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Radio Show Recap: Molly Barker Tells Us All About Girls on the Run. And Valerie Orsoni Talks About Le BootCamp

May 14, 2010 by angishields

The most entertaining weight loss and fitness podcast show on radio.” Please click PLAY to listen to the latest Dr. Fitness and the Fat Guy radio show podcast broadcasting live each week from the Business RadioX studio in Atlanta, GA, USA.

We are now a Featured podcast on Health, Diet and Nutrition on both iTunes and Zune

To download the show on iTunes please click on this link

To download the show on your Zune please click this link

Be sure to check out our new Facebook Fan Page that blogger, web genius and Fitness Journalist Karla Walsh is helping us with. She is running contests and all kinds of fun stuff for us. We really appreciate all that she is doing and want to make sure she gets the recognition she deserves. And be sure to check out the SobeFit magazine with a special feature on Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy

On today’s show Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy opened with Molly Barker, founder of Girls on the Run. This great group has helped tens of thousands of girls and women to know and feel their worth. Molly has developed a 12 week program that is easy to be implemented in elementary, middle and high schools that culminates with a 5k run. They are running these programs in 160 cities right now and are looking to expand. So if you would like to learn more or get involved please go to www.girlsontherun.org

We closed the show with Valerie Orsoni, founder of Le BootCamp and MyPrivateCoach. Le BootCamp has been sweeping through France and the rest of Europe and is now making its mark in the U.S. Valerie explained how she has helped hundreds of thousands of women who live around the world lose weight and get in great shape. Her program helps women unlock their inner potential in the areas of business, life, relationships and weight loss. To learn more please go to www.lebootcamp.com and for a limited time mention drfitness when you order and get half off the membership price.

Remember, you can find a tip a day at our new website www.wellnessminutes.com or on iTunes here.

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Radio Show Recap: Molly Barker Tells Us All About Girls on the Run. And Valeri Orsoni Talks About Le BootCamp

May 14, 2010 by angishields

We are now a Featured podcast on Health, Diet and Nutrition on both iTunes and Zune

To download the show on iTunes please click on this link

To download the show on your Zune please click this link

Be sure to check out our new Facebook Fan Pagethat blogger, web genius and Fitness Journalist Karla Walsh is helping us with. She is running contests and all kinds of fun stuff for us. We really appreciate all that she is doing and want to make sure she gets the recognition she deserves. And be sure to check out the SobeFit magazine with a special feature on Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy

We closed the show with Valeri Orsoni, founder of Le BootCamp and MyPrivateCoach. Le BootCamp has been sweeping through France and the rest of Europe and is now making its mark in the U.S. Valeri explained how she has helped hundreds of thousands of women who live around the world lose weight and get in great shape. Her program helps women unlock their inner potential in the areas of business, life, relationships and weight loss. To learn more please go to www.lebootcamp.com and for a limited time mention drfitness when you order and get half off the membership price.

Remember, you can find a tip a day at our new website www.wellnessminutes.com or on iTunes here.

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Recap: Maxine Burton of burton + BURTON™ – A Total Family Approach to Building a Successful Business

May 13, 2010 by angishields

Sunset Family Business Radio

Recap: Maxine Burton of burton + BURTON™ - A Total Family Approach to Building a Successful Business

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On Thursday, May 13th, hosts Meredith Moore and Pat Romboletti were honored to welcome Maxine Burton, president and founder of burton + BURTON™, a family-owned and -operated business since 1982 based in Bogart, Georgia that is one of the largest suppliers of balloons and coordinating gift products in the world. With husband Bob serving as CEO and with son and daughter working in the business, Maxine’s company offers more than 15,000 products including latex and foil balloons, ribbon, floral supplies, plush ceramics and baskets.

burton + BURTON™ is imbued with family. It is the essential characteristic of its corporate culture. “The business is important because it supports us, but family is the main thing,” said Maxine. Very early, she realized that since her customers were mostly family-owned businesses, they liked knowing her family. So her children often traveled to gift shows with her and Bob. Now her two grandchildren do. The children greet customers at parties and hand out cookies to them. Their pictures appear in catalogues and they inspire product design. And not to be out-done by the younger generations, her mother still works at the company—arriving every morning at 6:00!

This total family approach permeates the relationship with employees. “I want to know all my employees and their families,” Maxine said. “We like to say that we work hard and play hard.” She is a big proponent of in-house wellness programs, like high-blood pressure checks and mammograms. burton + BURTON™ also has had an in-house beauty salon since 1987. “It’s important for our employees to feel beautiful. They’re on the front lines—the clients are not only talking to me. Besides, any company can have a product. Our people are actually the number one thing we’re selling,” she said.

Because of Maxine’s collegiate background preparing to be a teacher, she is a big believer in education, even to the point of developing a Balloon University held each July at the Atlanta, Dallas and Chicago gift markets. “It’s where we educate our customers on how to use our products. We also hold business and design classes. It makes sense to us because we need our clients to be profitable. I see it as a big circle,” Maxine explained.

During the current recession, burton + BURTON™ had to make changes, like every other business. “We had to do more with less,” she said. “But we do see the recession coming to an end. We had tremendous January shows, especially compared to last year.” One tactic Maxine pursued throughout the downturn, though, was to continue to develop new products. “Our customers want to see what’s new, regardless of the economic climate,” she said.

There is so much more to the story—from philanthropy to the story of how Maxine and her company dedicate themselves to continuously designing new and exciting products. So please download the hour-long discussion. We are certain Maxine’s enthusiasm for her business, her family, her employees and her customers and her commitment to her community will inspire you.

Maxine Burton, President and Founder, burton + BURTON™, 325 Cleveland Rd., Bogart, GA 706-548-1588

Get Outside Today

May 13, 2010 by angishields

Dr. Fitness & the Fat Guy

Get Outside Today

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In today’s Wellness Minute Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy share some great reasons to get outside and do more activities outdoors. When the weather gets nice it is so important to get outside and play. You get health benefits from the Vitamin D through sunlight. And you get a mood boost in just 5 minutes. This could be from the smells of nature, the warmth, and the light that help make you feel better. Listen right now to hear Dr Fitness’ tips. Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy’s Wellness Minutes improve your health in 3 minutes a day or less. iTunes Follow us on Twitter @FatGuy and @DrFitness6

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Eugeria! Radio Talks with Caroline Griswold and Chuck and Dara McMillan

May 13, 2010 by angishields

Eugeria

Eugeria! Radio Talks with Caroline Griswold and Chuck and Dara McMillan

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Caroline Griswold grew up wanting to make a difference in peoples’ lives. A Gwinnett County resident since the age of six, Caroline received her Associates Degree in Behavioral Science from Georgia Military College, then went on to University of Georgia to get her Bachelors Degree in Social Work. Caroline observed social workers making a huge difference when her grandmother struggled with cancer at an early age, and it made a lasting impact on her. Today, Caroline is a Social Worker at Gwinnett Medical Center’s Center for Neurosciences. She loves her work there because she has the opportunity and the encouragement to put patients and families first! Caroline can be reached at (678) 312-066, or via email at cgriswold@gwinnettmedicalcenter.org.

Chuck and Dara McMillian are the owners of a unique company called My Accessable Home. Though there are a few other companies in the Atlanta area that specialize in renovations for seniors and disabled adults, their business is unique in that they bring a wholistic approach to the process. This is due, in large part, to Dara’s background in social work. Dara grew up in a family of health care professionals. She received her Masters in Social Work from Boston University, and spent more than a decade as a social worker and a geriatric care coordinator. Dara moved to the Atlanta are in 1996. Chuck McMillan, on the other hand, grew up in Sandy Springs. He has spent most of his career in the remodeling business. Blending the talents of the two McMillans has resulted in an incredible benefit to their clients as they truly understand both the physical and social needs of their clients and what will be needed to make their home safe to live in as they age. Chuck and Dara can be reached at (770) 715-5242. Visit them on the web at www.myaccessablehome.com.

Healthier Pasta and Sausage Recipe

May 12, 2010 by angishields

Dr. Fitness & the Fat Guy

Healthier Pasta and Sausage Recipe

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In today’s Wellness Minute Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy share a great healthy version of the classic pasta and sausage recipe. Using a soy sausage as a substitute can save you calories and fat grams. Also try Barilla pasta as a healthier pasta choice. And try making your own sauce – that way you can put in all your favorite vegetables and season it to your taste – not Paul Newman’s. And a great resource for discovering the best tasting soy sausage swaps or best tasting low calorie pasta check out our good friend Lisa Lillien at www.hungry-girl.com. Listen right now to hear Dr Fitness’ tips. Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy’s Wellness Minutes improve your health in 3 minutes a day or less. iTunes Follow us on Twitter @FatGuy and @DrFitness6

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Business Advisor Elizabeth Gordon interviews Amber Oâ€™Neal, Owner, CafÃ© Physique Fitness & Nutrition & Jacqui Rosshandler founder of Jacquean Products & creator of Eat Whatever on the Chic Perspectives Show

May 12, 2010 by angishields

Chic Perspectives

Business Advisor Elizabeth Gordon interviews Amber Oâ€™Neal, Owner, CafÃ© Physique Fitness & Nutrition & Jacqui Rosshandler founder of Jacquean Products & creator of Eat Whatever on the Chic Perspectives Show

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Elizabeth Gordon & Amber O'Neal

My first guest in the studio with me was Amber Oâ€™Neal.Â Amber is a certified personal trainer & nutrition expert, and the owner of CafÃ© Physique, an Atlanta-based fitness & nutrition business. CafÃ© Physique specializes in mobile personal training, yoga, pilates and nutrition programs designed to meet the healthy lifestyle needs of clients in the privacy and convenience of their homes. With over 8 years of experience, Amber is well-respected by her peers in the health and wellness community.

In addition to speaking to audiences across the nation, she is a freelance fitness and nutrition writer and media expert who has been featured in numerous publications including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Marie Claire, and Heart & Soul. Her television appearances include CBS, NBC and FOX affiliates as well as the NBC Nightly News.

Amber talked about how she started CafÃ© Physique, why she decided to pursue a mobile service model and what the benefits have been and what they do.

She also talked aboutÂ the biggest challenge with the model and well as her biggest challenge as an entrepreneur.

Amber recently launched AmberONeal.com as a personal branding website that promotes her speaking, writing, and one-on-one weight loss coaching services.Â She talked about what led her to that decision to separate her personal brand from the main business.

CafÃ© Physique â€“ Who we are and what we do Amber shared tips and success secrets for what she calls â€œSide-launchingâ€ and talked about how to do so with success.Â She encourages would be entrepreneurs to build a business on the side before leaving the steady income of their day jobs.

She also talked about the necessity of changing your personal lifestyle in order to survive of lower salary when launching a business, the benefits of running a mobile business (bringing the services to the client) – and how to make this challenge to opportunity leap of thinking.

We also discussed Who you are vs. What you do:Â When it is better to separate or combine business and personal brands…and how to create a personality (personal branding) apart from your company.

Find out more about Amber Oâ€™Neal and

www.CafePhysique.com and www.AmberONeal.com

Twitter: CafePhysique

Twitter: Amber_ONeal

My next fabulous guest was Jacqui Rosshandler, owner of Jacquean Products, LLC

and creator of Eat Whatever www.eat-whatever.com

Jacqui talked about her product, how she came up with the idea and how she went from concept to actual product.Â She talked about the science behind how it works and why and how she recognized this unique niche in the marketplace.

Jacqui talked about how she has marketed Eat Whatever, and how sheâ€™s been able to land some pretty great media coverage.

We talked about where Eat Whatever is currently available www.eat-whatever.com

and whatâ€™s next.

Jacqui revealed what the biggest challenge has been and her biggest surprise about being a business owner as well as her own personal growth in the process of building her company.

After 2 years in a business up against multi-national companies she has learned what works, what doesn’t and how to maintain your motivation (and sanity) working for yourself in a market you have little experience in.Â Check out Eat Whatever @ www.eat-whatever.com

You can also find Jacqui here at – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nu6xWvpFzSY

Thanks so much to my awesome guests for sharing your inspiring stories.

Until next time… wishing you all Chic Success,

Elizabeth

Green Tea and Your Blood Pressure

May 11, 2010 by angishields

Dr. Fitness & the Fat Guy

Green Tea and Your Blood Pressure

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In today’s Wellness Minute Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy explain how green tea effects your blood pressure. Studies keep coming out showing that drinking green tea does lower blood pressure. In this new one the placebo group had no change in BP while the green tea group had their lower BP. Listen right now to hear Dr Fitness’ tips. Dr Fitness and the Fat Guy’s Wellness Minutes improve your health in 3 minutes a day or less. iTunes Follow us on Twitter @FatGuy and @DrFitness6

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Donnie Davis Shares Solutions to Common Business Problems

May 11, 2010 by angishields

The Launch Hour

Donnie Davis Shares Solutions to Common Business Problems

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Sooner or later, a business runs into problems: taxes, cash-flow, lack of organization, etc. Listen as Donnie Davis, CEO of Diversified Management Group Worldwide, Inc. explains how his firm uses S.T.E.A.M. to bring peace of mind to business owners (Structure, Timing, Efficiency, Accuracy, Maintenance).

DMG is a full service Accounting & Business Management Firm specializing in small, mid-sized companies and start-ups. Donnie’s creditials include 15 years of experience in Accounting & Management, member of American Institute of Certified Public Accounts (AICPA), Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants (GSCPA) and the National Association for Black Accountants (NABA).