The 2020 season for Don't Fear Grit was incredible.  Our show has risen to be one of the top podcasts in the world and was even nominated as the #1 Podcast on Long Island.  Don't Fear Grit was listened to in 28 countries, featured 29 guest interviews and 43 total episodes.

First, thank you to our loyal listeners.  We truly have the best community.  I love every single person that gave me even just a moment to listen to our show.  We care deeply for humans, their journey and inspiring them to do great things.

Here's the famous Top 10 Episodes of 2020...

10 - Episode 1: Welcome To Don't Fear Grit - Who is Rob Taormina and why read the book "The World Is Flat"
9- Episode 18: One of the Smartest Car Dealership Managers In The Country, Jason Godsmark, Opens Up About His Secrets And The Future Of The Automotive Industry.
8- Episode 11: What Is Perception Marketing and Why All Entrepreneurs Need To Be Less Sensitive And More Realistic.
7- Episode 14: Buying & Running A Food Franchise On Long Island w/ Pita Pit Owner Krista Marie
6- Episode 17: Most Expensive Homes In The World Sold By Long Island Agents w/ Stephanie Lupo-Musmacker

TOP 5...
5- Episode 23: Noha Elfar, Occupational Therapist Female Entrepreneur, Shares Secrets To A Successful Business On Long Island
4- Episode 7: The Secret To Multitasking & Building A Successful Insurance Agency w/ special guest Jennifer O'Brien
3- Episode 24: Medical Spa & Salon Owner Reveals The Secret Med Spa Services Celebrities Are Using And Truth About Launching A Long Island Business
2- Episode 8:

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In Part 2 of STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS we sat down with Stephanie Lupo & Mike Vassallo.   They open up about their amazing strategic partnership and how it helped their businesses grow.

Want to learn the secret to forming and managing a strategic partnership?  Check out this episode.

-How and when did Stephanie Lupo & Mike Vassallo meet?
-Can you benefit from a strategic partnership even through a pandemic?
-How can people in the real estate industry partner?
-How can investors enter the market and take advantage of the real estate market?
-Is it better to be a renter or owner?
-Mortgage secrets
-How do you define the word grit?

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Veronica Mannarino is a 17 year veteran at Douglas Elliman in Smithtown, NY.  She answers some of the most popular questions homeowners are asking.   She also addresses important techniques all real estate agents need to learn in order to be successful.

Do you want to learn how to become a successful real estate agent?    Do you want to learn the best areas to buy a home on Long Island?   Check out this episode.

-What is the secret to working with one real estate office for so long?

-What is special about Smithtown, NY on Long Island?
-Available real estate on the north shore of Long Island?
-Will the local restaurant community factor in the value of homes in a town?
-How does someone get involved with real estate on Long Island?
-Do you need to be certified to become a real estate agent?
-How has technology helped being a real estate agent in 2020?
-Can you sell a house virtually?
-How do you sell a house virtually?
-Whats your favorite book?

Learn more about the real estate office Veronica Mannarino works at - https://www.facebook.com/DouglasEllimanSmithtown

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Nailing Your Expectations owner, Shannon, reveals the latest home renovation trends of 2020, challenges of running a contracting business on Long Island and some great tips for business management.

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In this episode we sat down with Jennifer O'Brien, a successful insurance agency owner from Smithtown, NY who is the queen of multitasking.

4:55 - How many families does her agency insure?

6:30 - Building her agency through relationships

11:10 - How does a sale work?  Secret formula to making the sale

18:00 - Why the right insurance is best for your family

18:35 - Increase your SUM on your insurance policy.

32:00 - Hear why she is passionate about being an insurance agency owner.

39:00 - What was the one moment that confirms you made the right decision to open an insurance agency?

42:02 - What do your customers say about your brand?

42:32 - Would anyone say they love your brand?


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