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  • Maximizing Business Sale Value: Strategies for Planning Your Exit with Cameron Bishop
    2026/04/28

    Welcome to another episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business. Today, Jennifer Glass dives into one of the most critical phases of entrepreneurship: exiting your business. Whether you’re pondering passing your company down to your kids, selling to a third party, or just walking away, the exit strategy you choose—and how you prepare for it—can dramatically impact the ultimate value you receive.


    Joining Jennifer Glass is Cameron Bishop, a distinguished executive, entrepreneur, and current partner at Rain Catcher, a lower middle market investment firm. With decades of hands-on experience transforming and acquiring companies, Cameron Bishop shares his expertise on how to prepare your business for sale, avoid common pitfalls, and maximize your “second bite of the apple.” They’ll tackle everything from owner dependency and legal structure to financial management, customer concentration, and the emotional rollercoaster of letting go.


    If you’re even vaguely considering how and when to exit, this episode is packed with strategic guidance, real-world examples, and vital steps every business owner should be thinking about—years before making their next move.


    About my guest: Cameron Bishop is a distinguished executive and entrepreneur with a remarkable track record of transforming companies and maximizing value for business owners. He notably led Intertec Publishing from a $7 million company to a $400 million enterprise and co-founded Ascend Media, growing it to $120 million in just three years. Mr. Bishop has extensive experience advising private company owners on exit strategies and business transitions, and as CEO of SkillPath Seminars, he spearheaded significant organizational transformation. He is passionate about empowering business leaders to achieve their full potential and navigate complex challenges.

    Connect with Cameron on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and on the web at raincatcher.com/


    Keywords: business exit strategy, selling a business, business transition, maximizing business value, business valuation, investment banking, business acquisition, private equity, M&A process, business broker, exit planning, business profitability, owner dependency, successor planning, organizational structure, LLC vs S corp vs C corp, legal structuring, tax implications, customer concentration, buyer risk, gross profit margin, EBITDA, financial reporting, accrual accounting, cash accounting, business growth, partnership buyout, rollover equity, business due diligence, deal structure

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    46 分
  • Navigating Conflict in Life and Business with Dana Lynn Bernstein
    2026/04/21

    Welcome to another episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business. Today, Jennifer Glass is joined by conflict resolution expert, author, and principal of Dare to Live Brave, Dana Lynn Bernstein.

    With over 2,100 coaching hours and extensive experience in de-escalation, high-stakes negotiations, and project management, Dana Lynn Bernstein brings a wealth of knowledge to help us tackle one of life's inevitable challenges—conflict.

    From internal struggles like imposter syndrome and analysis paralysis to business disputes and high-stress negotiations, we’ll dive into strategies for understanding and resolving conflicts, both within ourselves and with others.

    Dana also shares insights from her interactive book, "It's the Thought that Counts," and offers practical tools for navigating life’s friction points with confidence and clarity.

    Whether you’re dealing with personal doubt or workplace disagreements, this episode will equip you to find your voice and approach conflict with a new perspective.

    About my guest: Dana Bernstein is a Conflict Resolution author, speaker, consultant, and the Principal of Dare to Live Brave. With over 2,100 coaching hours, she specializes in de-escalation, high-stakes negotiations, and project management for clients in sectors like government, banking, and universities. She holds a Master’s in Dispute Resolution, is a court-appointed mediator, and a Project Management Professional. In 2025, she published the interactive book, “It’s the Thought That Counts,” which helps individuals resolve internal conflict to better navigate external challenges. A dedicated volunteer and advocate, Dana’s core mission is to empower people to find and use their voice to effectively manage conflict.

    Connect with Dana on Facebook, LinkedIn, and on the web at danalynnbernstein.com

    Keywords: conflict resolution, internal conflict, external conflict, business conflict, personal conflict, imposter syndrome, analysis paralysis, values, internal identity, best self, self-talk, coaching, de-escalation, high stakes negotiations, project management, government sector, banking sector, universities, dispute resolution, court appointed mediator, project management professional, resolving conflict, anger management, success, personality types, workshops, webinars, yolo (you only live once), personal growth, book ("It's the Thought that Counts"), Dare to Live Brave

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    27 分
  • Addressing Mental Health Challenges for Professional Women of Color with Terise Lang
    2026/04/14

    Welcome to another episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business. Today, we’re tackling a crucial yet often overlooked topic: women's mental health, with a special focus on women of color. Our host Jennifer Glass is joined by Terise Lang, a coach who supports professional women over 40—especially women of color who are feeling mentally and physically drained from constantly caring for everyone but themselves.

    Together, they unpack why alarming statistics persist around mental health struggles and suicide rates in communities of color, digging into the impact of racial bias, isolation, and the feeling of being unheard. Terise shares her holistic approach, combining custom-tailored tapping, meditation, breathing exercises, and community-building, to help women rediscover self-love and find hope. Listeners will also learn practical techniques for managing anxiety and stress, and why creating safe, supportive communities is essential. If you’re seeking tools, understanding, or inspiration in your mental health journey, this conversation is for you.

    About my guest: Using her life experience and learned techniques like custom-tailored tapping meditations, breathing exercises, and holistic thinking, Terise Lang empowers professional women 40+, primarily those of color, who are drained mentally and physically because they take care of everyone and everything else but themselves.Connect with Terise on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and on the web at https://teriselangwrites.com


    Keywords: women's mental health, suicide rates, racial bias, mental health coaching, holistic thinking, custom tailored tapping, meditations, breathing exercises, professional women, women of color, accountability partner, empathy, cyberbullying, online racial attacks, Columbia University study, Boston University study, socioeconomic status, community programs, gaslighting in medical field, loneliness epidemic, sense of community, tribe support, internal anxiety, stress management, box breathing, Lamaze breathing, sound therapy, green noise, brown noise, neurodivergent, hope

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    25 分
  • Mastering Marketing Pivots and Brand Strategies with Terry Feinberg
    2026/04/07

    Welcome to another episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business, where host Jennifer Glass brings her passion for marketing to the forefront in a lively and insightful conversation with seasoned marketing strategist and former newspaper publisher, Terry Feinberg.

    In this episode, Jennifer Glass and Terry Feinberg take listeners on a journey through the ever-changing landscape of marketing, starting with a look at the seismic shifts in the newspaper industry and the lessons modern businesses can learn about disruption and adaptation. Terry Feinberg shares his firsthand account of navigating the challenges of print publishing in an era of rapid digital transformation, setting the stage for a broader discussion about why everyone—regardless of their field—needs to think like a marketer.

    The conversation delves into the nuts and bolts of creating effective marketing campaigns, from understanding customer avatars and conducting meaningful research to knowing when—and how—to pivot when results are lagging. Terry Feinberg emphasizes the importance of intentional branding, strategic investing versus spending in marketing, and how even businesses that don't consider themselves marketers are constantly sending messages to their audiences.

    Listeners will find practical strategies for leveraging both traditional and digital marketing channels, including the enduring effectiveness of direct mail and targeted email campaigns. Jennifer Glass and Terry Feinberg explore the psychology of packaging, the subtleties of positioning your brand for different markets, and the critical importance of matching your messaging with both your offering and your target audience.

    Packed with real-world examples and actionable advice, this episode is a must-hear for business owners, service providers, and anyone eager to elevate their marketing game. Whether you're wondering how much to invest in acquiring new clients, striving to stand out among competitors, or simply wanting to ensure your branding speaks to the right people, Terry Feinberg offers insights that will help you market smarter and drive your business forward.


    About my guest: Terry Feinberg has started two successful marketing agencies, been a newspaper publisher, and led nonprofit trade associations. He has managed as many as 125 people and is now happy as an independent consultant helping businesses grow and prosper.

    Connect with Terry on Facebook, LinkedIn, and on the web at https://terryfeinbergconsulting.com


    Keywords: marketing, branding, creative brief, customer avatar, audience research, pivoting, campaign strategy, advertising, lead generation, brand awareness, direct mail, email marketing, packaging, competitive analysis, A/B testing, positioning, consumer products, pricing strategy, service providers, e-commerce, target audience, business-to-business, business-to-consumer, brand image, qualitative research, website strategy, recurring income, customer lifetime value, product differentiation, media channels

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    38 分
  • From Novelist to Course Creator: Stephanie O’Brien’s Guide to Transformative Coaching Programs
    2026/03/31
    Welcome to MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business! In this episode, Jennifer Glass welcomes Stephanie O'Brien, a dynamic coach, novelist, and editor renowned for her skill in helping coaches and business owners turn their expertise into impactful, market-ready coaching programs.You’ll hear Stephanie O'Brien recount her personal journey—from penning her very first full-length novel at age 12 to later joining her mother in the coaching industry. As she followed her mother into the world of coaching, Stephanie O'Brien quickly discovered a vital gap: many coaches were so immersed in their own expertise that they struggled to communicate it in ways new clients could actually understand and use. Inspired to bridge this gap, she became a kind of “universal translator,” helping coaches break down complex concepts, clarify their teaching points, and create training programs that truly change lives.Together, Jennifer Glass and Stephanie O'Brien dive into the nuts and bolts of course creation—addressing how to determine exactly what your audience needs, avoid information overload, choose the ideal format (live, on-demand, or hybrid), and set realistic pricing strategies for your programs. You’ll also hear real-world lessons about polling your audience and building your course around their feedback instead of just guessing what people want. Plus, Stephanie O'Brien shares a peek into her efficient process for helping clients structure and launch a course—sometimes in as little as 90 minutes!If you’ve been wondering how to harness your expertise, make it accessible to others, and build a coaching program that not only sells but gets strong results, tune in for actionable insights, practical strategies, and inspiration to help you get your next course off the ground. Get ready to learn how to turn the knowledge in your head into offerings your clients will love—and that you’ll be proud to deliver.About my guest: Stephanie O'Brien is a coach, novelist, and editor who specializes in helping coaches to quickly and easily create life-changing coaching programs that sell.Connect with Stephanie on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and on the web at https://www.coachclientconnection.com/Stephanie is also offering a free PDF gift: https://coachclientconnection.com/How-to-Pick-a-Coaching-Topic-that-SELLS/And an exercise you can do right now:1. Choose an area in which you can help people. E.g. you know how to help lonely singles to meet and marry the partner of their dreams.2. Write a list of all the steps you'd help your clients take in order to reach their goal.For example, your steps might include:- How to find potential partners- How to approach them and start a conversation- How to have a great first date3. Break each of those steps down into actionable instructions.Under the topic of how to approach potential partners and have that first conversation, you could list things like:A. Mindset tips for feeling confident and at ease while starting the conversationB. How to approach in a way that doesn’t make people (especially women) feel threatenedC. Good conversation startersD. What to do if you sense that it isn’t a good matchE. Confidently being yourself, while also using good social skills4. If any of those steps aren't so clear, actionable, and self-explanatory that a 5-year-old could follow your instructions, break them down further. When this process is complete, not only will you have a ton of content for your coaching program and educational marketing, but you'll probably also gain a whole new appreciation for how many steps you can help people with, and how many details you know about how to do them effectively!(End exercise)Keywords: coaching programs, course creation, information bundling, business coaching, online courses, course structure, content organization, audience targeting, pricing strategy, group coaching, one-on-one coaching, beta course, course delivery, live courses, on-demand courses
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    27 分
  • Unlocking Three Extra Hours of Energy for Women in Business with Amanda Hinman
    2026/03/24

    Welcome to another episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business. In today’s conversation, host Jennifer Glass sits down with Amanda Hinman, functional medicine health coach and bestselling author, whose passion is helping women in their 40s and 50s reclaim their energy, balance their hormones, and overcome challenges like weight gain, brain fog, and gut imbalances.


    This episode dives deep into the real impact of what - and how - we eat, unraveling common myths around metabolism, energy levels, and the role of hormones as we age. Amanda Hinman shares why caffeine isn’t the secret to real energy and introduces her simple “PFFV” approach to meals. They’ll also unpack the science behind intermittent fasting, why it might not work the same for women as it does for men, and how stress and mindset play crucial roles in our health transformations.


    If you’ve wondered why weight seems to linger around your midsection, feel like you’ve tried it all before without lasting results, or want to break free from the diet cycle and create lasting health, this episode is for you. Join us as we explore practical strategies, the importance of nervous system support, and the shift from “dieting” to real, sustainable nourishment - so you can wake up each day with greater energy, focus, and joy.


    About my guest: Amanda Hinman a Functional Medicine Health Coach and a best-selling author. She specializes in helping successful women in their 40s and 50s who are struggling with hormone, mood, and gut imbalances. She helps them heal naturally… giving them back 3 hours of energy every day so they can finally feel fantastic. She’s the founder of The Thyroid & Hormone Solution Program, which has helped hundreds of women overcome issues ranging from Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism to brain fog, anxiety, and weight gain.

    Connect with Amanda on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and on the web at https://hinmanholistic.com


    Keywords: functional medicine, health coaching, hormones, metabolism, energy levels, thyroid health, Hashimoto’s, hypothyroidism, brain fog, anxiety, weight gain, ATP, mitochondria, cellular energy, caffeine, lean muscle, blood sugar, insulin resistance, perimenopause, menopause, gut health, microbiome, protein, fiber, healthy fats, vegetables, PFFV meal plan, intermittent fasting, cortisol, stress response, nervous system

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    39 分
  • Special Podcasthon Episode: How Rotary Changes Lives Locally and Globally: The Teaneck Club’s Story
    2026/03/17

    Welcome to a special episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business! This week, we’re joining more than 1,500 podcasts worldwide in the Podcasthon movement, spotlighting incredible nonprofit organizations making a real difference. In this episode, host Jennifer Glass sits down with her close friend and esteemed community leader, Larry Bauer, president of the Teaneck, New Jersey Rotary Club.

    Together, they dive into what Rotary International is all about, from its global mission to eradicate polio to hands-on local impact like the beloved third grade dictionary program. You’ll discover how the organization empowers businesses to give back, the power of volunteerism, and why Rotary continues to thrive after more than a century.

    We’ll explore signature events like the Taste of Teaneck, how Rotary clubs collaborate across borders, and why joining Rotary might be the networking and community service opportunity you’ve been looking for. Whether you’re curious about giving back or seeking inspiration from those who do, this episode delivers a feel-good, informative conversation with practical ways to get involved—right in your own community.

    Tune in, get inspired, and learn how you can join the movement to create positive change.

    Want more information about Rotary? Check them out at https://www.rotary.org/.


    Want more information about the Rotary Club of Teaneck? All the info about the club is here. Get more information about the 12th Annual Taste of Teaneck event happening on April 27, 2026. If you'd like to be a vendor or donate to the Tricky Tray, please send an email to Larry Bauer at rotaryclubofteanecknj@gmail.com.


    Keywords: Rotary International, Teaneck Rotary Club, nonprofit organization, Podcasthon, polio eradication, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, volunteer opportunities, business networking, Rotary membership, club chapters, Interact Club, Rotaract Club, fundraising events, Taste of Teaneck, Tricky Tray, student exchange program, dictionary program, youth engagement, community service, administration costs, Rotary magazine, family-oriented events, chamber of commerce, local businesses, event sponsorship, donation programs, international collaboration, school partnerships, leadership roles, community impact, National Geographic, NatGeo

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    25 分
  • Breaking the Chains of Debt: Howard Polansky’s System for Financial Freedom
    2026/03/10

    Welcome to another episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business! Today, we're tackling a topic that affects nearly everyone: debt. Whether it's a mortgage, student loans, or simply living beyond your means, debt can feel overwhelming and confusing. But is all debt created equal? And more importantly, how can you get out of it without sacrificing your sanity or lifestyle?


    Our guest, Dr. Howard Polansky, shares his remarkable journey from dentistry to financial coaching. After a life-changing experience with his son’s health, Howard Polansky discovered a powerful financial system to help families and business owners break free from debt, and he’s here to share his story and strategies. Together with host Jennifer Glass, Howard will reveal surprisingly simple tools, unconventional wisdom, and practical steps to help you take control of your financial destiny.


    Get ready to shift your perspective on money, find out why payments matter more than interest rates, and learn how financial flexibility can open doors to your dreams. If you’ve ever wondered how to escape the cycle of debt, this episode is for you.


    Please make sure you talk with your own advisor before making any decisions related to your particular situation - the information provided in this episode is for informational purposes alone and should not be relied upon to provide direct financial, accounting, or legal advice.


    About my guest: Dr. Howard Polansky started his career as a dentist, but now helps families and business owners with a simple financial system so they can dramatically reduce their debt payments on items like mortgages, business loans, car payments, student loans, and even credit card bills. By managing these payments effectively, you maintain your lifestyle, keep more money each month, and achieve your dreams faster.

    Connect with Howard on Facebook, LinkedIn, and on the web at http://www.financiallyled.com, and don't forget to check out Howard's quiz at https://leakingcash.scoreapp.com/


    Keywords: debt, mortgage, student loans, car payments, good debt, bad debt, credit cards, financial system, cash flow, business loans, line of credit, refinancing, interest rates, payments, home equity, financial freedom, financial flexibility, dentistry, emergency expenses, financial resilience, cash reserves, investment, personal finance, business finance, catastrophic events, debt reduction, lifestyle maintenance, financial planning, financial coaching, success definition

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    34 分