, trademarks, and copyrights. Learn more at GRR.com.    

John Pham is an entrepreneur, team builder, former aerospace engineer, practicing orthodontist, and Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist. As CEO and Co-Founder of InBrace, John and his team are building an entirely new category of teeth-straightening. InBrace has earned the distinction of being one of Orange County’s Top Workplaces. John joins Ric Franzi on Critical Mass Business Talk Show to discuss how he is disrupting the dental industry and offering an innovative solution for the 500 million people who have opted out of traditional orthodontic treatment.

The very definition of the word steadfast is “dependable, reliable, committed,” and those adjectives epitomize our mission to give each client the peace of mind they deserve so they can run their organizations more effectively. Led by Founder and CEO Bernadette Peterson, The Steadfast Group has assembled a team that is comprised of diverse skillsets, exceptional credentials, and an unwavering commitment to providing you with the best, most comprehensive financial and accounting services available. Join Ric Franzi for an insightful conversation with Bernadette Peterson on leadership, accounting, and her journey to The Steadfast Group!

With over 25 years of consulting experience, Conover Consulting has a holistic approach to improving employee performance and your company’s bottom line. By connecting the people, compensation, and profitability pieces together, we help you maximize your Return on Investment (ROI). Founder Laura Conover has a business pedigree that includes management experience in the real-world and excels at delivering superior results.

Deemed “the Ken Burns of the written and recorded word" by talk show legend Larry King, New York Times bestselling author Joe Garner took the publishing world by storm with the release of his seminal audio-and-hardcover book We Interrupt This Broadcast. In addition to attaining the New York Times bestseller list in two consecutive years, Garner’s inspired pairing of audio, photographs and written word sold over 1-million copies. Through his production company Garner Creative Concepts, LLC, Garner has conceptualized, written and produced over a dozen commercially successful multimedia book productions. In his interview on Critical Mass Business Talk Show, Joe Garner highlights the power of taking action, the value of mentorship, and other tales from his creative journey!

In the relaunch episode of Critical Mass Business Talk Show, host Ric Franzi interviews Josh Wilhelm, Founder & CEO of LightHouse Graphics. In their insightful discussion, Ric & Josh discuss Josh's vision for LightHouse Graphics, challenges Josh has faced along his leadership journey, and much more!

I have invited Leo to join us to discuss his 3rd and latest book “Peernovation: What Peer Advisory Groups Can Teach Us about Building High-Performance Teams.” Here are the questions we discussed: What is the MAIN IDEA contained in your book? Tell us about the title? Leo, can you tell us about the inspiration for writing this book? What do you mean by the term “peer influence”? Who is the target audience for your book? Take us through the table of contents of the book How does someone get in touch with you?

Ric discusses with Author Didier Cossin the big ideas in his latest book "High-Performance Boards: Improving and Energizing Your Governance". What is the main idea contained in your book? How does governance drive financial performance? How does diversity impact a board's performance? What is the role of an outside director? Do you think it is good for CEO's who have a board to join the board of another firm? What has been the effect of the principles of Conscious Capitalism on governance?

Ric talks with author Bob Burg about his classic book "The Go-Giver". Here are the topics and questions they discussed:   What is the MAIN IDEA contained in your books and speaking?   Bob, you have authored or co-authored eight books, five in The Go-Giver Series with your writing partner John David Mann. I want to focus on The Go-Giver Leader. It seems to me, the key lesson from that book is not about the leader; it about the people. Can you talk to us about how the Go-Giver philosophy applies to CEOs and leaders in companies? Are there misconceptions about what being a Go-Giver means? As a leader, can you be taken advantage of that way?   One of the principles you write about is Influence. How does a Go-Giver create Influence with the people they lead?   How did you first come up with the term Go-Giver?   Can you tell us about the inspiration for your life’s work?   How does someone get in touch with you or learn more about your work?

Ric talks with author Bill Flynn about his new book "Further, Faster: The Vital Few Steps That Take the Guesswork out of Growth". Here are the topics and questions they discuss: What is the MAIN IDEA contained in your book? What are some vital essentials to scaling your business? Why performance is a team sport How to run your business as a coherent system How and why cash rules Can you tell us about the inspiration for writing this book? Discuss and highlight the reason/reasons that motivated you to write this book. Who is the target audience for your book? Take us through the table of contents of the book. What advice can you give to our audience, who want to write a book, about how to successfully write and publish a book. What have you learned about the that you did not know prior to publishing your book? How does someone get in touch with you or learn more about your firm?

Ric talks with Author Mauro Guillen about his latest book "2030- How Today's Biggest Trends Will Collide and Reshape The Future of Everything". Here are the topics and questions covered during their conversation. Q1:  What is the organizing principle of your book 2030? Q2:  Let’s discuss the rise of automation: who will be affected by the next round of AI-fueled innovation? Q3:  Can you share the impact of the collaborative economy on property owners and the downstream effects? Q4:  You forecast that by 2030 more than half of the world’s wealth will be owned by women; what will be the impacts of this? Q5:  Why is Canada a model for immigration policy? Q6:  How can we approach these societal transformations with optimism and seize opportunities as they arise?

Ric talks with author Darius Mirshahzadeh about his new book "The Core Value Equation".  Darius addresses 7 questions Ric had about core values during their conversation heard live on LinkedIn on Tuesday, November 10, 2020. Q1 Can you define, from your perspective, what you mean by the term CORE VALUES? Q2 You write in your book The Core Value Equation that companies don’t have core values people do. What do you mean? Q3 What is your advice on how to properly design core values to become the language of the organization? Q4 Can you share the four most critical elements that core values need in order to create consistent, impactful results in any organization? Q5 You talk about the importance of the quality of design when creating core values. Can you discuss how Steve Job’s approach to design is an inspiration CEOs about designing core values? Q6 In chapter 5 you outline the key design principles of creating well-designed core values. What are they? Q7 The balance of your book deals with how to launch your core values, make them sticky, and how to determine the ROI on your core values. Can you highlight the most critical aspects of each?

In today's episode of Critical Mass Radio Show, author Mark Barden, joined Ric live-streaming on LinkedIn to talk about his book A Beautiful Constraint and how its message can be applied now during these uncertain economic times.

Returning guest Angelo Ponzi, founder of the Ponzi Group joined Ric on LinkedIn to discuss what companies are doing to gain market share during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Leveraging innovative nature and entrepreneurial spirit, Yuris is in charge of creating and implementing an in-depth business growth and competitive strategy. His job is to manage strategic planning and day-to-day business management tasks that achieve market penetration and expansion throughout Los Angeles. He also develops and maintains solid relationships with vendors to ensure proper alignment between logistical constraints and production process requirements.

Want to Become a Leader that Exceeds Results with Loyal Teams? The problem is that most organizations still use the Carrot and Stick method, which increases turnover. The real way is to assemble effective teams with peer to peer balanced accountability system that wins hearts to exceed performance.

#1kproject - Inspired by the immense needs felt by families in the pandemic, we came together to connect families in crisis with direct support of $1k each month for 3 months from a sponsor family. Within a few tweets, a team of entrepreneurial, tech and design talent came together to start The $1k Project. Using personal networks to directly match a family impacted by the pandemic with a family committed to giving them $1k for 3 months.

Doug Wheeler, Founder Summit Performance Group will be on our show to discuss his company. Doug’s firm has been in the conference management and incentive travel industry for 25 years. We will be discussing how COVID-19 has impacted his business and his view on the future.

Hailing from what is arguably the most fashionable city in the world, cosmetics guru Manna Kadar was born in Paris, France. Surrounded by the very best that fashion and beauty has to offer, Manna developed a passion at a very young age for not only the finest beauty products on earth, but for the business behind the most cutting-edge brands. Manna cut her business teeth early on, proving herself as a successful young entrepreneur in the competitive sales and marketing realm.

Mary Cravets is a Client Generation Strategist and International Speaker who helps entrepreneurs significantly grow their businesses without working nights and weekends. Using her methods, the majority of her clients quickly increase their income 50-100%. Clients include the former CFO of Microsoft North America, thought-leaders in the coaching industry and rising stars in a variety of other professions. Mary is also an avid roller coaster enthusiast and a kayaking volunteer for a wildlife protection program in Morro Bay, California.

Jordan Goldrich, co-Author of the book written for valuable executives who are identified as abrasive or bullies to recognize and leverage their "Warrior Spirit" while changing the unintended negative impact of their style. Many different types of people can be warriors. These include the most committed and effective military leaders, business executives, doctors and nurses, police. firefighters and clergy. Even mothers and fathers can be warriors.

With an innate heart for supporting others, Emily Morgan’s mission is to help reshape the culture of the traditional workforce by providing flexible employment for her team while also providing the strategies entrepreneurs need. As the founder and CEO of Delegate Solutions, she helps clients dot their i’s and cross their t’s so they can meet all goals.

Author Troy Underwood has written one of the most practical and useful guides for entrepreneurs at any stage of success. We have invited Troy to join the show to share his entrepreneurial journey that lead to his book.

Having been especially busy over the last month helping clients cope with the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on their individual, family finances, as well as the impact on their small businesses. Wayne Titus, the author of The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being, shows business owners how to build a dependable, communicative relationship with a financial adviser who understands their unique needs.

The Salvation Army has been meeting needs and transforming lives since 1887 throughout Orange County. Captain Nesan Kisan, will be on our show to discuss homelessness in our county and what his organization is doing to help those in need.

Scharrell Jackson will be returning to our radio show. During our interview, we will be discussing her career and Leadership in Heels, the organization she founded in 2015 that is like no other women’s organization.

COVID-19 has impacted every business, but no industry may be harder hit than the travel and hospitality industry. We have invited Sloan Dean, CEO & President of Remington Hotels, to join us to discuss the impact on his firm and the steps the firm is taking to survive.

Entrepreneur and author Marie Forleo has said “Never start a business just to make money. Start a business to make a difference”. CEO Mike Gentile returned to our show to share how his firm is making a difference by partnering with OC nonprofits to train at-risk residents for the cybersecurity industry.

The Leadership Killer: Reclaiming Humility in an Age of Arrogance exposes hubris as the single most lethal leadership flow. Being a good leader doesn’t require being a bad person. Bill Treasurer joined the show to discuss the ideas in his latest book.

Do you know how much litter is made up solely of cigarette butts? When Ken Beckstead realized the shocking percentage, he saw an opportunity to make a change. By developing  Butts Only Box receptacles and founding the Butts To Watts program, Ken has been able to reduce litter and landfill waste, as well as create renewable energy. Ken joined our show to share his entrepreneurial journey.

Created by women for women, MyJane is a community enabling women to make informed choices about hemp CBD products. MyJane’s President Helene Blanchette joined the show to talk about the business model and MyJane’s strategy for growth.

Assembly Bill 5 is one of the most destructive bills passed by the CA legislature in recent history. State Representative Jay Obernotle of the 8th District has authored AB1925, a bill that will exempt small business form the law. Jay joined the show to discuss the impact of AB 5 and how AB 1925 will help small businesses.

Individuals, corporations, governments, and other institutions face unprecedented vulnerabilities in a world where everything is increasingly connected. Bryan Cunningham, Executive Director for the UCI Cybersecurity and Policy Institute was on the show to discuss the current challenges companies are facing in the world of cybersecurity.

Ever feel like you’ve hit a wall and can’t go any further? As a business advisor and coach Sheevaun Moran use ancient principles and techniques to help business leaders achieve freedom in business and life. After working with Sheevaun, her clients end with the ability to become that extra force they need to succeed. She joins us to share some of that today.

Roy Dekel, co-founder, and CEO of SetSchedule joins us once more. Committed to helping their clients achieve greater business success, SetSchedule provides an easy to use suite of SAAS solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of real estate professionals. We will discuss everything from Roy’s experience, and the real estate industry to lessons learned which paved the way for SetSchedule. Roy Dekel is one of Irvine’s most unique innovators, you won't want to miss this episode!

In Driving Innovation from Within, Dr. Kaihan Krippendorff dispels the myth of the visionary startup company as being the primary source of innovation. His book features insights from over 150 interviews from Tencent and Amazon to Mastercard and Starbucks. Dr. Krippendorff will share more of his research during his interview with host Richard Franzi.

Sales are still relevant… but different. Consultative selling is dead. Chasing after prospects are dying. Clients and prospects don’t want discussions with salespeople unless sellers provide value beyond their products and insights beyond what’s available on the Web.  CEOs’ and sales managers’ marketing decisions and sales decisions   – who to hire, how to train them, how to manage them – must focus on critical moments in customers buying processes and the value of their sellers’ conversations. Nick Miller of Clarity Advantage shares more.

Join with Geri Cerkovnik, serial Entrepreneur, as she discusses the importance and impact of understanding people and values to create successful organizational cultures. The most strategic asset an organization has is their people.  How we invest in them impacts their commitment to your company. 

Fritzler Design creates a response with strategic visual communication for corporate identity and marketing/communication, designing professional logos, websites, brochures and trade show graphics that represent the authentic brand within each company and product. Art Director, Teresa Fritzler, joined us with more!

The #BeBetter team at Branded Group helps to make your brand better through delivering industry-leading customer service and experiences. For the past two years, Branded Group has been chosen as "Best Places to Work." CEO Michael Kurland and President Jon Thomas join us to share how they built a strong and healthy culture for their firm.

As true experts in the field of risk mitigation, investigation, and business protection - Santoni Investigations is committed to helping clients during the most crucial moments they need guidance. They’ve helped attorneys and businesses for over 20 years, and their work isn’t stopping anytime. CEO Tim Santoni joins us to share more.

This week we invited back Kevin Costelloe, Staff Reporter for the Orange County Business Journal, to join us to talk about the recent CES (Consumer Technology Association) Show in Las Vegas. We will specifically focus on the presence of those Orange County companies who made news and an impact at the show.

Have you ever thought about how and why you have trust in an institution or individual? I have invited Author M. Todd Henderson to share the research in his latest book “The Trust Revolution” with you to help you understand how the rise of the internet is offering new ways to create or strengthen trust in your firm. This critical because we are at a time when people’s trust in the government, in companies and even each other is at a historic low.

What is the power of a good question in determining the truth from a sales prospect, interview candidate or employee? Michael Reddington, President of InQuavise, Inc. will be on the show to explain how by using his Disciplined Listening Method you can use the truth to your advantage.

Known as the ‘Elon Musk of Real Estate,’ Roy Dekel is revolutionizing the real estate industry. As a philanthropist and the CEO of Setschedule, Roy gives back to his community and supports Start-ups in need. He also founded the Setschedule Cares Foundation, raising money through matching employees and volunteer time. His goal for this year is to raise at least $1.5 million in 2020 for 19,000 charities.

A tool supply company with expertise in productivity. That’s what makes All Industrial Tool Supply stand out from all the rest. They strive and aim to become the number one trust source for all your tool needs. And it’s all built on friendly, knowledgeable trust and service. Jeff Perry joined us here with more.

Are you in compliance? With the constant changes in rules and laws, it can be hard to keep track of if you are in compliance or not. That’s where the team behind Compliance Datalytics comes in. They continuously analyze thousands of cases to identify the compliance issues and data to make sure you remain on top.