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Meta Trends - Episode 32: You’ll Never Scale If You Don’t Figure This Out First with Jay Riffenbury

What do we stand for? In this episode of the Meta Trends Podcast #32, Mark and Jay explore the unseen engine behind every decision, action, and result: our values. As business owners, we’ve learned firsthand that discipline, integrity, and clarity aren’t just ideals; they're non-negotiables. Whether we’re leading a team, building a business, or navigating life’s next challenge, our values are already shaping our outcomes, whether we realize it or not. We explore: ✅ Why most people think they know their values, but don’t ✅ How misaligned values sabotage results ✅ The difference between stated values vs. lived values ✅ How to identify and embody values that create real tractionIf we’re tired of chasing goals that leave us empty or leading without alignment, this one’s for us. Subscribe for more no-BS insights on performance, leadership, and the future of work. --------------------Meta-Trends takes us on a journey of discovery, enabling us to peer into the future. It significantly enhances our ability to survive and even thrive in times of economic strife, and even in an economic boom. It demystifies the key factors that affect all of the world's economies. It will show you how to adapt your decisions to changing times and turn potential losses into major profits. Check out Originals and Exclusive collaborations at: https://middlemarketjournal.com/ [https://middlemarketjournal.com/] Connect with the Hosts and Guests: Mike Hernandez:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hern%C3%A1ndez-9511195/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hern%C3%A1ndez-9511195/] Mark Parrot: https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessownercoach/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessownercoach/] Our guest: Jay:LinkedIn -   / jay-rifenbary-2a5a8b4   [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkJ3SDlRMnUwMFhSemo0REYtWkpTYTVqMnNHZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuMWM3ZFJ0QThOQ1E3UFNfZkgwc0JuRHpIQnB2am1XZjFiUkF6enNCUl9XR0J5NXBUY2x2NHVMYUhjWFhqWE9QN0czUUcwbHo0V3FKd1NJTThaN0liU2ZBWVY5WGlxVWo4N3FHZVJoQzZYX2VBSjFtQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fjay-rifenbary-2a5a8b4%2F&v=3rQO5joKTSY]Business - https://www.rifenbary.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTdqUHEyRzBtVjUtT1NRa2J6RzVNRlJOS0lhQXxBQ3Jtc0ttSzZ6RkVRUndwVFlJN2FIZFFmeHBKZ2UyOWhNenFaYTE4MG9GLXpDZFlDekd0ZHNVZnBDZ1BMMEFvRTRIQkdBekNiaUp1NkhYdXFlOWsyR0NYSno2TEFyLUhIOWIzWllYUXFmQk9naFJ1bU5kVk1jYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rifenbary.com%2F&v=3rQO5joKTSY]

Meta Trends - Episode 31: How To Win The Race For Private Equity with Lewis Schiff

Mark and Mike interview Lewis Schiff, the Chairman of Birthing of Giants, a prestigious fellowship program that helps business owners of fast-growth companies develop and execute strategic plans that amplify sales, productivity, talent, and capital. He's a PhD in Business/Commerce, an author of multiple books on business success, a contributor at Inc. Mag, Forbes, and Worth Media, and an advisory council member at The Norm Brodsky College of Business. Check out other Original & Exclusive collaborations at: https://middlemarketjournal.com/ [https://middlemarketjournal.com/] Connect with the Hosts and Guests: Mike Hernandez:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hern%C3%A1ndez-9511195/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hern%C3%A1ndez-9511195/] Mark Parrot: https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessownercoach/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessownercoach/] Guest: Lewis SchiffBiz - ⁠https://birthingofgiants.com/⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0ZNRG1VbC1ucl9fWE1leDg3bmNTdTd5VGZ4d3xBQ3Jtc0tsUE1vLXJ2TGM0ZWd6bDQyRmsxRUZwZVlVb2tsSE5LVW4wZlkxNFdTNW83Q1FKX29jZnlfN0JoNVpVblN0VTdvS1FjWW1oWVBWa0dkSzB5eW4yOTQ0UzdTeVpITXZ5QVBCNDBWNEFsUzBDeUpjN3dzdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbirthingofgiants.com%2F&v=VxoW3a3vnLw]LinkedIn - ⁠  / lewisschiff   [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFloOGJBeHBJWUJoS21wanFvby1vZ3ZCMWZKQXxBQ3Jtc0ttdzZIejN5RjV5VkdXbkxYcm82ZEpBWUZHaGEtcl92M04td1pFTFF5dTZsRVlNUWRFcVpGWlUzNVpjX0hSMmxRTzd3bTRodzQ5cWVuSEhBb0lYMVN4Y21KcDV6OXpaMWFhQkJ2MlIwVmZkQy1MTXJIOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Flewisschiff%2F&v=VxoW3a3vnLw]

America 2.0 - Episode 1: The Silent Collapse of the Workforce: Who Gets Left Behind? With Gonzalo Guillen

In this gripping episode of America 2.0, Tash sits down with executive recruiter Gonzalo Guillen, CEO of HR Exchange, to expose the hidden labor crisis reshaping middle market companies. Post-COVID hiring isn’t just harder—it’s war. Automation is replacing workers faster than ever, but the real twist? Women are rising, while many men are quietly exiting the workforce. Gonzalo shares hard truths on recruiting trends, human capital gaps, and how reindustrialization is forcing companies to rethink talent, culture, and leadership. A must-listen for founders, operators, and anyone betting on America's comeback. A Program of Middle Market Journal [https://middlemarketjournal.com/]® ORIGINALS Connect with Gonzalo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gonzalo-a-guillen-52024250/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gonzalo-a-guillen-52024250/] Website: HRXSTAFFING.COM [https://www.hrxstaffing.com/] Specializing in: Accounting/ Finance, Change Management & Human Resources, Administrative, Marketing, IT, Manufacturing automation roles, Supply Chain & Logistics. Banking/ Financial Services- Family Office & P/E Specialist, Family Office, HNWI, UHNWI Markets we service: Miami | Fort Lauderdale | West Palm Beach | Orlando| Fort Myers | Jacksonville | Denver | Atlanta | New York | Dallas

Meta Trends - Episode 30: What kind of Investor are you? with Tash Salas

You don't want to miss this conversation. Exclusive Collaboration with Meta Trends and Middle Market Journal ® ⁠Subscribe to our Newsletter: Never Miss An Opportunity.⁠ [https://middlemarketjournal.com/newsletter-subscription-main-sa] It's Free. Connect with the Hosts and Guests: Mark Parrot: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessownercoach/⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessownercoach/] Business - ⁠⁠⁠https://nxteconomy.com/⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkw5Y2t6MFk4WUdZWDV1N00zVXJ5RmxGNjNTd3xBQ3Jtc0ttMzh5SDJybGxPNy1LZVUyUGlvbVdEVkJpMkFkLW5EbWNNLWhoVGVXNlpTV3laQUQ2VlZsZE94NXhEQ2c0bGVpU1lHQ3czS09ycGkxV3BtSkk1Qk5HQTk2NWpxM19qZnhiQUlGcU04YUFEbWgtYXpkTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fnxteconomy.com%2F&v=tWGCRjKeSLo] Mike Hernandez: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hern%C3%A1ndez-9511195/⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hern%C3%A1ndez-9511195/] Business - ⁠⁠https://lsnpartners.com/staff/mike-hernandez/⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjk3d08tbTc1VlVTMUwxSDNOYmZEeHhQMkJQUXxBQ3Jtc0tud29QNzZDeXhMdnUxTndNVlItbXRTdmFTOFQzYTRKdkY4VnBqV3NSUjBSamZJaUViZnRRY1Q1MllrT1ExMlhpTEd4NTNVWjRQdEUyOFo2Mmg4dWhZUnhpXzNGbGZvTGRHLXZELV9nLTRkOHgwWC1mSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Flsnpartners.com%2Fstaff%2Fmike-hernandez%2F&v=tWGCRjKeSLo] Tash Salas: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashsalas/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashsalas/] Business - https://usaeconomicforum.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWtCVlA1ejVtR1c0YmdnQVBjX1FfZ09hU2laUXxBQ3Jtc0traURraFR5Z25INGZFaU82YVhBMUt0S05EZmJfS2ZPMF9DeGFHMGVQQTJwZ1RNakpXY01VZGJiYm13TUhPWHNzTW1OMlh4aDRNX21JQVp1WmowbFVqSEpseXByakJIbHAwdk14NHBQcFZJQS1RYnl0SQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boazpower.com%2F&v=tWGCRjKeSLo] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2A6wcgFA_E

Meta Trends - Episode 29: Hand Write Letters To Close Your Sales with Boaz Rauchwerger

In this episode, Boaz offers a masterclass on timeless principles for approaching and succeeding in business with a human-centered focus and creativity. It was a delight and fun to hear nearly opposite approaches to consulting and discover insightful and powerful strategies to set yourself apart from competitors. These tactics apply not only to new accounts but also to ongoing business and referrals! Stop asking for the sale, and start building meaningful relationships. You don't want to miss this conversation. Exclusive Collaboration with Meta Trends and Middle Market Journal ® Subscribe to our Newsletter: Never Miss An Opportunity. [https://middlemarketjournal.com/newsletter-subscription-main-sa] It's Free. Connect with the Hosts and Guests: Mark Parrot: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessownercoach/⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessownercoach/] Business - ⁠⁠https://nxteconomy.com/⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkw5Y2t6MFk4WUdZWDV1N00zVXJ5RmxGNjNTd3xBQ3Jtc0ttMzh5SDJybGxPNy1LZVUyUGlvbVdEVkJpMkFkLW5EbWNNLWhoVGVXNlpTV3laQUQ2VlZsZE94NXhEQ2c0bGVpU1lHQ3czS09ycGkxV3BtSkk1Qk5HQTk2NWpxM19qZnhiQUlGcU04YUFEbWgtYXpkTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fnxteconomy.com%2F&v=tWGCRjKeSLo] Mike Hernandez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hern%C3%A1ndez-9511195/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hern%C3%A1ndez-9511195/] Business - ⁠https://lsnpartners.com/staff/mike-hernandez/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjk3d08tbTc1VlVTMUwxSDNOYmZEeHhQMkJQUXxBQ3Jtc0tud29QNzZDeXhMdnUxTndNVlItbXRTdmFTOFQzYTRKdkY4VnBqV3NSUjBSamZJaUViZnRRY1Q1MllrT1ExMlhpTEd4NTNVWjRQdEUyOFo2Mmg4dWhZUnhpXzNGbGZvTGRHLXZELV9nLTRkOHgwWC1mSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Flsnpartners.com%2Fstaff%2Fmike-hernandez%2F&v=tWGCRjKeSLo] Boaz Rauchwerger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boaz-rauchwerger/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/boaz-rauchwerger/] Business - https://www.boazpower.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWtCVlA1ejVtR1c0YmdnQVBjX1FfZ09hU2laUXxBQ3Jtc0traURraFR5Z25INGZFaU82YVhBMUt0S05EZmJfS2ZPMF9DeGFHMGVQQTJwZ1RNakpXY01VZGJiYm13TUhPWHNzTW1OMlh4aDRNX21JQVp1WmowbFVqSEpseXByakJIbHAwdk14NHBQcFZJQS1RYnl0SQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boazpower.com%2F&v=tWGCRjKeSLo] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWGCRjKeSLo Personal opinion: I feel a sense of discomfort while listening to Boaz, perhaps due to generational differences or my personality being more aligned with Mark's. I recognize that I have much to learn, and I need to embrace discomfort. - Miss Money® [https://www.linkedin.com/company/miss-money-impact-investments/], Founder.