CY6 - Check Your Six Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:46:40 -0500 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1027078 en-us © 2026 CY6 - Check Your Six yes b56beab0-6f82-574b-8e6c-c44ae97890e2 Tim Proctor episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) business, veterans, business support, business management, marketing, IT support, financial Tim Proctor https://storage.buzzsprout.com/hkebih6sp8iirhsnk3r8wv61rfuw?.jpg CY6 - Check Your Six https://www.buzzsprout.com/1027078 Episode 172: Jason Quint - EOS Implementer - "It's EOS, Not ELO" Episode 172: Jason Quint - EOS Implementer - "It's EOS, Not ELO" Jason Quint stopped GRP Studios for Episode 172 of the Check Your Six Podcast talking about EOS. Jason had been on the podcast several years ago but today he returned to talk about how EOS Worldwide helps businesses grow, scale and really develop and optimize their operation system. We talked about how EOS works, who it works best for, which is just about any business, some of the concerns a business owner might have about the program among other things. Also the need for the business owner to allow the program to work and to buy in to what it is trying to do in your business operations. Jason calls himself a business coach, not a business consultant, so it is more about coaching and developing rather than just coming in, making some recommendations and getting paid. They have been doing this for quite a while and have thousands of examples and success stories of the goals that are set are not only met but often exceeded! You can find out more about what Jason does as an EOS influencer at his website, https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/jason-quint/

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]]> Jason Quint stopped GRP Studios for Episode 172 of the Check Your Six Podcast talking about EOS. Jason had been on the podcast several years ago but today he returned to talk about how EOS Worldwide helps businesses grow, scale and really develop and optimize their operation system. We talked about how EOS works, who it works best for, which is just about any business, some of the concerns a business owner might have about the program among other things. Also the need for the business owner to allow the program to work and to buy in to what it is trying to do in your business operations. Jason calls himself a business coach, not a business consultant, so it is more about coaching and developing rather than just coming in, making some recommendations and getting paid. They have been doing this for quite a while and have thousands of examples and success stories of the goals that are set are not only met but often exceeded! You can find out more about what Jason does as an EOS influencer at his website, https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/jason-quint/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-18565633 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500 2204 6 172 full false Episode 171 - Mitch Vazquez - Rugged Mountain Outfitters - "The Mountains Are Calling" Episode 171 - Mitch Vazquez - Rugged Mountain Outfitters - "The Mountains Are Calling" On Episode 171 of the Check Your Six podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of talking with 20 year veteran Mitch Vazquez from Southern Colorado about his business Rugged Mountain Outfitters and more importantly his non-profit, Heroes Harvest. Always love talking with fellow veterans, especially those that are doing work like Mitch and helping those veterans that are having issues and struggles, cope with their circumstances. We talked about the conversation he had with a fellow service member before he retired that basically called him out on being a father and husband. That led to a 30+ day walk about in the mountains that changed the trajectory of his life and his family. What they do at Heroes Harviest is not sit with a bunch of others veterans in a meeting talking about your issues, it is getting out and facing those challenges in the wilderness. I did ask if Air Force veterans would be able to handles something like this with no room service or comfortable beds but he seems to think maybe they could handle it! He shared a story of a vet that was ready to become a "22 Per Day Statistic" when he received the call from Heroes Harvest that he had been accepted to the program and passed along some great advice...don't let the last 20 years of service define what you are going to do for the next 20 years. You can find out more at https://www.heroesharvests.org/

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]]> On Episode 171 of the Check Your Six podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of talking with 20 year veteran Mitch Vazquez from Southern Colorado about his business Rugged Mountain Outfitters and more importantly his non-profit, Heroes Harvest. Always love talking with fellow veterans, especially those that are doing work like Mitch and helping those veterans that are having issues and struggles, cope with their circumstances. We talked about the conversation he had with a fellow service member before he retired that basically called him out on being a father and husband. That led to a 30+ day walk about in the mountains that changed the trajectory of his life and his family. What they do at Heroes Harviest is not sit with a bunch of others veterans in a meeting talking about your issues, it is getting out and facing those challenges in the wilderness. I did ask if Air Force veterans would be able to handles something like this with no room service or comfortable beds but he seems to think maybe they could handle it! He shared a story of a vet that was ready to become a "22 Per Day Statistic" when he received the call from Heroes Harvest that he had been accepted to the program and passed along some great advice...don't let the last 20 years of service define what you are going to do for the next 20 years. You can find out more at https://www.heroesharvests.org/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-18428002 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 2072 6 171 full false Episode 170 - Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "Being Very Proficient Part IV Episode 170 - Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "Being Very Proficient Part IV Adrian was back for his last episode on the Check Your Six podcast and giving some insight into the why behind his business, Proficiency Background Service. Community is a huge part of Adrian's why, partially from his upbringing and The Affinity Program that he initiated at the Seminole Chamber, with the help of Rebecca Arthur, is juste one proof of that. They providing support from a financial and or services standpoint for non-profits from the proceeds of their screening services. He talked about his time with Leadership Orlando and the information that is provided in so many areas that we are just not aware of. His time with Up Orlando and his chance to give back to help in what they are doing, our connection with Sean Esler and what he does in the community, just so many reason to love what this man does and how he gives back. Can't wait to see what happens in the rest of 2026 and his business!!


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]]> Adrian was back for his last episode on the Check Your Six podcast and giving some insight into the why behind his business, Proficiency Background Service. Community is a huge part of Adrian's why, partially from his upbringing and The Affinity Program that he initiated at the Seminole Chamber, with the help of Rebecca Arthur, is juste one proof of that. They providing support from a financial and or services standpoint for non-profits from the proceeds of their screening services. He talked about his time with Leadership Orlando and the information that is provided in so many areas that we are just not aware of. His time with Up Orlando and his chance to give back to help in what they are doing, our connection with Sean Esler and what he does in the community, just so many reason to love what this man does and how he gives back. Can't wait to see what happens in the rest of 2026 and his business!!


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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-18426830 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 894 6 170 full true Episode 169 - Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "Being Very Proficient - Part III" Episode 169 - Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "Being Very Proficient - Part III" The 3rd in a short series with Adrian Thacker with Proficiency Background Services brought him back in to GRP Studios to talk about the levels of background checks that they complete. What a Level 1, Level 2 checks and beyond consist of and how certain industries use those types of checks. Talked about the Healthcare industry either in the facilities themselves or in the schools/training centers that may require different checks at different times for compliance. Clear to Care is one of the background check services that allow for longer times between background checks as opposed to nearly yearly check being done. Also talked about the trucking industry and some of the challenges with the current news of drivers that are not even citizens and are not being subject to those checks, We also talked about some of here industries that they are not in, including what we do as part of the film or broadcast media as well as the banking industry which has it own set of compliance for banking as well as  the securities and exchange industry. Always enjoy having him in the studio and get to do it one more time on the next episode!!

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]]> The 3rd in a short series with Adrian Thacker with Proficiency Background Services brought him back in to GRP Studios to talk about the levels of background checks that they complete. What a Level 1, Level 2 checks and beyond consist of and how certain industries use those types of checks. Talked about the Healthcare industry either in the facilities themselves or in the schools/training centers that may require different checks at different times for compliance. Clear to Care is one of the background check services that allow for longer times between background checks as opposed to nearly yearly check being done. Also talked about the trucking industry and some of the challenges with the current news of drivers that are not even citizens and are not being subject to those checks, We also talked about some of here industries that they are not in, including what we do as part of the film or broadcast media as well as the banking industry which has it own set of compliance for banking as well as  the securities and exchange industry. Always enjoy having him in the studio and get to do it one more time on the next episode!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-18426123 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0500 943 6 169 full false Episode 168 - Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "Being Very Proficient Part II" Episode 168 - Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "Being Very Proficient Part II" Part II of Adrian Thacker and Proficiency Backgrounds is on the schedule today, a little late in the drop zone because of the schedule for GRP Studios, but it is finally up and running. Adrian talked a little bit deeper on what they do, moving from just a screening/background checks to a whole back end support for businesses to make sure they are only paying for what they need and being totally compliant in whatever industry they operate in. We talked about how some companies only care about the money they are making and not the impact they are making on the community and how Proficiency Backgrounds can perhaps change that narrative. Also the impact of AI was discussed and how cost "savings" with AI are not always being seen by the consumer as well as the loss of customer service and a disconnect with the community that the business serves!! You can find out more about what they do at  https://proficiencybackground.com/about/

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]]> Part II of Adrian Thacker and Proficiency Backgrounds is on the schedule today, a little late in the drop zone because of the schedule for GRP Studios, but it is finally up and running. Adrian talked a little bit deeper on what they do, moving from just a screening/background checks to a whole back end support for businesses to make sure they are only paying for what they need and being totally compliant in whatever industry they operate in. We talked about how some companies only care about the money they are making and not the impact they are making on the community and how Proficiency Backgrounds can perhaps change that narrative. Also the impact of AI was discussed and how cost "savings" with AI are not always being seen by the consumer as well as the loss of customer service and a disconnect with the community that the business serves!! You can find out more about what they do at  https://proficiencybackground.com/about/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-18407045 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0500 982 6 168 full false Episode 167: Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "Being Very Proficient Part 1" Episode 167: Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "Being Very Proficient Part 1" Episode 167 of the Check Your Six podcast brought a great guest back into GRP Studios, Adrian Thacker of Proficiency Background Services. This is Part 1 of 4 where we start start to build on creating a podcast for Adrian about his industry. It has been a little over 4 years since he was in the first time and things have changed quite a bit for him, his business and the industry. We talked about why he decided to move into the arena and not the engineering that he loved, but an experience that he had in an employment process really changed the course of his life. He determined that what he went through is a struggle that more people that we realize face and especially those from lower income backgrounds, may not have the ability to fight. I thoroughly enjoyed having Adrian in the studio for these sessions and I can't wait to hear what he has coming in 2026. You can find out more about him on his website, https://proficiencybackground.com/, this isn't your daddy's old style background checks, this is cutting edge. 

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]]> Episode 167 of the Check Your Six podcast brought a great guest back into GRP Studios, Adrian Thacker of Proficiency Background Services. This is Part 1 of 4 where we start start to build on creating a podcast for Adrian about his industry. It has been a little over 4 years since he was in the first time and things have changed quite a bit for him, his business and the industry. We talked about why he decided to move into the arena and not the engineering that he loved, but an experience that he had in an employment process really changed the course of his life. He determined that what he went through is a struggle that more people that we realize face and especially those from lower income backgrounds, may not have the ability to fight. I thoroughly enjoyed having Adrian in the studio for these sessions and I can't wait to hear what he has coming in 2026. You can find out more about him on his website, https://proficiencybackground.com/, this isn't your daddy's old style background checks, this is cutting edge. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-18240737 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1107 6 167 full false Episode 166: Staci Talley - StaciTalley.com - "Talley Up The Score" Episode 166: Staci Talley - StaciTalley.com - "Talley Up The Score" Long time friend Staci Talley stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 166 of the Check Your Six Podcast. Staci and I met probably close to 15 years ago or more when we were both involved with Marty Jean-Louis and the My Christian Films studio here in Orlando. We have watched her go from someone that was looking to pursue an acting career to a producer for national accounts working with ad agencies. Her decision to be a part of a Jordan Brady workshop/seminar helped her begin to understand what is available and to not be afraid of stepping out into the unknown. We talked about her realizing that we can't do everything, get a good accountant if you want to start your business and NETWORKING, NETWORKING, NETWORKING, especially when you are trying to get into this industry. Also talked a lot about her work with WIFT Florida, her involvement now as VP of the Florida WIFT and the value there is in being a part of that group as well as the Film Florida and your local film commissions throughout Florida. Always a great time when we can meet and every once in a while actually call on her to help with projects!!

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]]> Long time friend Staci Talley stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 166 of the Check Your Six Podcast. Staci and I met probably close to 15 years ago or more when we were both involved with Marty Jean-Louis and the My Christian Films studio here in Orlando. We have watched her go from someone that was looking to pursue an acting career to a producer for national accounts working with ad agencies. Her decision to be a part of a Jordan Brady workshop/seminar helped her begin to understand what is available and to not be afraid of stepping out into the unknown. We talked about her realizing that we can't do everything, get a good accountant if you want to start your business and NETWORKING, NETWORKING, NETWORKING, especially when you are trying to get into this industry. Also talked a lot about her work with WIFT Florida, her involvement now as VP of the Florida WIFT and the value there is in being a part of that group as well as the Film Florida and your local film commissions throughout Florida. Always a great time when we can meet and every once in a while actually call on her to help with projects!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-18105502 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2586 6 166 full false Episode 165: Tim Proctor - "Life, Death & Charlie Kirk" Episode 165: Tim Proctor - "Life, Death & Charlie Kirk" Episode 165 is somewhat different from first 164 episode that I have done and it comes after a bit of a hiatus. We have been pretty busy and had some issues with the A/C unit in the recording studio but thanks to Shaw Air, they wrangled the problem and got us back up and running. This episode actually focuses on something that I have not talked about much at all on the podcast, that is my faith and being a Christ follower in the wake of Charlie Kirks death. It has made me realize that I have not lived the faith that I have proclaimed for so long and have not been vocal about my hope of eternity in Christ. The political climate seems to have created the inability of people to have differences of opinion/belief/view without becoming offended and the the circumstances around Charlies death are proof of that. I know some will be offended at the topic but as I say in the podcast, you have to choose to be offended. Not trying to hammer anyone over the head, just saying what I believe and not concerned anymore with the results of speaking truth. 

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]]> Episode 165 is somewhat different from first 164 episode that I have done and it comes after a bit of a hiatus. We have been pretty busy and had some issues with the A/C unit in the recording studio but thanks to Shaw Air, they wrangled the problem and got us back up and running. This episode actually focuses on something that I have not talked about much at all on the podcast, that is my faith and being a Christ follower in the wake of Charlie Kirks death. It has made me realize that I have not lived the faith that I have proclaimed for so long and have not been vocal about my hope of eternity in Christ. The political climate seems to have created the inability of people to have differences of opinion/belief/view without becoming offended and the the circumstances around Charlies death are proof of that. I know some will be offended at the topic but as I say in the podcast, you have to choose to be offended. Not trying to hammer anyone over the head, just saying what I believe and not concerned anymore with the results of speaking truth. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-18059774 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 1575 6 165 full false Episode 164: Tony Boni/Sean Esler - Be The Change Today Foundation - "Just Be The Change" Episode 164: Tony Boni/Sean Esler - Be The Change Today Foundation - "Just Be The Change" Tony Boni and Sean Esler stopped by the GRP Studios with some Seminole County H.S Interns that are working with them and the Be The Change Today Foundation. Tony and Sean have both been on the podcast before in different capacities but today was all about Be The Change Today Foundation and what they are doing to change our community. It started with poker tournaments that raised money for specific charities, which was tremendously successful but the direction has evolved and developed to include future pickleball tournaments, domino tournaments and other options to raise money for charities that can't always do it themselves. A lot of help came from the AFP - Association of Fundraising Professionals but we also talked about how they are adapting the original idea into a much larger scale for putting the "Fun" back in FUNdraising. Talked about charity marketing, the Seminole County Schools Intern Program, how the donation dollars are used and what the BTCTF operational costs are, how charities will be vetted that will be receiving the donations and some other topics that help tell their story. Looking forward to what they will be doing going forward and how much of an impact they can make! You can find out more about them here at https://bethechangetodayfoundation.org/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMDSKBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwdFZ3aUdUd1ROc0pOOUp0AR7MqJ_RYyuWUg8NrsGLX3TZk3iLysUw9btdUfa2lDRVC5xgXLzJOs3Exhnx_Q_aem_g0vCym5iM6DENcD_dslszA

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]]> Tony Boni and Sean Esler stopped by the GRP Studios with some Seminole County H.S Interns that are working with them and the Be The Change Today Foundation. Tony and Sean have both been on the podcast before in different capacities but today was all about Be The Change Today Foundation and what they are doing to change our community. It started with poker tournaments that raised money for specific charities, which was tremendously successful but the direction has evolved and developed to include future pickleball tournaments, domino tournaments and other options to raise money for charities that can't always do it themselves. A lot of help came from the AFP - Association of Fundraising Professionals but we also talked about how they are adapting the original idea into a much larger scale for putting the "Fun" back in FUNdraising. Talked about charity marketing, the Seminole County Schools Intern Program, how the donation dollars are used and what the BTCTF operational costs are, how charities will be vetted that will be receiving the donations and some other topics that help tell their story. Looking forward to what they will be doing going forward and how much of an impact they can make! You can find out more about them here at https://bethechangetodayfoundation.org/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMDSKBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwdFZ3aUdUd1ROc0pOOUp0AR7MqJ_RYyuWUg8NrsGLX3TZk3iLysUw9btdUfa2lDRVC5xgXLzJOs3Exhnx_Q_aem_g0vCym5iM6DENcD_dslszA

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-17638893 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400 2160 6 164 full false Episode 163: Jake Dyal - Certus Core - "Analyze This Data" Episode 163: Jake Dyal - Certus Core - "Analyze This Data" Data and Analytics were the topic of discussion on Episode 163 of the Check Your Six podcast. Army veteran Jake Dyal with Certus Core based in Tampa, dialed in to talk about what it is that they do and how they are handling the challenges in collecting and analyzing data for clients, especially in the military and national security arena. Jake's time in the Army provided him with the education and experience that led him to pursuing his career in the private sector in collecting and analyzing data for a myriad of sources and then providing mission specific content to their clients. We talked about the changing face of war, new and emerging technologies including the use of AI, how growing and adding investors can sometimes change the perspective of a business when investors are involved. We talked about the challenges they have in this industry with hiring and the expectation of the new hires coming in and Certus Core's expectations of those new staff members. Edge computing, sensor data and the tools that are involved which continue to develop and expand at an ever increasing rate, data in defense and the potential challenges that involve ethical collection and use of that date were just a couple of other things we discusses on the episode. You can find out more about what they do at their website, https://www.certuscore.com/

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]]> Data and Analytics were the topic of discussion on Episode 163 of the Check Your Six podcast. Army veteran Jake Dyal with Certus Core based in Tampa, dialed in to talk about what it is that they do and how they are handling the challenges in collecting and analyzing data for clients, especially in the military and national security arena. Jake's time in the Army provided him with the education and experience that led him to pursuing his career in the private sector in collecting and analyzing data for a myriad of sources and then providing mission specific content to their clients. We talked about the changing face of war, new and emerging technologies including the use of AI, how growing and adding investors can sometimes change the perspective of a business when investors are involved. We talked about the challenges they have in this industry with hiring and the expectation of the new hires coming in and Certus Core's expectations of those new staff members. Edge computing, sensor data and the tools that are involved which continue to develop and expand at an ever increasing rate, data in defense and the potential challenges that involve ethical collection and use of that date were just a couple of other things we discusses on the episode. You can find out more about what they do at their website, https://www.certuscore.com/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-17552839 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 2288 6 163 full false Episode 162: Sarah Ricks - I See Rose Movement - "Protect the Roses"" Episode 162: Sarah Ricks - I See Rose Movement - "Protect the Roses"" Episode 162 of the Check Your Six podcast brought another young lady into GRP Studios, Sarah Ricks, this time talking about human trafficking, modern day slavery and some of its many layers that are all happening right here, not just in some far away land. Sarah owns Fire Drive Films, which is her creative umbrella but also operates the non-profit I See Roses Movement which will be focused on instruction, education and exposing the evil that is human trafficking. We talked about her projects, her event coming in January, her feature film, her back story about what drew her into this area and how she plans to fight against it. We have had the pleasure of working with Sarah on a couple of project and I cannot wait to be a part of what she has coming up! You can find out more about the movement at https://iseerosemovement.org/

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]]> Episode 162 of the Check Your Six podcast brought another young lady into GRP Studios, Sarah Ricks, this time talking about human trafficking, modern day slavery and some of its many layers that are all happening right here, not just in some far away land. Sarah owns Fire Drive Films, which is her creative umbrella but also operates the non-profit I See Roses Movement which will be focused on instruction, education and exposing the evil that is human trafficking. We talked about her projects, her event coming in January, her feature film, her back story about what drew her into this area and how she plans to fight against it. We have had the pleasure of working with Sarah on a couple of project and I cannot wait to be a part of what she has coming up! You can find out more about the movement at https://iseerosemovement.org/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-17498579 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 2687 6 162 full false Episode 161: Robin van Denderen - Stay With Me - "Breaking The Chains" Episode 161: Robin van Denderen - Stay With Me - "Breaking The Chains" Episode 161 of the Check Your Six podcast brought a very special guest into the GRP Studios, Robin van Denderen, the founder a non profit called Stay With Me and works with freeing those that are caught in prostitution. She was special for one, she is Dutch and was born in Amsterdam, my wife is Dutch and born in Haarlem so I had fun trying to pronounce Dutch words. She shared her story about her introduction to those involved in prostitution in the red light district that very open and legal in Amsterdam, through something that her mother explained to her about those people. She knew at a very young age that helping those caught in this lifestyle and freeing them from this life. We talked about some of the myths about prostitution, some of the challenges in developing trust and overcoming the trauma that they have endured. Her non profit Stay With Me is based here in Central Florida but her vision is much bigger than that. You can find out more about her at her website...https://www.staywithme407.com/

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]]> Episode 161 of the Check Your Six podcast brought a very special guest into the GRP Studios, Robin van Denderen, the founder a non profit called Stay With Me and works with freeing those that are caught in prostitution. She was special for one, she is Dutch and was born in Amsterdam, my wife is Dutch and born in Haarlem so I had fun trying to pronounce Dutch words. She shared her story about her introduction to those involved in prostitution in the red light district that very open and legal in Amsterdam, through something that her mother explained to her about those people. She knew at a very young age that helping those caught in this lifestyle and freeing them from this life. We talked about some of the myths about prostitution, some of the challenges in developing trust and overcoming the trauma that they have endured. Her non profit Stay With Me is based here in Central Florida but her vision is much bigger than that. You can find out more about her at her website...https://www.staywithme407.com/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-17330785 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 3277 6 161 full false Episode 160: Morris Hartley - H & H Products - "Totally Sweet" Episode 160: Morris Hartley - H & H Products - "Totally Sweet" Episode 160 brought Morris Hartley from H & H Products into the GRP Studios for his podcast which was totally sweet. We have had several podcast in a row that guests have called in so it was good to have someone in the studio!! H & H has been around since 1964 and has been through a recession(at least a couple), oil embargo, Y2K, 9-11, 2008 crash, Covid, tariffs but have weathered the storm and are growing by nearly doubling their staff in the past year. We talked about employee issues and challenges coming out of Covid, supplier challenges, trucking issues, pivoting around product shortages, the potential changes coming from the FDA on food products used in syrups and mixes. We also talked about the culture of H & H and how their faith has been the foundation on pretty much everything that they have built over the last 65 years!! You can find out more about what they do at https://hhproductscompany.com/ and if you are in need of what they provide, then give them a call.

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]]> Episode 160 brought Morris Hartley from H & H Products into the GRP Studios for his podcast which was totally sweet. We have had several podcast in a row that guests have called in so it was good to have someone in the studio!! H & H has been around since 1964 and has been through a recession(at least a couple), oil embargo, Y2K, 9-11, 2008 crash, Covid, tariffs but have weathered the storm and are growing by nearly doubling their staff in the past year. We talked about employee issues and challenges coming out of Covid, supplier challenges, trucking issues, pivoting around product shortages, the potential changes coming from the FDA on food products used in syrups and mixes. We also talked about the culture of H & H and how their faith has been the foundation on pretty much everything that they have built over the last 65 years!! You can find out more about what they do at https://hhproductscompany.com/ and if you are in need of what they provide, then give them a call.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-17330693 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2333 6 160 full false Episode 159: Katie Tamblin - The Lean Agile Dilemma - "Chunky Monkey" Episode 159: Katie Tamblin - The Lean Agile Dilemma - "Chunky Monkey" The call came from across the pond into the GRP Studios for Episode 159 of the Check Your Six podcast. Katie Tamblin, author of The Lean-Agile Dilemma and mathematical guru called in from England to talk about her book and the problems that can come from companies that have become chunky, more than 10 years old, 500+ employees and investors own at least 51% of the shares. We talked about the importance of data from existing platforms, over the importance of simply adding new software to company operations. How AI, like so many businesses, may be impacting what they do and how they approach software upgrades for companies. We talked about kids and cell phones/social media and a book called the Anxious Generation that was influential in helping her husband start a non-profit called Klickster, https://klickster.org/  to help parents navigate the issues that are coming from children having access to technology. It was great having her on and you can find out more about her at her website..https://www.katietamblin.com/

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]]> The call came from across the pond into the GRP Studios for Episode 159 of the Check Your Six podcast. Katie Tamblin, author of The Lean-Agile Dilemma and mathematical guru called in from England to talk about her book and the problems that can come from companies that have become chunky, more than 10 years old, 500+ employees and investors own at least 51% of the shares. We talked about the importance of data from existing platforms, over the importance of simply adding new software to company operations. How AI, like so many businesses, may be impacting what they do and how they approach software upgrades for companies. We talked about kids and cell phones/social media and a book called the Anxious Generation that was influential in helping her husband start a non-profit called Klickster, https://klickster.org/  to help parents navigate the issues that are coming from children having access to technology. It was great having her on and you can find out more about her at her website..https://www.katietamblin.com/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-17163136 Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 2599 6 159 full false Episode 158: Kenneth Coats - KENTECH - "Intelligent Investigations" Episode 158: Kenneth Coats - KENTECH - "Intelligent Investigations" Ken Coats phoned in from South Florida for this episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Although Ken started on a path towards being a lawyer, life sometimes changes and his interest in IT before the whole Y2K boondoggle, spawned what would be his career as an IT specialist. Currently the owner of Kentech Consulting, Inc , he has become the premier provider of background checks for companies looking to hire staff. His work and experience in Chicago growing up and where the company originated nearly 20 years ago, has given him a unique perspective on the industry. It has also fueled his passion for giving back and helping those in the inner city as a mentor with various organizations to help give them opportunities that they might not get. We talked about the younger generation being a part of the solution in regards to law enforcement and community issues instead of just complaining about it. How AI may or may not impact his business model and how it can be used to his advantage. You can find out more about him at https://www.ekentech.com/

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]]> Ken Coats phoned in from South Florida for this episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Although Ken started on a path towards being a lawyer, life sometimes changes and his interest in IT before the whole Y2K boondoggle, spawned what would be his career as an IT specialist. Currently the owner of Kentech Consulting, Inc , he has become the premier provider of background checks for companies looking to hire staff. His work and experience in Chicago growing up and where the company originated nearly 20 years ago, has given him a unique perspective on the industry. It has also fueled his passion for giving back and helping those in the inner city as a mentor with various organizations to help give them opportunities that they might not get. We talked about the younger generation being a part of the solution in regards to law enforcement and community issues instead of just complaining about it. How AI may or may not impact his business model and how it can be used to his advantage. You can find out more about him at https://www.ekentech.com/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-17154133 Mon, 19 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 2452 5 158 full false Episode 157: Austin Proctor - "Frightmares and Dust Bunnies" Episode 157: Austin Proctor - "Frightmares and Dust Bunnies" Fantastic day today when my son, Austin stopped by the studio as a guest on the Check Your Six podcast. We talked about a few things, both of the podcasts that he generates, Frightmares and All Juice, No Gin as well as the short film that he and Gabby, his wife are in the process of creating. Frightmares is at about 311 episodes at the time of this recording and covers just about all things horror from movies to books to events and everything in between. Gave a shout out to Chris Bishop and his book The Scare Zone and to one of his favorite guest on the show, Eduardo Sanchez, director of The Blair Witch Project!!. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frightmares/id1452661594?i=1000704588564  We also talked about his latest podcast, All Juice No Gin and the journey that Austin and his buddy Cramer are on with sobriety.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-juice-no-gin/id1788489711?i=1000704908771 Talked about the short comedy horror film that is coming out in the summer called Dust Bunnies and the fun and challenges they were involved with putting that together. Also had to give a shout out to The Orlando Law Group after I talked about Austin working there...he doesn't, it is The Mortgage Firm but just because they are awesome I wanted to give them a shout out!! https://www.theorlandolawgroup.com/ All in all, a great morning sitting with my son and listening to what is going on in his life. Of course the best thing is the incredible granddaughter that we have been blessed with and get to see every day during the week, CJ...good day indeed

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]]> Fantastic day today when my son, Austin stopped by the studio as a guest on the Check Your Six podcast. We talked about a few things, both of the podcasts that he generates, Frightmares and All Juice, No Gin as well as the short film that he and Gabby, his wife are in the process of creating. Frightmares is at about 311 episodes at the time of this recording and covers just about all things horror from movies to books to events and everything in between. Gave a shout out to Chris Bishop and his book The Scare Zone and to one of his favorite guest on the show, Eduardo Sanchez, director of The Blair Witch Project!!. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frightmares/id1452661594?i=1000704588564  We also talked about his latest podcast, All Juice No Gin and the journey that Austin and his buddy Cramer are on with sobriety.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-juice-no-gin/id1788489711?i=1000704908771 Talked about the short comedy horror film that is coming out in the summer called Dust Bunnies and the fun and challenges they were involved with putting that together. Also had to give a shout out to The Orlando Law Group after I talked about Austin working there...he doesn't, it is The Mortgage Firm but just because they are awesome I wanted to give them a shout out!! https://www.theorlandolawgroup.com/ All in all, a great morning sitting with my son and listening to what is going on in his life. Of course the best thing is the incredible granddaughter that we have been blessed with and get to see every day during the week, CJ...good day indeed

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-17044662 Mon, 05 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 2758 5 157 full false Episode 156: Kijuan Amey - Amey Motivation - "Here Comes The Boom" Episode 156: Kijuan Amey - Amey Motivation - "Here Comes The Boom" It was an absolute pleasure having Kijuan Amey as my guest on the Check Your Six Podcast today. Air Force veteran, business owner, author, speaker, musician and survivor of a horrific motorcycle accident back in 2017 that took his eyesight but did not take his vision. Kijuan or "Kiwi" as he likes to be addressed, called in and spent about an hour talking about his life that was on the fast track to excellence, suddenly derailed but the accident. We talked about his journey from waking up after the accident, the panic that sets in when you realize your life is forever changed. The support he received from his family, especially his Uncle Versal, the mindset that he needed to recognize the depression that was creeping in so that he would not be another veteran suicide statistic. "I am not here for you to look at me, I am here to connect with you" , "I lost my sight but I did not lose my vision", "music is me" are just some of his points that come from his book, "Don't Focus On Me- From Motorcycle Accident to Miracle". His story is amazing, his outlook is honest and refreshing and he was a blast to have on the show!!

You can check out who his is on his website, https://ameymotivation.com/

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]]> It was an absolute pleasure having Kijuan Amey as my guest on the Check Your Six Podcast today. Air Force veteran, business owner, author, speaker, musician and survivor of a horrific motorcycle accident back in 2017 that took his eyesight but did not take his vision. Kijuan or "Kiwi" as he likes to be addressed, called in and spent about an hour talking about his life that was on the fast track to excellence, suddenly derailed but the accident. We talked about his journey from waking up after the accident, the panic that sets in when you realize your life is forever changed. The support he received from his family, especially his Uncle Versal, the mindset that he needed to recognize the depression that was creeping in so that he would not be another veteran suicide statistic. "I am not here for you to look at me, I am here to connect with you" , "I lost my sight but I did not lose my vision", "music is me" are just some of his points that come from his book, "Don't Focus On Me- From Motorcycle Accident to Miracle". His story is amazing, his outlook is honest and refreshing and he was a blast to have on the show!!

You can check out who his is on his website, https://ameymotivation.com/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16962660 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 3505 5 156 full false Episode 155: Patrick Trujillo - Warrior Scholar Project ""Warrior Scholar" Episode 155: Patrick Trujillo - Warrior Scholar Project ""Warrior Scholar" Marine Veteran Patrick Trujillo, phoned in for Episode 155 of the Check Your Six podcast and talked about the Warrior Scholar Project and the impact it has made on his life. After Patrick left the Marines, he found himself, like many veterans, somewhat lost with little or no direction in his life and future. It took a kick in the backside from a former member of his squad that had gotten out of the Marine Corps and gone through the Warrior Scholar Project. Patrick talked about his reluctance in going back to school at his advanced age, at least in his mind, and the fear that he was just not college material. The Warrior Scholar Project is available to all veterans free of charge that are looking to decide if college is right for them. The only cost involved is getting yourself to one the participating schools, once you are there, it will remind you of book camp, without all of the DI or TI yelling!!! You can find out more about what they do at https://www.warrior-scholar.org/ so if you are a veteran and are looking to see if college might be an option for you, regardless of your age. check them out!!

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]]> Marine Veteran Patrick Trujillo, phoned in for Episode 155 of the Check Your Six podcast and talked about the Warrior Scholar Project and the impact it has made on his life. After Patrick left the Marines, he found himself, like many veterans, somewhat lost with little or no direction in his life and future. It took a kick in the backside from a former member of his squad that had gotten out of the Marine Corps and gone through the Warrior Scholar Project. Patrick talked about his reluctance in going back to school at his advanced age, at least in his mind, and the fear that he was just not college material. The Warrior Scholar Project is available to all veterans free of charge that are looking to decide if college is right for them. The only cost involved is getting yourself to one the participating schools, once you are there, it will remind you of book camp, without all of the DI or TI yelling!!! You can find out more about what they do at https://www.warrior-scholar.org/ so if you are a veteran and are looking to see if college might be an option for you, regardless of your age. check them out!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16918397 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 3035 5 155 full false Episode 154: Carol Nelson-Pond - No Women Allowed - "Breaking Barriers" Episode 154: Carol Nelson-Pond - No Women Allowed - "Breaking Barriers" Episode 154 of the Check Your Six podcast brought a ground breaking, barrier breaking lady into the GRP Studios that was the first female TV anchor in Central Florida, Carol Nelson-Pond. Carol was the first woman in Central Florida that broke the barrier of women in TV and radio that could interview, host and anchor just like the men that were currently in power in the industry during the 70's. She had some great stories of how she was able to break through that barrier, just a few of the hundreds of interviews that she completed including Ronald Regan, Henry Kissinger, Tom Hanks and the barriers that she is now facing being an older individual in the American healthcare system. We did not even get to the good stuff about the events at the Citrus Club, the other things that have happened during the time she has spent in Orlando but did reflect on her time spent with Rupert Holmes, you might know him as the writer/singer/composer of "Escape" better known as the "Pina Colada Song". Carol is truly groundbreaker and every single woman that sits at a news desk as a reporter or anchor can probably attribute their success in part to her. You can check out her book, No Women Allowed, Breaking Barriers at this Amazon link https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08CZZDXST

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]]> Episode 154 of the Check Your Six podcast brought a ground breaking, barrier breaking lady into the GRP Studios that was the first female TV anchor in Central Florida, Carol Nelson-Pond. Carol was the first woman in Central Florida that broke the barrier of women in TV and radio that could interview, host and anchor just like the men that were currently in power in the industry during the 70's. She had some great stories of how she was able to break through that barrier, just a few of the hundreds of interviews that she completed including Ronald Regan, Henry Kissinger, Tom Hanks and the barriers that she is now facing being an older individual in the American healthcare system. We did not even get to the good stuff about the events at the Citrus Club, the other things that have happened during the time she has spent in Orlando but did reflect on her time spent with Rupert Holmes, you might know him as the writer/singer/composer of "Escape" better known as the "Pina Colada Song". Carol is truly groundbreaker and every single woman that sits at a news desk as a reporter or anchor can probably attribute their success in part to her. You can check out her book, No Women Allowed, Breaking Barriers at this Amazon link https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08CZZDXST

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16823184 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 3687 5 154 full false Episode: 153 Van Carlson - SRA 831b Admin - "Working The 831b Plan" Episode: 153 Van Carlson - SRA 831b Admin - "Working The 831b Plan" Episode 153 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Van Carlson via the remote connection from Idaho to talk about the 831b plan for businesses. The Boise State Bronco grad talked about a program for businesses that most of us small business owners know nothing about, the 831(b) plan. An often unused tax code from the 80's that a lot of CPA or accountants do not know about or understand but could be very important in helping to mitigate risk. SRA 831b Admin is really tailored to support small and medium-sized businesses, and their plans are designed to provide a comprehensive safety net for risks that are often overlooked by traditional insurance policies. Van and his team are not just checking boxes and signing up businesses, they are really more about education and information that allows businesses to make smart decisions. You can find our more about what they do at www.831b.com so reach out and see if this is something that you need to address.

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]]> Episode 153 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Van Carlson via the remote connection from Idaho to talk about the 831b plan for businesses. The Boise State Bronco grad talked about a program for businesses that most of us small business owners know nothing about, the 831(b) plan. An often unused tax code from the 80's that a lot of CPA or accountants do not know about or understand but could be very important in helping to mitigate risk. SRA 831b Admin is really tailored to support small and medium-sized businesses, and their plans are designed to provide a comprehensive safety net for risks that are often overlooked by traditional insurance policies. Van and his team are not just checking boxes and signing up businesses, they are really more about education and information that allows businesses to make smart decisions. You can find our more about what they do at www.831b.com so reach out and see if this is something that you need to address.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16752989 Mon, 10 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2767 5 153 full false Episode 152: Amber Gaige - Far Beyond Marketing - Texas Sized Marketing" Episode 152: Amber Gaige - Far Beyond Marketing - Texas Sized Marketing" Texas sized marketing was the topic today on the 152 episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Amber Gaige, the 3rd generation entrepreneur from Texas called and talked about going beyond just marketing with her business, Far Beyond Marketing!! Besides being a best selling author, speaker, she is also laser focused on giving her clients the tools necessary for business owners to help create, maintain and showcase their brand. Her "4-C" approach to go far beyond marketing starts with Clear Copy, followed by Consistent Branding, Customer Demographics and finally Channel Management which are the 4 pillars she uses to help businesses grow and scale. Amber and her team at Far Beyond Marketing are all about you and what you want to see your business become. You can check out more about her on her website and you guessed it, https://farbeyondmarketing.com/ Check it out and see if she can do for you!!

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]]> Texas sized marketing was the topic today on the 152 episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Amber Gaige, the 3rd generation entrepreneur from Texas called and talked about going beyond just marketing with her business, Far Beyond Marketing!! Besides being a best selling author, speaker, she is also laser focused on giving her clients the tools necessary for business owners to help create, maintain and showcase their brand. Her "4-C" approach to go far beyond marketing starts with Clear Copy, followed by Consistent Branding, Customer Demographics and finally Channel Management which are the 4 pillars she uses to help businesses grow and scale. Amber and her team at Far Beyond Marketing are all about you and what you want to see your business become. You can check out more about her on her website and you guessed it, https://farbeyondmarketing.com/ Check it out and see if she can do for you!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16486707 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2078 5 152 full false Episode 151: Chris Bell - Pure Living LLC - "Stop Being So Toxic" Episode 151: Chris Bell - Pure Living LLC - "Stop Being So Toxic" Episode 151 of the Check Your Six podcast had Chris Bell stop by the GRP Studios to talk about toxic living!! A drummer and graduate from Florida A&M talked about the path that he is on to create living spaces that are free of toxic air pollutants, so we can all breathe a little easier. We talked about the influences that have shaped his life including his parents and  in-laws that have continued to support him to follow his passions. Talking about food toxins led us to the fact that we both agreed that we are fans of dark chocolate and peanut butter, even if dark chocolate is supposed to be bad for you, we're not sure if those studies are accurate. Also went down the rabbit hole of the toxicity of microwaves and what they are doing to our food. He did covered a lot of the benefits of the line of Pure Living products that include not using laundry soap and washing everything in cold water...still trying to figure that one out. Great time with Chris today, loved the shout out he gave to his wife Faith, his kids and his in-laws. You can find out more about what he does by going to www.vollara.com/pureliving03

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]]> Episode 151 of the Check Your Six podcast had Chris Bell stop by the GRP Studios to talk about toxic living!! A drummer and graduate from Florida A&M talked about the path that he is on to create living spaces that are free of toxic air pollutants, so we can all breathe a little easier. We talked about the influences that have shaped his life including his parents and  in-laws that have continued to support him to follow his passions. Talking about food toxins led us to the fact that we both agreed that we are fans of dark chocolate and peanut butter, even if dark chocolate is supposed to be bad for you, we're not sure if those studies are accurate. Also went down the rabbit hole of the toxicity of microwaves and what they are doing to our food. He did covered a lot of the benefits of the line of Pure Living products that include not using laundry soap and washing everything in cold water...still trying to figure that one out. Great time with Chris today, loved the shout out he gave to his wife Faith, his kids and his in-laws. You can find out more about what he does by going to www.vollara.com/pureliving03

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16415862 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2542 5 151 full false Episode 150: Denise Ward - Alzheimer's Association - "I Just Can't Remember" Episode 150: Denise Ward - Alzheimer's Association - "I Just Can't Remember" Episode 150 of the Check Your Six podcast talked about something pretty close to home for me, dealing with Alzheimers and dementia. My father was diagnosed back in the 70's with Alzheimers before it was as well known or researched as it has been over the last nearly 50 years. Denise Ward, the Florida Region Strategy and Program Development director for the national Alzheimer's Association, stopped by the studio to talk about the subject matter of Alzheimer's and dementia. We talked about some of the symptoms, what to look for in our own self analysis or in friends or family members when it comes to this affliction. She talked about the importance of sharing your stories and experiences, the willingness to open up about family members that are suffering with Alzheimer's and looking at clinical trials as a way to explore options for treatment. Also referenced studies that are looking at the potential for the connection with diabetes and perhaps identifying it as Diabetes 3 to help further understand how our diet may be impacting the condition as well. There are things that I can understand how to fight when it comes to conditions like cancer but Alzheimer's is different. Watching someone you have loved and admired for their strength and wisdom, be reduced to someone that is lost and perhaps angry because they can't understand what is happening is much harder. You can find out more about what the do at their website, https://www.alz.org/. There is hope, but it will take all of us to make it happen. You can also contact Denise at dlward@azl.org if you would like to contact her directly.

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]]> Episode 150 of the Check Your Six podcast talked about something pretty close to home for me, dealing with Alzheimers and dementia. My father was diagnosed back in the 70's with Alzheimers before it was as well known or researched as it has been over the last nearly 50 years. Denise Ward, the Florida Region Strategy and Program Development director for the national Alzheimer's Association, stopped by the studio to talk about the subject matter of Alzheimer's and dementia. We talked about some of the symptoms, what to look for in our own self analysis or in friends or family members when it comes to this affliction. She talked about the importance of sharing your stories and experiences, the willingness to open up about family members that are suffering with Alzheimer's and looking at clinical trials as a way to explore options for treatment. Also referenced studies that are looking at the potential for the connection with diabetes and perhaps identifying it as Diabetes 3 to help further understand how our diet may be impacting the condition as well. There are things that I can understand how to fight when it comes to conditions like cancer but Alzheimer's is different. Watching someone you have loved and admired for their strength and wisdom, be reduced to someone that is lost and perhaps angry because they can't understand what is happening is much harder. You can find out more about what the do at their website, https://www.alz.org/. There is hope, but it will take all of us to make it happen. You can also contact Denise at dlward@azl.org if you would like to contact her directly.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16483177 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2785 5 150 full false Episode 149: Shalisa Griffin - The Sharing Center - "Sharing Is Caring" Episode 149: Shalisa Griffin - The Sharing Center - "Sharing Is Caring" Shalisa Griffin, the Director of Development for The Sharing Center in Longwood stopped by GRP Studios, also in Longwood, for her time on the Check Your Six podcast. We talked about Shakira's journey from going to school for an IT career that was "sidelined" by a high school basketball coach in NJ, David Bellani, that developed her love for sports management and planning. A change of majors, some time with the NCAA in Indianapolis, the DeVoss Sports Business Program along with some time at UCF, an intern job here in Orlando that turned into full time with the Orlando Sports Commission. She really thought that her path would continue with sports management but some time off and self reflection made her realize that while she was doing "good" in bringing in events to Central Florida, she was supposed to be doing something more. That, led her to working with The Sharing Center in Longwood in helping to reshape the community with the issues of poverty and homelessness. You can find out more about what they do at https://thesharingcenter.org/ and you can reach Shalisa at shalisa.griffin@thesharingcenter.org

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]]> Shalisa Griffin, the Director of Development for The Sharing Center in Longwood stopped by GRP Studios, also in Longwood, for her time on the Check Your Six podcast. We talked about Shakira's journey from going to school for an IT career that was "sidelined" by a high school basketball coach in NJ, David Bellani, that developed her love for sports management and planning. A change of majors, some time with the NCAA in Indianapolis, the DeVoss Sports Business Program along with some time at UCF, an intern job here in Orlando that turned into full time with the Orlando Sports Commission. She really thought that her path would continue with sports management but some time off and self reflection made her realize that while she was doing "good" in bringing in events to Central Florida, she was supposed to be doing something more. That, led her to working with The Sharing Center in Longwood in helping to reshape the community with the issues of poverty and homelessness. You can find out more about what they do at https://thesharingcenter.org/ and you can reach Shalisa at shalisa.griffin@thesharingcenter.org

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16370808 Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2467 5 149 full false Episode 148: Chris Ham - Rescue Outreach Mission - "A Path Of Rescue" Episode 148: Chris Ham - Rescue Outreach Mission - "A Path Of Rescue" Had a great conversation with Chris Ham, the Executive Director for The Rescue Outreach Mission in Sanford today on the Check Your Six podcast. The last episode for 2024 was a great way to talk end the year and talk about the issues and challenges that our community has with homeless population here in Central Florida. As Seminole County's only homeless shelter, they have done a fantastic job over the past several years changing the view of homelessness and providing assistance through the partnerships they have in the business community and through our county officials. The Seminole County Commissioners, county and local police and fire departments are fantastic partners in helping to meet this crisis. Respect, compassion and dignity are the key phrases for the Rescue Outreach Mission and the nearly 100,000 meals they will serve and the individuals and families that they provide shelter for each year are examples of those pillars. The face of homeless has changed over the years, it is not what it used to be and I was thankful that Chris was able to sit down and talk about their role. You can contact them at www.romclf.org for more information.

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]]> Had a great conversation with Chris Ham, the Executive Director for The Rescue Outreach Mission in Sanford today on the Check Your Six podcast. The last episode for 2024 was a great way to talk end the year and talk about the issues and challenges that our community has with homeless population here in Central Florida. As Seminole County's only homeless shelter, they have done a fantastic job over the past several years changing the view of homelessness and providing assistance through the partnerships they have in the business community and through our county officials. The Seminole County Commissioners, county and local police and fire departments are fantastic partners in helping to meet this crisis. Respect, compassion and dignity are the key phrases for the Rescue Outreach Mission and the nearly 100,000 meals they will serve and the individuals and families that they provide shelter for each year are examples of those pillars. The face of homeless has changed over the years, it is not what it used to be and I was thankful that Chris was able to sit down and talk about their role. You can contact them at www.romclf.org for more information.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16317900 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3239 5 148 full false Episode 147: Wendy Cox Blair - The Arbor School - "Going Back To School" Episode 147: Wendy Cox Blair - The Arbor School - "Going Back To School" Wendy Cox Blair, the CEO for The Arbor School stopped by the GRP Studios for Episode 147 on the Check Your Six Podcast. The Arbor School is doing some FANTASTIC things here in Central Florida helping kids with developmental challenges such as ADD, ADHD, Autism and the like. We talked about how The Arbor School not only teaches them the basic school studies but also helps them develop their problem solving skills, creating schedules for single tasks that helps them focus on one thing at a time. We talked about bullying, what The Arbor School does in cases with students that continue that behavior. How they engage the students outside the school to give them a "normal' life experience. Talked about the running club, their first 5K, the golf club and the things that the students create and sell to help support the school. Shout out also to Tavo Mendez with Rock & Brews in Oviedo and the entire Rock & Brews corporate community that uses the name badges that The Arbor School creates in ALL of their locations. This really is a great place for kids facing those challenges.

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]]> Wendy Cox Blair, the CEO for The Arbor School stopped by the GRP Studios for Episode 147 on the Check Your Six Podcast. The Arbor School is doing some FANTASTIC things here in Central Florida helping kids with developmental challenges such as ADD, ADHD, Autism and the like. We talked about how The Arbor School not only teaches them the basic school studies but also helps them develop their problem solving skills, creating schedules for single tasks that helps them focus on one thing at a time. We talked about bullying, what The Arbor School does in cases with students that continue that behavior. How they engage the students outside the school to give them a "normal' life experience. Talked about the running club, their first 5K, the golf club and the things that the students create and sell to help support the school. Shout out also to Tavo Mendez with Rock & Brews in Oviedo and the entire Rock & Brews corporate community that uses the name badges that The Arbor School creates in ALL of their locations. This really is a great place for kids facing those challenges.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16270593 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2836 5 147 full false Episode 146: Brian Nagle - Waverly Resources - "Riding the Wave-rly Resources" Episode 146: Brian Nagle - Waverly Resources - "Riding the Wave-rly Resources" Episode 146 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Brian Nagel back into the GRP Studios to talk about stepping out on his own in creating his new LLC, Waverly Resources. We talked a lot of aspects of business on this episode, financing, how to save some money if you have a company that has more than 50 mobile devices,  HR services, partnering with other companies that can help businesses become more cost effective among other topics. Brian has has 3 decades of helping businesses, especially in the healthcare field become more profitable, be able to scale and provide better service. You can find out more about he does at his website, https://www.waverlyresources.com/ or contact him at brian@waverlyresources.com

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]]> Episode 146 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Brian Nagel back into the GRP Studios to talk about stepping out on his own in creating his new LLC, Waverly Resources. We talked a lot of aspects of business on this episode, financing, how to save some money if you have a company that has more than 50 mobile devices,  HR services, partnering with other companies that can help businesses become more cost effective among other topics. Brian has has 3 decades of helping businesses, especially in the healthcare field become more profitable, be able to scale and provide better service. You can find out more about he does at his website, https://www.waverlyresources.com/ or contact him at brian@waverlyresources.com

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-16021300 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2507 5 146 full false Episode 145: Daniel Komforti - New Horizons Physical Therapy - "Glutemous Maximus Episode 145: Daniel Komforti - New Horizons Physical Therapy - "Glutemous Maximus Episode 145 brought Daniel Komforti into the GRP Studios for his time on the Check Your Six podcast. Daniel is a UCF grad that owns and operates New Horizons Physical Therapy and helps those in need of some excellent care during the rehab process from injuries or just every day wear and tear on our bodies. Daniel really a little bit different than the "PT Mills" that some many are used to going to, he is more concerned with educating his clients and helping them understand the process they are going through as opposed to just treating symptoms. When he says that rehab is not just a series of exercises on a table, he means it and really tries to give clients the tools they need to help improve their condition. You can find him at his website,  https://newhorizonsrehabilitation.com/ and get more details on who he is and what he offers his clients!

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]]> Episode 145 brought Daniel Komforti into the GRP Studios for his time on the Check Your Six podcast. Daniel is a UCF grad that owns and operates New Horizons Physical Therapy and helps those in need of some excellent care during the rehab process from injuries or just every day wear and tear on our bodies. Daniel really a little bit different than the "PT Mills" that some many are used to going to, he is more concerned with educating his clients and helping them understand the process they are going through as opposed to just treating symptoms. When he says that rehab is not just a series of exercises on a table, he means it and really tries to give clients the tools they need to help improve their condition. You can find him at his website,  https://newhorizonsrehabilitation.com/ and get more details on who he is and what he offers his clients!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-15949950 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1986 5 145 full false Episode 144: Bethanne Weiss - Bethanne Wellness "More Joy, Less OY" Episode 144: Bethanne Weiss - Bethanne Wellness "More Joy, Less OY" Bethanne Weiss was in before Hurricane Milton blessed us with his presence and talked about having ""More Joy, Less OY" on the latest episode of the Check Your Six podcast. The self proclaimed Queen of More Joy and Less Oy talked about the struggles she faced in overcoming physical issues that led her down the path to better health and wellness. We covered some of the topics in her book, "Move Your Asset - From the Chair and Not The Bank", about her self described cross between Fran Drescher, a tame drill sergeant(never met one of those) and an entertaining circus clown, about putting the fun back in fitness and making "tiny tweaks" that can have big impact in your life. We also talked about her journey with both of her parents and a documentary that was done about her called Confessions of A Caregiver that aired on WESH-TV and her help in getting an Emmy for WFTV 9 in the series, Blindsided: The Reality of Caring for Aging Parents. 
You can check her out at here website...https://www.bethannewellness.com/

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]]> Bethanne Weiss was in before Hurricane Milton blessed us with his presence and talked about having ""More Joy, Less OY" on the latest episode of the Check Your Six podcast. The self proclaimed Queen of More Joy and Less Oy talked about the struggles she faced in overcoming physical issues that led her down the path to better health and wellness. We covered some of the topics in her book, "Move Your Asset - From the Chair and Not The Bank", about her self described cross between Fran Drescher, a tame drill sergeant(never met one of those) and an entertaining circus clown, about putting the fun back in fitness and making "tiny tweaks" that can have big impact in your life. We also talked about her journey with both of her parents and a documentary that was done about her called Confessions of A Caregiver that aired on WESH-TV and her help in getting an Emmy for WFTV 9 in the series, Blindsided: The Reality of Caring for Aging Parents. 
You can check her out at here website...https://www.bethannewellness.com/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-15930436 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2086 5 144 full false Episode 143: Tim Proctor - GRP Studios - "Government Overreach?" Episode 143: Tim Proctor - GRP Studios - "Government Overreach?" I have been away for a bit over the past month so I am a little behind in getting episodes completed for the podcast but the Check Your Six podcast is "Back In The Saddle Again, thanks to Aerosmith, talking about BOI reporting. In case you are not aware of it as a business, especially a small business, you have until January 1, 2025 to file your BOI report on fincen.gov for your business. I covered this topic with Jennifer Englert with the The Orlando Law Group back in 12-25-2023 and today is a little bit more about the website, who needs to file, some questions from the website and some general concern about what this will mean for small business. To quote the website,"This law creates a new beneficial ownership information reporting requirement as part of the U.S. government’s efforts to make it harder for bad actors to hide or benefit from their ill-gotten gains through shell companies or other opaque ownership structures." The unspecified government agencies that will have access to this information and the unspecified groups or individuals that can request access to this information to me is a little concerning, but we will see!! There may be more to come on this topic.

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]]> I have been away for a bit over the past month so I am a little behind in getting episodes completed for the podcast but the Check Your Six podcast is "Back In The Saddle Again, thanks to Aerosmith, talking about BOI reporting. In case you are not aware of it as a business, especially a small business, you have until January 1, 2025 to file your BOI report on fincen.gov for your business. I covered this topic with Jennifer Englert with the The Orlando Law Group back in 12-25-2023 and today is a little bit more about the website, who needs to file, some questions from the website and some general concern about what this will mean for small business. To quote the website,"This law creates a new beneficial ownership information reporting requirement as part of the U.S. government’s efforts to make it harder for bad actors to hide or benefit from their ill-gotten gains through shell companies or other opaque ownership structures." The unspecified government agencies that will have access to this information and the unspecified groups or individuals that can request access to this information to me is a little concerning, but we will see!! There may be more to come on this topic.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-15838191 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1533 5 143 full false Episode 142: Chris Storms - Young Life Central Florida - "Living The Young Life" Episode 142: Chris Storms - Young Life Central Florida - "Living The Young Life" Chris Storms with Young Life Central Florida stopped by GRP Studios for his time today on the Check Your Six podcast. Chris is a Navy veteran, graduate of UCF, go Knights, and is currently the full time area director for Young Life Central Florida. Chris and I talked about the state of the youth in Florida, the need for volunteers and mentors to reach some of the middle school and high school kids that need that connection. Talked about the "Caring For Kids" mentality that is showcased on the younglife.org and targets a lot of different groups of kids that can benefit from these programs. Also talked about the spike in teen and young adult suicide that we have seen post covid and perhaps some of the hope that Young Life offers. Their mission is simple, introduce adolescents to Jesus Christ and help them grow in their faith. Check them out at https://younglife.org/find/ and click on the locations tab to find one near you!

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]]> Chris Storms with Young Life Central Florida stopped by GRP Studios for his time today on the Check Your Six podcast. Chris is a Navy veteran, graduate of UCF, go Knights, and is currently the full time area director for Young Life Central Florida. Chris and I talked about the state of the youth in Florida, the need for volunteers and mentors to reach some of the middle school and high school kids that need that connection. Talked about the "Caring For Kids" mentality that is showcased on the younglife.org and targets a lot of different groups of kids that can benefit from these programs. Also talked about the spike in teen and young adult suicide that we have seen post covid and perhaps some of the hope that Young Life offers. Their mission is simple, introduce adolescents to Jesus Christ and help them grow in their faith. Check them out at https://younglife.org/find/ and click on the locations tab to find one near you!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-15614013 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2304 5 142 full false Episode 141: Sean/April Esler - Edge Consulting/Be The Change Today - "The Rise Of The Interns" Episode 141: Sean/April Esler - Edge Consulting/Be The Change Today - "The Rise Of The Interns" Episode 141 of the Check Your Six Podcast had an intern flavor to it this time when Sean and April brought some of the interns that they had working with Edge Consulting and the Be The Change Today Foundation into GRP Studios. It was a chance for the interns to close out their summer internship by participating in a LinkedIn workshop and creating their profile, getting headshots from Jerry Katz, getting makeup done and talking about their summer adventure as interns. Some great observations as they moved throughout Central Florida with the Seminole Chamber Councils, Longwood Commission meetings, Longwood Rotary meeting and several other aspects of small business here in Central Florida. Thanks as well to Tony Boni and the Be The Change Today Foundation for being part of this event building the future of young business individuals.

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]]> Episode 141 of the Check Your Six Podcast had an intern flavor to it this time when Sean and April brought some of the interns that they had working with Edge Consulting and the Be The Change Today Foundation into GRP Studios. It was a chance for the interns to close out their summer internship by participating in a LinkedIn workshop and creating their profile, getting headshots from Jerry Katz, getting makeup done and talking about their summer adventure as interns. Some great observations as they moved throughout Central Florida with the Seminole Chamber Councils, Longwood Commission meetings, Longwood Rotary meeting and several other aspects of small business here in Central Florida. Thanks as well to Tony Boni and the Be The Change Today Foundation for being part of this event building the future of young business individuals.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-15566816 Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 4524 5 141 full false Episode 140: Jamie Cuzmar - Cuzmar Law "Getting All Of Your Ducks In A Row" Episode 140: Jamie Cuzmar - Cuzmar Law "Getting All Of Your Ducks In A Row" Estate planning, wills, trusts and a lot of things legal were on tap today when Jamie Cuzmar with Cuzmar Law stopped by the GRP Studios for his time on the Check Your Six podcast. Jamie spent the first 20 years of his career working in corporate America with a good chunk of that being in the communications field, specifically the BrightHouse/Spectrum/Charter Communications companies. A series of fortunate events led to him getting his law degree, partially through his employer, and him making the decision to start earning money for himself instead of big business. He decide to focus and specialize in estate planning and has since opened Cuzman Law and helps people wad through the challenge of getting all of your asset ducks in a row through estate planning. Requirements for a legal will, probate, Homestead Exemptions here in Florida, setting up trusts, Ladybird Deeds for homes are just some of the things we discussed along with the way he gives back with discounts to Veterans, his work with the Seminole County School Board and the Take Stock In Children project with Seminole Schools. Lots of good information and great discussion with Jamie and planning for the future and reducing the burden on those left behind!

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]]> Estate planning, wills, trusts and a lot of things legal were on tap today when Jamie Cuzmar with Cuzmar Law stopped by the GRP Studios for his time on the Check Your Six podcast. Jamie spent the first 20 years of his career working in corporate America with a good chunk of that being in the communications field, specifically the BrightHouse/Spectrum/Charter Communications companies. A series of fortunate events led to him getting his law degree, partially through his employer, and him making the decision to start earning money for himself instead of big business. He decide to focus and specialize in estate planning and has since opened Cuzman Law and helps people wad through the challenge of getting all of your asset ducks in a row through estate planning. Requirements for a legal will, probate, Homestead Exemptions here in Florida, setting up trusts, Ladybird Deeds for homes are just some of the things we discussed along with the way he gives back with discounts to Veterans, his work with the Seminole County School Board and the Take Stock In Children project with Seminole Schools. Lots of good information and great discussion with Jamie and planning for the future and reducing the burden on those left behind!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-15435996 Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400 2462 5 140 full false Episode 139: James Gies - Zoom Room - "Make Your Dog Go Zoom" Episode 139: James Gies - Zoom Room - "Make Your Dog Go Zoom" Episode 139 of the Check Your Six podcast brought James Gies with Zoom Room Dog Training into the GRP Studios to talk about his business as a franchise owner of Zoom Room. He shared his story of growing up in Michigan, making the decision to go to that school in Ann Arbor for his BS(appropriate for a degree from that institution) then the wiser decision to get his Masters from Michigan State, Go Sparty! He speaks German, Russian and talked about his time in Moscow and the impact that the woman that housed him and several other individuals who had been a survivor of Communism taking over in Russia and the challenges that she and her parents faced. Her attitude and outlook was something that shaped James for much of his adult life and how he approached challenges. His time with the restaurant industry, his claim to fame working at the Apple Store in the Florida mall, opening his business just before Covid, some of the challenges he faces and how he operates his business. Great conversation with someone that truly enjoys what he does and it pretty good at it!!

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]]> Episode 139 of the Check Your Six podcast brought James Gies with Zoom Room Dog Training into the GRP Studios to talk about his business as a franchise owner of Zoom Room. He shared his story of growing up in Michigan, making the decision to go to that school in Ann Arbor for his BS(appropriate for a degree from that institution) then the wiser decision to get his Masters from Michigan State, Go Sparty! He speaks German, Russian and talked about his time in Moscow and the impact that the woman that housed him and several other individuals who had been a survivor of Communism taking over in Russia and the challenges that she and her parents faced. Her attitude and outlook was something that shaped James for much of his adult life and how he approached challenges. His time with the restaurant industry, his claim to fame working at the Apple Store in the Florida mall, opening his business just before Covid, some of the challenges he faces and how he operates his business. Great conversation with someone that truly enjoys what he does and it pretty good at it!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-15317001 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2224 5 139 full false Episode 138: Nick "Millsey" Mills, CF Warrior Hockey, "We're Talking Hockey Eh"? Episode 138: Nick "Millsey" Mills, CF Warrior Hockey, "We're Talking Hockey Eh"? Episode 138 brought a little bit of the northern states flavor into the podcast when we went on location to the old RDV Complex, which is now the Genesis Healthclub Sportsplex, to chat with Central Florida Warrior Hockey members Nick "Millsey" Mills, Anthony "Pop" Popkowski and Mike "Just Mike" Eidelstein about Warriors Hockey. All three of these gentlemen are veterans and we talked about what Warriors Hockey was about, why it was so important to have something like this for veterans and growing this to become the league for veterans, as well as other individuals, throughout the US. Nick had taken a pretty nasty fall so he was probably suffering from a little bit of concussion symptoms but still talked about why he is involved and what it means to him to be a part of it. Always love it when I can have a couple of other veterans on the show, it just makes it feel like home some ways!

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]]> Episode 138 brought a little bit of the northern states flavor into the podcast when we went on location to the old RDV Complex, which is now the Genesis Healthclub Sportsplex, to chat with Central Florida Warrior Hockey members Nick "Millsey" Mills, Anthony "Pop" Popkowski and Mike "Just Mike" Eidelstein about Warriors Hockey. All three of these gentlemen are veterans and we talked about what Warriors Hockey was about, why it was so important to have something like this for veterans and growing this to become the league for veterans, as well as other individuals, throughout the US. Nick had taken a pretty nasty fall so he was probably suffering from a little bit of concussion symptoms but still talked about why he is involved and what it means to him to be a part of it. Always love it when I can have a couple of other veterans on the show, it just makes it feel like home some ways!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-15311378 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2317 5 138 full false Episode 137: Kristin Thole - Facilitator, SCPS CTE Programs - "Choosing The Correct Path-Way" Episode 137: Kristin Thole - Facilitator, SCPS CTE Programs - "Choosing The Correct Path-Way" Episode 137 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Seminole County Public Schools into GRP Studios. We have done quite a bit of work with SCPS from a video standpoint but this time I had the pleasure of having Kristin Thole in the studio. She is one of the facilitators for the CTE Business Partnership Programs that they have at SCPS and some of the things that it offers. She explained about what the CTE Programs are all about, how they can tie in with the business's in Seminole, the recent spring Expo that they had showcasing the businesses looking might be looking for summer interns for their business. There are a lot of people and businesses that work with SCPS in a variety of ways to help promote their business but to also help grow the students that are coming through the school system. People like Sean Esler with Edge Consulting, Tony Boni with Be The Change Today Foundation, Debbie Rodriguez with iBuild, Michael Janerio with Gizmo Productions and Jennifer Englert with The Orlando Law Group are just some of the people that continue to pour into providing help and resources that allow for the best potential for students!! The ability for a student to graduate from one of the Seminole County Public Schools with an AA degree already completed is amazing and just another example of what if available to our kids!! You can check out more of what Kirstin was talking about here. https://www.scps.k12.fl.us/cms/one.aspx?portalId=1854109&pageId=2057984

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]]> Episode 137 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Seminole County Public Schools into GRP Studios. We have done quite a bit of work with SCPS from a video standpoint but this time I had the pleasure of having Kristin Thole in the studio. She is one of the facilitators for the CTE Business Partnership Programs that they have at SCPS and some of the things that it offers. She explained about what the CTE Programs are all about, how they can tie in with the business's in Seminole, the recent spring Expo that they had showcasing the businesses looking might be looking for summer interns for their business. There are a lot of people and businesses that work with SCPS in a variety of ways to help promote their business but to also help grow the students that are coming through the school system. People like Sean Esler with Edge Consulting, Tony Boni with Be The Change Today Foundation, Debbie Rodriguez with iBuild, Michael Janerio with Gizmo Productions and Jennifer Englert with The Orlando Law Group are just some of the people that continue to pour into providing help and resources that allow for the best potential for students!! The ability for a student to graduate from one of the Seminole County Public Schools with an AA degree already completed is amazing and just another example of what if available to our kids!! You can check out more of what Kirstin was talking about here. https://www.scps.k12.fl.us/cms/one.aspx?portalId=1854109&pageId=2057984

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-15003490 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 2132 5 137 full false Episode 136: Cynthia Wyatt - In The Paint Gymnasium - "I Am Going To The Gym" Episode 136: Cynthia Wyatt - In The Paint Gymnasium - "I Am Going To The Gym" We talked hoops, gyms and Kayla's Korner when Cynthia Wyatt dropped by GRP Studios to chat on the Check Your Six Podcast. Cynthia is the Owner/CEO of In The Paint Gymnasium and In Kayla's Korner, Inc that was created in memory of her daughter Kayla. Cynthia has used her love of basketball to perhaps take a little bit of a different approach to some of the challenges to kids that want to be in sports but might not have the opportunity. It is called "In The Paint Gymnasium" because it was simply a dream to start with to set up a pole barn and have a place that kids could come to play hoops. It has morphed into something much larger now with the potential desire for the  development of leagues, a facility that can also house a school and things way beyond the scope of the initial vision. It all comes from the directive of In Kayla's Korner, Inc that is a program that looks to bring together sports and education for underprivileged kids to uplift, empower and provide opportunities to engage in sports activities while simultaneously prompting their educational development. You can find out more about In Kayla's Korner, Inc here to see what it is all about. https://inkaylaskorner.org/

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]]> We talked hoops, gyms and Kayla's Korner when Cynthia Wyatt dropped by GRP Studios to chat on the Check Your Six Podcast. Cynthia is the Owner/CEO of In The Paint Gymnasium and In Kayla's Korner, Inc that was created in memory of her daughter Kayla. Cynthia has used her love of basketball to perhaps take a little bit of a different approach to some of the challenges to kids that want to be in sports but might not have the opportunity. It is called "In The Paint Gymnasium" because it was simply a dream to start with to set up a pole barn and have a place that kids could come to play hoops. It has morphed into something much larger now with the potential desire for the  development of leagues, a facility that can also house a school and things way beyond the scope of the initial vision. It all comes from the directive of In Kayla's Korner, Inc that is a program that looks to bring together sports and education for underprivileged kids to uplift, empower and provide opportunities to engage in sports activities while simultaneously prompting their educational development. You can find out more about In Kayla's Korner, Inc here to see what it is all about. https://inkaylaskorner.org/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14997360 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1983 5 136 full false Episode 135: Brent Bowers - The Land Sharks - "Knock, Knock, Land Shark" Episode 135: Brent Bowers - The Land Sharks - "Knock, Knock, Land Shark" For Episode 135 of the Check Your Six podcast, Land Buying guru Brent Bowers called in and talked about his journey into buying and selling land. A Florida born native, 8 year Army Veteran that turned from buying and selling homes through Zach Buys Homes(interesting story on that name) to focusing on the purchasing and selling of land nation wide. He talked about some of the early stages in his home buying and selling stage of life, the transition into land buying after listening to a podcast ironically, and now providing a great way for others to do the same. He talked about not being able to do EVERYTHING as a business owner, fighting your ego, advice from fractional CFO's, hiring talent that allows you to do what you are good at, the benefit of having an executive assistant, the need in his industry for a good real estate attorney and a lot of other information. He provides all kinds on information on his website and YouTube channel and has helped countless others find their way in the industry of buying and selling land!! You can check him out on his YouTube channel to see what he does!!   https://www.youtube.com/@brentlbowers

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]]> For Episode 135 of the Check Your Six podcast, Land Buying guru Brent Bowers called in and talked about his journey into buying and selling land. A Florida born native, 8 year Army Veteran that turned from buying and selling homes through Zach Buys Homes(interesting story on that name) to focusing on the purchasing and selling of land nation wide. He talked about some of the early stages in his home buying and selling stage of life, the transition into land buying after listening to a podcast ironically, and now providing a great way for others to do the same. He talked about not being able to do EVERYTHING as a business owner, fighting your ego, advice from fractional CFO's, hiring talent that allows you to do what you are good at, the benefit of having an executive assistant, the need in his industry for a good real estate attorney and a lot of other information. He provides all kinds on information on his website and YouTube channel and has helped countless others find their way in the industry of buying and selling land!! You can check him out on his YouTube channel to see what he does!!   https://www.youtube.com/@brentlbowers

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14915422 Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2593 4 135 full false Episode 134: Jacqui Williams & Andria Estrella-Roa - Golf Yankee Six Part II Episode 134: Jacqui Williams & Andria Estrella-Roa - Golf Yankee Six Part II Jacqui Williams and Andria Estrella-Roa, came back into GRP Studios to talk  some more about Veteran mental health on the Check Your Six Podcast. This time around Jacqui and Andria talked about changing the narrative about suicide, no longer "committing" suicide, it is death by suicide. Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem, behavioral reactions to feelings, as well as what Little "T" and Big "T" represent. Veterans that are getting out of the military and those returning to active combat situations are approached differently in therapy. Survival brain vs learning brain for veterans while in service or in a civilian setting and that it is not a light switch you can turn on and off. Their recognition that they can't save everyone in their field, they just need to help as many as they can. You can go to www.golfyankeesix.com to see more about what they do and the resources that are available!!

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]]> Jacqui Williams and Andria Estrella-Roa, came back into GRP Studios to talk  some more about Veteran mental health on the Check Your Six Podcast. This time around Jacqui and Andria talked about changing the narrative about suicide, no longer "committing" suicide, it is death by suicide. Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem, behavioral reactions to feelings, as well as what Little "T" and Big "T" represent. Veterans that are getting out of the military and those returning to active combat situations are approached differently in therapy. Survival brain vs learning brain for veterans while in service or in a civilian setting and that it is not a light switch you can turn on and off. Their recognition that they can't save everyone in their field, they just need to help as many as they can. You can go to www.golfyankeesix.com to see more about what they do and the resources that are available!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14914128 Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 4197 4 134 full false Episode 133: Jacqui Williams & Andria Estrella-Roa - Golf Yankee Six Episode 133: Jacqui Williams & Andria Estrella-Roa - Golf Yankee Six Honored and proud to have two young ladies, Jacqui Williams and Andria Estrella-Roa, stop by GRP Studios to talk about Veteran mental health on the Check Your Six Podcast. Both Jacqui and Andria are licensed marriage and family therapist, they have know each other for years and have recently joined forces to create Golf Yankee Six which focuses on the issues and challenges that veterans and their families face when they are returning from combat situations or redoing civilian life after the military. Great conversation today about those 22 vets per day that are taking their lives and looking at a very permanent solution to a temporary problem. The resources that are available from GYS and other organizations that they partner with, the new 988 crisis line that is available and when it is called and the #1 is pressed, it takes you to veteran specific counselors that can help. They also talked about some of the groups and companies that they work with like the Camaraderie Foundation here in Central Florida as well as C&D Printing that provides all of their printed product.  You can go to www.golfyankeesix.com to see more about what they do and the resources that are available!!

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]]> Honored and proud to have two young ladies, Jacqui Williams and Andria Estrella-Roa, stop by GRP Studios to talk about Veteran mental health on the Check Your Six Podcast. Both Jacqui and Andria are licensed marriage and family therapist, they have know each other for years and have recently joined forces to create Golf Yankee Six which focuses on the issues and challenges that veterans and their families face when they are returning from combat situations or redoing civilian life after the military. Great conversation today about those 22 vets per day that are taking their lives and looking at a very permanent solution to a temporary problem. The resources that are available from GYS and other organizations that they partner with, the new 988 crisis line that is available and when it is called and the #1 is pressed, it takes you to veteran specific counselors that can help. They also talked about some of the groups and companies that they work with like the Camaraderie Foundation here in Central Florida as well as C&D Printing that provides all of their printed product.  You can go to www.golfyankeesix.com to see more about what they do and the resources that are available!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14668121 Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2983 4 133 full false Episode 132: Shannalee Millsap - JamRockEatz - "We're Jammin" Episode 132: Shannalee Millsap - JamRockEatz - "We're Jammin" Episode 132 of the Check Your Six podcast brought some Jamaican flair into the GRP Studios when Shannalee Millsap, aka Chef Shanna dropped in for the podcast. Jamaican born and raised, she is now living in Central Florida and giving us all a "taste" of what Jamaica is like. She starting her love for cooking with her grandmother, Mama Shirley, and took that love and turned it into the business she has today, JamRockEatz. She talked about learning to cook without a recipe, washing meat before you season it, tasting the food before it is cooked so you will know what it tastes like when it is cooked. She also talked about her lessons learned from YouTube about starting her business, learning about servant leadership from mentors, what integrity means and using a brand consultant to help identify her brand. Great conversation and you can find out more about her here...https://jamrockeatz.com/

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]]> Episode 132 of the Check Your Six podcast brought some Jamaican flair into the GRP Studios when Shannalee Millsap, aka Chef Shanna dropped in for the podcast. Jamaican born and raised, she is now living in Central Florida and giving us all a "taste" of what Jamaica is like. She starting her love for cooking with her grandmother, Mama Shirley, and took that love and turned it into the business she has today, JamRockEatz. She talked about learning to cook without a recipe, washing meat before you season it, tasting the food before it is cooked so you will know what it tastes like when it is cooked. She also talked about her lessons learned from YouTube about starting her business, learning about servant leadership from mentors, what integrity means and using a brand consultant to help identify her brand. Great conversation and you can find out more about her here...https://jamrockeatz.com/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14603450 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2315 4 132 full false Episode 131: Kenneth Clark - Vibrant Families - "Let's Build A Fire" Episode 131: Kenneth Clark - Vibrant Families - "Let's Build A Fire" Kenneth "PK" Clark spent some time in the GPR Studios talking about Vibrant Families, Inc on the Check Your Six podcast. PK is the Founder and Executive Director of Vibrant Families and is looking to make a change and impact the lives of young men in Central Florida that are part of a single parent family. PK shared his background of growing up without a father, living life as a young African-American male where the only role models are the drug dealers and gang bangers. He shared about his transition to a family that adopted him, even though his mother still stayed close by, that experience opened up a whole new world to him. What Vibrant Families is starting to do through the Seminole County Public School system is amazing and I look forward to seeing more of what they can do in helping to build brighter futures for underserved communities, at-risk youth and fatherless boys. You can find out more about them here at: https://www.vibrantfamilies.org/

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]]> Kenneth "PK" Clark spent some time in the GPR Studios talking about Vibrant Families, Inc on the Check Your Six podcast. PK is the Founder and Executive Director of Vibrant Families and is looking to make a change and impact the lives of young men in Central Florida that are part of a single parent family. PK shared his background of growing up without a father, living life as a young African-American male where the only role models are the drug dealers and gang bangers. He shared about his transition to a family that adopted him, even though his mother still stayed close by, that experience opened up a whole new world to him. What Vibrant Families is starting to do through the Seminole County Public School system is amazing and I look forward to seeing more of what they can do in helping to build brighter futures for underserved communities, at-risk youth and fatherless boys. You can find out more about them here at: https://www.vibrantfamilies.org/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14595770 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2734 4 131 full false Episode 130: Ed Zausch - Daddy's Chicken Shack - "Go Ahead, Be A Chicken" Episode 130: Ed Zausch - Daddy's Chicken Shack - "Go Ahead, Be A Chicken" Episode 130 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Ed Zausch into the GRP Studios to talk about his two business ventures, Daddy's Chicken Shack and The Vitamin Shoppe. Ed already had a successful business in Indiana that he expanded in Florida but like many businesses, the events in 2020 had a serious impact on his business. He closed the Florida expansion but decided against going back and forth to Indiana every week and looked into opening a new business venture in Florida. Today focused mostly on the Daddy's Chicken Shack franchise that he has opened but did also cover The Vitamin Shoppe, his son's fight back from an auto accident, the different styles of the franchise business models for Daddy's Chicken Shack and the The Vitamin Shoppe as well as a look at hiring staff and other challenges of owning a franchise business. You can check out Daddy's Chicken Shack here, https://daddyschickenshack.com/locations/7025-county-road-46a-lake-mary-florida/ to see what they have to offer!!

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]]> Episode 130 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Ed Zausch into the GRP Studios to talk about his two business ventures, Daddy's Chicken Shack and The Vitamin Shoppe. Ed already had a successful business in Indiana that he expanded in Florida but like many businesses, the events in 2020 had a serious impact on his business. He closed the Florida expansion but decided against going back and forth to Indiana every week and looked into opening a new business venture in Florida. Today focused mostly on the Daddy's Chicken Shack franchise that he has opened but did also cover The Vitamin Shoppe, his son's fight back from an auto accident, the different styles of the franchise business models for Daddy's Chicken Shack and the The Vitamin Shoppe as well as a look at hiring staff and other challenges of owning a franchise business. You can check out Daddy's Chicken Shack here, https://daddyschickenshack.com/locations/7025-county-road-46a-lake-mary-florida/ to see what they have to offer!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14579564 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2122 4 130 full false Episode 129 - Chip Colandreo - Lake Mary Life Publishing - "Extra, Extra, Read All About It" Episode 129 - Chip Colandreo - Lake Mary Life Publishing - "Extra, Extra, Read All About It" Chip Colandreo from Lake Mary Life Publishing stopped by the GRP Studios for his recording of the 129th episode of the Check Your Six Podcast. A Florida boy from Niceville that grew up in Lake Mary, graduated from Lake Mary High, became a UCF Knight and now is helping to run and publish the currently 4 publications for Lake Mary Life Publishing. We talked a lot about the print media industry, the challenges of a media heavy society that may not read like it used to, engaging people where they are at in their information consumption stage and creating fantastic stories. Chip shared a a couple of up coming articles for the March publications that showcase what the magazines are all about. He talked about the way that they give back with a strong presence in the way they promote local non-profits and why it is so important to do that. He also talked about our joint participation in the newly formed Longwood Rotary and the Be The Change Today Foundation, both giving into the strong arm twisting from our(I could not say honorable because there is supposed to be truth in advertising) current Mayor Tony Boni!! All in all, it was great hearing what Lake Mary Life Publishing is doing for the Central Florida Community. You can find them at  https://www.lakemarylife.com/ and discover who they are!

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]]> Chip Colandreo from Lake Mary Life Publishing stopped by the GRP Studios for his recording of the 129th episode of the Check Your Six Podcast. A Florida boy from Niceville that grew up in Lake Mary, graduated from Lake Mary High, became a UCF Knight and now is helping to run and publish the currently 4 publications for Lake Mary Life Publishing. We talked a lot about the print media industry, the challenges of a media heavy society that may not read like it used to, engaging people where they are at in their information consumption stage and creating fantastic stories. Chip shared a a couple of up coming articles for the March publications that showcase what the magazines are all about. He talked about the way that they give back with a strong presence in the way they promote local non-profits and why it is so important to do that. He also talked about our joint participation in the newly formed Longwood Rotary and the Be The Change Today Foundation, both giving into the strong arm twisting from our(I could not say honorable because there is supposed to be truth in advertising) current Mayor Tony Boni!! All in all, it was great hearing what Lake Mary Life Publishing is doing for the Central Florida Community. You can find them at  https://www.lakemarylife.com/ and discover who they are!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14466639 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2205 4 129 full false Episode 128: Dave & Katie Nutaitis - Mighty Dog Roofing - "Mighty Dog To The Rescue" Episode 128: Dave & Katie Nutaitis - Mighty Dog Roofing - "Mighty Dog To The Rescue" Episode 128 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Doug and Katie Nutaitis into the GRP Studios to talk about both of their businesses, Crown Trophy in Orlando and Mighty Dog Roofing in Altamonte Springs. Both are born and raised in the desert of Arizona, ASU grads, that decided to move to Florida after a very abrupt end to careers that they had planned on having in Arizona. They both talk about the challenges of opening a business, what they were looking for in a new business adventure and why they did it as well as the decision to add another business to the mix. Like most of first time small business owners, and we have mentioned it a lot on the show, you don't know what you don't know until you realize you don't know it!! Great having them in the studio and telling me all about what they are doing. You can find them here for Might Dog  https://www.mightydogroofing.com/north-orlando-florida and here for Crown Trophy https://www.crowntrophy.com/?fbclid=IwAR0Zo3zJZ_rJ9Q4Bdv05fEgFYUoRN75iwtWnys4k09qIn53N61SHezvwuHY

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]]> Episode 128 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Doug and Katie Nutaitis into the GRP Studios to talk about both of their businesses, Crown Trophy in Orlando and Mighty Dog Roofing in Altamonte Springs. Both are born and raised in the desert of Arizona, ASU grads, that decided to move to Florida after a very abrupt end to careers that they had planned on having in Arizona. They both talk about the challenges of opening a business, what they were looking for in a new business adventure and why they did it as well as the decision to add another business to the mix. Like most of first time small business owners, and we have mentioned it a lot on the show, you don't know what you don't know until you realize you don't know it!! Great having them in the studio and telling me all about what they are doing. You can find them here for Might Dog  https://www.mightydogroofing.com/north-orlando-florida and here for Crown Trophy https://www.crowntrophy.com/?fbclid=IwAR0Zo3zJZ_rJ9Q4Bdv05fEgFYUoRN75iwtWnys4k09qIn53N61SHezvwuHY

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14465190 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2235 4 128 full false Episode 127: Greg Bicknell - Center For Independent Living - "It's Independence Day" Episode 127: Greg Bicknell - Center For Independent Living - "It's Independence Day" Retired Air Force CMSgt Greg Bicknell stopped by the GRP Studios for his session of the Check Your Six podcast. Greg is now part of the Center For Independent Living(CIL) here in the 7 county Central Florida area and we has able to correct a lot of the thinking that I had, as well as many others, about exactly what it is that the CIL does for people. I always thought it was a place that people could go to live that needed assisted living and it really isn't that at all. He talked about the programs like the Family Disability Navigator, Workforce Transition, Aspire to Hire, Foundations to Freedom and several other programs that CIL provides to anyone that has a need. He talked about what it is like to see those that are recipients of these programs and how it impacts them, and those that provide the service. Great talking with another Air Force brother that loves what he does. You can check them out at https://cilorlando.org/ and find out more about all of the programs and services they provide!!

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]]> Retired Air Force CMSgt Greg Bicknell stopped by the GRP Studios for his session of the Check Your Six podcast. Greg is now part of the Center For Independent Living(CIL) here in the 7 county Central Florida area and we has able to correct a lot of the thinking that I had, as well as many others, about exactly what it is that the CIL does for people. I always thought it was a place that people could go to live that needed assisted living and it really isn't that at all. He talked about the programs like the Family Disability Navigator, Workforce Transition, Aspire to Hire, Foundations to Freedom and several other programs that CIL provides to anyone that has a need. He talked about what it is like to see those that are recipients of these programs and how it impacts them, and those that provide the service. Great talking with another Air Force brother that loves what he does. You can check them out at https://cilorlando.org/ and find out more about all of the programs and services they provide!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14444571 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500 2499 4 127 full false Episode 126: Raul Pabon - Smart Scoops - "Number 1 In Number 2" Episode 126: Raul Pabon - Smart Scoops - "Number 1 In Number 2" Episode 126 of the Check Your Six podcast had a very unique aroma when Raul Pabon, with Smart Scoops, stopped by the GRP Studios for his recording. Raul is truly the example of a new business owner, he and his partners opened this in December of 2023 so his is still getting his feet wet(pun totally intended). We have seen some of the marketing they have been doing locally with road sights that tell exactly what the business does, "We Scoop Poop", so as you can imagine, this was fun. Raul is a fantastic young man and it was a pleasure having him in the studio having him walk me through, well not actually, more like guide me through the poop scooping business. They are doing their best to clean up this town, one yard at a time!! You can see more of what they do at their website, https://smartscoops.com/ and get the details about the process and services. 

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]]> Episode 126 of the Check Your Six podcast had a very unique aroma when Raul Pabon, with Smart Scoops, stopped by the GRP Studios for his recording. Raul is truly the example of a new business owner, he and his partners opened this in December of 2023 so his is still getting his feet wet(pun totally intended). We have seen some of the marketing they have been doing locally with road sights that tell exactly what the business does, "We Scoop Poop", so as you can imagine, this was fun. Raul is a fantastic young man and it was a pleasure having him in the studio having him walk me through, well not actually, more like guide me through the poop scooping business. They are doing their best to clean up this town, one yard at a time!! You can see more of what they do at their website, https://smartscoops.com/ and get the details about the process and services. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14341693 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1817 4 126 full false Episode 125: Rebecca Waldron - Revive Collection/Jack The Dipper - "I Have Ice Cream In My Hair" Episode 125: Rebecca Waldron - Revive Collection/Jack The Dipper - "I Have Ice Cream In My Hair" Episode 125 of the Check Your Six Podcast had Rebecca Waldron stop by the GRP Studios to talk about running multiple business locations and really two totally different business models. Jack The Dipper Ice Cream "Parlor" and the Revive Hair Collective are the two businesses that Rebecca runs out of locations in Longwood Florida and she talked about some of the challenges she has for both of these businesses. Finding stylists that are a compliment to the studio and have the same work patterns and trust levels, balancing the required details for each business of inventory levels for products, her community involvement and how they give back with the Jack The Dipper location to local non-profits and a lot more!! You can find out more at https://www.jackthedipper.com/locations-hours
and at https://www.revivehairorlando.com/. #icecream #hairstylist #smallbusiness #grpstudios #checkyoursixpodcast #podcast

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]]> Episode 125 of the Check Your Six Podcast had Rebecca Waldron stop by the GRP Studios to talk about running multiple business locations and really two totally different business models. Jack The Dipper Ice Cream "Parlor" and the Revive Hair Collective are the two businesses that Rebecca runs out of locations in Longwood Florida and she talked about some of the challenges she has for both of these businesses. Finding stylists that are a compliment to the studio and have the same work patterns and trust levels, balancing the required details for each business of inventory levels for products, her community involvement and how they give back with the Jack The Dipper location to local non-profits and a lot more!! You can find out more at https://www.jackthedipper.com/locations-hours
and at https://www.revivehairorlando.com/. #icecream #hairstylist #smallbusiness #grpstudios #checkyoursixpodcast #podcast

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14108483 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1917 4 125 full false Episode 124: Jennifer Englert - The Orlando Law Group - "I'm The Tax Man" Episode 124: Jennifer Englert - The Orlando Law Group - "I'm The Tax Man" Jennifer Englert with The Orlando Law Group made another visit to the GRP Studios for Episode 124 of the Check Your Six Podcast to deliver a Christmas present from the US Government! Jennifer had sent out one of their weekly emails about the new Corporate Transparency Act from 2021 that is supposed to take effect on Jan 1st 2024 and will require BOI or Beneficial Ownership Reporting for almost all small business entities. We had a lot of fun talking about this, like we usually do when Jennifer is in the studio but also talked about what this might mean to a lot of us small business owners. Of course, we all probably agree that most Government programs are a complete successes, so we can imagine that a program that is supposed to be up and running on 1-1-24 that does even have anywhere to report this information will be a tremendous success. You an check out more about The Orlando Law Group here,  http://www.theorlandolawgroup.com/ so when you have questions, you can call them and then can help you out!!

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]]> Jennifer Englert with The Orlando Law Group made another visit to the GRP Studios for Episode 124 of the Check Your Six Podcast to deliver a Christmas present from the US Government! Jennifer had sent out one of their weekly emails about the new Corporate Transparency Act from 2021 that is supposed to take effect on Jan 1st 2024 and will require BOI or Beneficial Ownership Reporting for almost all small business entities. We had a lot of fun talking about this, like we usually do when Jennifer is in the studio but also talked about what this might mean to a lot of us small business owners. Of course, we all probably agree that most Government programs are a complete successes, so we can imagine that a program that is supposed to be up and running on 1-1-24 that does even have anywhere to report this information will be a tremendous success. You an check out more about The Orlando Law Group here,  http://www.theorlandolawgroup.com/ so when you have questions, you can call them and then can help you out!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-14128189 Mon, 25 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2287 4 124 full false Episode 123: Wendy Wagner/Kristina Peacock/Alena Rivera - Exit Global Realty - "Exit Stage Right" Episode 123: Wendy Wagner/Kristina Peacock/Alena Rivera - Exit Global Realty - "Exit Stage Right" Episode 123 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought 3 lovely ladies into the GRP Studios to talk about Exit Global Realty. Wendy Wagner, Kristina Peacock and Alena Rivera all joined me today and explained how a meeting that may or may not have included wine and napkins resulted in them joining forces and becoming a part of what is Exit Global Realty. These ladies obviously love what they do, they love the clients/customers that they deal with on a regular basis and they love giving back to the community in both personal and professional ways. We talked about competition, (or is it really competition), how they are different from some of the other realtors in the industry, how they approach business, the ability to work 24/7 and how a rising tide lifts all of the boats!!! Great time with these ladies, love their passion for what they do. You can check them out at https://www.exitglobalrealty.com/

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]]> Episode 123 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought 3 lovely ladies into the GRP Studios to talk about Exit Global Realty. Wendy Wagner, Kristina Peacock and Alena Rivera all joined me today and explained how a meeting that may or may not have included wine and napkins resulted in them joining forces and becoming a part of what is Exit Global Realty. These ladies obviously love what they do, they love the clients/customers that they deal with on a regular basis and they love giving back to the community in both personal and professional ways. We talked about competition, (or is it really competition), how they are different from some of the other realtors in the industry, how they approach business, the ability to work 24/7 and how a rising tide lifts all of the boats!!! Great time with these ladies, love their passion for what they do. You can check them out at https://www.exitglobalrealty.com/

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13949300 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2666 4 123 full false Episode 122: Andrew Brainard - TranMed Care - "The Transporter - A Little TLC From TMC" Episode 122: Andrew Brainard - TranMed Care - "The Transporter - A Little TLC From TMC" Andrew Brainard with Trans-Med Care Long Distance Medical Transportation paid a visit to GRP Studios to record Episode 122 of the Check Your Six podcast. Andrew and I have talked on a couple of occasions and were finally able to connect and get him in to talk about what he does. First he helped me understand the operation of non-emergency medical transport, how he serves the public, the safety measures he takes, the care they give to those that are being transported and a variety of other parts of his business. We talked about finding workers for the transport vans, the concerns that some family members might have about using Trans-Med Care, which I was surprised to discover the top concern as well as the way that Trans-Med Care gives back to the community with organizations like the Alzheimer's Association. He talked about non-emergency transport being somewhat like the Wild West with little to no regulation or oversight and how he is helping in creating those guidelines. Love what they do and their passion for people. You can find out more about them here..https://trans-medcare.com so check them out if you need to transport anyone in a non-emergency condition just about any distance.

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]]> Andrew Brainard with Trans-Med Care Long Distance Medical Transportation paid a visit to GRP Studios to record Episode 122 of the Check Your Six podcast. Andrew and I have talked on a couple of occasions and were finally able to connect and get him in to talk about what he does. First he helped me understand the operation of non-emergency medical transport, how he serves the public, the safety measures he takes, the care they give to those that are being transported and a variety of other parts of his business. We talked about finding workers for the transport vans, the concerns that some family members might have about using Trans-Med Care, which I was surprised to discover the top concern as well as the way that Trans-Med Care gives back to the community with organizations like the Alzheimer's Association. He talked about non-emergency transport being somewhat like the Wild West with little to no regulation or oversight and how he is helping in creating those guidelines. Love what they do and their passion for people. You can find out more about them here..https://trans-medcare.com so check them out if you need to transport anyone in a non-emergency condition just about any distance.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13935969 Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2038 4 122 full false Episode 121: John Blum - Five Star Claims Adjusting - "I Think I Need A Little Adjustment" Episode 121: John Blum - Five Star Claims Adjusting - "I Think I Need A Little Adjustment" Episode 121 of the Check Your Six podcast brought John Blum into the GRP Studios representing Five Star Claims Adjusting. Being a homeowner is a great position to be in but sometimes as we have said on the program before, "you don't know what you don't know until you realize you don't know it". John talked a lot about so many things that Joe Average homeowner or business owner(who leases) may not realize about their homeowners insurance policy. Things that may be covered or may not be covered, changes in the law and regulations that can impact what you can claim. The need for a Law & Ordinance Provision in your insurance policy that covers things somewhat like replacement value for a car insurance policy does. Asking for the license when an adjuster shows up to provide that assessment of you home, why you need a claims adjuster and so much more!! Still have a lot to learn about why claims adjusters are so valuable. You can check them out at https://www.fivestarclaimsadjusting.com

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]]> Episode 121 of the Check Your Six podcast brought John Blum into the GRP Studios representing Five Star Claims Adjusting. Being a homeowner is a great position to be in but sometimes as we have said on the program before, "you don't know what you don't know until you realize you don't know it". John talked a lot about so many things that Joe Average homeowner or business owner(who leases) may not realize about their homeowners insurance policy. Things that may be covered or may not be covered, changes in the law and regulations that can impact what you can claim. The need for a Law & Ordinance Provision in your insurance policy that covers things somewhat like replacement value for a car insurance policy does. Asking for the license when an adjuster shows up to provide that assessment of you home, why you need a claims adjuster and so much more!! Still have a lot to learn about why claims adjusters are so valuable. You can check them out at https://www.fivestarclaimsadjusting.com

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13928363 Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2269 4 121 full false Episode 120: Eric Hale - DreamQuest Tiny Neighborhoods - "Big Tiny Houses" Episode 120: Eric Hale - DreamQuest Tiny Neighborhoods - "Big Tiny Houses" I had the pleasure of having Eric Hale stop by the GRP Studios today to record his session about DreamQuest Tiny Neighborhoods Inc. Coming from a small town in Southern Idaho(they didn't have a traffic light) and working his way through the construction industry, facilities management and seeing all of the things that are done wrong from a construction standpoint, he decided to do something to address the affordable housing issue starting in Florida. This was not at all what I expected whenI invited him on the podcast a month or so ago, I did not expect someone that was passionate about solving a real problem with some outside the box, or house, thinking. I am excited to see where he ends up taking this and what kind of an impact he can make!! You can check out more of what they do on the website...https://dqtn.org

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]]> I had the pleasure of having Eric Hale stop by the GRP Studios today to record his session about DreamQuest Tiny Neighborhoods Inc. Coming from a small town in Southern Idaho(they didn't have a traffic light) and working his way through the construction industry, facilities management and seeing all of the things that are done wrong from a construction standpoint, he decided to do something to address the affordable housing issue starting in Florida. This was not at all what I expected whenI invited him on the podcast a month or so ago, I did not expect someone that was passionate about solving a real problem with some outside the box, or house, thinking. I am excited to see where he ends up taking this and what kind of an impact he can make!! You can check out more of what they do on the website...https://dqtn.org

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13853912 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2483 4 120 full false Episode 119: Dr. Jim Rybacki - The Essential Guide to Prescription Drugs - "Is There A Doctor In The House" Episode 119: Dr. Jim Rybacki - The Essential Guide to Prescription Drugs - "Is There A Doctor In The House" Our good friend Dr. Jim Rybacki stopped by GRP Studios today for some filming and some podcast time. We have been working with Dr. Rybacki for several years with his EGMN/Essential Guide to Medical News and the EGPD/Essential Guide to Prescription drugs content that covers a wide range of medical news and information. We talked today about how he ended up where he is today(he was almost a Dentist), his passion for what he does and the walk that he and his wife took after her diagnosis of breast cancer. His website, www.doctorjimrybacki.com is a fantastic resource for just about anything you need to know with 15 separate health channels that are available for you to view or subscribe too.

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]]> Our good friend Dr. Jim Rybacki stopped by GRP Studios today for some filming and some podcast time. We have been working with Dr. Rybacki for several years with his EGMN/Essential Guide to Medical News and the EGPD/Essential Guide to Prescription drugs content that covers a wide range of medical news and information. We talked today about how he ended up where he is today(he was almost a Dentist), his passion for what he does and the walk that he and his wife took after her diagnosis of breast cancer. His website, www.doctorjimrybacki.com is a fantastic resource for just about anything you need to know with 15 separate health channels that are available for you to view or subscribe too.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13768465 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2240 4 119 full false Episode 118: Amy Kirkland - Seminole State College - "Go State Go Far" Episode 118: Amy Kirkland - Seminole State College - "Go State Go Far" Amy Kirkland with Seminole State College stopped by GRP Studios today to talk about Seminole State College and how you can "Go State and Go Far".  Seminole State presented at a Seminole Chamber meeting a few months back and really did a fantastic job letting the attendees know about all off the programs that they offer for students, business owners and the community as a whole. Amy is very passionate about what she does and is was evident during the podcast in all of the things she talked about. Advice for business owners, the partnership with UCF, the SBDC and all of the resources that are available through the programs at Seminole State College. Some of the things like the nursing programs that are tops in the nation is just one example of the quality of education and information that is available!!

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]]> Amy Kirkland with Seminole State College stopped by GRP Studios today to talk about Seminole State College and how you can "Go State and Go Far".  Seminole State presented at a Seminole Chamber meeting a few months back and really did a fantastic job letting the attendees know about all off the programs that they offer for students, business owners and the community as a whole. Amy is very passionate about what she does and is was evident during the podcast in all of the things she talked about. Advice for business owners, the partnership with UCF, the SBDC and all of the resources that are available through the programs at Seminole State College. Some of the things like the nursing programs that are tops in the nation is just one example of the quality of education and information that is available!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13622662 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2325 4 118 full false Episode 117: Andy Lawniczak - Creative Imaging Wraps - "It's A Wrap" Episode 117: Andy Lawniczak - Creative Imaging Wraps - "It's A Wrap" Episode 117 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Andy Lawniczak into the GRP Studios to talk about printing, wrapping, not "rapping" and other challenges Andy has with creating excellent product for his clients. Andy is a faith based company and is committed to doing things in a manner that reflect that faith in the way he treats and service those that use Creative Wraps. He talked about how he arrived in Central Florida and I thanked him for spending lots of money when he would come to Disney, helps with my wife's retirement? Like many of us, Andy does get requests to do things for free or really cheap and while that might be a good thing to do, sometimes we get the feeling that those asking the questions don't understand that if everything is done for free, sooner or later nothing gets done!! It was great to listen to him talk about how he continues to grow and develop this business!!

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]]> Episode 117 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Andy Lawniczak into the GRP Studios to talk about printing, wrapping, not "rapping" and other challenges Andy has with creating excellent product for his clients. Andy is a faith based company and is committed to doing things in a manner that reflect that faith in the way he treats and service those that use Creative Wraps. He talked about how he arrived in Central Florida and I thanked him for spending lots of money when he would come to Disney, helps with my wife's retirement? Like many of us, Andy does get requests to do things for free or really cheap and while that might be a good thing to do, sometimes we get the feeling that those asking the questions don't understand that if everything is done for free, sooner or later nothing gets done!! It was great to listen to him talk about how he continues to grow and develop this business!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13532855 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2225 4 117 full false Episode 116: Brian Nagle - Real Time Services - "We Are Talking PEO" Episode 116: Brian Nagle - Real Time Services - "We Are Talking PEO" Episode 116 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Brian Nagle with Real Time Services into the GRP Studios to talk about all kinds of stuff. We covered his move from the East Coast to Florida, his transition from mostly providing payroll funding for staffing companies to the PEO services that they are currently focusing on. The growth of some businesses during the craziness that affected all of us in 2020 to the downturn in those same industries, specifically the medical staffing businesses, with the changes that have happened in the medical industry. Brian loves what he does and is always looking out for businesses and how he can help them grow, even to some of us(me) that don't listen very well!! #peo #grpstudios #podcast #realtimeservices #payroll #small-business #checkyoursix #CY6

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]]> Episode 116 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Brian Nagle with Real Time Services into the GRP Studios to talk about all kinds of stuff. We covered his move from the East Coast to Florida, his transition from mostly providing payroll funding for staffing companies to the PEO services that they are currently focusing on. The growth of some businesses during the craziness that affected all of us in 2020 to the downturn in those same industries, specifically the medical staffing businesses, with the changes that have happened in the medical industry. Brian loves what he does and is always looking out for businesses and how he can help them grow, even to some of us(me) that don't listen very well!! #peo #grpstudios #podcast #realtimeservices #payroll #small-business #checkyoursix #CY6

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13443043 Mon, 28 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2295 4 116 full false Episode 115: Alexis Daniel - Urban Air Adventure Park - "Franchising The Urban Air" Episode 115: Alexis Daniel - Urban Air Adventure Park - "Franchising The Urban Air" Alexis Daniel from the Urban Air Adventure Park in Altamonte Springs stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 114 of the Check Your Six Podcast. Based out of Texas, this location of Urban Air Adventure is a new addition to the Altamonte Springs business landscape.
https://www.urbanair.com/florida-altamonte-springs/
It is a lot more than just a trampoline park, there are a lot of activities that kids(and adults) of all ages can participate in. Besides the activity areas, they have a great area for parties and can handle more than a lot of "event spaces" for things like birthday parties, company team building events and just about any other meeting type. Nothing better in a team building event than battling a co-worker, or boss, on the battle beam!! You can reach Alexis at alexis@urbanairaltamontesprings.com to hear more about the facility! #urbanairadventurepark #grpstudios #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #small-business

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]]> Alexis Daniel from the Urban Air Adventure Park in Altamonte Springs stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 114 of the Check Your Six Podcast. Based out of Texas, this location of Urban Air Adventure is a new addition to the Altamonte Springs business landscape.
https://www.urbanair.com/florida-altamonte-springs/
It is a lot more than just a trampoline park, there are a lot of activities that kids(and adults) of all ages can participate in. Besides the activity areas, they have a great area for parties and can handle more than a lot of "event spaces" for things like birthday parties, company team building events and just about any other meeting type. Nothing better in a team building event than battling a co-worker, or boss, on the battle beam!! You can reach Alexis at alexis@urbanairaltamontesprings.com to hear more about the facility! #urbanairadventurepark #grpstudios #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13365075 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1873 4 115 full false Episode 114: Beth Robertson - Cookies for Kids' Cancer - "This Cookie Doesn't Crumble" Episode 114: Beth Robertson - Cookies for Kids' Cancer - "This Cookie Doesn't Crumble" Beth Robertson with Cookies for Kids' Cancer was "Being A Good Cookie " when she dropped into the GRP Studios for Episode 114 of the Check Your Six Podcast. I have listened to her presentation at some of the Seminole Chamber meetings but it was great to get more than 1 minute of what it is that she does. We had so much a great  conversation before the session even started, some that covered her background about her parents, specifically her mother, her journey through the diagnosis of cancer in her son, the lack of treatment for cancer in kids, the reason she is so passionate about what she is doing and even more. Cookies for Kids Cancer, https://cookiesforkidscancer.org/ is doing some fantastic work in making a difference in the lives of kids and their families that have pediatric cancer. Both through research and treatment programs that were not even available when Beth's son went through her treatment. It was great hearing her story. #pediatriccancer #kids #hope #GRPStudios #CheckYourSixPodcast #research #treatments

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]]> Beth Robertson with Cookies for Kids' Cancer was "Being A Good Cookie " when she dropped into the GRP Studios for Episode 114 of the Check Your Six Podcast. I have listened to her presentation at some of the Seminole Chamber meetings but it was great to get more than 1 minute of what it is that she does. We had so much a great  conversation before the session even started, some that covered her background about her parents, specifically her mother, her journey through the diagnosis of cancer in her son, the lack of treatment for cancer in kids, the reason she is so passionate about what she is doing and even more. Cookies for Kids Cancer, https://cookiesforkidscancer.org/ is doing some fantastic work in making a difference in the lives of kids and their families that have pediatric cancer. Both through research and treatment programs that were not even available when Beth's son went through her treatment. It was great hearing her story. #pediatriccancer #kids #hope #GRPStudios #CheckYourSixPodcast #research #treatments

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13302193 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2332 4 114 full false Episode 113: David Rubin - W1nners F1tness/Heroes Strong - "We Need A Hero" Episode 113: David Rubin - W1nners F1tness/Heroes Strong - "We Need A Hero" David Rubin stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 113 of the Check Your Six podcast. We had so much to cover with David starting with W1nners F1tness and yes, that is spelled correctly and Heroes Strong and how that all started. I think if you look up "Passion" in the dictionary, you will find a picture of David along with a description of those things that he is passionate about. His work with kids in developing the athletic skill set both on and off the field, as well as his appreciation to all those he calls "Heroes", the military, law enforcement, firefighters, educators and healthcare workers. It is a longer than normal episode but there was so much to cover we just let it roll. You can see all that he is involved with Heroes Strong at their website, https://www.heroesstrong.org including a very special event with NASCAR in August at the Daytona. If you would like to attend this race, you can go to the link and click on the Events tab for more information. #heroesstrong #educators #firefighters #healthcare #lawenforcement #checkyoursix #podcast

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]]> David Rubin stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 113 of the Check Your Six podcast. We had so much to cover with David starting with W1nners F1tness and yes, that is spelled correctly and Heroes Strong and how that all started. I think if you look up "Passion" in the dictionary, you will find a picture of David along with a description of those things that he is passionate about. His work with kids in developing the athletic skill set both on and off the field, as well as his appreciation to all those he calls "Heroes", the military, law enforcement, firefighters, educators and healthcare workers. It is a longer than normal episode but there was so much to cover we just let it roll. You can see all that he is involved with Heroes Strong at their website, https://www.heroesstrong.org including a very special event with NASCAR in August at the Daytona. If you would like to attend this race, you can go to the link and click on the Events tab for more information. #heroesstrong #educators #firefighters #healthcare #lawenforcement #checkyoursix #podcast

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13231747 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3504 4 113 full false Episode 112: Craig Leysen - Veterans Benefits "It's Alive" Episode 112: Craig Leysen - Veterans Benefits "It's Alive" Craig Leysen rejoined me this week for the 112th episode of the Check Your Six podcast after being away for a bit. It was great to have him back in talking about veteran stuff. Most of it was talking about the benefits that veterans have available to them without even knowing it simply because we don't know where to start. We talked about using the https://www.va.gov site to get started in looking for the resources in your state. Using https://www.archives.gov/veterans/benefits to do a deeper dive into specific benefits and how you can obtain your service records. Using the VSO through your state VA department to start the process and a lot more. We just want to encourage veterans to use the benefits that you have earned through your service and get the help you need!! #veterans #military #VA #benefits 

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]]> Craig Leysen rejoined me this week for the 112th episode of the Check Your Six podcast after being away for a bit. It was great to have him back in talking about veteran stuff. Most of it was talking about the benefits that veterans have available to them without even knowing it simply because we don't know where to start. We talked about using the https://www.va.gov site to get started in looking for the resources in your state. Using https://www.archives.gov/veterans/benefits to do a deeper dive into specific benefits and how you can obtain your service records. Using the VSO through your state VA department to start the process and a lot more. We just want to encourage veterans to use the benefits that you have earned through your service and get the help you need!! #veterans #military #VA #benefits 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-13073677 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2231 4 112 full false Episode 111: Trish Murphy - Marketing Smarty Pants/FAVOB "Don't Be A Smarty Pants" Episode 111: Trish Murphy - Marketing Smarty Pants/FAVOB "Don't Be A Smarty Pants" Air Force Veteran Trish Murphy stopped by GRP Studios for the 111th Episode of the Check Your Six podcast to talk about a couple of business topics. The first is her business, Marketing Smarty Pants that deals with you guessed it, marketing for your business. Obviously not just marketing, Smarty Pants covers a lot of the concepts and programs that help your business become more visible and appealing to potential clients. We also talked about her involvement with FAVOB, the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses, its development and growth especially over the last couple of years. How FAVOB is working at bringing those nearly 200,000 veteran owned businesses into one place that civilians, government contractors and other businesses can find Veteran owned companies to work with. With 5 branches at the time of this broadcast, the sky is the only limit to what could happen with FAVOB!
You can check out her work with Smarty Pants at her website, https://www.marketingsmartypants.com

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]]> Air Force Veteran Trish Murphy stopped by GRP Studios for the 111th Episode of the Check Your Six podcast to talk about a couple of business topics. The first is her business, Marketing Smarty Pants that deals with you guessed it, marketing for your business. Obviously not just marketing, Smarty Pants covers a lot of the concepts and programs that help your business become more visible and appealing to potential clients. We also talked about her involvement with FAVOB, the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses, its development and growth especially over the last couple of years. How FAVOB is working at bringing those nearly 200,000 veteran owned businesses into one place that civilians, government contractors and other businesses can find Veteran owned companies to work with. With 5 branches at the time of this broadcast, the sky is the only limit to what could happen with FAVOB!
You can check out her work with Smarty Pants at her website, https://www.marketingsmartypants.com

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12991119 Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2235 4 111 full false Episode 110: Jason Quint - Outdoor Kitchen Guy "When Quint The Eskimo Get Here" Episode 110: Jason Quint - Outdoor Kitchen Guy "When Quint The Eskimo Get Here" The 110th Episode of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Jason Quint into the GRP Studios to talk about kitchens both as the owner of Signature Kitchens and The Outdoor Kitchen Guy! Jason talked about his transition from the CFO of companies like Home Depot and Bed, Bath & Beyond to owning and running his own business. Like many entrepreneurs, Jason was sure that his experience and expertise in being the CFO of national chains would make this simple, if he could not double the business  in XXX amount of years, he was not as good as he thought. Well again, like many entrepreneurs, most of us were not prepared for what happened in 2020 in regard to business. Jason talked a lot about his strategy in building the business, how they pivoted and changed direction with some of his actions, all to help the business adapt and grow!!

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]]> The 110th Episode of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Jason Quint into the GRP Studios to talk about kitchens both as the owner of Signature Kitchens and The Outdoor Kitchen Guy! Jason talked about his transition from the CFO of companies like Home Depot and Bed, Bath & Beyond to owning and running his own business. Like many entrepreneurs, Jason was sure that his experience and expertise in being the CFO of national chains would make this simple, if he could not double the business  in XXX amount of years, he was not as good as he thought. Well again, like many entrepreneurs, most of us were not prepared for what happened in 2020 in regard to business. Jason talked a lot about his strategy in building the business, how they pivoted and changed direction with some of his actions, all to help the business adapt and grow!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12947253 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2422 4 110 full false Episode 109: Season 3 Recap - A Look Back At Some Great Guests! Episode 109: Season 3 Recap - A Look Back At Some Great Guests! Episode 109 looked back at Season 3 of the Check Your Six podcast and the guests that have either been in the studio or have been out on location. It has been very different without my Air Force cop buddy Craig with me in the studio hosting the podcast with me, hopefully we can get him back in for some special guest host episodes in this next season. It was a pleasure having all of the people take time out of their day to some in and sit down for a bit to tell their story, I am honored that they took the time to do that and also look forward to what is next for this podcast. Thanks to everyone that has joined in and if there is ever anything that you would like to discuss, let me know and we will see what we can do!!

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]]> Episode 109 looked back at Season 3 of the Check Your Six podcast and the guests that have either been in the studio or have been out on location. It has been very different without my Air Force cop buddy Craig with me in the studio hosting the podcast with me, hopefully we can get him back in for some special guest host episodes in this next season. It was a pleasure having all of the people take time out of their day to some in and sit down for a bit to tell their story, I am honored that they took the time to do that and also look forward to what is next for this podcast. Thanks to everyone that has joined in and if there is ever anything that you would like to discuss, let me know and we will see what we can do!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12899467 Tue, 23 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1150 3 109 full false Episode 108: Brian Fitzpatrick - The Discerning Detailer - "It's All In The Details" Episode 108: Brian Fitzpatrick - The Discerning Detailer - "It's All In The Details" Brian Fitzpatrick stopped by the GRP Studios for Episode 108 of the Check Your Six podcast to talk about his business, The Discerning Detailer. Brian had moved to Central Florida from the Boston area and decided he had enough of the corporate life and after some research decided to open his mobile detailing business. He talked about why he chose this business, the things he continues to learn every day about his business and how best to promote and grow it. He also talked about the challenges of operating this type of business in Florida with the sun, the heat, sea salt, love bugs, tree debris and a variety of other things that can his job even more challenging.

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]]> Brian Fitzpatrick stopped by the GRP Studios for Episode 108 of the Check Your Six podcast to talk about his business, The Discerning Detailer. Brian had moved to Central Florida from the Boston area and decided he had enough of the corporate life and after some research decided to open his mobile detailing business. He talked about why he chose this business, the things he continues to learn every day about his business and how best to promote and grow it. He also talked about the challenges of operating this type of business in Florida with the sun, the heat, sea salt, love bugs, tree debris and a variety of other things that can his job even more challenging.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12802631 Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2407 3 108 full false Episode 107: Ed Pisani - i4 Web Services - "It's Better Than The Real I-4" Episode 107: Ed Pisani - i4 Web Services - "It's Better Than The Real I-4" For those of us that live in Central Florida, I4 is more often than not, a long and torturous travel. However, the i4 Web Services owned and operated by Ed Pisani is anything but a long and torturous journey. He stopped by the GRP Studios for Episode 107 of the Check Your Six podcast and shared a glimpse of what he does and how he operates. There is so much ground to cover in the web design/web development space that we did not get even close to covering all of the topics but I loved hearing how he works, his "why" in regards to clients, family, community and so much more. It really was an honor to sit and listen to him talk about he much he values those he works with and interacts with on a regular basis. We both agreed that our friendship with Sean Esler is something to be treasured and we are both honored to consider him a friend, even if he doesn't like the computer platforms I choose!!

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]]> For those of us that live in Central Florida, I4 is more often than not, a long and torturous travel. However, the i4 Web Services owned and operated by Ed Pisani is anything but a long and torturous journey. He stopped by the GRP Studios for Episode 107 of the Check Your Six podcast and shared a glimpse of what he does and how he operates. There is so much ground to cover in the web design/web development space that we did not get even close to covering all of the topics but I loved hearing how he works, his "why" in regards to clients, family, community and so much more. It really was an honor to sit and listen to him talk about he much he values those he works with and interacts with on a regular basis. We both agreed that our friendship with Sean Esler is something to be treasured and we are both honored to consider him a friend, even if he doesn't like the computer platforms I choose!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12623143 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2822 3 107 full false Episode 106: Robin Nutter-Coleman Luxury Pop Up Picnic Company - "They Are Popping Up Everywhere" Episode 106: Robin Nutter-Coleman Luxury Pop Up Picnic Company - "They Are Popping Up Everywhere" Robin Nutter-Coleman, the owner of Luxury Pop Up Picnic Company stopped by the GRP Studios for 106th Episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Robins business is not really new and there are others do similar things but I had never really thought about how it would all work for her as an event planner. We talked about some of the challenges that she had in starting the business, including trying to explain exactly what it is that she does. Her desire to connect people and give everyone just a little bit of time to break away and enjoy a few moments of event that they don't have to think about. She also talked about some of the things she felt in some of her first meetings with other business owners in networking groups and how she does those meeting now. 

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]]> Robin Nutter-Coleman, the owner of Luxury Pop Up Picnic Company stopped by the GRP Studios for 106th Episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Robins business is not really new and there are others do similar things but I had never really thought about how it would all work for her as an event planner. We talked about some of the challenges that she had in starting the business, including trying to explain exactly what it is that she does. Her desire to connect people and give everyone just a little bit of time to break away and enjoy a few moments of event that they don't have to think about. She also talked about some of the things she felt in some of her first meetings with other business owners in networking groups and how she does those meeting now. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12595392 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2132 3 106 full false Episode 105: Jocelyn Thomas - Mayweather Boxing & Fitness - "It's A Knockout Punch" Episode 105: Jocelyn Thomas - Mayweather Boxing & Fitness - "It's A Knockout Punch" The Check Your Six podcast made a visit to Mayweather Boxing and Fitness to speak with Army Captain Jocelyn Thomas about operating and managing a fitness facility. 
We covered several issues, many of them directed at the differences between leading and directing in the military vs the same functions in the civilian world. While many have not served and may not understand why there is a difference, a different mindset, dedication, drive and other factors that determine how we as veterans are motivated. She talked about being a servant leader, leading by doing, the difference between authority and influence and how she approaches that in the civilian world. She also gave shout out to Bodies By Design University in Atlanta where she received her certification and her instructors Mr. Cory and Mr. Doug!!

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]]> The Check Your Six podcast made a visit to Mayweather Boxing and Fitness to speak with Army Captain Jocelyn Thomas about operating and managing a fitness facility. 
We covered several issues, many of them directed at the differences between leading and directing in the military vs the same functions in the civilian world. While many have not served and may not understand why there is a difference, a different mindset, dedication, drive and other factors that determine how we as veterans are motivated. She talked about being a servant leader, leading by doing, the difference between authority and influence and how she approaches that in the civilian world. She also gave shout out to Bodies By Design University in Atlanta where she received her certification and her instructors Mr. Cory and Mr. Doug!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12513646 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1726 3 105 full false Episode 104: Tony Smith - Auto Lawn Of Orlando - "Setting Them Up and Mowing Them Down" Episode 104: Tony Smith - Auto Lawn Of Orlando - "Setting Them Up and Mowing Them Down" The 104th Episode of the Check Your Six podcast brought Tony Smith into the GRP Studios to talk about his business Auto Lawn of Orlando. Robotic mowing is still fairly new to the states but evidently in other parts of the world they are pretty common, especially in Europe. Tony talked about his start in the industry, getting his business set up, some of the challenges in getting people to really look at this as an option for lawn maintenance as well as some other subject that involve robotic lawn services. Especially as we get older, this sound like a pretty good option to keeping a nice evenly cut manicured lawn with something that is among other things, an eco friendly solution. You can check out his website at autolawnoforlando.com for more details or to contact him about what he does.

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]]> The 104th Episode of the Check Your Six podcast brought Tony Smith into the GRP Studios to talk about his business Auto Lawn of Orlando. Robotic mowing is still fairly new to the states but evidently in other parts of the world they are pretty common, especially in Europe. Tony talked about his start in the industry, getting his business set up, some of the challenges in getting people to really look at this as an option for lawn maintenance as well as some other subject that involve robotic lawn services. Especially as we get older, this sound like a pretty good option to keeping a nice evenly cut manicured lawn with something that is among other things, an eco friendly solution. You can check out his website at autolawnoforlando.com for more details or to contact him about what he does.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12395038 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2381 3 104 full false Episode 103: Maria Hewitt - Maria Hewitt Financial Coaching - "Let's Get Fis-a-cal" Episode 103: Maria Hewitt - Maria Hewitt Financial Coaching - "Let's Get Fis-a-cal" The 103rd Episode of the Check Your Six podcast brought Maria Hewitt into the GRP Studios to talk about her business, financial coaching. We talked about the experiences that she had that led her to do what she is doing today, the difference between a financial planner and a financial coach. Finding a path to financial freedom, the misconception about budgets being restrictive, an update on the old envelope system for cash called Qube Money, you can get 3 months free with this link, https://qubemoney.com/influencer/hewitt-coach/?affiliate_id=1218&transaction_id=102f2f42e5e2ea37a7bfb3cc1b6a15&affiliate_name=Maria+Hewitt+Financial+Coaching some of the excuses that people use for not getting a financial coach and so much more. There we so many things that we did not get to about finances that I may have to bring her back and discuss more. Maria has such a passion for helping people find that path that will lead to being more financially secure without have to make a lot of money. Great conversation today about things that most of us are just not aware of!! You can check out what she does at http://www.hewittcoach.com/ and see if she can help get you in fis-a-cal shape!!

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]]> The 103rd Episode of the Check Your Six podcast brought Maria Hewitt into the GRP Studios to talk about her business, financial coaching. We talked about the experiences that she had that led her to do what she is doing today, the difference between a financial planner and a financial coach. Finding a path to financial freedom, the misconception about budgets being restrictive, an update on the old envelope system for cash called Qube Money, you can get 3 months free with this link, https://qubemoney.com/influencer/hewitt-coach/?affiliate_id=1218&transaction_id=102f2f42e5e2ea37a7bfb3cc1b6a15&affiliate_name=Maria+Hewitt+Financial+Coaching some of the excuses that people use for not getting a financial coach and so much more. There we so many things that we did not get to about finances that I may have to bring her back and discuss more. Maria has such a passion for helping people find that path that will lead to being more financially secure without have to make a lot of money. Great conversation today about things that most of us are just not aware of!! You can check out what she does at http://www.hewittcoach.com/ and see if she can help get you in fis-a-cal shape!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12286822 Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2579 3 103 full false Episode 102: Charles & Deborah Morris - Keller Williams Advantage Realty "Burning Down the House...ing Market" Episode 102: Charles & Deborah Morris - Keller Williams Advantage Realty "Burning Down the House...ing Market" Deborah and Charles Morris with Keller Advantage Realty stopped in to the GRP Studios for the 102nd episode of the Check Your Six podcast. We talked about some of the "advantages" of having a realty "team" like Charles and Deborah, client expectations of realtors and well as a conversation about abundance vs scarcity. Covered some of the mistakes that both home buyers and sellers sometimes make in the home transaction process and a view that most don't see with realtors and the "competition". They also talked about what they do to give back to the community that they serve.
Also gave a shout out to "Doc" and Raniey Nave with B.A.T. Bikers Against Trafficking as well as my son Austin and his "Frightmares" podcast. 

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]]> Deborah and Charles Morris with Keller Advantage Realty stopped in to the GRP Studios for the 102nd episode of the Check Your Six podcast. We talked about some of the "advantages" of having a realty "team" like Charles and Deborah, client expectations of realtors and well as a conversation about abundance vs scarcity. Covered some of the mistakes that both home buyers and sellers sometimes make in the home transaction process and a view that most don't see with realtors and the "competition". They also talked about what they do to give back to the community that they serve.
Also gave a shout out to "Doc" and Raniey Nave with B.A.T. Bikers Against Trafficking as well as my son Austin and his "Frightmares" podcast. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12184084 Mon, 06 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2267 3 102 full false Episode 101: Marty Jean-Louis/Chris Cuff - 24Flix/ICFF - "Working 9 To 5...NOT Episode 101: Marty Jean-Louis/Chris Cuff - 24Flix/ICFF - "Working 9 To 5...NOT The one hundred and first episode of the CY6 - Check Your Six podcast brought a couple of brothers in the faith into the GRP Studios to talk about 24Flix, the International Christian Film & Music Festival and a variety of other topics. Marty Jean-Louis, Chris Cuff and I have know each other for more than a decade that all started with the little My Christian Films production studio in Orlando. Marty and Chris talked about why they do what they do, some of the challenges they have in all of their projects as well the response that comes from the work they do. It was great getting to sit down with both of them  and catch up on what they are doing as well as looking forward to the 11th Annual International Christian Film & Music Festival in May.

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]]> The one hundred and first episode of the CY6 - Check Your Six podcast brought a couple of brothers in the faith into the GRP Studios to talk about 24Flix, the International Christian Film & Music Festival and a variety of other topics. Marty Jean-Louis, Chris Cuff and I have know each other for more than a decade that all started with the little My Christian Films production studio in Orlando. Marty and Chris talked about why they do what they do, some of the challenges they have in all of their projects as well the response that comes from the work they do. It was great getting to sit down with both of them  and catch up on what they are doing as well as looking forward to the 11th Annual International Christian Film & Music Festival in May.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-12094976 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2435 3 101 full false Episode 100: Dr. Richard Bocco - Seminole Integrative Medicine - " Release The Kraken" Episode 100: Dr. Richard Bocco - Seminole Integrative Medicine - " Release The Kraken" Episode 100 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Dr. Richard Bocco in to the GRP Studios to talk about Seminole Integrative Medicine in Casselberry. It wasn't just about cracking some bones, we talked a lot about some of the misconceptions that people have about chiropractic services, some of the challenges that have in overcoming some of those misconceptions along with team building, holistic healing, and a variety of other topics. We talked about some of the things that we put in our bodies and then wonder why they are not healing or acting like we think. Masking the pain with pharmaceutic solutions instead of finding the source of the pain and treating the problem. A discussion on some of our favorite fast food, some of which have been sitting in his office for 5 YEARS uncovered and have not deteriorated or grown moldy, and the obvious inability for the host to get out the word strategy!!! 

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]]> Episode 100 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Dr. Richard Bocco in to the GRP Studios to talk about Seminole Integrative Medicine in Casselberry. It wasn't just about cracking some bones, we talked a lot about some of the misconceptions that people have about chiropractic services, some of the challenges that have in overcoming some of those misconceptions along with team building, holistic healing, and a variety of other topics. We talked about some of the things that we put in our bodies and then wonder why they are not healing or acting like we think. Masking the pain with pharmaceutic solutions instead of finding the source of the pain and treating the problem. A discussion on some of our favorite fast food, some of which have been sitting in his office for 5 YEARS uncovered and have not deteriorated or grown moldy, and the obvious inability for the host to get out the word strategy!!! 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-11889975 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2575 3 100 full false Episode 99: Steffen Brandt - Body Street Winter Park - "It's Electric" Episode 99: Steffen Brandt - Body Street Winter Park - "It's Electric" Episode 99 of the Check Your Six podcast was a road trip to Body Street in Winter Park. I sat down with one of the owners, Steffen Brant and studio manager Dylan Ellis-Burtenshaw, to get the info on this one of a kind(for now) workout facility in Winter Park. Body Street is another member of the Seminole Chamber of Commerce and have had several members of the Chamber go through their program. Learned a lot from both of them why even though it is a "shocking" experience, it really is a great way to get a full body workout done once a week. Even though it almost sounds too good to be true, give them a try and it will make a difference. 

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]]> Episode 99 of the Check Your Six podcast was a road trip to Body Street in Winter Park. I sat down with one of the owners, Steffen Brant and studio manager Dylan Ellis-Burtenshaw, to get the info on this one of a kind(for now) workout facility in Winter Park. Body Street is another member of the Seminole Chamber of Commerce and have had several members of the Chamber go through their program. Learned a lot from both of them why even though it is a "shocking" experience, it really is a great way to get a full body workout done once a week. Even though it almost sounds too good to be true, give them a try and it will make a difference. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-11858025 Mon, 12 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2021 3 100 full false Episode 98: Nikki Coppola - National Ovarian Cancer Coalition - "The Problem That No One Knows About" Episode 98: Nikki Coppola - National Ovarian Cancer Coalition - "The Problem That No One Knows About" Been a while since we have been in the podcast facility at GRP Studios in Longwood, but Episode 98 of the Check Your Six podcast was fantastic. I had Nikki Coppola with the National Ovarial Cancer Coalition(NOCC) in the studio along with her very special guest, a breast cancer and ovarian cancer survivor Barbara Kramer.
I learned a lot with these two women in the studio, first about the silence that comes with ovarian cancer and the other is the fighter mentality that both of these women possess. Nikki has a servants heart and a passion for helping others in creating hope and a better life for victims of all kinds of circumstances. Barbara was incredible just in the way that she described some of the things that she has gone through. Everyone knows about other cancers but it seems that ovarian cancer does not get the recognition and can be a tremendously challenging battle for women. Loved being able to talk with these two women and do what we can to bring attention to this terrible disease.

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]]> Been a while since we have been in the podcast facility at GRP Studios in Longwood, but Episode 98 of the Check Your Six podcast was fantastic. I had Nikki Coppola with the National Ovarial Cancer Coalition(NOCC) in the studio along with her very special guest, a breast cancer and ovarian cancer survivor Barbara Kramer.
I learned a lot with these two women in the studio, first about the silence that comes with ovarian cancer and the other is the fighter mentality that both of these women possess. Nikki has a servants heart and a passion for helping others in creating hope and a better life for victims of all kinds of circumstances. Barbara was incredible just in the way that she described some of the things that she has gone through. Everyone knows about other cancers but it seems that ovarian cancer does not get the recognition and can be a tremendously challenging battle for women. Loved being able to talk with these two women and do what we can to bring attention to this terrible disease.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-11723652 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2168 3 98 full false Episode 97: Dr. Dan Jurman - Camp Boggy Creek - "Is There A Doctor In The House" Episode 97: Dr. Dan Jurman - Camp Boggy Creek - "Is There A Doctor In The House" Episode 97 had a very special guest in the GRP Studios for the Check Your Six podcast with the new President/CEO of Camp Boggy Creek, Dr. Dan Jurman. Camp Boggy Creek has always been one of my favorite places and GRP Studios loves supporting the Camp through several of their fundraisers. Great conversation about where Dr. Jurman has been,  his background, his leadership style and what he sees as the future for the Camp. It was great getting to know him and how he works as well as learning about some of his passions, including being a fan of scary films, wasn't expecting that, as well as his plans for more books in addition to the couple that he has already authored. Looking forward to what the future holds for the Camp and the amount of children and families that will continue to be impacted by this fantastic place.

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]]> Episode 97 had a very special guest in the GRP Studios for the Check Your Six podcast with the new President/CEO of Camp Boggy Creek, Dr. Dan Jurman. Camp Boggy Creek has always been one of my favorite places and GRP Studios loves supporting the Camp through several of their fundraisers. Great conversation about where Dr. Jurman has been,  his background, his leadership style and what he sees as the future for the Camp. It was great getting to know him and how he works as well as learning about some of his passions, including being a fan of scary films, wasn't expecting that, as well as his plans for more books in addition to the couple that he has already authored. Looking forward to what the future holds for the Camp and the amount of children and families that will continue to be impacted by this fantastic place.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-11291854 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2221 3 97 full false Episode 96: Stuart Peisner - Professional Residential Mortgage Group - "We Are Talking PRMG" Episode 96: Stuart Peisner - Professional Residential Mortgage Group - "We Are Talking PRMG" Stuart Peisner dropped by GRP Studios for Episode 96 of the Check Your Six Podcast to talk about working in the residential mortgage industry. A graduate of both UF and UCF I suppose that make him a Gatorknight or a Knightgator but either way, we had some conversation about what he does, some of the issues and challenges he has working in this industry and how much he loves what he does. Talked a bit about the 2008-2009 housing market compared to today's issues, how they are different, what is similar if anything and some of the changes that had been made to help insure that the 2008 circumstances do not repeat themselves. It took a while for us to get him on the program, seemed like something always came up that conflicted with our schedules but finally we were able to get him in and get this done. Yes, Stuart is a member of the Seminole Chamber, in fact he is currently an Ambassador the the Chamber so it is another business that we have been able to highlight!!

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]]> Stuart Peisner dropped by GRP Studios for Episode 96 of the Check Your Six Podcast to talk about working in the residential mortgage industry. A graduate of both UF and UCF I suppose that make him a Gatorknight or a Knightgator but either way, we had some conversation about what he does, some of the issues and challenges he has working in this industry and how much he loves what he does. Talked a bit about the 2008-2009 housing market compared to today's issues, how they are different, what is similar if anything and some of the changes that had been made to help insure that the 2008 circumstances do not repeat themselves. It took a while for us to get him on the program, seemed like something always came up that conflicted with our schedules but finally we were able to get him in and get this done. Yes, Stuart is a member of the Seminole Chamber, in fact he is currently an Ambassador the the Chamber so it is another business that we have been able to highlight!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-11189719 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1844 3 96 full false Episode 95: Jason Arthur - Eighty Seven Degrees Business Coaching - "The Right Angle of Business Coaching" Episode 95: Jason Arthur - Eighty Seven Degrees Business Coaching - "The Right Angle of Business Coaching" Episode 95 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Jason Arthur into the GRP Studios to talk about business coaching. Jason grew up working in the family owned business and had first hand experience how a business operates, especially contracting. Jason has used his education, his experience to help create and develop a plan to help those businesses in the contracting industry to grow and be more profitable. Lots of conversation about things like the differences in similar construction trades even within the same state, the benefits of belonging to a local Chamber, if it is one that actually helps business and is not just a social club, some of the questions that he asks  in working with business owners. Of course, his recommendations about belonging to the Chamber had nothing to do with his wife Rebekah being the Executine Vice President of the Seminole Chamber, that was a total coincidence!! 

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]]> Episode 95 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Jason Arthur into the GRP Studios to talk about business coaching. Jason grew up working in the family owned business and had first hand experience how a business operates, especially contracting. Jason has used his education, his experience to help create and develop a plan to help those businesses in the contracting industry to grow and be more profitable. Lots of conversation about things like the differences in similar construction trades even within the same state, the benefits of belonging to a local Chamber, if it is one that actually helps business and is not just a social club, some of the questions that he asks  in working with business owners. Of course, his recommendations about belonging to the Chamber had nothing to do with his wife Rebekah being the Executine Vice President of the Seminole Chamber, that was a total coincidence!! 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-11096600 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1778 3 95 full false Episode 94: Daniel Max Shaw - New American Pro Wrestling, Inc - "We Are Getting Ready To Rumble" Episode 94: Daniel Max Shaw - New American Pro Wrestling, Inc - "We Are Getting Ready To Rumble" Episode 94 of the Check Your Six podcast was all about wrasslin' with Daniel Max Shaw, the President of New American Pro Wrestling, Inc. Besides being a certified health insurance agent, Daniel has sent nearly 11 years working with and for various wrestling federation as a ring announcer and interviewer. We did discuss his health insurance business but most of the conversation revolved around the state of wrestling, how he is involved, some of the experiences he has had and what he sees as the future of the industry. Received a lot of information about how the system works, how the wrestlers can advance, where they can learn the trade and other details about the business. No one was body slammed or hit with a folding chair so it all worked out pretty good!!

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]]> Episode 94 of the Check Your Six podcast was all about wrasslin' with Daniel Max Shaw, the President of New American Pro Wrestling, Inc. Besides being a certified health insurance agent, Daniel has sent nearly 11 years working with and for various wrestling federation as a ring announcer and interviewer. We did discuss his health insurance business but most of the conversation revolved around the state of wrestling, how he is involved, some of the experiences he has had and what he sees as the future of the industry. Received a lot of information about how the system works, how the wrestlers can advance, where they can learn the trade and other details about the business. No one was body slammed or hit with a folding chair so it all worked out pretty good!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-10807732 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1955 3 94 full false Episode 93: Kate Olson - Your CBD Store - "It's Not Mine, I'm Holding It For A Friend" Episode 93: Kate Olson - Your CBD Store - "It's Not Mine, I'm Holding It For A Friend" Episode 93 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Kate Olson into the GRP Studios and no, it wasn't that Kate Olson, it was the other 3rd cousin, twice removed on her mothers side!! Actually it was just Kate Elizabeth Olson, the owner of Your CBD Store in Longwood FL. Kate was in the studio to talk about starting and running a CBD Store and some of the challenges that she faces that might be somewhat different from other businesses like what they can actually say and not say at Your CBD Store. Compliance is a big issues in what she can tell customers that come into the store looking at what they can provide for a variety of aliments. The "stigma" of what the business is and the hesitation of some to even come into the store because they think they are entering a hookah lounge, smoke or vape shop. Interesting discussion about things that I was not aware of but now I know!!

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]]> Episode 93 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Kate Olson into the GRP Studios and no, it wasn't that Kate Olson, it was the other 3rd cousin, twice removed on her mothers side!! Actually it was just Kate Elizabeth Olson, the owner of Your CBD Store in Longwood FL. Kate was in the studio to talk about starting and running a CBD Store and some of the challenges that she faces that might be somewhat different from other businesses like what they can actually say and not say at Your CBD Store. Compliance is a big issues in what she can tell customers that come into the store looking at what they can provide for a variety of aliments. The "stigma" of what the business is and the hesitation of some to even come into the store because they think they are entering a hookah lounge, smoke or vape shop. Interesting discussion about things that I was not aware of but now I know!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-10780649 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1793 3 93 full false Episode 92: Christine Foltz - Believe Holistic Wellness - "On A Footpath To Wellness" Episode 92: Christine Foltz - Believe Holistic Wellness - "On A Footpath To Wellness" Season 3 kicks off with our 92nd Episode of the Check Your Six Podcast and our special guest Christine Foltz with Believe Holistic Wellness. Christine checked in via phone for this episode from Chambersburg Pennsylvania, where her and her family reside and where her business is located that combines Integrative Reflexology and essentials oils in a way that benefits your health and wellness. A two time cancer survivor, Christine has become a Certified Integrative Reflexologist and has continued her work as a doTerra Wellness Advocate to combine both of these into one fantastic business. Her knowledge of doTerra products is fantastic and she has been able to combine that with her practice of integrative reflexology to provide a very unique experience in helping you create a much better wellness balance for your body!! If you are ever in Chambersburg Penn, you need to make an appointment and stop in to see her.

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]]> Season 3 kicks off with our 92nd Episode of the Check Your Six Podcast and our special guest Christine Foltz with Believe Holistic Wellness. Christine checked in via phone for this episode from Chambersburg Pennsylvania, where her and her family reside and where her business is located that combines Integrative Reflexology and essentials oils in a way that benefits your health and wellness. A two time cancer survivor, Christine has become a Certified Integrative Reflexologist and has continued her work as a doTerra Wellness Advocate to combine both of these into one fantastic business. Her knowledge of doTerra products is fantastic and she has been able to combine that with her practice of integrative reflexology to provide a very unique experience in helping you create a much better wellness balance for your body!! If you are ever in Chambersburg Penn, you need to make an appointment and stop in to see her.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-10692719 Mon, 30 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1762 3 92 full false Episode 91: Tee Rogers - Dignity Memorial - "Something We Don't Like To Talk About" Episode 91: Tee Rogers - Dignity Memorial - "Something We Don't Like To Talk About" Tee Rogers with Dignity Memorial stopped by GRP Studios for the 91st Episode of the Check Your Six Podcast. Tee and I talked about something that most of us really don't want to discuss and that is the arrangements for our bodies once we have died. Most of us won't admit it but we all have an end date, death has a 100% success rate(except for 3, which is another discussion) so at some point plans need to be made. Tee helped explain some of the misconceptions that people have when they come to meet her as well as some of the veteran benefits that are available and how small business might be able to use this as a potential benefit. 

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]]> Tee Rogers with Dignity Memorial stopped by GRP Studios for the 91st Episode of the Check Your Six Podcast. Tee and I talked about something that most of us really don't want to discuss and that is the arrangements for our bodies once we have died. Most of us won't admit it but we all have an end date, death has a 100% success rate(except for 3, which is another discussion) so at some point plans need to be made. Tee helped explain some of the misconceptions that people have when they come to meet her as well as some of the veteran benefits that are available and how small business might be able to use this as a potential benefit. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-10601982 Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1756 2 91 full false Episode 90: Jaysee Soto - Altamonte Family Hearing - "Can You Hear Me Now" Episode 90: Jaysee Soto - Altamonte Family Hearing - "Can You Hear Me Now" Episode 90 of the Check Your Six, CY6 podcast had Jaysee Soto drop by GRP Studios for his podcast session and talk about his business, Altamonte Family Hearing. Yet another member of the Seminole Chamber and the current South Seminole Council Chair, that talked about starting his business just after cover shut everything down, his business plan, the challenges in his industry as well as new technology and helping me understand more of his business. This is obviously not your grandmothers hearing aids that we all remembered, some of you may actually remember the cones you used to hold up to your ears to hear, but it has come a long way baby!! He also talked about his choice to branch out on his own and how he ended up in the location he is currently using, One Senior Place on Douglas Ave in Altamonte Springs, which just seems to be the perfect spot!

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]]> Episode 90 of the Check Your Six, CY6 podcast had Jaysee Soto drop by GRP Studios for his podcast session and talk about his business, Altamonte Family Hearing. Yet another member of the Seminole Chamber and the current South Seminole Council Chair, that talked about starting his business just after cover shut everything down, his business plan, the challenges in his industry as well as new technology and helping me understand more of his business. This is obviously not your grandmothers hearing aids that we all remembered, some of you may actually remember the cones you used to hold up to your ears to hear, but it has come a long way baby!! He also talked about his choice to branch out on his own and how he ended up in the location he is currently using, One Senior Place on Douglas Ave in Altamonte Springs, which just seems to be the perfect spot!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-10506821 Mon, 02 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2109 2 90 full false Episode 89: Brooks Collins - ESA Solar - "Let The Sun Shine In" Episode 89: Brooks Collins - ESA Solar - "Let The Sun Shine In" Episode 89 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Army Veteran Brooks Collins with ESA Solar into the GRP Studios to talk about letting the sun shine in!! You would think that Florida being the "Sunshine State", solar energy would be a pretty big deal for the state but after talking with Brooks, we discovered that is not necessarily the case. Great information about the solar industry, some of the challenges that we have here in Florida, what to look for in a solar company, how the power companies "support" solar power and other various topics. Did get some insight on what to ask those solar companies that show up on our doorstep that "just happen to be in the neighborhood".  

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]]> Episode 89 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Army Veteran Brooks Collins with ESA Solar into the GRP Studios to talk about letting the sun shine in!! You would think that Florida being the "Sunshine State", solar energy would be a pretty big deal for the state but after talking with Brooks, we discovered that is not necessarily the case. Great information about the solar industry, some of the challenges that we have here in Florida, what to look for in a solar company, how the power companies "support" solar power and other various topics. Did get some insight on what to ask those solar companies that show up on our doorstep that "just happen to be in the neighborhood".  

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-10414254 Mon, 18 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2052 2 89 full false Episode 88: Robert Brice - All American Water Restoration - "What Came First, The Chicken or The Egg"? Episode 88: Robert Brice - All American Water Restoration - "What Came First, The Chicken or The Egg"? Episode 88 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Robert Brice into the GRP Studios to talk about a variety of things for small business, but mostly about marketing, branding and a discussion about what comes first, the branding or the marketing of a business. Sean Esler also help in the conversation by filling in for Craig this episode and brought some interesting conversation and observations of what he has seen with small business branding. Also looked at some of the key factors that Rob still uses since his graduation from UCF with his BA in Marketing!!

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]]> Episode 88 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Robert Brice into the GRP Studios to talk about a variety of things for small business, but mostly about marketing, branding and a discussion about what comes first, the branding or the marketing of a business. Sean Esler also help in the conversation by filling in for Craig this episode and brought some interesting conversation and observations of what he has seen with small business branding. Also looked at some of the key factors that Rob still uses since his graduation from UCF with his BA in Marketing!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-10367249 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1889 2 88 full false Episode 87: Justin Lerro - AVL Essentials - "Lights, Camera, Action" Episode 87: Justin Lerro - AVL Essentials - "Lights, Camera, Action" Episode 87 of the Check Your Six podcast had Justin Lerro with AVL Essentials stop by the GRP Studios to talk about AV stuff!! Justin has become a great resource for me and have had the pleasure of working on several projects over the past year and it looks like there will be more to come. We talked about how he got started in the business, his involvement with the Seminole Chamber, yes, it is another Chamber member in the studio, his plans for growth and the way he does business. Justin has been a great asset for GRP Studios, the way he approaches clients and the way he treats ALL of the people he works with is refreshing for a young man and I am looking forward to working with him for quite some time!!

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]]> Episode 87 of the Check Your Six podcast had Justin Lerro with AVL Essentials stop by the GRP Studios to talk about AV stuff!! Justin has become a great resource for me and have had the pleasure of working on several projects over the past year and it looks like there will be more to come. We talked about how he got started in the business, his involvement with the Seminole Chamber, yes, it is another Chamber member in the studio, his plans for growth and the way he does business. Justin has been a great asset for GRP Studios, the way he approaches clients and the way he treats ALL of the people he works with is refreshing for a young man and I am looking forward to working with him for quite some time!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-10234305 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1946 2 87 full false Episode 86: Ethel Harris - BSA America - "I'm Telling The Truth, Scouts Honor" Episode 86: Ethel Harris - BSA America - "I'm Telling The Truth, Scouts Honor" Episode 86 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Army Veteran Ethel Harris into the GRP Studios to talk about the Boy Scouts of America. Ethel is the current District Executive, Central Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America and is bringing a fresh perspective into her role leading this organization. We talked about a lot of her passion, her background, why she chose the career she did in the Army, how she landed at the BSA and a variety of other topics. It really was a great insight into who she was and an honest view of her abilities, even though we had a lot of laughs at her "deployment" to Schofield Barracks in Hawaii. As a young, African American woman, it might not be someone you would expect to be the leading the Central Florida Council, but she surprised me with how grounded she is in how she views herself and her capabilities. I have a feeling that grounding came from her Marine father and her mother and I can't wait to see what she does going forward.

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]]> Episode 86 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Army Veteran Ethel Harris into the GRP Studios to talk about the Boy Scouts of America. Ethel is the current District Executive, Central Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America and is bringing a fresh perspective into her role leading this organization. We talked about a lot of her passion, her background, why she chose the career she did in the Army, how she landed at the BSA and a variety of other topics. It really was a great insight into who she was and an honest view of her abilities, even though we had a lot of laughs at her "deployment" to Schofield Barracks in Hawaii. As a young, African American woman, it might not be someone you would expect to be the leading the Central Florida Council, but she surprised me with how grounded she is in how she views herself and her capabilities. I have a feeling that grounding came from her Marine father and her mother and I can't wait to see what she does going forward.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-10067512 Mon, 14 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2460 2 86 full false Episode 85: Tim Proctor - Goodbye 2021 - Hello 2022 Episode 85: Tim Proctor - Goodbye 2021 - Hello 2022 The first episode of 2022 is a little bit different this year for the Check Your Six podcast. Craig was not in the studio for this podcast and may be out for a few episodes while he deals with the VA here in Central Florida. This was a recap of the second half of 2021 and the fantastic guests that we have had on the podcast. Both Craig and I have been honored to be a part of this for the past year and 1/2 and have learned a great deal from those that we have been honored to have in the studio. Going over some of the guests we had in the last 7 months of 2021 made me realize how fortunate we are to be here in Central Florida and have the freedom to do business on a fairly regular basis without some of the severe restrictions that come in other parts of the country. I am eternally grateful to all that have been a part of this journey as well as those that have helped guide me along the path we are taking. Here's looking at 2022!!

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]]> The first episode of 2022 is a little bit different this year for the Check Your Six podcast. Craig was not in the studio for this podcast and may be out for a few episodes while he deals with the VA here in Central Florida. This was a recap of the second half of 2021 and the fantastic guests that we have had on the podcast. Both Craig and I have been honored to be a part of this for the past year and 1/2 and have learned a great deal from those that we have been honored to have in the studio. Going over some of the guests we had in the last 7 months of 2021 made me realize how fortunate we are to be here in Central Florida and have the freedom to do business on a fairly regular basis without some of the severe restrictions that come in other parts of the country. I am eternally grateful to all that have been a part of this journey as well as those that have helped guide me along the path we are taking. Here's looking at 2022!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9857530 Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1367 2 85 full false Episode 84: Jimmy T. Smith & Brian Fay - Concerned Veterans For America - "Mr Smith Goes To Washington" Episode 84: Jimmy T. Smith & Brian Fay - Concerned Veterans For America - "Mr Smith Goes To Washington" Episode 84 of the Check your Six Podcast brought a couple of guests into the GRP Studios, former FL State Representative Jimmie T Smith and Brian Fay, who are part of CVA, Concerned Veterans For America. Both of these gentlemen are Army veterans and are working through the process of accountability for the VA system and other programs that will not only help veterans but could overall impact other government programs. While the ideals that began with the Veterans Administration(VA) were honorable and with good intentions, what the VA has become is like most government operated programs and largely mismanaged and poorly run. Something that was designed to honor those that have served has become a monolith that moves with the speed of an iceberg at time and can cause almost more damage than it heals. They gave some very interesting information on a variety of topics, including the number of veterans that have committed suicide in the parking lots of some of the VA locations in Florida alone. The lack of accountability, inaccurate reporting and leadership that is more concerned about their own agenda than the welfare of the veterans it was designed to serve. There are a LOT of fantastic individuals that work for the VA including those providing the care for the patients, but very simply, it is broken and needs to be healed!!

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]]> Episode 84 of the Check your Six Podcast brought a couple of guests into the GRP Studios, former FL State Representative Jimmie T Smith and Brian Fay, who are part of CVA, Concerned Veterans For America. Both of these gentlemen are Army veterans and are working through the process of accountability for the VA system and other programs that will not only help veterans but could overall impact other government programs. While the ideals that began with the Veterans Administration(VA) were honorable and with good intentions, what the VA has become is like most government operated programs and largely mismanaged and poorly run. Something that was designed to honor those that have served has become a monolith that moves with the speed of an iceberg at time and can cause almost more damage than it heals. They gave some very interesting information on a variety of topics, including the number of veterans that have committed suicide in the parking lots of some of the VA locations in Florida alone. The lack of accountability, inaccurate reporting and leadership that is more concerned about their own agenda than the welfare of the veterans it was designed to serve. There are a LOT of fantastic individuals that work for the VA including those providing the care for the patients, but very simply, it is broken and needs to be healed!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9790845 Mon, 27 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2563 2 84 full false Episode 83: Daisy Ramirez - Village Connect - "It Takes A Village" Episode 83: Daisy Ramirez - Village Connect - "It Takes A Village" Some minor technical issues made us push Episode 83 of the Check Your Six podcast back a bit, but were able to finally pull it together and get Daisy Ramirez into GRP Studios and record her session. Coming from a background in logistics, even though the degree was from THE Ohio State University,  that experience has helped her turn it into a platform the helps connect businesses and individuals in a community. Daisy did a little self-taught application to learn coding and created something that she thinks can help connect local businesses with the local consumers looking for their products and services. Instead of going to the large box or online stores, Daisy is really looking to build the relationships and community by supporting your local business!!

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]]> Some minor technical issues made us push Episode 83 of the Check Your Six podcast back a bit, but were able to finally pull it together and get Daisy Ramirez into GRP Studios and record her session. Coming from a background in logistics, even though the degree was from THE Ohio State University,  that experience has helped her turn it into a platform the helps connect businesses and individuals in a community. Daisy did a little self-taught application to learn coding and created something that she thinks can help connect local businesses with the local consumers looking for their products and services. Instead of going to the large box or online stores, Daisy is really looking to build the relationships and community by supporting your local business!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9758817 Mon, 20 Dec 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2070 2 83 full false Episode 82: Christina Clark - ACE Human Resources - "Holding All The Aces" Episode 82: Christina Clark - ACE Human Resources - "Holding All The Aces" Episode 82 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Christina Clark into the GRP Studios to talk about ACE Human Resources. Besides being yet another Seminole Chamber member and part of the leadership for the Altamonte Chapter, Christina is also someone that has known since she was 16 that Human Resources was where she wanted to be. We talked about the transition from a "personnel department" to "Human Resources" in the past 20 years or so, the need for every business to have SOP's, employee handbooks, job descriptions and other things that you might only expect from large businesses. Also talked about some of the challenges in her industry like billing, sales, marketing a Human Resources business and a variety of other topics. Both Craig and I realized that she would have been a great candidate for early in the podcast but at least we were able to get her in now and let her share her expertise!!

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]]> Episode 82 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Christina Clark into the GRP Studios to talk about ACE Human Resources. Besides being yet another Seminole Chamber member and part of the leadership for the Altamonte Chapter, Christina is also someone that has known since she was 16 that Human Resources was where she wanted to be. We talked about the transition from a "personnel department" to "Human Resources" in the past 20 years or so, the need for every business to have SOP's, employee handbooks, job descriptions and other things that you might only expect from large businesses. Also talked about some of the challenges in her industry like billing, sales, marketing a Human Resources business and a variety of other topics. Both Craig and I realized that she would have been a great candidate for early in the podcast but at least we were able to get her in now and let her share her expertise!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9708900 Mon, 13 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2278 2 82 full false Episode 81: Blanca Diaz - Nexa Mortgage - "Riding On The Mortgage Highway" Episode 81: Blanca Diaz - Nexa Mortgage - "Riding On The Mortgage Highway" Blanca Diaz and Jessica Ale from Nexa Mortgage stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 81 of the Check Your Six podcast and talked about their journey from corporate to independent mortgage brokers. Both Blanca and Jessica had worked in the corporate/credit union industry and earlier this year, Blanca determined to venture out on her own with the support of Nexa Mortgage. A short time later Jessica left her credit union position and joined her, both of them are now taking this journey on the mortgage highway. They talked about the differences in the corporate and independent mortgage business and how they both desired to help those looking for mortgages on a deeper and more personal basis than banks traditionally offer.

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]]> Blanca Diaz and Jessica Ale from Nexa Mortgage stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 81 of the Check Your Six podcast and talked about their journey from corporate to independent mortgage brokers. Both Blanca and Jessica had worked in the corporate/credit union industry and earlier this year, Blanca determined to venture out on her own with the support of Nexa Mortgage. A short time later Jessica left her credit union position and joined her, both of them are now taking this journey on the mortgage highway. They talked about the differences in the corporate and independent mortgage business and how they both desired to help those looking for mortgages on a deeper and more personal basis than banks traditionally offer.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9668597 Mon, 06 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1951 2 81 full false Episode 80: Mike Mathers - US Health - "Tiptoe Through The Insurance Tulips" Episode 80: Mike Mathers - US Health - "Tiptoe Through The Insurance Tulips" Episode 80 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Mike Mathers into the GRP Studios to talk about a different side of the insurance game. Mike is a retired Navy veteran that found his niche in the family atmosphere that he discovered at US Health. Many veterans that get out of the service do find it challenging sometimes to find a company that exhibits some of the same camaraderie that we experienced while we served. Mike has found that at US Health and he talked about that as well as some of the aspects of individual and business applications of what he does!!

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]]> Episode 80 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Mike Mathers into the GRP Studios to talk about a different side of the insurance game. Mike is a retired Navy veteran that found his niche in the family atmosphere that he discovered at US Health. Many veterans that get out of the service do find it challenging sometimes to find a company that exhibits some of the same camaraderie that we experienced while we served. Mike has found that at US Health and he talked about that as well as some of the aspects of individual and business applications of what he does!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9622024 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1784 2 80 full false Episode 79: Javi Sanchez - Tap N Go - "Just Give It A Little Tappy" Episode 79: Javi Sanchez - Tap N Go - "Just Give It A Little Tappy" Episode 79 of the Check Your Six podcast sounds like it might be about golf with the "just give it a little tappy" reference from Happy Gilmore but it is actually Javi Sanchez talking about his company called Tap N Go or Tap"Y"Go as it is listed on the website. Javi stopped by the GRP Studios for this episode and talked about his journey from being a chef to the creator of his platform for your smart phone that can save you time and money. It is not an app, it allows you to simply tap the phone of the individual that you are meeting with or exchanging information with at a networking event, all without having to manually enter any of their content. It goes beyond that as well with other tools as part of the program for Tap"Y"Go. 

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]]> Episode 79 of the Check Your Six podcast sounds like it might be about golf with the "just give it a little tappy" reference from Happy Gilmore but it is actually Javi Sanchez talking about his company called Tap N Go or Tap"Y"Go as it is listed on the website. Javi stopped by the GRP Studios for this episode and talked about his journey from being a chef to the creator of his platform for your smart phone that can save you time and money. It is not an app, it allows you to simply tap the phone of the individual that you are meeting with or exchanging information with at a networking event, all without having to manually enter any of their content. It goes beyond that as well with other tools as part of the program for Tap"Y"Go. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9589261 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1875 2 79 full false Episode 78: Derrick Brantley - Back In Balance Bodyworks - "Getting The Knots Out" Episode 78: Derrick Brantley - Back In Balance Bodyworks - "Getting The Knots Out" Derrick Brantley, owner of Back In Balance Bodywork is the guest for Episode 78 of the Check Your Six Podcast at GRP Studios. Derrick talked about getting started in the business, why he is different than just a massage therapist and how he helps you get your body back in balance. He did indicate that sometimes his clients have a hard time explaining what he does for them, usually it is very simply "go see Derrick, he is a magic man". Not sure if he is the Magic Man that Heart sang about in their hit from 1976 but he definitely has a program that works. Like a lot of programs, his does take some time but it is worth it in the long run!! Get the knots out of your body and get it back in balance with Derrick Brantley's Back In Balance Bodyworks.

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]]> Derrick Brantley, owner of Back In Balance Bodywork is the guest for Episode 78 of the Check Your Six Podcast at GRP Studios. Derrick talked about getting started in the business, why he is different than just a massage therapist and how he helps you get your body back in balance. He did indicate that sometimes his clients have a hard time explaining what he does for them, usually it is very simply "go see Derrick, he is a magic man". Not sure if he is the Magic Man that Heart sang about in their hit from 1976 but he definitely has a program that works. Like a lot of programs, his does take some time but it is worth it in the long run!! Get the knots out of your body and get it back in balance with Derrick Brantley's Back In Balance Bodyworks.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9543764 Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1803 2 78 full false Episode 77: Yesha Patel - Platinum Signs - "It's A Sign Of The Times" Episode 77: Yesha Patel - Platinum Signs - "It's A Sign Of The Times" Yesha Patel with Platinum Signs made the short trip from Casselberry up to the GRP Studios in Longwood for Episode 77 of the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast. Yesha and her husband own and operate Platinum Signs and besides being yet another member of the Seminole Chamber, they provide much more than just signs. It really was a joy having her in the studio, she was a little nervous about coming in and doing the podcast but you could tell that she really loves what she does and takes great pride in the people and products that make up their company. She talked about how they got started in the business, how they retain key employees, customer service and some of the challenges that they face doing business in Central Florida!!

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]]> Yesha Patel with Platinum Signs made the short trip from Casselberry up to the GRP Studios in Longwood for Episode 77 of the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast. Yesha and her husband own and operate Platinum Signs and besides being yet another member of the Seminole Chamber, they provide much more than just signs. It really was a joy having her in the studio, she was a little nervous about coming in and doing the podcast but you could tell that she really loves what she does and takes great pride in the people and products that make up their company. She talked about how they got started in the business, how they retain key employees, customer service and some of the challenges that they face doing business in Central Florida!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9504253 Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1853 2 77 full false Episode 76: Jon Bolton - The Inspectagator - "Inspector Gadget" Episode 76: Jon Bolton - The Inspectagator - "Inspector Gadget" Episode 76 of the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast brought Jon Bolton with Inspectagator into the GRP Studios. Inspectagator is just another guest that is a member of the Seminole Chamber of Commerce and he has been serving Central Florida as the premier home inspection service for more than 20 years. He talked about how he arrived at creating his own company as well as some of the things that Inspectagator does both in the residential and commercial inspection business. We were not able to cover all of the details in the 30+ minutes but there was a lot about what the inspections are, why they are needed, why Inspectagator take longer than other companies, some of the challenges they face during inspections and why the state is sometimes called "Flori-duhh"

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]]> Episode 76 of the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast brought Jon Bolton with Inspectagator into the GRP Studios. Inspectagator is just another guest that is a member of the Seminole Chamber of Commerce and he has been serving Central Florida as the premier home inspection service for more than 20 years. He talked about how he arrived at creating his own company as well as some of the things that Inspectagator does both in the residential and commercial inspection business. We were not able to cover all of the details in the 30+ minutes but there was a lot about what the inspections are, why they are needed, why Inspectagator take longer than other companies, some of the challenges they face during inspections and why the state is sometimes called "Flori-duhh"

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9457233 Mon, 01 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2392 2 76 full false Episode 75: John Hughes - John Hughes Golf - "A Nice Walk Spoiled By A Little White Ball" Episode 75: John Hughes - John Hughes Golf - "A Nice Walk Spoiled By A Little White Ball" Episode 75 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought John Hughes into the GRP Studios all the way from Winter Haven to talk about the business of golf!! John is one of the top 25 instructors in the country according to Golf Tip Magazine and he has also had multiple club champions, NCAA Champions as well as mini-tour and PGA Tour winners as his students. John talked not only about how he got to where he is today, which includes providing lessons at Streamsong Resort and Falcons Fire, he also talked about one of his way in giving back that included a conversation about his involvement with the Parkinson Association of Central Florida. His passion for what he does and the things he does to help promote the game came through during our session and almost made us want to grab our clubs and go tear up a course(which is probably what would happen if we went out). If you would like to know more, check out johnhughesgolf.com and see what he can do.

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]]> Episode 75 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought John Hughes into the GRP Studios all the way from Winter Haven to talk about the business of golf!! John is one of the top 25 instructors in the country according to Golf Tip Magazine and he has also had multiple club champions, NCAA Champions as well as mini-tour and PGA Tour winners as his students. John talked not only about how he got to where he is today, which includes providing lessons at Streamsong Resort and Falcons Fire, he also talked about one of his way in giving back that included a conversation about his involvement with the Parkinson Association of Central Florida. His passion for what he does and the things he does to help promote the game came through during our session and almost made us want to grab our clubs and go tear up a course(which is probably what would happen if we went out). If you would like to know more, check out johnhughesgolf.com and see what he can do.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9407634 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2156 2 75 full false Episode 74: Bob Berry - Cruise Planners - "3 Hour Tour" Episode 74: Bob Berry - Cruise Planners - "3 Hour Tour" Bob Berry with Cruise Planners dropped by the GRP Studios for Episode 74 of the Check Your Six Podcast. Bob is another Seminole County Chamber member and the creator of your dream land or sea excursions. Bob talked about the personal love he and his wife have for cruising and how that led him to Cruise Planners after serving full time as a minister!! We did ask him if he ever used the "trust me, I'm a minister" line in talking with some of the people that he has helped plan trips for and he did admit he thought about it. Bob also shared about the experience of creating the franchise with Cruise Planners and why they chose that opportunity. He was also very upfront about what it takes to develop and build his business and what he sees their future for the business

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]]> Bob Berry with Cruise Planners dropped by the GRP Studios for Episode 74 of the Check Your Six Podcast. Bob is another Seminole County Chamber member and the creator of your dream land or sea excursions. Bob talked about the personal love he and his wife have for cruising and how that led him to Cruise Planners after serving full time as a minister!! We did ask him if he ever used the "trust me, I'm a minister" line in talking with some of the people that he has helped plan trips for and he did admit he thought about it. Bob also shared about the experience of creating the franchise with Cruise Planners and why they chose that opportunity. He was also very upfront about what it takes to develop and build his business and what he sees their future for the business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9384791 Mon, 18 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2097 2 74 full false Episode 73: Quanisha Nugent - S.I. Events & Programs - "We've Got A Really Big Shew" Episode 73: Quanisha Nugent - S.I. Events & Programs - "We've Got A Really Big Shew" Episode 73 of the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast had Quanisha "Tina" Nugent stop by the GRP Studios and talk about her business S.I. Events & Programs. Quanisha is a Central Florida native and has worked with several non-profits and social impact groups in raising social awareness throughout the Central Florida area. We talked a lot about how her use of the social impact concept for businesses, helps them connect locally with those in the community that are making that impact. We also discussed the different between Social Cause Planning and Cause Marketing for businesses and how businesses can use each of those tools to help create change for their and their employees.

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]]> Episode 73 of the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast had Quanisha "Tina" Nugent stop by the GRP Studios and talk about her business S.I. Events & Programs. Quanisha is a Central Florida native and has worked with several non-profits and social impact groups in raising social awareness throughout the Central Florida area. We talked a lot about how her use of the social impact concept for businesses, helps them connect locally with those in the community that are making that impact. We also discussed the different between Social Cause Planning and Cause Marketing for businesses and how businesses can use each of those tools to help create change for their and their employees.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9344660 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1766 2 73 full false Episode 72: Barron Mills - FAVOB - "FAVOB Not Fubar" Episode 72: Barron Mills - FAVOB - "FAVOB Not Fubar" Retired Marine Major Barron Mills stopped by the GRP Studios for Episode 72 of the Check Your Six Podcast. Barron is the current Director of the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses which is just one of the ways he helps give back to both veterans and small business. His involvement with local developmental councils and other non-profits along with his training and experience as an officer in the USMC has given him great tools and insight into leadership that is needed for organizations. We also talked about some of the ways to best help recently exited service members better adjust to being in the civilian world, something that continue to be a challenge for our military members.

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]]> Retired Marine Major Barron Mills stopped by the GRP Studios for Episode 72 of the Check Your Six Podcast. Barron is the current Director of the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses which is just one of the ways he helps give back to both veterans and small business. His involvement with local developmental councils and other non-profits along with his training and experience as an officer in the USMC has given him great tools and insight into leadership that is needed for organizations. We also talked about some of the ways to best help recently exited service members better adjust to being in the civilian world, something that continue to be a challenge for our military members.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9304301 Mon, 04 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1885 2 72 full false Episode 71: Sean Esler & Jerald Huff - "The Four Musketeers" Episode 71: Sean Esler & Jerald Huff - "The Four Musketeers" Episode 71 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Sean Esler from The Esler Edge and Jerald Huff from My WebSite Spot back into the GRP Studios to talk about a variety of subjects. Both of us trust these two gentlemen and have been the recipient of their services so it was great to have both of them come back in and talk about some of the things that they specialize in for their respective businesses. From website development to security to email protocol and how to best create an email that someone will want to open. As usual, there is never enough time to deep dive into each of the topics without getting too far into the technical weeds, but we cannot recommend both of these guys enough for what they do and how they approach their clients.

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]]> Episode 71 of the Check Your Six Podcast brought Sean Esler from The Esler Edge and Jerald Huff from My WebSite Spot back into the GRP Studios to talk about a variety of subjects. Both of us trust these two gentlemen and have been the recipient of their services so it was great to have both of them come back in and talk about some of the things that they specialize in for their respective businesses. From website development to security to email protocol and how to best create an email that someone will want to open. As usual, there is never enough time to deep dive into each of the topics without getting too far into the technical weeds, but we cannot recommend both of these guys enough for what they do and how they approach their clients.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9263409 Mon, 27 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2191 2 71 full false Episode 70: Nathalia Bailey - Nathalia Bailey Consulting - "Power Lifting Consulting" Episode 70: Nathalia Bailey - Nathalia Bailey Consulting - "Power Lifting Consulting" Nathalia Bailey dropped by GRP Studios for the 70th episode of the Check Your Six Podcast. Nathalia has created Nathalia Bailey Consulting and perhaps is somewhat different than other consultants that are in the business. The approach she takes to get to know her clients is a little bit unique in the time she takes with each one before she puts her plans into action. Lots of the typical questions about the client, their business, their hopes for the future of the business along with some questions that you may not expect, gives Nathalia a peek into all sides and aspects of her client. Some interesting conversation and questions from us about why she has chosen this approach for her business and how we can get some of that energy she has!!

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]]> Nathalia Bailey dropped by GRP Studios for the 70th episode of the Check Your Six Podcast. Nathalia has created Nathalia Bailey Consulting and perhaps is somewhat different than other consultants that are in the business. The approach she takes to get to know her clients is a little bit unique in the time she takes with each one before she puts her plans into action. Lots of the typical questions about the client, their business, their hopes for the future of the business along with some questions that you may not expect, gives Nathalia a peek into all sides and aspects of her client. Some interesting conversation and questions from us about why she has chosen this approach for her business and how we can get some of that energy she has!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9223843 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2168 2 70 full false Episode 69: Matt Wood - EmpowerEmploy - "YOUR HIRED" Episode 69: Matt Wood - EmpowerEmploy - "YOUR HIRED" Episode 69 of the Check Your Six - CY6 brought Army veteran Matt Wood into the GRP Studios to talk about his company EmpowerEmploy. Matt shared information about his military service, his transition out of the service and his decision to start EmpowerEmploy. Many of the businesses that hire veterans do not always understand some of the benefits as well as some of the challenges in helping them adapt to the civilian work force. Matt helps employers look for those specific skill sets needed for their business and how those skill sets can be found in veterans. He also talked about some of the Government programs that are out there to help assist businesses hire veterans, some at no cost to the business...almost like test driving a veteran!!

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]]> Episode 69 of the Check Your Six - CY6 brought Army veteran Matt Wood into the GRP Studios to talk about his company EmpowerEmploy. Matt shared information about his military service, his transition out of the service and his decision to start EmpowerEmploy. Many of the businesses that hire veterans do not always understand some of the benefits as well as some of the challenges in helping them adapt to the civilian work force. Matt helps employers look for those specific skill sets needed for their business and how those skill sets can be found in veterans. He also talked about some of the Government programs that are out there to help assist businesses hire veterans, some at no cost to the business...almost like test driving a veteran!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9182831 Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1996 2 69 full false Episode 68: Dottie Adams - Connecting The Dots For Veterans - "Preparing For The Unknown" Episode 68: Dottie Adams - Connecting The Dots For Veterans - "Preparing For The Unknown" Episode 68 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought Army veteran Dottie Adams into the GRP Studios to talk about the way that she helps veterans prepare for their visits to the VA. Dottie had been a VSO(Veterans Service Officer) but decided to take the the experience that she learned working with the DAV(Disabled American Veterans) to help better equip veterans gather the information they need for their visits. We also talked about the number of  people or companies the "help" veterans by charging them to do the same thing that Dottie can do to help veterans prepare for VA visits. If you are a veteran and need help or have questions, call Dottie and she can help you out....and will not charge you a penny!! If someone wants to charge you to help you with your VA benefits, they are stealing, DO NOT use their service.

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]]> Episode 68 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought Army veteran Dottie Adams into the GRP Studios to talk about the way that she helps veterans prepare for their visits to the VA. Dottie had been a VSO(Veterans Service Officer) but decided to take the the experience that she learned working with the DAV(Disabled American Veterans) to help better equip veterans gather the information they need for their visits. We also talked about the number of  people or companies the "help" veterans by charging them to do the same thing that Dottie can do to help veterans prepare for VA visits. If you are a veteran and need help or have questions, call Dottie and she can help you out....and will not charge you a penny!! If someone wants to charge you to help you with your VA benefits, they are stealing, DO NOT use their service.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9142662 Mon, 06 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1970 2 68 full false Episode 67: Neeld Wilson - G.E.A.R. Engineer - "Grinding Your Gears" Episode 67: Neeld Wilson - G.E.A.R. Engineer - "Grinding Your Gears" It was great having Neeld Wilson in the GRP Studios for Episode 67 of the Check Your Six podcast. Neeld is a Navy Veteran, FAVOB member and owner of Gator Engineering & Aquifer Restoration or G.E.A.R Engineer. We talked a lot about Neeld's time in the Navy aboard several of the aircraft carriers he served on and what his job was during his course of service...sometimes not as glamorous as it looks in the movies. Also talked about his current profession as a professional geologist, how he built his prior companies and has developed his current company in creating a business that was honored by the Orlando Business Journal in 2014. Some stories about his Navy times as well as his perspective on what it takes to build, develop and grow a small business

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]]> It was great having Neeld Wilson in the GRP Studios for Episode 67 of the Check Your Six podcast. Neeld is a Navy Veteran, FAVOB member and owner of Gator Engineering & Aquifer Restoration or G.E.A.R Engineer. We talked a lot about Neeld's time in the Navy aboard several of the aircraft carriers he served on and what his job was during his course of service...sometimes not as glamorous as it looks in the movies. Also talked about his current profession as a professional geologist, how he built his prior companies and has developed his current company in creating a business that was honored by the Orlando Business Journal in 2014. Some stories about his Navy times as well as his perspective on what it takes to build, develop and grow a small business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9108920 Mon, 30 Aug 2021 08:00:00 -0400 2082 2 67 full false Special Episode - Honoring The Fallen Special Episode - Honoring The Fallen Today is a bit unusual for the Check Your Six Podcast, we decided to come into the studio and record a short session and release it the same day, to honor the service members that were killed this week in Kabul. Both of us are Air Force Veterans, both of us were cops, Craig retired after 20 years, I got out after 4 and today is just a reminder that there are men and women all over the globe standing in harms way to protect us and keep us free. Regardless of what side of the political fence you stand on, all of us owe a debt of gratitude to those that have sacrificed their lives in serving their country and its citizens, even if some of those citizens are idiots. Do not take these freedoms for granted, they are not guaranteed by political parties or government agencies, they are there because men and women at some point decided to  write a blank check with their lives, payable at any point in providing that freedom. We are not able to do much as just a couple of guys talking about business, but this is just our way to say thank you.

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]]> Today is a bit unusual for the Check Your Six Podcast, we decided to come into the studio and record a short session and release it the same day, to honor the service members that were killed this week in Kabul. Both of us are Air Force Veterans, both of us were cops, Craig retired after 20 years, I got out after 4 and today is just a reminder that there are men and women all over the globe standing in harms way to protect us and keep us free. Regardless of what side of the political fence you stand on, all of us owe a debt of gratitude to those that have sacrificed their lives in serving their country and its citizens, even if some of those citizens are idiots. Do not take these freedoms for granted, they are not guaranteed by political parties or government agencies, they are there because men and women at some point decided to  write a blank check with their lives, payable at any point in providing that freedom. We are not able to do much as just a couple of guys talking about business, but this is just our way to say thank you.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9097212 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0400 624 2 full false Episode 66: Jamie Miller - Art Of Conscious Communication - "I Think Therefore I Am" Episode 66: Jamie Miller - Art Of Conscious Communication - "I Think Therefore I Am" Episode 66 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Jamie Miller into the GRP Studios to talk about the Art Of Conscious Communication. There was so much stuff to cover that Jamie teaches to groups and individuals that we feel like we barely scratched the surface. Just looking at asking different questions, in a different way to get a specific response was just a very small part of what he was trying to teach us. As small or emerging business owners, maybe it is time the we look at the ways we do things and see if there might be a better way to do them. Jamie really talks about changing the way that you communicate with potential clients and just about anyone we communicate with on a daily basis!!

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]]> Episode 66 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Jamie Miller into the GRP Studios to talk about the Art Of Conscious Communication. There was so much stuff to cover that Jamie teaches to groups and individuals that we feel like we barely scratched the surface. Just looking at asking different questions, in a different way to get a specific response was just a very small part of what he was trying to teach us. As small or emerging business owners, maybe it is time the we look at the ways we do things and see if there might be a better way to do them. Jamie really talks about changing the way that you communicate with potential clients and just about anyone we communicate with on a daily basis!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9067267 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2622 2 66 full false Episode 65: Tony Boni - Tradebank Of Orlando - "Welcome To Bartertown" Episode 65: Tony Boni - Tradebank Of Orlando - "Welcome To Bartertown" Episode 65 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast from the GRP Studios had Tony Boni, yes, that Tony Boni, drop by to talk about Tradebank of Orlando. Tradebank Orlando is part of one of the oldest know forms of commerce we commonly call the barter system. Perhaps not as much in play as it was back in the Mesopotamia tribes period in early 6000bc when it was reportedly introduced, barter is still part of the American landscape. Colonial times and even during the Great Depression saw an increase of the barter system and today while it might be the same in concept, it is at a whole new level. Thanks to Tony, who is another member of the Seminole Chamber, for stopping by and giving us an insight to the modern world of barter!! 

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]]> Episode 65 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast from the GRP Studios had Tony Boni, yes, that Tony Boni, drop by to talk about Tradebank of Orlando. Tradebank Orlando is part of one of the oldest know forms of commerce we commonly call the barter system. Perhaps not as much in play as it was back in the Mesopotamia tribes period in early 6000bc when it was reportedly introduced, barter is still part of the American landscape. Colonial times and even during the Great Depression saw an increase of the barter system and today while it might be the same in concept, it is at a whole new level. Thanks to Tony, who is another member of the Seminole Chamber, for stopping by and giving us an insight to the modern world of barter!! 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-9031403 Mon, 16 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400 2277 2 65 full false Episode 64: Tommie Maldonado - Veteran Service Officer - "Ten Hut Soldier, Part III" Episode 64: Tommie Maldonado - Veteran Service Officer - "Ten Hut Soldier, Part III" Sgt. Major Tommie Maldonado stopped by for another session about helping veterans work through their benefits programs. Episode 64 of the Check Your Six-CY6 podcast was not only that, but also about potential spouse and dependent benefits as well. It is always great having the Sgt. Major in the GRP Studios to talk about everything that he continues to do for our military here in Central Florida! If you are a veteran or know a veteran, have them reach out to the office here in Orlando and they can help you get on the right track. 

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]]> Sgt. Major Tommie Maldonado stopped by for another session about helping veterans work through their benefits programs. Episode 64 of the Check Your Six-CY6 podcast was not only that, but also about potential spouse and dependent benefits as well. It is always great having the Sgt. Major in the GRP Studios to talk about everything that he continues to do for our military here in Central Florida! If you are a veteran or know a veteran, have them reach out to the office here in Orlando and they can help you get on the right track. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8957732 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2006 2 64 full false Episode 63: Anna Tanzilla - Camaraderie Foundation - "It's All About The Camaraderie" Episode 63: Anna Tanzilla - Camaraderie Foundation - "It's All About The Camaraderie" We finally grounded USAF Captain Anna Tanzilla with the Camaraderie Foundation, for Episode 63 of the Check Your Six podcast. Anna flew in to the GRP Studios from Lakeland, actually she drove so I can't use the very old "and boy were her arms tired" pun, to be on the show and talk about the work they are doing at the Foundation. This in not just for veterans but for anyone that is married to a vet, has a veteran in their family, works with vets, teaches children of vets, anyone that might be in the support role in any way shape of form. There are a multitude of resources available as well as the ability to mentor veterans and other programs that filled up our time very quickly. We really appreciated Anna taking the time to come in and chat with us, it always seems to be better when there are 3 Air Force veterans in the house, not sure why??

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]]> We finally grounded USAF Captain Anna Tanzilla with the Camaraderie Foundation, for Episode 63 of the Check Your Six podcast. Anna flew in to the GRP Studios from Lakeland, actually she drove so I can't use the very old "and boy were her arms tired" pun, to be on the show and talk about the work they are doing at the Foundation. This in not just for veterans but for anyone that is married to a vet, has a veteran in their family, works with vets, teaches children of vets, anyone that might be in the support role in any way shape of form. There are a multitude of resources available as well as the ability to mentor veterans and other programs that filled up our time very quickly. We really appreciated Anna taking the time to come in and chat with us, it always seems to be better when there are 3 Air Force veterans in the house, not sure why??

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8949655 Mon, 02 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2104 2 63 full false Episode 62: Jennifer Rucco - CG Moneta LLC - The Juno Effect Episode 62: Jennifer Rucco - CG Moneta LLC - The Juno Effect Episode 62 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Jennifer Rucco into the GRP Studios with the CG Moneta LLC group. Jennifer talked about helping businesses potentially reduce costs with things like tax incentive studies, corporate expense reductions, telecommunication, cloud and IT Service just to name a few. So many of us small, or emerging business owners, often just look at the cost of the products or services that we use without looking at the overall picture of those expenditures. There are other groups that do things similar to CG Moneta but they do take somewhat of a unique approach that comes with the experience of people with a business and financial background. As usual, there does not seem to be enough time to cover everything but we absolutely loved having Jennifer in the studio!!

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]]> Episode 62 of the Check Your Six podcast brought Jennifer Rucco into the GRP Studios with the CG Moneta LLC group. Jennifer talked about helping businesses potentially reduce costs with things like tax incentive studies, corporate expense reductions, telecommunication, cloud and IT Service just to name a few. So many of us small, or emerging business owners, often just look at the cost of the products or services that we use without looking at the overall picture of those expenditures. There are other groups that do things similar to CG Moneta but they do take somewhat of a unique approach that comes with the experience of people with a business and financial background. As usual, there does not seem to be enough time to cover everything but we absolutely loved having Jennifer in the studio!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8912024 Mon, 26 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1883 2 62 full false Episode 61: Jennifer Englert - The Orlando Law Group - "To Profit Or Not To Profit" Episode 61: Jennifer Englert - The Orlando Law Group - "To Profit Or Not To Profit" Jennifer Englert from The Orlando Law Group stopped by GRP Studios again and talked about non-profits on the 61st Episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Always enjoy meeting with Jennifer and today was no exception as she walked through some of the topics surrounding the non-profit world. Jennifer and The Orlando Law Group have done so much for local charities both in support, instruction, development and helping them grow or at least provide the contacts that are needed to make that happen. She really is a tremendous resource for those that are looking to start a non-profit or need people that can help them grow. Today was just another example that her earlier episodes in season one, Episode 4 and 5, we just the beginning of what they can do.

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]]> Jennifer Englert from The Orlando Law Group stopped by GRP Studios again and talked about non-profits on the 61st Episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Always enjoy meeting with Jennifer and today was no exception as she walked through some of the topics surrounding the non-profit world. Jennifer and The Orlando Law Group have done so much for local charities both in support, instruction, development and helping them grow or at least provide the contacts that are needed to make that happen. She really is a tremendous resource for those that are looking to start a non-profit or need people that can help them grow. Today was just another example that her earlier episodes in season one, Episode 4 and 5, we just the beginning of what they can do.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8876377 Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2087 2 61 full false Episode 60: Dr. Farhana Yunus – Optical Services - "An Eye For An Eye" Episode 60: Dr. Farhana Yunus – Optical Services - "An Eye For An Eye" We could see clearly after Dr. Farhana Yunus and Jerry Muscadin dropped by the GRP Studios for Episode 60 of the Check Your Six podcast. Dr. Yunus owns My Eye Care in Casselberry and is another of the Seminole Chamber members that we enjoyed having on the podcast. Learning what led Dr. Yunus into the field of optometry, her plan, along with Jerry, to slow grow the business and how they funded the start of My Eye Care were just some of the topics that we covered. It truly was a pleasure having both Farhana and Jerry in the studio and listen to the passion they have for their customers and the community. 

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]]> We could see clearly after Dr. Farhana Yunus and Jerry Muscadin dropped by the GRP Studios for Episode 60 of the Check Your Six podcast. Dr. Yunus owns My Eye Care in Casselberry and is another of the Seminole Chamber members that we enjoyed having on the podcast. Learning what led Dr. Yunus into the field of optometry, her plan, along with Jerry, to slow grow the business and how they funded the start of My Eye Care were just some of the topics that we covered. It truly was a pleasure having both Farhana and Jerry in the studio and listen to the passion they have for their customers and the community. 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8847846 Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2069 2 60 full false Episode 59: Andre Kratt - CFL Property Claims - "The Attitude Adjusters" Episode 59: Andre Kratt - CFL Property Claims - "The Attitude Adjusters" Episode 59 brought another Seminole Chamber member into the GRP Studios for the latest segment for the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast. Andre Kratt came in and talked about the need for property adjusters when dealing with insurance companies and the claims process. When you need to call them, why you should call them, what to expect from them and the results that you could get using them as opposed to doin it yourself. Besides doing appraisals on damage, they can also look at both homeowners and businesses insurance policies for gaps in coverage or for things that you might assume are covered but are not. A lot of great information from Andre about protecting yourself and getting what you should after any kind of emergency!

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]]> Episode 59 brought another Seminole Chamber member into the GRP Studios for the latest segment for the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast. Andre Kratt came in and talked about the need for property adjusters when dealing with insurance companies and the claims process. When you need to call them, why you should call them, what to expect from them and the results that you could get using them as opposed to doin it yourself. Besides doing appraisals on damage, they can also look at both homeowners and businesses insurance policies for gaps in coverage or for things that you might assume are covered but are not. A lot of great information from Andre about protecting yourself and getting what you should after any kind of emergency!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8796655 Mon, 05 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1897 2 59 full false Episode 58: Ken Countess - The Countess Group - "I Feel The Need, The Need For Speed" Episode 58: Ken Countess - The Countess Group - "I Feel The Need, The Need For Speed" Ken Countess of the Countess Group dropped by GRP Studios for his session on the Check Your Six - CY5 Podcast. Ken  shared some great information with Craig and Tim about all the services they provide at the Countess Group for emerging businesses. Besides being a trainer and a top performer for Constant Contact, he also talked about email marketing, targeting your ideal client, finding your niche, standing out in a crowded business environment and a myriad of other things about helping to grow your business. If you are wondering where you should start in growing or developing your business, give Ken a call and let him walk you through the process!!

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]]> Ken Countess of the Countess Group dropped by GRP Studios for his session on the Check Your Six - CY5 Podcast. Ken  shared some great information with Craig and Tim about all the services they provide at the Countess Group for emerging businesses. Besides being a trainer and a top performer for Constant Contact, he also talked about email marketing, targeting your ideal client, finding your niche, standing out in a crowded business environment and a myriad of other things about helping to grow your business. If you are wondering where you should start in growing or developing your business, give Ken a call and let him walk you through the process!!

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8748389 Mon, 28 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2062 2 58 full false Episode 57: Jeff Brown - Hometown Heroes Alliance - "Huntin' & Fishin'" Episode 57: Jeff Brown - Hometown Heroes Alliance - "Huntin' & Fishin'" Episode 57 brought Jeff and Pam Brown into the GRP Studios for their session of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Besides being a Deputy Sheriff here in Central Florida, both Jeff and Pam are impacting the lives of our first responders through the Hometown Heroes Alliance based right here in Central Florida. https://www.hometownheroesalliance.org/events
While they are based here locally, they are able to impact the lives of first responder and their families all over the country. We learned a lot about the lives of those that serve our community on a daily basis and what often happens when they are injured in the line of duty. Obviously with Jeff being a police officer for more than 40 years, he has seen a lot of things happen that are just incredibly sad when it comes to those that are serving the community. We really enjoyed having both of them on and hope to work with them in the months to come on some of their projects. #CheckYourSixPodcast # CY6 #firstresponders #police #firefighters #community #GRPStudios

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]]> Episode 57 brought Jeff and Pam Brown into the GRP Studios for their session of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Besides being a Deputy Sheriff here in Central Florida, both Jeff and Pam are impacting the lives of our first responders through the Hometown Heroes Alliance based right here in Central Florida. https://www.hometownheroesalliance.org/events
While they are based here locally, they are able to impact the lives of first responder and their families all over the country. We learned a lot about the lives of those that serve our community on a daily basis and what often happens when they are injured in the line of duty. Obviously with Jeff being a police officer for more than 40 years, he has seen a lot of things happen that are just incredibly sad when it comes to those that are serving the community. We really enjoyed having both of them on and hope to work with them in the months to come on some of their projects. #CheckYourSixPodcast # CY6 #firstresponders #police #firefighters #community #GRPStudios

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8721624 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1984 2 57 full false Episode 56: Tom Keen - The Lake Nona Veterans Club - "There Is No Place Like Home" Episode 56: Tom Keen - The Lake Nona Veterans Club - "There Is No Place Like Home" Episode 56 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought Tom Keen into the GRP Studios for his podcast. Tom is the current Treasurer of the Lake Nona Veterans Club and also works with The Fisher House at Lake Nona Veterans Hospital, the Lake Nona Veterans Hospital itself and the Central Florida Veterans Memorial Park on the ground of the LNVH. Tom has been working for a lot of years in the veteran community and gave us and the audience some great information on the LNVC, the Hospital, The Fisher House and the Gary Sinise Foundation - Snowball Express program. Fantastic programs that do a lot of great work and need our support as well as the support of the businesses and the community here in Central Florida.

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]]> Episode 56 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought Tom Keen into the GRP Studios for his podcast. Tom is the current Treasurer of the Lake Nona Veterans Club and also works with The Fisher House at Lake Nona Veterans Hospital, the Lake Nona Veterans Hospital itself and the Central Florida Veterans Memorial Park on the ground of the LNVH. Tom has been working for a lot of years in the veteran community and gave us and the audience some great information on the LNVC, the Hospital, The Fisher House and the Gary Sinise Foundation - Snowball Express program. Fantastic programs that do a lot of great work and need our support as well as the support of the businesses and the community here in Central Florida.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8686169 Mon, 14 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1911 2 56 full false Episode 55: Tom Costa - Protective Solutions - "We Are Going To Clean Up This Town" Episode 55: Tom Costa - Protective Solutions - "We Are Going To Clean Up This Town" Tom Costa with Protective Solutions was in the GRP Studios for Episode 56 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Tom and his crew with Protective Solutions are your interior environmental specialists when it comes to mold, water damage, duct cleaning, emergency services and more. He talked through his work journey from his start in the construction industry through to his becoming a certified mold remediation company. Lots of information about some of the things that we as home owners might not realize and some of the ways that they help fix those issues!! 

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]]> Tom Costa with Protective Solutions was in the GRP Studios for Episode 56 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Tom and his crew with Protective Solutions are your interior environmental specialists when it comes to mold, water damage, duct cleaning, emergency services and more. He talked through his work journey from his start in the construction industry through to his becoming a certified mold remediation company. Lots of information about some of the things that we as home owners might not realize and some of the ways that they help fix those issues!! 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8646105 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1877 2 55 full false Episode 54 - Sylvester Terry - A Tribute To Tuskegee Airman Episode 54 - Sylvester Terry - A Tribute To Tuskegee Airman Episode 54 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Air Force Veteran Sylvester Terry in the GRP Studios for the  Memorial Day episode airing today. Thanks to Sylvester, who does own a company called The World Golf Center virtual golf simulator, but today he talked about his ties with the local chapter of the Tuskegee Airman Inc. Back in WWII when these individuals were part of the Army Air Corps, they did amazing things with little to no support. It makes all of us that have served in the current rendition of the USAF, how much we own to some of the things that they did. You can find out more information about the General Daniel "Chappie" James Jr,  Central Florida chapter here at tia-cfl.org or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/cflctai/. Thank you Sylvester for sharing your passion about this amazing group of individuals and what they had to fight both in the field and here at home. Thanks also to the Army Band for their rendition of taps...gets me every time.

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]]> Episode 54 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Air Force Veteran Sylvester Terry in the GRP Studios for the  Memorial Day episode airing today. Thanks to Sylvester, who does own a company called The World Golf Center virtual golf simulator, but today he talked about his ties with the local chapter of the Tuskegee Airman Inc. Back in WWII when these individuals were part of the Army Air Corps, they did amazing things with little to no support. It makes all of us that have served in the current rendition of the USAF, how much we own to some of the things that they did. You can find out more information about the General Daniel "Chappie" James Jr,  Central Florida chapter here at tia-cfl.org or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/cflctai/. Thank you Sylvester for sharing your passion about this amazing group of individuals and what they had to fight both in the field and here at home. Thanks also to the Army Band for their rendition of taps...gets me every time.

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8599822 Mon, 31 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2024 2 54 full false Episode 53: Kristina Peacock - Seminole Chamber - "This Ain't Your Daddy's Chamber" Episode 53: Kristina Peacock - Seminole Chamber - "This Ain't Your Daddy's Chamber" Season 2 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast jumps out of the gate with Kristina Peacock from the Seminole Chamber dropping by the GRP Studios for her session. Kristina has been with the Seminole Chamber for quite a few years now and has watched it continue to grow and expand into a tremendously large an impactful chamber. It really is not your daddy's chamber with multiple councils throughout Seminole County and literally hundreds of events that can appeal to just about every kind of business owner. Great information about who they are, what they do and how they help local and Central Florida businesses. https://www.seminolebusiness.org/ #SeminoleChamber #GRPStudios #podcast #small-business #CY6 #CheckYourSixPodcast

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]]> Season 2 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast jumps out of the gate with Kristina Peacock from the Seminole Chamber dropping by the GRP Studios for her session. Kristina has been with the Seminole Chamber for quite a few years now and has watched it continue to grow and expand into a tremendously large an impactful chamber. It really is not your daddy's chamber with multiple councils throughout Seminole County and literally hundreds of events that can appeal to just about every kind of business owner. Great information about who they are, what they do and how they help local and Central Florida businesses. https://www.seminolebusiness.org/ #SeminoleChamber #GRPStudios #podcast #small-business #CY6 #CheckYourSixPodcast

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8479166 Mon, 24 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2068 2 53 full false Episode 52: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - Year One Recap - What A "Memorial" Year Episode 52: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - Year One Recap - What A "Memorial" Year Considering we started this on Memorial Day weekend last year, we decided to recap the last half of year one for the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. We have had some great guests on and have learned a lot, maybe even more than the first half. It really has been an honor for business owners to come on and share their stories, talk about the issues and challenges as well as the success that they have been able to enjoy. We are looking forward to continuing into Season 2, might even have to update our intro with the Mighty Quinn and give it a fresh focus. Thank you to everyone that has stopped by and we look forward to Season 2!! #grpstudios #podcast #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #small-business #community

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]]> Considering we started this on Memorial Day weekend last year, we decided to recap the last half of year one for the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. We have had some great guests on and have learned a lot, maybe even more than the first half. It really has been an honor for business owners to come on and share their stories, talk about the issues and challenges as well as the success that they have been able to enjoy. We are looking forward to continuing into Season 2, might even have to update our intro with the Mighty Quinn and give it a fresh focus. Thank you to everyone that has stopped by and we look forward to Season 2!! #grpstudios #podcast #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #small-business #community

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8479137 Mon, 17 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1902 1 52 full false Episode 51: Amanda Powell - Using Your Natural Talent - "The Voice From Above" Episode 51: Amanda Powell - Using Your Natural Talent - "The Voice From Above" Actress and voice over artist Amanda Powell stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 51 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. For those of you that listen to the podcast on a regular basis, she is the voice that you hear on many of the commercials that are in between the segments. Amanda has been in the studio on other projects but today she stopped by to give her story about the business, being an actress, doing VO work and faking it until you are making it!! Most people do not give much thought to what it takes to "just record your voice, how hard can that be"....for those of us in the industry, it is a lot harder than it looks. Great having her in today to give her perspective on being an individual that truly has to chase after the work!! Check out some her work here.. https://amandapowellvo.com/ #actresss #small-business #voice-overs #grpstudios #CY6 #podcast #checkyoursixpodcast

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]]> Actress and voice over artist Amanda Powell stopped by GRP Studios for Episode 51 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. For those of you that listen to the podcast on a regular basis, she is the voice that you hear on many of the commercials that are in between the segments. Amanda has been in the studio on other projects but today she stopped by to give her story about the business, being an actress, doing VO work and faking it until you are making it!! Most people do not give much thought to what it takes to "just record your voice, how hard can that be"....for those of us in the industry, it is a lot harder than it looks. Great having her in today to give her perspective on being an individual that truly has to chase after the work!! Check out some her work here.. https://amandapowellvo.com/ #actresss #small-business #voice-overs #grpstudios #CY6 #podcast #checkyoursixpodcast

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8479105 Mon, 10 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1979 1 51 full false Episode 50: Dave Kramer - Dave Talks Business - "If I Had A Hammer" Episode 50: Dave Kramer - Dave Talks Business - "If I Had A Hammer" Episode 50 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Dave Kramer of Dave Talks Business, https://www.davetalksbusiness.com/About-Dave/ in the GRP Studios. Dave has been a lifelong entrepreneur, has started numerous businesses and helped launch even more. His focus is now on helping those just starting or are growing their business to learn how to better use the tools of the business trade. His YouTube channel is focused on helping businesses wade through some of the potential pitfalls that new businesses sometimes face. Just made sense to have him come in and share his knowledge with Craig and Tim so we can all help small and emerging business owners. #emergingbusiness #small-business #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #podcast #davetalksbusiness

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]]> Episode 50 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Dave Kramer of Dave Talks Business, https://www.davetalksbusiness.com/About-Dave/ in the GRP Studios. Dave has been a lifelong entrepreneur, has started numerous businesses and helped launch even more. His focus is now on helping those just starting or are growing their business to learn how to better use the tools of the business trade. His YouTube channel is focused on helping businesses wade through some of the potential pitfalls that new businesses sometimes face. Just made sense to have him come in and share his knowledge with Craig and Tim so we can all help small and emerging business owners. #emergingbusiness #small-business #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #podcast #davetalksbusiness

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8430988 Mon, 03 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2060 1 50 full false Episode 49: Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "I've Got Blisters On My Fingers" Episode 49: Adrian Thacker - Proficiency Background Services - "I've Got Blisters On My Fingers" Episode 49 of the Check Your Six podcast has Adrian Thacker stopping by the GRP studios to talk about the necessity of pre-screening potential employees. Adrian owns Proficiency Background Services,  https://proficiencybackground.com/ now with two locations in Orlando and Tampa, that provides various levels of background checks for potential employees. Before you bring someone in as an employee, it is really important for just about any business to know who they really are. The nature and scope of background checks can help you determine who the best fit might be for your company. This is something that just about any sized business can use and the money you spend on the front end of hiring can save you a lot of potential problems on the back end!! #backgroundchecks #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #grpstudios #podcast #small- business

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]]> Episode 49 of the Check Your Six podcast has Adrian Thacker stopping by the GRP studios to talk about the necessity of pre-screening potential employees. Adrian owns Proficiency Background Services,  https://proficiencybackground.com/ now with two locations in Orlando and Tampa, that provides various levels of background checks for potential employees. Before you bring someone in as an employee, it is really important for just about any business to know who they really are. The nature and scope of background checks can help you determine who the best fit might be for your company. This is something that just about any sized business can use and the money you spend on the front end of hiring can save you a lot of potential problems on the back end!! #backgroundchecks #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #grpstudios #podcast #small- business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8402642 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2227 1 49 full false Episode 48: Susan Joseph - Legal Shield - "Dial 1-800-HELP!!" Episode 48: Susan Joseph - Legal Shield - "Dial 1-800-HELP!!" Episode 48 of the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast was all about protecting your business with Susan Joseph and Legal Shield. Susan dropped into the GRP Studios and talked with Craig and Tim about how Legal Shield can help protect your business without breaking the bank. Contracts, business claims, setting up your business and a host of other services provided by Legal Shield might be able to help you in a lot of different legal areas if you do not have the funds available to retain legal representation. Great stuff about what they can do and yo can check them out here https://josephagency.ladiesofjustice.com/ ! #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #legalshield #legal #small-business #grpstudios #podcasts

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]]> Episode 48 of the Check Your Six - CY6 Podcast was all about protecting your business with Susan Joseph and Legal Shield. Susan dropped into the GRP Studios and talked with Craig and Tim about how Legal Shield can help protect your business without breaking the bank. Contracts, business claims, setting up your business and a host of other services provided by Legal Shield might be able to help you in a lot of different legal areas if you do not have the funds available to retain legal representation. Great stuff about what they can do and yo can check them out here https://josephagency.ladiesofjustice.com/ ! #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #legalshield #legal #small-business #grpstudios #podcasts

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8342968 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1929 1 48 full false Episode 47: Marianne Carlson - Einstein Advisors - "Do You Sell Bagels?" Episode 47: Marianne Carlson - Einstein Advisors - "Do You Sell Bagels?" While most business owners may not be looking at needing to sign up for Medicare, Marianne Carlson from Einstein Advisors was the guest for Episode 47 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast this week at GRP Studios. Marianne has some fantastic information about everything Medicare related when it comes to individuals and while most of you might say, this does not apply to me, we might say ohhh contraire mon fraire, insurance is something EVERYONE needs!!! For Medicare, there is a good chance that all of us will be there someday(some of us are closer than others) but it was a lot of fun having her in the studio to talk with someone that, according to their motto, is really smart about insurance. https://ask-einstein.com/ #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #medicare #insurance #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> While most business owners may not be looking at needing to sign up for Medicare, Marianne Carlson from Einstein Advisors was the guest for Episode 47 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast this week at GRP Studios. Marianne has some fantastic information about everything Medicare related when it comes to individuals and while most of you might say, this does not apply to me, we might say ohhh contraire mon fraire, insurance is something EVERYONE needs!!! For Medicare, there is a good chance that all of us will be there someday(some of us are closer than others) but it was a lot of fun having her in the studio to talk with someone that, according to their motto, is really smart about insurance. https://ask-einstein.com/ #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #medicare #insurance #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8256684 Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1905 1 47 full false Episode 46: Rob Hynes - RPH Strategization - "Personal Strategization" Episode 46: Rob Hynes - RPH Strategization - "Personal Strategization" Episode 46 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast was all about business strategy.  Rob Hynes with RPH Strategies was in the GRP Studios talking about a new term we coined, Strategization. He talked about being a sales individual, about the 4 keys for RPH which are Reliability, Profitability, Honorability and Strategies as well as the experience that he has gained over the past 25 years being involved in sales. Rob talked about the need to create a sales team that has a passion for what they do and what they represent, not just a collection of people that sell stuff!! #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #business #sales #reliability #profitability #honorability #strategies #small-business

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]]> Episode 46 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast was all about business strategy.  Rob Hynes with RPH Strategies was in the GRP Studios talking about a new term we coined, Strategization. He talked about being a sales individual, about the 4 keys for RPH which are Reliability, Profitability, Honorability and Strategies as well as the experience that he has gained over the past 25 years being involved in sales. Rob talked about the need to create a sales team that has a passion for what they do and what they represent, not just a collection of people that sell stuff!! #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #business #sales #reliability #profitability #honorability #strategies #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8256500 Mon, 05 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1927 1 46 full false Episode 45: Erin Kamalzadeh - Your Business Photographer - "The BIG Picture" Episode 45: Erin Kamalzadeh - Your Business Photographer - "The BIG Picture" Episode 45 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought photographer Erin Kamalzadeh into  the GRP Studios to talk about the importance of good high quality photos and/or videos for your business. Erin talks about the decision to create her own business, https://urbizphoto.smugmug.com/, the challenges and concerns of starting something new, branching out and doing things that you have never done before as well as some of things that she is looking forward to. Besides being a wife, mother and business owner Erin has also become very involved in the Seminole Chamber and has taken on a leadership role in helping other small businesses work through some of the challenges she has faced. It was great having her in the studio and for the first time in a long time, it was not a musician!! #photographer #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #urbizphoto #small-business #emergingbusiness #seminolechamber

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]]> Episode 45 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought photographer Erin Kamalzadeh into  the GRP Studios to talk about the importance of good high quality photos and/or videos for your business. Erin talks about the decision to create her own business, https://urbizphoto.smugmug.com/, the challenges and concerns of starting something new, branching out and doing things that you have never done before as well as some of things that she is looking forward to. Besides being a wife, mother and business owner Erin has also become very involved in the Seminole Chamber and has taken on a leadership role in helping other small businesses work through some of the challenges she has faced. It was great having her in the studio and for the first time in a long time, it was not a musician!! #photographer #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #urbizphoto #small-business #emergingbusiness #seminolechamber

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8204568 Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1940 1 45 full false Episode 44: Randy Keith - Premier Piano Shows - "Not Dueling Banjo's?" Episode 44: Randy Keith - Premier Piano Shows - "Not Dueling Banjo's?" Episode 44 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought another musician(surprise) into the GRP Studios when Randy Keith from Premier Piano Shows dropped in for the show. Randy had just come off a very late night performing so we appreciated him coming in for the podcast. Randy talked about how he started the business, he trek from California to Arizona to Florida, how he met his wife and the business that he created. While Randy is another performer, his business is a little bit different than others we have had in the studio and he talked about some of the challenges he has had in developing his business. Just another example of the co-hosts having none of the talents and abilities that most of of our guests seem to enjoy!! #premierpianoshows #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #podcast #musician #grpstudios 

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]]> Episode 44 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought another musician(surprise) into the GRP Studios when Randy Keith from Premier Piano Shows dropped in for the show. Randy had just come off a very late night performing so we appreciated him coming in for the podcast. Randy talked about how he started the business, he trek from California to Arizona to Florida, how he met his wife and the business that he created. While Randy is another performer, his business is a little bit different than others we have had in the studio and he talked about some of the challenges he has had in developing his business. Just another example of the co-hosts having none of the talents and abilities that most of of our guests seem to enjoy!! #premierpianoshows #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #podcast #musician #grpstudios 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8151734 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2230 1 44 full false Episode 43: John Kalish - A Hero For Kids - "Holy Guacamole Batman" Episode 43: John Kalish - A Hero For Kids - "Holy Guacamole Batman" John "Batman" Kalish repelled into the GRP Studios for the 43rd Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. John aka "Batman" is the founder and CEO of A Hero For Kids based out of St. Cloud Florida and continues to do fantastic things in the community for kids and families. If you spend any time at all with John you will quickly learn what makes him tick and most of it is his love for kids and his desire to give back. Starting out as simply just doing things, he soon realized that it needed to become bigger and POW, BIFF , ZAP.....A Hero For Kids was born!! His tag line is not all heroes wear capes, but John is a hero and he does wear a cape! #aheroforkids #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios #community #givingback

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]]> John "Batman" Kalish repelled into the GRP Studios for the 43rd Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. John aka "Batman" is the founder and CEO of A Hero For Kids based out of St. Cloud Florida and continues to do fantastic things in the community for kids and families. If you spend any time at all with John you will quickly learn what makes him tick and most of it is his love for kids and his desire to give back. Starting out as simply just doing things, he soon realized that it needed to become bigger and POW, BIFF , ZAP.....A Hero For Kids was born!! His tag line is not all heroes wear capes, but John is a hero and he does wear a cape! #aheroforkids #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios #community #givingback

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8116589 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1816 1 43 full false Episode 42: Ally Nass - Command K9 Service Dogs - "Who Let The Dogs Out" Episode 42: Ally Nass - Command K9 Service Dogs - "Who Let The Dogs Out" The Baja Men had it right with Who Let The Dogs Out when Ally Nass and Dan Cornier dropped by the GRP Studios for the 42 Episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Ally and Dan, Army and Marine veterans respectively, created Command K9 Service Dogs as a way to giving back to veterans as well as civilians that are struggling with a multitude of emotional issues. Both Ally and Dan have experienced first hand what those conditions are like that can cause anxiety, PTSD and other emotional challenges from military service, first responders and beyond. Their love of animals and their desire to help others made it this episode really special when we saw how much these animals have done for them and they even brought Trump in to see us, well sort of. #serviceanimals #military #firstresponders #givingback #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> The Baja Men had it right with Who Let The Dogs Out when Ally Nass and Dan Cornier dropped by the GRP Studios for the 42 Episode of the Check Your Six podcast. Ally and Dan, Army and Marine veterans respectively, created Command K9 Service Dogs as a way to giving back to veterans as well as civilians that are struggling with a multitude of emotional issues. Both Ally and Dan have experienced first hand what those conditions are like that can cause anxiety, PTSD and other emotional challenges from military service, first responders and beyond. Their love of animals and their desire to help others made it this episode really special when we saw how much these animals have done for them and they even brought Trump in to see us, well sort of. #serviceanimals #military #firstresponders #givingback #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8095951 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2038 1 42 full false Episode 41: Chuck/Debbie Davidson - Techy Services - "Seriously, Can You Fix This?" Episode 41: Chuck/Debbie Davidson - Techy Services - "Seriously, Can You Fix This?" Chuck and Debbie Davidson made their way into the GRP Studios for the 41st Episode of the Check Your Six podcast talking about their business Techy. With so many of the things that we use on a daily basis, being able to fix and/or repair all of our electronic devices. Chuck and Debbie talked about some of the challenges of the business as well as some of the fantastic opportunities that Techy provides to their franchise owners. They also talked about giving back to the community and their plan for the month of March to donate a portion of their proceeds to the charity that Craig and I both work with, Kids In Support of Soldiers. Chuck was our fist Coast Guard veteran that we had on the podcast so we did not make a lot of fun of his service, but Debbie did bring up a very interesting point during the podcast...something about the Air Force boot camp going virtual this year!!! Ouch...;o) #techy #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #smallbusiness #small-business

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]]> Chuck and Debbie Davidson made their way into the GRP Studios for the 41st Episode of the Check Your Six podcast talking about their business Techy. With so many of the things that we use on a daily basis, being able to fix and/or repair all of our electronic devices. Chuck and Debbie talked about some of the challenges of the business as well as some of the fantastic opportunities that Techy provides to their franchise owners. They also talked about giving back to the community and their plan for the month of March to donate a portion of their proceeds to the charity that Craig and I both work with, Kids In Support of Soldiers. Chuck was our fist Coast Guard veteran that we had on the podcast so we did not make a lot of fun of his service, but Debbie did bring up a very interesting point during the podcast...something about the Air Force boot camp going virtual this year!!! Ouch...;o) #techy #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #smallbusiness #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-8017804 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2103 1 41 full false Episode 40: Angie Federici - Mortgage Broker - "We've Got The Cash Right Here" Episode 40: Angie Federici - Mortgage Broker - "We've Got The Cash Right Here" We have had a couple of Realtors on the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast so Episode  40 brought mortgage broker Angie Federici into the GRP Studios for her session. Angie was a great compliment to the information the Realtors provided and talked to Craig and Tim about the funding from a mortgage broker standpoint and the relationships that can be built with having  great Realtors and brokers. She also talked about the Hero program that she is involved with the way that she is able to give back, especially to veterans, first responders and now teachers as well. Great information on the mortgage side and funding for homes. #grpstudios #vetsgrowth #mortgage #broker #funding #podcast #military #firstresponders #educators #checkyoursixpodcast

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]]> We have had a couple of Realtors on the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast so Episode  40 brought mortgage broker Angie Federici into the GRP Studios for her session. Angie was a great compliment to the information the Realtors provided and talked to Craig and Tim about the funding from a mortgage broker standpoint and the relationships that can be built with having  great Realtors and brokers. She also talked about the Hero program that she is involved with the way that she is able to give back, especially to veterans, first responders and now teachers as well. Great information on the mortgage side and funding for homes. #grpstudios #vetsgrowth #mortgage #broker #funding #podcast #military #firstresponders #educators #checkyoursixpodcast

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-7879339 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2061 1 40 full false Episode 39: Marc Caramuta - Paradigm Party Band - "We're Getting The Band Back Together" Episode 39: Marc Caramuta - Paradigm Party Band - "We're Getting The Band Back Together" Marc Caramuta with the Paradigm Party Band dropped by the GRP Studios for the 39th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Voted the Best of Weddings from "The Knot" for 2021, Paradigm Party Band can bring it like no one else in Central Florida and beyond. Marc talked about his background, his introduction to the business, how he continues to adapt and develop his brand even though it is a lot more work than one might expect. Again, another musician on the program, just can't  seem to get away from them!! #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios #paradigmpartyband #weddings #performers #band #small-business

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]]> Marc Caramuta with the Paradigm Party Band dropped by the GRP Studios for the 39th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Voted the Best of Weddings from "The Knot" for 2021, Paradigm Party Band can bring it like no one else in Central Florida and beyond. Marc talked about his background, his introduction to the business, how he continues to adapt and develop his brand even though it is a lot more work than one might expect. Again, another musician on the program, just can't  seem to get away from them!! #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios #paradigmpartyband #weddings #performers #band #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-7835431 Mon, 15 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2207 1 39 full false Episode 38: Pamela Costa - Coldwell Banker - "Getting That Senior Home"? Episode 38: Pamela Costa - Coldwell Banker - "Getting That Senior Home"? Episode 38 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought back to back realtors into the GRP studios. Pamela Costa with Coldwell Banker Realty came in for her session today and talked about some different aspects of home buying and selling not only here in Central Florida but International as well! Her niche as we found out was working with seniors in helping them with home purchases, either downsizing or second homes and the challenges with working with some of us that are older and may not be on the cutting edge when it comes to technology....both Craig and Tim are old school so we felt right at "home"!! #CY6 #podcast #coldwellbanker #realty #veterans #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Episode 38 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought back to back realtors into the GRP studios. Pamela Costa with Coldwell Banker Realty came in for her session today and talked about some different aspects of home buying and selling not only here in Central Florida but International as well! Her niche as we found out was working with seniors in helping them with home purchases, either downsizing or second homes and the challenges with working with some of us that are older and may not be on the cutting edge when it comes to technology....both Craig and Tim are old school so we felt right at "home"!! #CY6 #podcast #coldwellbanker #realty #veterans #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-7697806 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2029 1 38 full false Episode 37: Jason Alderman - Keller Williams - "Trust Me, I'm A Realtor" Episode 37: Jason Alderman - Keller Williams - "Trust Me, I'm A Realtor" Retired Marine veteran Jason Alderman dropped by the GRP Studios for Episode 37 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Jason is a Realtor in Central Florida for Keller Williams Realty and also serves as the current President of FAVOB, the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses. Besides being a Realtor and President of FAVOB, he also gives back to the Camaraderie Foundation with a percentage from all of his housing transactions. Jason talked honestly about, his faith, his family and his passion for helping others, especially veterans. #checkyoursix #CY6 #veteran #realtor #camaraderie #givingback #podcast #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Retired Marine veteran Jason Alderman dropped by the GRP Studios for Episode 37 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Jason is a Realtor in Central Florida for Keller Williams Realty and also serves as the current President of FAVOB, the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses. Besides being a Realtor and President of FAVOB, he also gives back to the Camaraderie Foundation with a percentage from all of his housing transactions. Jason talked honestly about, his faith, his family and his passion for helping others, especially veterans. #checkyoursix #CY6 #veteran #realtor #camaraderie #givingback #podcast #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-7539904 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1839 1 37 full false Episode 36: Alex Chisholm - Trident Warrior - "Go West Young Man" Episode 36: Alex Chisholm - Trident Warrior - "Go West Young Man" Episode 36 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Alex Chisholm in the GRP Studios to talk about his journey in ditching corporate America. Alex, the Trident Warrior gave some insight into his decision to leave the corporate world and head out on his own. Taking the experience  from decades of work in multiple industries, Alex uses his Trident Warrior, three tier approach in helping business owners create a firm foundation for their business. Alex also happens to be another musician that has been a guest on the show, seems to be a theme for us!! #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #small-business 

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]]> Episode 36 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Alex Chisholm in the GRP Studios to talk about his journey in ditching corporate America. Alex, the Trident Warrior gave some insight into his decision to leave the corporate world and head out on his own. Taking the experience  from decades of work in multiple industries, Alex uses his Trident Warrior, three tier approach in helping business owners create a firm foundation for their business. Alex also happens to be another musician that has been a guest on the show, seems to be a theme for us!! #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #small-business 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-7463494 Mon, 25 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1882 1 36 full false Episode 35: Diane Sears - i4 Magazine - Small Business Publications - "Stop The Presses" Episode 35: Diane Sears - i4 Magazine - Small Business Publications - "Stop The Presses" Episode 35 brought Diane Sears, Editor of i4 Magazine into the GRP Studios for latest Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Diane has been in Central Florida for a long time and has seen a tremendous amount of growth in the past 35 plus years. Currently she is directing the operation at the premier magazine for business leaders all along the I4 corridor and beyond and shared some of her passion and vision in helping grow Central Florida into the place to be!! #i4biz #centralflorida #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #leadership #vision #grpstudios

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]]> Episode 35 brought Diane Sears, Editor of i4 Magazine into the GRP Studios for latest Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Diane has been in Central Florida for a long time and has seen a tremendous amount of growth in the past 35 plus years. Currently she is directing the operation at the premier magazine for business leaders all along the I4 corridor and beyond and shared some of her passion and vision in helping grow Central Florida into the place to be!! #i4biz #centralflorida #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #leadership #vision #grpstudios

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-7268317 Mon, 18 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1973 1 35 full false Episode 34: Jeremy Shontz - Automobile Business - "You Are Buggin Me" Episode 34: Jeremy Shontz - Automobile Business - "You Are Buggin Me" Episode 34 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast, had a little bit of a different slant on it when Jeremy Shontz stopped by the studio and talked about the challenges of selling automobiles. A lot of us have opinions about car sales personnel, some good, some not so good, but Jeremy was able to shed a little light on how the operation works at Napleton Volkswagen here in Central Florida. It was a lot of fun having him in the GRP Studios and we learned a lot about how things work. Don't know if it made us like shopping for cars, but it helped. #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #automobiles #dealerships #small-business #CY6 

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]]> Episode 34 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast, had a little bit of a different slant on it when Jeremy Shontz stopped by the studio and talked about the challenges of selling automobiles. A lot of us have opinions about car sales personnel, some good, some not so good, but Jeremy was able to shed a little light on how the operation works at Napleton Volkswagen here in Central Florida. It was a lot of fun having him in the GRP Studios and we learned a lot about how things work. Don't know if it made us like shopping for cars, but it helped. #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #automobiles #dealerships #small-business #CY6 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-7227529 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2024 1 34 full false Episode 33: Sgt Maj. Tommie Maldonado - Veteran Services Programs - "Ten Hut Soldier" Part II Episode 33: Sgt Maj. Tommie Maldonado - Veteran Services Programs - "Ten Hut Soldier" Part II Episode 33 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast is Part II of the conversation with Sgt. Major Tommie Maldonado about veteran benefits. He continues talking about some of the challenges and benefits available for military members that have exited the service. We wanted to bring Tommie back for some more information so if you know a veteran that has recently come off active duty, or any veteran that may be wondering what they can do, have them reach out to Tommie and he can point you in the right direction and get it done!! #veteran #benefits #VA #checkyoursix #CY6 #grpstudios #podcast #small-business

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]]> Episode 33 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast is Part II of the conversation with Sgt. Major Tommie Maldonado about veteran benefits. He continues talking about some of the challenges and benefits available for military members that have exited the service. We wanted to bring Tommie back for some more information so if you know a veteran that has recently come off active duty, or any veteran that may be wondering what they can do, have them reach out to Tommie and he can point you in the right direction and get it done!! #veteran #benefits #VA #checkyoursix #CY6 #grpstudios #podcast #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-7016254 Mon, 04 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1792 1 33 full false Episode 32: Sgt Maj. Tommie Maldonado - Veteran Service Programs - "Ten Hut Soldier" Part I Episode 32: Sgt Maj. Tommie Maldonado - Veteran Service Programs - "Ten Hut Soldier" Part I Sgt. Major Tommie Maldonado was in the house for the 32nd episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Obviously  Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor, both Air Force cops, needed to be on their best behavior with the Sgt. Major in the GRP Studios, just to make sure they could pass muster. His position with the Veterans Administration meant that this podcast was focused on the military and some of the challenges and benefits available for veterans that have exited the service. Maybe not a lot of small business talk but still provided a lot of information for veterans on some of the benefits available to them that they were not aware of. If you know a veteran that has recently come off active duty, or any veteran that may be wondering what they can do, have them reach out to Tommie and he can point you in the right direction and get it done!! #veteran #benefits #VA #checkyoursix #CY6  #grpstudios #podcast #small-business

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]]> Sgt. Major Tommie Maldonado was in the house for the 32nd episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Obviously  Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor, both Air Force cops, needed to be on their best behavior with the Sgt. Major in the GRP Studios, just to make sure they could pass muster. His position with the Veterans Administration meant that this podcast was focused on the military and some of the challenges and benefits available for veterans that have exited the service. Maybe not a lot of small business talk but still provided a lot of information for veterans on some of the benefits available to them that they were not aware of. If you know a veteran that has recently come off active duty, or any veteran that may be wondering what they can do, have them reach out to Tommie and he can point you in the right direction and get it done!! #veteran #benefits #VA #checkyoursix #CY6  #grpstudios #podcast #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6956078 Mon, 28 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 1839 1 32 full false Episode 31: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen 2020 Episode Review - Hohoho, Merry Christmas Episode 31: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen 2020 Episode Review - Hohoho, Merry Christmas Episode 31 had co-host Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor talking about the year in review and the first 30 Episodes. So many great guests shared their wisdom and experiences in the business world as well as some episodes that were just a lot of fun. Thanks to everyone that has been a part of this adventure, looking forward to what 2021 might have in store for guest and topics. #small-business #CY6 #checkyoursix #grpstudios #podcast

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]]> Episode 31 had co-host Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor talking about the year in review and the first 30 Episodes. So many great guests shared their wisdom and experiences in the business world as well as some episodes that were just a lot of fun. Thanks to everyone that has been a part of this adventure, looking forward to what 2021 might have in store for guest and topics. #small-business #CY6 #checkyoursix #grpstudios #podcast

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6810076 Mon, 21 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 1993 1 31 full false Episode 30: Brian Remington - Ride With Two Indians - "Dos Hombres" Episode 30: Brian Remington - Ride With Two Indians - "Dos Hombres" Motorcycles were the theme again for the 30th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Brian Remington joined co-host Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor in the GRP Podcast Studios to talk about his sideline passion, Indian Motorcycles and Ride With Two Indians. Brian has spent more  than a year riding throughout the country with his wife and capturing those adventures on his YouTube Channel, Ride With Two Indians. Great conversation about how it all started, why he does it and why he rides those fantastic Indian Motorcycles. Check out his YouTube Channel, ridewithtwoindians and come along for the ride. http://www.youtube.com/c/twoindians #motorcycles #podcast #travel #checkyoursix #CY6 #vetsgrowth #grpstudios 

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]]> Motorcycles were the theme again for the 30th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Brian Remington joined co-host Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor in the GRP Podcast Studios to talk about his sideline passion, Indian Motorcycles and Ride With Two Indians. Brian has spent more  than a year riding throughout the country with his wife and capturing those adventures on his YouTube Channel, Ride With Two Indians. Great conversation about how it all started, why he does it and why he rides those fantastic Indian Motorcycles. Check out his YouTube Channel, ridewithtwoindians and come along for the ride. http://www.youtube.com/c/twoindians #motorcycles #podcast #travel #checkyoursix #CY6 #vetsgrowth #grpstudios 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6809851 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 2237 1 30 full false Episode 29: Sabrina Persaud - Nadini Printing - "I Need 10,000 Of These Yesterday" Episode 29: Sabrina Persaud - Nadini Printing - "I Need 10,000 Of These Yesterday" Sabrina Persaud with Nadini Printing was the guest for hosts Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor on the 29th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Nadini's the name and printing is the game for Sabrina. Sabrina is another member of the East Orlando Chamber that has been a part of the podcast talking about being a second generation family owned business, the challenges of working in a crowded market and what they can provide for their clients!!  We also found out the genesis for the name Nadini printing and what she learned from her father in continuing with the family business. #printing #smallbusiness #familybusiness #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios 

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]]> Sabrina Persaud with Nadini Printing was the guest for hosts Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor on the 29th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Nadini's the name and printing is the game for Sabrina. Sabrina is another member of the East Orlando Chamber that has been a part of the podcast talking about being a second generation family owned business, the challenges of working in a crowded market and what they can provide for their clients!!  We also found out the genesis for the name Nadini printing and what she learned from her father in continuing with the family business. #printing #smallbusiness #familybusiness #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6676625 Mon, 07 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 2066 1 29 full false Episode 28: Carol Ann Dykes-Louge - Business Incubation - "The Birth Of A Bouncing Baby Business" Episode 28: Carol Ann Dykes-Louge - Business Incubation - "The Birth Of A Bouncing Baby Business" Special guest Carol Ann Dykes-Louge was in the GRP Studios for the 28th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Carol Ann wears a lot of hats but her primary function is the Director of Programs and Operations, Innovation Districts & Incubation Program at UCF. The Incubation program has so many layers that are available to help small business owners succeed and works in conjunction with the SBA, the SBDC and other small business initiatives. There was so much information about what they do that we did not even get to her work as the Interim Manager of Team Orlando Central Florida Tech Grove. #UCF #small-business #SBA #SBDC #incubator #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios

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]]> Special guest Carol Ann Dykes-Louge was in the GRP Studios for the 28th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Carol Ann wears a lot of hats but her primary function is the Director of Programs and Operations, Innovation Districts & Incubation Program at UCF. The Incubation program has so many layers that are available to help small business owners succeed and works in conjunction with the SBA, the SBDC and other small business initiatives. There was so much information about what they do that we did not even get to her work as the Interim Manager of Team Orlando Central Florida Tech Grove. #UCF #small-business #SBA #SBDC #incubator #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6592645 Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 2592 1 28 full false Episode 27: Andrew Chambers - East Orlando Chamber of Commerce - "Play That Chamber Music White Boy" Episode 27: Andrew Chambers - East Orlando Chamber of Commerce - "Play That Chamber Music White Boy" Episode 27 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast featured Andrew Cole from the East Orlando Chamber of Commerce as the guest. Craig and Tim discussed some of the things that a Chamber of Commerce does and how they impact the community, help small businesses grow as well as networking with one another. Andrew has been with the Chamber for quite some time and is another musician that has been a guest on the podcast. Even though we have had several guests that are musicians, neither of us have been able to improve on our musical talent, which is probably just fine for the audience. If you are in the Central Florida area you can check them out at www.eocc.com. #checkyoursix #CY6 #chamberofcommerce #small-business #community #podcast #grpstudios

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]]> Episode 27 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast featured Andrew Cole from the East Orlando Chamber of Commerce as the guest. Craig and Tim discussed some of the things that a Chamber of Commerce does and how they impact the community, help small businesses grow as well as networking with one another. Andrew has been with the Chamber for quite some time and is another musician that has been a guest on the podcast. Even though we have had several guests that are musicians, neither of us have been able to improve on our musical talent, which is probably just fine for the audience. If you are in the Central Florida area you can check them out at www.eocc.com. #checkyoursix #CY6 #chamberofcommerce #small-business #community #podcast #grpstudios

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6497269 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 1873 1 27 full false Episode 26: Sean Esler - Edge Consulting - "Tech Geeks R Us" Episode 26: Sean Esler - Edge Consulting - "Tech Geeks R Us" For the 26th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast, Craig and Tim brought in Sean Esler with Edge Consulting to talk all things tech related. Something that most small business owners need but few of us understand, unless you own an IT/Tech consulting business, and even fewer of us are able to navigate. Having a web presence is essential for small business in the current business climate and having the support for the technology is even more essential. Besides being a small business owner himself, Sean has had a lot of experience in a multitude of businesses, non-profits and community related programs. It is a wonder he has any hair left(small joke if you know Sean) #IT #small-business #techsupport #checkyoursix #CY6 #grpstudios 

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]]> For the 26th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast, Craig and Tim brought in Sean Esler with Edge Consulting to talk all things tech related. Something that most small business owners need but few of us understand, unless you own an IT/Tech consulting business, and even fewer of us are able to navigate. Having a web presence is essential for small business in the current business climate and having the support for the technology is even more essential. Besides being a small business owner himself, Sean has had a lot of experience in a multitude of businesses, non-profits and community related programs. It is a wonder he has any hair left(small joke if you know Sean) #IT #small-business #techsupport #checkyoursix #CY6 #grpstudios 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6362605 Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 1932 1 26 full false Episode 25: Mandy Rossmeyer - Rossmeyer Harley Davidson - "Going Hog Wild" Episode 25: Mandy Rossmeyer - Rossmeyer Harley Davidson - "Going Hog Wild" Episode 25 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Craig and Tim making their first road trip up to Bruce Rossmeyer Harley Davidson at Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach. Mandy Rossmeyer and Shelley Rossmeyer-Pepe joined the guys for some conversation about motorcycles, being a part of a family business, operating multiple locations and a lot of things in between. Bruce Rossmeyer and the family have been a major force in the motorcycle industry and continue to lead the way in providing excellent service to the motorcycle community and beyond. #harley-davidson #rossmeyerhd #motorcycles #familybusiness #small-business #CY6 #podcast #checkyoursix

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]]> Episode 25 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Craig and Tim making their first road trip up to Bruce Rossmeyer Harley Davidson at Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach. Mandy Rossmeyer and Shelley Rossmeyer-Pepe joined the guys for some conversation about motorcycles, being a part of a family business, operating multiple locations and a lot of things in between. Bruce Rossmeyer and the family have been a major force in the motorcycle industry and continue to lead the way in providing excellent service to the motorcycle community and beyond. #harley-davidson #rossmeyerhd #motorcycles #familybusiness #small-business #CY6 #podcast #checkyoursix

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6277144 Mon, 09 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 1989 1 25 full false Episode 24: Nate Brower - Southern Cycles - "Get Your Motor Running" Episode 24: Nate Brower - Southern Cycles - "Get Your Motor Running" Nate Brower with Southern Cycles in Apopka rode over to the GRP Studios for his recording on the Check Your Six podcast. Nate, who is a Marine veteran, talked about working in the corporate world after his service, finally starting his motorcycle repair business, and his partnership with co-owner Josh Welch. Nates goal has always been to provide excellent service at affordable prices and do it with integrity and honesty. He also talked about the slow steady growth of his business as well as some of the challenges of doing it in the fashion. #motorcycles #checkyoursix #podcast #veteran #smallbusiness #repairservice 

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]]> Nate Brower with Southern Cycles in Apopka rode over to the GRP Studios for his recording on the Check Your Six podcast. Nate, who is a Marine veteran, talked about working in the corporate world after his service, finally starting his motorcycle repair business, and his partnership with co-owner Josh Welch. Nates goal has always been to provide excellent service at affordable prices and do it with integrity and honesty. He also talked about the slow steady growth of his business as well as some of the challenges of doing it in the fashion. #motorcycles #checkyoursix #podcast #veteran #smallbusiness #repairservice 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6047029 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 1880 1 24 full false Episode 23: Brandon Rivera - DJ Bodega - "DJ, Drop That Beat" Episode 23: Brandon Rivera - DJ Bodega - "DJ, Drop That Beat" Episode 23 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Brandon Rivera, aka DJ Bodega, make a trip up from Vero Beach FL to the GRP Studios for his session. Brandon, or should be just say DJ Bodega, came in and talked about his passion, his love of music and what he has done to change the culture of his profession in Vero Beach. Besides working full time in the financial industry, he has spent more than a decade sharing his love for music in clubs, weddings and just about anywhere people need his service. It was great having him in the studio, even if he did have to deal with a couple of old guys and try to explain the new musical trends! #djbodega #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #small-business #music

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]]> Episode 23 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Brandon Rivera, aka DJ Bodega, make a trip up from Vero Beach FL to the GRP Studios for his session. Brandon, or should be just say DJ Bodega, came in and talked about his passion, his love of music and what he has done to change the culture of his profession in Vero Beach. Besides working full time in the financial industry, he has spent more than a decade sharing his love for music in clubs, weddings and just about anywhere people need his service. It was great having him in the studio, even if he did have to deal with a couple of old guys and try to explain the new musical trends! #djbodega #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #small-business #music

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-6046858 Mon, 26 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2020 1 23 full false Episode 22: Phil Spangler - Primerica - Working Your Passion - "Star Spangler Banner" Episode 22: Phil Spangler - Primerica - Working Your Passion - "Star Spangler Banner" Phil Spangler with Primerica drops by the GRP Studios for his appearance on the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. We have covered some financial information in past episodes but really enjoyed having Phil in to get his perspective on not only his business as a representative for Primerica, but some well needed advice for personal finances. We have had a few on the show but another example of a young man that has planned his work and is working the plan!! #CY6 #finances #Primerica #small-business #grpstudios #checkyoursix

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]]> Phil Spangler with Primerica drops by the GRP Studios for his appearance on the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. We have covered some financial information in past episodes but really enjoyed having Phil in to get his perspective on not only his business as a representative for Primerica, but some well needed advice for personal finances. We have had a few on the show but another example of a young man that has planned his work and is working the plan!! #CY6 #finances #Primerica #small-business #grpstudios #checkyoursix

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5844553 Mon, 19 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2036 1 22 full false Episode 21: Bob Cheatham - Effective Results - "Building Your Business NY Style" Episode 21: Bob Cheatham - Effective Results - "Building Your Business NY Style" Bob Cheatham with Effective Results was the guest today for the 21 Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast from GRP Studios in Longwood. Lots of information to talk with Bob about today, did not get to a lot of what we were looking to cover but did talk about the need for a business consultant, even for a small business. Bob's tag line is "Sometimes the difference between success and failure is an objective opinion" and he explained why that outside observation can be so important. He will be your friend for free but when it comes to the hard discussions about what works and what does not, he does not sugar coat it. We will have to have him back to talk about some of the stuff we did not cover!! #results #business #consulting #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Bob Cheatham with Effective Results was the guest today for the 21 Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast from GRP Studios in Longwood. Lots of information to talk with Bob about today, did not get to a lot of what we were looking to cover but did talk about the need for a business consultant, even for a small business. Bob's tag line is "Sometimes the difference between success and failure is an objective opinion" and he explained why that outside observation can be so important. He will be your friend for free but when it comes to the hard discussions about what works and what does not, he does not sugar coat it. We will have to have him back to talk about some of the stuff we did not cover!! #results #business #consulting #checkyoursix #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5698945 Mon, 12 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1950 1 21 full false Episode 20: Bill " Roto" Reuter - Roto Speaks - Building Leadership - 'Six Million Dollar Man" Episode 20: Bill " Roto" Reuter - Roto Speaks - Building Leadership - 'Six Million Dollar Man" The 20th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought retired Navy veteran, test pilot Bill "Roto" Reuter into the GRP Studios for some dialog about building leadership. Of course, whenever you get 3 veterans together there will be military talk, some of our experiences in the service and basic shenanigans from all involved. "Roto" talked about being an effective leader, helping to train others in some of the techniques that he has used and was instructed in during his military career, as well as servant leadership and leading by example. You can look for him on his upcoming website rotospeaks.com as well as following him on Facebook and Instagram. #navy #veteran #aviator #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios #leadership #checkyoursix #small-business

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]]> The 20th Episode of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought retired Navy veteran, test pilot Bill "Roto" Reuter into the GRP Studios for some dialog about building leadership. Of course, whenever you get 3 veterans together there will be military talk, some of our experiences in the service and basic shenanigans from all involved. "Roto" talked about being an effective leader, helping to train others in some of the techniques that he has used and was instructed in during his military career, as well as servant leadership and leading by example. You can look for him on his upcoming website rotospeaks.com as well as following him on Facebook and Instagram. #navy #veteran #aviator #CY6 #podcast #grpstudios #leadership #checkyoursix #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5698492 Mon, 05 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1911 1 20 full false Episode 19: Wanda Parisi - Embroidery Plus Promotional - "Ohhhh, We Love Your Shirts" Episode 19: Wanda Parisi - Embroidery Plus Promotional - "Ohhhh, We Love Your Shirts" Episode 19 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast featured Wanda Parisi from Embroidery Plus Promotional in St. Could Florida in the GRP Studios. Wanda talked about the need to develop, design and promote your brand that makes a fantastic impression on everyone your come in contact with. Something that a lot of small business owners do not take into consideration is their brand and how it may, or may not, develop or hinder their business. Much like the movie Stripes, walking tall and looking good, you can do that with the work that Wanda does with Embroidery Plus Promotional. Besides the branding of your business she talked about the attention to detail and personal service, just another thing that can set you apart from others. #embroidery #small-business #checkyoursix #CY6 #grpstudios #podcast #branding #service

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]]> Episode 19 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast featured Wanda Parisi from Embroidery Plus Promotional in St. Could Florida in the GRP Studios. Wanda talked about the need to develop, design and promote your brand that makes a fantastic impression on everyone your come in contact with. Something that a lot of small business owners do not take into consideration is their brand and how it may, or may not, develop or hinder their business. Much like the movie Stripes, walking tall and looking good, you can do that with the work that Wanda does with Embroidery Plus Promotional. Besides the branding of your business she talked about the attention to detail and personal service, just another thing that can set you apart from others. #embroidery #small-business #checkyoursix #CY6 #grpstudios #podcast #branding #service

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5571988 Mon, 28 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1943 1 19 full false Episode 18: Ruth Osborne - Abacus Accounting - "When 2 + 2 = 5" Episode 18: Ruth Osborne - Abacus Accounting - "When 2 + 2 = 5" Ruth Osborne with Abacus Accounting is the guest on Episode 18 of the Check Your Six CY6 Podcast this week. Ruth, who is a Marine Veteran, joins co-hosts and Air Force Veterans Craig and Tim to talk about the need for business accounting services among other things. She talked about the increased amount of changes that are happening in the tax laws as compared to prior years and what small business needs to do to be prepared(hint, hire someone who knows what they are doing). Great time in the studio today with Ruth, did not get to a lot of the material we had wanted but that just means we get to have her back again. #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #small-business #accounting 

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]]> Ruth Osborne with Abacus Accounting is the guest on Episode 18 of the Check Your Six CY6 Podcast this week. Ruth, who is a Marine Veteran, joins co-hosts and Air Force Veterans Craig and Tim to talk about the need for business accounting services among other things. She talked about the increased amount of changes that are happening in the tax laws as compared to prior years and what small business needs to do to be prepared(hint, hire someone who knows what they are doing). Great time in the studio today with Ruth, did not get to a lot of the material we had wanted but that just means we get to have her back again. #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #small-business #accounting 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5399692 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1872 1 18 full false Episode 17: Debbie Rodriguez - QLM/CEP/iBuild - "When Temporary Is Permanent" Episode 17: Debbie Rodriguez - QLM/CEP/iBuild - "When Temporary Is Permanent" Episode 17 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought Jacqueline Boykin with QLM back into the studio with Debbie Rodriguez. Debbie is the co-founder of Quality Labor Management, as well as the founder of Competitive Edge Partners and I Build Central Florida. Amazing lady that has made a tremendous impact on the industrial and commercial labor market as well as creating a way to train those looking to join the skilled trades work force. #QLM #ibuilscentralflorida #construction #industrial #temporary #labor #skilledtrades #CY6 #podcast #small-business

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]]> Episode 17 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought Jacqueline Boykin with QLM back into the studio with Debbie Rodriguez. Debbie is the co-founder of Quality Labor Management, as well as the founder of Competitive Edge Partners and I Build Central Florida. Amazing lady that has made a tremendous impact on the industrial and commercial labor market as well as creating a way to train those looking to join the skilled trades work force. #QLM #ibuilscentralflorida #construction #industrial #temporary #labor #skilledtrades #CY6 #podcast #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5199664 Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2048 1 17 full false Episode 16: Tony Busby - Great Florida Insurance - "We've Got A Policy For That" Episode 16: Tony Busby - Great Florida Insurance - "We've Got A Policy For That" Tony Busby with Great Florida Insurance was the guest on Episode 16 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Tony joined hosts Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor talking about commercial insurance that he provides through Great Florida Insurance. Tony also talks about his time in the military and how that impacted what he decided to do after his military time. Lots of great information on what you need for commercial insurance. #insurance #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #grpstudios #podcast #greatfloridainsurance #small-business

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]]> Tony Busby with Great Florida Insurance was the guest on Episode 16 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. Tony joined hosts Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor talking about commercial insurance that he provides through Great Florida Insurance. Tony also talks about his time in the military and how that impacted what he decided to do after his military time. Lots of great information on what you need for commercial insurance. #insurance #checkyoursixpodcast #CY6 #grpstudios #podcast #greatfloridainsurance #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5199598 Sun, 06 Sep 2020 23:00:00 -0400 1798 1 16 full false Episode 15: Jarrod Council - First Command - Preparing For The Future - "We Are Going Back To The Future" Episode 15: Jarrod Council - First Command - Preparing For The Future - "We Are Going Back To The Future" Episode 15 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought Jarrod Council from First Command into the GRP Studios talking about protecting and planing for your future. A 21 year Air Force Veteran Jarrod also talked about his transition from military services and the challenges that are faced along with his decision to join First Command. Lots of information on what First Command is and how they help those coming out of military service as well as other services that he provides. #firstcommand #militaryservice #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #podcast #small-business

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]]> Episode 15 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast brought Jarrod Council from First Command into the GRP Studios talking about protecting and planing for your future. A 21 year Air Force Veteran Jarrod also talked about his transition from military services and the challenges that are faced along with his decision to join First Command. Lots of information on what First Command is and how they help those coming out of military service as well as other services that he provides. #firstcommand #militaryservice #CY6 #checkyoursixpodcast #grpstudios #podcast #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5199325 Mon, 31 Aug 2020 18:00:00 -0400 1921 1 15 full false Episode 14: Joel Ferguson - Edward Jones - Business Investing - "Have I Got A Deal For You"" Episode 14: Joel Ferguson - Edward Jones - Business Investing - "Have I Got A Deal For You"" Episode 14 of the Check Your Six-CY6 podcast brought Joel Ferguson from Edward Jones  Investments into the GRP Studios to talk about business investing. Even though he is a relatively young man, compared to the hosts anyway, he has a lot of wisdom and understanding on both personal and business investing!! After spending some time with him in the studio it gives us old folks some hope that at least some of those coming behind us have their heads on straight!! #edwardjones #checkyoursix #CY6 #investing  #podcast #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Episode 14 of the Check Your Six-CY6 podcast brought Joel Ferguson from Edward Jones  Investments into the GRP Studios to talk about business investing. Even though he is a relatively young man, compared to the hosts anyway, he has a lot of wisdom and understanding on both personal and business investing!! After spending some time with him in the studio it gives us old folks some hope that at least some of those coming behind us have their heads on straight!! #edwardjones #checkyoursix #CY6 #investing  #podcast #grpstudios #small-business

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5132356 Mon, 24 Aug 2020 18:00:00 -0400 1869 1 14 full false Episode 13: Sean Lyden - Lyden Communications - Business Communications - "Let Me Tell You A Story" Episode 13: Sean Lyden - Lyden Communications - Business Communications - "Let Me Tell You A Story" Episode 13 of the Check Your Six(CY6) podcast had Sean Lyden in the GRP Studios from Lyden Communications. Sean was fantastic today talking about the communication needed for business, his proficiency as a musician, some of his failures and some of his greatest moments. Talked also about his introduction to Toastmasters International here in Central Florida and how that has help him create even better content for what he brings to his clients!! Lots of fun and laughs with Sean in the studio today, a lot more off mic in some of the pre-production session and the break!! Hope to have him back soon. #lydencommunications #communication #grpstudiosinc #podcast #smallbusiness #CY6 

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]]> Episode 13 of the Check Your Six(CY6) podcast had Sean Lyden in the GRP Studios from Lyden Communications. Sean was fantastic today talking about the communication needed for business, his proficiency as a musician, some of his failures and some of his greatest moments. Talked also about his introduction to Toastmasters International here in Central Florida and how that has help him create even better content for what he brings to his clients!! Lots of fun and laughs with Sean in the studio today, a lot more off mic in some of the pre-production session and the break!! Hope to have him back soon. #lydencommunications #communication #grpstudiosinc #podcast #smallbusiness #CY6 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-5030387 Mon, 17 Aug 2020 18:00:00 -0400 1921 small business, podcast, studio, communication, community 1 13 full false Episode 12: Jacqueline Boykin - Quality Labor Management - Business Staffing - "Jump Into The Labor Pool" Episode 12: Jacqueline Boykin - Quality Labor Management - Business Staffing - "Jump Into The Labor Pool" Episode 12 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had a very special guest at GRP Studios for this session. Jacqueline Boykin was in the studio talking about staffing for small business with QLM, Quality Labor Management. Love having this lady in the studio, we go back a few years and it is always good to see her. The company that she is with, QLM, provides great industrial and construction labor for either temp or temp to perm status, as well as providing a way for those that want to be a part of that industry become trained and employed. #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #smallbusiness #staffing #temporarystaffing #construction #employees

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]]> Episode 12 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had a very special guest at GRP Studios for this session. Jacqueline Boykin was in the studio talking about staffing for small business with QLM, Quality Labor Management. Love having this lady in the studio, we go back a few years and it is always good to see her. The company that she is with, QLM, provides great industrial and construction labor for either temp or temp to perm status, as well as providing a way for those that want to be a part of that industry become trained and employed. #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #smallbusiness #staffing #temporarystaffing #construction #employees

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4941641 Mon, 10 Aug 2020 18:00:00 -0400 1914 1 12 full false Episode 11: Phil Zeman - Center State Bank - Business Funding Pt 2 - "Do Your Homework" Episode 11: Phil Zeman - Center State Bank - Business Funding Pt 2 - "Do Your Homework" Episode 11 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Phil Zeman back in the studio talking about business funding. Talking about SCORE, the SBA, SBDC and the Entrepreneurial Center and other great resources that can be used to help direct you to funding your business. Phil also talked about his position with Center State/South State bank, how banks view business overall and some of the challenges of working through banks for startup or new businesses. Having been both an entrepreneur and someone that helps fund those individuals from the banking industry, Phil has collected a wealth of information, no pun intended, on small business operation!! #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #smallbusiness #banking #financing

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]]> Episode 11 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast had Phil Zeman back in the studio talking about business funding. Talking about SCORE, the SBA, SBDC and the Entrepreneurial Center and other great resources that can be used to help direct you to funding your business. Phil also talked about his position with Center State/South State bank, how banks view business overall and some of the challenges of working through banks for startup or new businesses. Having been both an entrepreneur and someone that helps fund those individuals from the banking industry, Phil has collected a wealth of information, no pun intended, on small business operation!! #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #smallbusiness #banking #financing

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4725950 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 20:00:00 -0400 1735 1 11 full false Episode 10: Phil Zeman - Center State Bank - Business Financing Pt 1 - "Show Me The Money" Episode 10: Phil Zeman - Center State Bank - Business Financing Pt 1 - "Show Me The Money" Phil Zeman with Center State Bank is the guest for Episode 10 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast, Business Financial Planning. The fist of two episodes with Phil about funding your small business. SCORE, the SBA, SBDC and the National Entrepreneur Center here in Orlando that are FANTASTIC resources if you have, or are thinking of starting a small business. Lots of great information on some of the things you may need to understand before you even start looking for funding options in a new business. His experience in helping businesses and why he has discovered he is a "small bank" guy that supports the community. #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #smallbusiness #banking #financing 

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]]> Phil Zeman with Center State Bank is the guest for Episode 10 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast, Business Financial Planning. The fist of two episodes with Phil about funding your small business. SCORE, the SBA, SBDC and the National Entrepreneur Center here in Orlando that are FANTASTIC resources if you have, or are thinking of starting a small business. Lots of great information on some of the things you may need to understand before you even start looking for funding options in a new business. His experience in helping businesses and why he has discovered he is a "small bank" guy that supports the community. #CY6 #checkyoursix #podcast #grpstudios #smallbusiness #banking #financing 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4689185 Mon, 27 Jul 2020 18:00:00 -0400 1734 1 10 full false Episode 9: Jerald Huff - My Website Spot - Website Development - "Look Ma, I Made A Website" Episode 9: Jerald Huff - My Website Spot - Website Development - "Look Ma, I Made A Website" Episode 9 brought young web/app/IT developer Jerald Huff from My WebSite Spot into the GRP Studios to talk about websites, SEO, apps for your business and a lot of other topics for small business. This young man was keeping the old guys on their toes and covering topics faster than a speedy land animal!! Great stuff, looking forward to having him on again to get into more details about the world wide web and why you need to seriously consider a professional for your web presence. MyWebSiteSpot.com is where Jerry and the team can be found if you are looking for web and app excellence!! #CY6 #checkyoursix #grpstudios #websites #webdevelopment #mywebsitespot #smallbusiness #growth 

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]]> Episode 9 brought young web/app/IT developer Jerald Huff from My WebSite Spot into the GRP Studios to talk about websites, SEO, apps for your business and a lot of other topics for small business. This young man was keeping the old guys on their toes and covering topics faster than a speedy land animal!! Great stuff, looking forward to having him on again to get into more details about the world wide web and why you need to seriously consider a professional for your web presence. MyWebSiteSpot.com is where Jerry and the team can be found if you are looking for web and app excellence!! #CY6 #checkyoursix #grpstudios #websites #webdevelopment #mywebsitespot #smallbusiness #growth 

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4649012 Mon, 20 Jul 2020 20:00:00 -0400 1807 1 9 full false Episode 8: Sandi Harrison - Beyond Commercial - "Three Little Pigs" Episode 8: Sandi Harrison - Beyond Commercial - "Three Little Pigs" Episode 8 of the CY6 - Check Your Six podcast brought Sandi Harrison in the studio from Beyond Commercial talking about brick and mortar small business. Great information on a variety of topics and the service that you get from Beyond Commercial in finding a commercial location for your business...all at no cost to you!! Sandi has been doing this in Central Florida and her contacts are extensive, if you need to know someone, Sandi is the one to contact. So much information we did not get a chance to cover which means she gets to come back. You can get a hold of her at sandi@beyondcommercial.com or check out their website at beyondcommercial.com 
#CY6 #commercialrealestate #grpstudios #podcast #smallbusiness #checkyoursix

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]]> Episode 8 of the CY6 - Check Your Six podcast brought Sandi Harrison in the studio from Beyond Commercial talking about brick and mortar small business. Great information on a variety of topics and the service that you get from Beyond Commercial in finding a commercial location for your business...all at no cost to you!! Sandi has been doing this in Central Florida and her contacts are extensive, if you need to know someone, Sandi is the one to contact. So much information we did not get a chance to cover which means she gets to come back. You can get a hold of her at sandi@beyondcommercial.com or check out their website at beyondcommercial.com 
#CY6 #commercialrealestate #grpstudios #podcast #smallbusiness #checkyoursix

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]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4558526 Mon, 13 Jul 2020 21:00:00 -0400 1886 1 8 full false Episode 7: David Hyland - SCORE Orlando - "We Have a SCORE To Settle!" Episode 7: David Hyland - SCORE Orlando - "We Have a SCORE To Settle!" We were very pleased to have David Hyland with SCORE Orlando on Episode 7 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. David is one of the people that make www.orlando.score.org such a great success. SCORE is a tremendous resource in Central Florida for small business owners in not only helping to develop a business plan but also providing advice from mentors and other business leaders. SCORE is a nonprofit association supported by the SBA(Small Business Administration) and the tireless contributions of more than 12,000 volunteers nationwide that allow them to deliver their services at no charge or at a very low cost. David shares some of his expertise on why you need this resource if you are a new business owner or an existing business owner that is looking to step up your game!! 

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]]> We were very pleased to have David Hyland with SCORE Orlando on Episode 7 of the Check Your Six - CY6 podcast. David is one of the people that make www.orlando.score.org such a great success. SCORE is a tremendous resource in Central Florida for small business owners in not only helping to develop a business plan but also providing advice from mentors and other business leaders. SCORE is a nonprofit association supported by the SBA(Small Business Administration) and the tireless contributions of more than 12,000 volunteers nationwide that allow them to deliver their services at no charge or at a very low cost. David shares some of his expertise on why you need this resource if you are a new business owner or an existing business owner that is looking to step up your game!! 

Email us at tim@grpstudios.com

]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4462643 Mon, 06 Jul 2020 18:00:00 -0400 1853 small business, score, mentors, business association, small business help, guidance 1 7 full false Episode 6: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - What Is In A Name? - "They Call Me Mr. Tibbs" Episode 6: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - What Is In A Name? - "They Call Me Mr. Tibbs" In Episode 6, Craig and Tim discuss the importance of a name, either your business name or who your name is associated with if you are an independent contractor. Both Craig with www.vetsgrowth.com and Tim with www.grpstudios.com have names that provide different aspects to the question, how important is your business name. They discuss some of the other small business owners they interact with including Marine veteran Jason Alderman with Keller Williams Advantage Realty, and how Craig and Tim view their business. They hope to have Jason soon to talk about some of the other things that he is involved it beside his small business. Also looking forward to Episode 7 when we get to sit down with David Hyland and talk about SCORE here in Central Florida at www.orlando.score.org.

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]]> In Episode 6, Craig and Tim discuss the importance of a name, either your business name or who your name is associated with if you are an independent contractor. Both Craig with www.vetsgrowth.com and Tim with www.grpstudios.com have names that provide different aspects to the question, how important is your business name. They discuss some of the other small business owners they interact with including Marine veteran Jason Alderman with Keller Williams Advantage Realty, and how Craig and Tim view their business. They hope to have Jason soon to talk about some of the other things that he is involved it beside his small business. Also looking forward to Episode 7 when we get to sit down with David Hyland and talk about SCORE here in Central Florida at www.orlando.score.org.

Email us at tim@grpstudios.com

]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4356155 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 18:00:00 -0400 1725 1 6 full false Episode 5: Jennifer Englert - The Orlando Law Group - Legal Eagles Pt 2 - "To LLC or To Not LLC, That Is The Question" Episode 5: Jennifer Englert - The Orlando Law Group - Legal Eagles Pt 2 - "To LLC or To Not LLC, That Is The Question" Part 2 of our interview with Jennifer Englert from @theorlandolawgroup.com. Craig with @vetsgrowth.com and Tim with @grpstudios.com, once again have Jennifer giving information on LLC's, C-Corp's, S-Corps along with some of the pros and cons for those options. Thanks again to Jennifer for her time and willingness to come and share her knowledge about the legal end of small business. 

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]]> Part 2 of our interview with Jennifer Englert from @theorlandolawgroup.com. Craig with @vetsgrowth.com and Tim with @grpstudios.com, once again have Jennifer giving information on LLC's, C-Corp's, S-Corps along with some of the pros and cons for those options. Thanks again to Jennifer for her time and willingness to come and share her knowledge about the legal end of small business. 

Email us at tim@grpstudios.com

]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4270526 Mon, 22 Jun 2020 18:00:00 -0400 1940 1 5 full false Episode 4: Jennifer Englert - The Orlando Law Group - Legal Eagles Pt 1 - "Breaking The Law" Episode 4: Jennifer Englert - The Orlando Law Group - Legal Eagles Pt 1 - "Breaking The Law" Today's guest on the Check Your Six(CY6) podcast is Jennifer Englert with The Orlando Law Group. Jennifer joins Craig, www.vetsgrowth.com and Tim, www.grpstudios.com talking about some of the legal aspects of setting up your small business. Jennifer, who is the Founder and Managing Partner of www.theorlandolawgroup.com, brings a lot of valuable information about some of the basic needs of a small business, from the legal point of view. The Orlando Law group has been providing excellent legal services for more than 20 years in Central Florida and we were tremendously grateful that she agreed to come on the podcast. There was some much information in the first session that she agreed to come back for Round 2 which will air next week. Again, feel free to contact Craig at info@vetsgrowth or Tim at tim@grpstudios.com if you would like more information about the podcast or being a potential guest on the show.

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]]> Today's guest on the Check Your Six(CY6) podcast is Jennifer Englert with The Orlando Law Group. Jennifer joins Craig, www.vetsgrowth.com and Tim, www.grpstudios.com talking about some of the legal aspects of setting up your small business. Jennifer, who is the Founder and Managing Partner of www.theorlandolawgroup.com, brings a lot of valuable information about some of the basic needs of a small business, from the legal point of view. The Orlando Law group has been providing excellent legal services for more than 20 years in Central Florida and we were tremendously grateful that she agreed to come on the podcast. There was some much information in the first session that she agreed to come back for Round 2 which will air next week. Again, feel free to contact Craig at info@vetsgrowth or Tim at tim@grpstudios.com if you would like more information about the podcast or being a potential guest on the show.

Email us at tim@grpstudios.com

]]> Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen/Jennifer Englert Buzzsprout-4184246 Mon, 15 Jun 2020 18:00:00 -0400 1837 podcast, vets growth, GRP Studios, legal, information 1 4 full false Episode 3: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - Business Plan - "Fail To Plan = Plan To Fail" Episode 3: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - Business Plan - "Fail To Plan = Plan To Fail" Craig at www.vetsgrowth.com and Tim from www.grpstudios.com talk about one of the most important parts of developing a small business, the Business Plan. Starting with 6 of the basics of a business plan including Executive Summary, Products and Services, Market Analysis, Market Strategy, Financial Planning and Budget. Conversation about using the Small Business Administration, www.sba.gov, the Small Business Development Center, www.americassbdc.org, and SCORE, www.score.org among others, to help direct you in creating one of the most important documents for your business. Also touched on nearly 20 elements that could help frame your business plan as well as some of the differences in a home based vs brick & mortar business. 

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]]> Craig at www.vetsgrowth.com and Tim from www.grpstudios.com talk about one of the most important parts of developing a small business, the Business Plan. Starting with 6 of the basics of a business plan including Executive Summary, Products and Services, Market Analysis, Market Strategy, Financial Planning and Budget. Conversation about using the Small Business Administration, www.sba.gov, the Small Business Development Center, www.americassbdc.org, and SCORE, www.score.org among others, to help direct you in creating one of the most important documents for your business. Also touched on nearly 20 elements that could help frame your business plan as well as some of the differences in a home based vs brick & mortar business. 

Email us at tim@grpstudios.com

]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4091195 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 19:00:00 -0400 1800 1 3 full false Episode 2: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - Overview of CY6 Podcast - "Hawkeye View" Episode 2: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - Overview of CY6 Podcast - "Hawkeye View" The "Hawkeye" view of the podcast that includes how it will be set up, some of the topics we will cover and introduction to some of the special guests. Craig, www.vetsgrowth.com and Tim, www.grpstudios.com give a little more of their background and also a shout out to Indea Quinn, www.indeaquinn.com, as the voice for the podcast lead in and breaks. Contact information for Craig and Tim as well as an explanation of the Tip of The Day, "Being Busy Does Not Equal Being Productive". Upcoming episodes will include a legal perspective with Jennifer Englert  of The Orlando Law Group, Funding and Financing, I.T. support, Accounting, Websites, CPA's, Marketing, Hiring just to name a few. Contact and feedback is always welcome, info@vetsgrowth and info@grpstudios.com.

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]]> The "Hawkeye" view of the podcast that includes how it will be set up, some of the topics we will cover and introduction to some of the special guests. Craig, www.vetsgrowth.com and Tim, www.grpstudios.com give a little more of their background and also a shout out to Indea Quinn, www.indeaquinn.com, as the voice for the podcast lead in and breaks. Contact information for Craig and Tim as well as an explanation of the Tip of The Day, "Being Busy Does Not Equal Being Productive". Upcoming episodes will include a legal perspective with Jennifer Englert  of The Orlando Law Group, Funding and Financing, I.T. support, Accounting, Websites, CPA's, Marketing, Hiring just to name a few. Contact and feedback is always welcome, info@vetsgrowth and info@grpstudios.com.

Email us at tim@grpstudios.com

]]> Tim Proctor Buzzsprout-4008233 Mon, 01 Jun 2020 21:00:00 -0400 1801 1 2 full false Episode 1: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - Introduction to CY6 - "Welcome To The Jungle" Episode 1: Tim Proctor/Craig Leysen - Introduction to CY6 - "Welcome To The Jungle" Initial episode of the Check Your Six(CY6) podcast with your hosts Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor. The first episode provides an introduction to both Craig and Tim, their military service and why they have joined forces in creating a platform to help small businesses. Listen in as the guys talk about their backgrounds, the initial challenges of owning a small business and their love of music. Look for new episodes each Monday as they continue to explore some of the needs and support required in running a small business. Feel free to contact Tim at info@grpstudios.com if you would like to hear more about the podcast, offer suggestions on topics or inquire about potential guests spots, we would love to hear from you. #checkyoursix #CY6 #smallbusiness #grpstudios

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]]> Initial episode of the Check Your Six(CY6) podcast with your hosts Craig Leysen and Tim Proctor. The first episode provides an introduction to both Craig and Tim, their military service and why they have joined forces in creating a platform to help small businesses. Listen in as the guys talk about their backgrounds, the initial challenges of owning a small business and their love of music. Look for new episodes each Monday as they continue to explore some of the needs and support required in running a small business. Feel free to contact Tim at info@grpstudios.com if you would like to hear more about the podcast, offer suggestions on topics or inquire about potential guests spots, we would love to hear from you. #checkyoursix #CY6 #smallbusiness #grpstudios

Email us at tim@grpstudios.com

]]> Craig / Tim Buzzsprout-3925364 Tue, 26 May 2020 16:00:00 -0400 1756 1 1 full false