Money and Meaning

From Timid To CEO

How persistence changed everything. Rejected over and over, Shira Parnes kept showing up and it changed everything. In this episode, she shares how countless setbacks became the foundation of her success and why the power of persistence can change the course of a career. Shira opens up about facing rejection in a male-dominated field, why she refused to quit, and how after enough "no's," a "yes" is inevitable. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone chasing a big goal, this conversation is packed with lessons on persistence, sales, and turning rejection into opportunity. A self-proclaimed energy nerd, Shira is the founder of Ventura and Vetal, where she helps businesses maximize the return on their energy investments and uncover opportunities many owners don't even know exist.

Before It Was Cool

Before It Was Cool, The First ABA Company In Lakewood Before ABA was widely known in Lakewood Township, Chevy Nussbaum was already building. As the founder of Brain Builders, she shares what it took to start early, lead with heart, and create something rooted in real care for people. This episode is about more than therapy; it’s about connection, the impact of a dedicated team, and  what can happen when someone truly believes in a child.

Praised As A Hero. Haunted By Failure.

What happens when trauma hits after you lose someone you love and changes everything? Dr. Robyn Koslowitz opens up about her early trauma, including the heartbreaking loss of her father, and how she transformed that pain into a guiding superpower. She shares honest, actionable insights on how healing can shape your parenting, your work, your career and help you unlock your fullest potential. This isn’t about surviving your past; it’s about unleashing your superpowers.

Innovation Isn't Optional

Julie Elkon and Raisy Sirote sit down with Rebecca Lemmer, founder of CompuVoip, for an honest conversation on business growth, innovation, and faith in business. Rebecca shares how she built and scaled a technology company over 40 years, navigated her darkest days, and is embracing AI as the next step in innovation.This episode explores what it means to lead with values, stay grounded in faith, and build a resilient business rooted in customer focus and integrity.🎧 Subscribe for real conversations with Jewish entrepreneurs and share with someone building a purpose-driven business.

Her Pre-Approval Beats Cash Offers

Cash isn’t always king and Yael Ishakis isn’t afraid to say it. In this conversation, the Mortgage Queen from FM Home Loans breaks down why a strong, strategic pre-approval can outperform a cash offer, why nearly 90% of “cash buyers” still rely on financing, and what really matters when clients are making the biggest purchase of their lives. Yael shares how she builds mortgages around people, not just numbers, navigating tight deadlines, coordinating with realtors and builders, fixing inevitable mess-ups, and giving honest financial advice rooted in living within your means. At the heart of it all is her belief that givers gain, a mindset that drives collaboration, long-term relationships, and better outcomes for everyone at the table. If you care about doing business the right way and winning because of it, this one’s a must-listen.