Turning Relationships Into Lasting Impact with Juergen Schmid | EP 52

Blending Your Personal & Professional Self with Tom Yozzo | EP 59

In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Tom Yozzo [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-yozzo-8a87a8121/] to talk about turning a gardening hobby into a personal brand, standing out as a real person in an AI-driven world, and why small businesses deserve better from their employee benefits broker. Tom Yozzo is an Employee Benefits Consultant at King Benefits [https://www.linkedin.com/company/kingbenefits/], where he helps businesses solve their Healthcare challenges. He brings a background in software sales for the employee benefits space, giving him a sharp read on both sides of the client relationship. He's driven by the belief that real connection is what actually helps people and businesses grow. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:00] Check-In: Wins of the Week [00:12:00] SIX Dinner Culture and Airport Chaos [00:19:00] Bay Area Roots [00:29:00] Does Anyone Actually Like Their Job? [00:33:00] A Fourth-Generation Tomato Farmer [00:38:00] Adapt or Die [00:49:00] Building a Personal Brand [00:53:00] Small Businesses Deserve Better Brokers [01:01:00] Standing Out as Human in an Age of AI [01:07:00] What AI Will Never Replace [01:12:00] The Power of Shared Experience - - - - - - [01:21:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

Turning a Passion Project into a Movement with Bryan Devore | EP 58

In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Bryan Devore [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryandevore/] to talk about leading a self-sufficient team, bringing a passion project from idea to TV screen, and how staying grounded in your "why" shapes every business decision he makes. Bryan Devore is the founder and leader of the Devore Realty Group [https://devorerealtygroup.com/]. He has been serving clients across San Diego since 2003 and ranks in the top 0.5% of all Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices agents nationwide. Bryan specializes in guiding seniors through big transitions, whether that's downsizing into a more manageable home or finding the right senior living community. That passion is what inspired him to create Senior Spaces, a reality TV show that follows real families navigating these decisions, and brings education, and visibility to a conversation most people avoid. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:30] Check-In: Mid-week Wins [00:06:00] Building a Self-Sufficient Team [00:10:00] Consistency Over Time [00:13:00] The Mushroom Effect of Networking [00:16:00] Focusing on People, Not Just the Numbers [00:22:00] Shifting from "What's in It for Me" to Abundance [00:32:00] Why Bryan Made a Senior Living TV Show [00:36:00] The Conversation Around Aging [00:42:00] Funding, Sponsorship, and Building a Season [00:47:00] Values Alignment & Turning Down Partners [00:55:00] Real Estate Milestones [01:22:00] Reinforcement: Defining Success - - - - - - [01:30:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

Breaking Into Events and Business with Sami Patel | EP 57

In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Sami Patel [https://www.linkedin.com/in/samita-patel-b2a9b6140/] to talk about leaving the East Coast to start fresh in San Diego, finding clarity through running and consistency, and learning the art and chaos of organizing events. Sami Patel is the Director of Events and Sponsorships at SIX Connections [https://www.sixdegreesconnections.com/]. With over 5 years of experience in hospitality and operations, she is known for combining business acumen with an eye for design and detail. Sami is passionate at fostering collaboration and cultivating cultures built on trust and shared goals, bringing people together in meaningful ways. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:00] Check-In: Energy Levels [00:03:30] Getting to Know Sami [00:07:00] Running as Mental Clarity [00:14:00] The Discipline of Consistency [00:18:00] Four-Minute Miles & Marathon Mentality [00:24:00] COVID Graduation & Leaving California Behind [00:28:00] Working in the Family Business [00:34:00] Why San Diego & the Pull Toward Events [00:39:00] Learning on the Job at SIX [00:44:00] Event Disasters, Pivots & Relationship Building [00:51:00] Proudest Career Moments [00:54:30] Growth, Organization & What's Next - - - - - - [01:06:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

Building a Coachable Team Culture with Maria Corbisiero | EP 56

In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Maria Corbisiero [https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-corbisiero-1a27b938/] to talk about building a values-aligned team from the ground up, defining what coachability looks like in leadership, and learning to step back so the people around you can grow. Maria Corbisiero is a realtor and leader of The Dream Homes Team [https://bestsandiegohomesforsale.com/?utm_source=gbp&utm_medium=organic] under Compass, where she has leveraged over a decade of business and construction experience to guide clients toward wise investments for over six years. A proud Southern California transplant, her extensive local expertise encompasses real estate, city hotspots, and hidden neighborhood gems, enabling her to identify unique opportunities for transformation. Known for her outstanding communication, genuine dedication, and a proactive approach, Maria is deeply committed to building lasting client relationships that extend well beyond the closing table. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:03:00] Weekly Check-In [00:05:00] The Tuscany Property [00:09:00] Cleaning House in December [00:13:00] The Coachability Conversation [00:19:00] Building Future Team Leaders [00:21:00] Business as a School [00:24:00] Defining Excellence & The Delegation Gap [00:29:00] "This Is On Me": Owning the Gaps [00:31:00] Art vs. Science of Leadership [00:36:00] Mindset Over Systems [00:38:00] Healthy Competition & The Follow-Up Edge [00:47:00] Leading With Values Instead of Answers [00:55:00] Self-Doubt as a Leadership Tool [01:03:00] Boat Names, Puns & Star Signs [01:12:00] Conspiracy Theories & Ron Funches [01:17:00] Episode Takeaways - - - - - - [01:20:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

From Hustle Mentality to Family First with Dan Schneiderman | EP 55

In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Dan Schneiderman [https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielschneiderman/] to talk about fatherhood while running a trial law firm, the mindset shift that took him from chasing accolades to chasing meaning, and why treating every client like your most important one is the strategy behind his biggest cases. Dan Schneiderman is the founder of Schneiderman Trial Attorneys [https://www.linkedin.com/company/schneiderman-trial-attorneys/], a San Diego-based personal injury firm specializing in catastrophic injury, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and wrongful death cases. Dan is known for his relentless commitment to the practice of law, prioritizing personal attention, deep client relationships, and quality over quantity at every stage of a case. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:00] Check-In: Low Energy, High Intentions [00:04:00] The Treadmill of Early Parenthood [00:06:00] Seven Trials in 18 Months with a Newborn [00:08:00] Coming Out of Survival Mode [00:16:00] What Brought Dan to San Diego [00:18:00] Rocket Scientists, Surgeons & Personal Injury Attorneys [00:26:00] Letting Go of the Joneses Mentality [00:29:00] Family as the Core of Everything [00:30:00] The Failed Software Startup & Lessons Learned [00:40:00] Social Media, Data Privacy & 23andMe [00:47:00] AI Anxiety & A Future Nobody's Ready For [00:51:00] The Business of Law vs. The Practice of Law [01:01:00] Technology, Evidence & Trucking Cases [01:03:00] What Goes Around Comes Around - - - - - - [01:06:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.