You’re busy—but are you actually growing? In this episode, Nata Salvatori exposes a trap that’s costing service providers time, money, and sanity: chasing busywork that feels productive but doesn’t move the needle. She walks through a clear, five-step growth path—from clarifying your offer, validating through real sales, delivering sustainably, building repeatable systems, to scaling confidently. You’ll learn: How to spot and ditch “fake work” Why clarity beats complexity every time How to use real feedback to validate your offers Delivery tips that prevent burnout System creation that enables scaling How to honor your current phase of growth 📌 Ready to stop spinning your wheels and make real moves? Map your phase, pick your next action, and don’t be afraid to ask for help: 👉 accidentalceo.co/coaching Support the show…
Wayne Cohen, pawn shop owner, star of the TruTV reality series Hardcore Pawn: Chicago, and Jordan's father's cousin, regales the J3 boys (minus Josh) with tales of growing up on the south side, brushes with death, his brother’s run for lieutenant governor, and his life in the pawn business.
Dr. Benji Marks, a dermatologist in Glenview, and Jon Friedman, corporate vice president of design and research at Microsoft, join the pod to discuss how they combined their skills and passions to launch the online dermatology service DappleDoc. As longtime friends and former teammates of Yoel with the ICJA Aces, the pair also offer insights into Yoel and his mysterious ways. For all the Yoel Stans, you won't want to miss this episode! For fast, affordable dermatology, check out dappledoc.com.…
J3 welcomes author and Ida Crown grad’ Sara Sherbill following the publication of her new book, There Was Night and There Was Morning: A Memoir of Trauma and Redemption , a searing, must-read memoir. Sara opens up about her experience as the victim of domestic abuse, her childhood as the daughter of a pulpit rabbi in Northbrook, the reactions to going public with her story and much more. Link to Sara’s must-read book ⬇️⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/There-Was-Night-Morning-Redemption/dp/1454955317?nodl=1&dplnkId=91b80722-221a-4db8-9cff-4d88961ddaeb If you or anyone you know is in need of assistance related to topics discussed in this episode, the following professional organizations can serve as resources: Shalva : https://shalvacares.org/ Upward (for minors): https://upwardcommunitychicago.org/…
Josh and Jordan recap their night attending a Goose concert together (sort of) at The Salt Shed, as Yoel tries to wrap his head around why anyone would want to stand and listen to live music for 3 hours. Meanwhile, Aaron drops in to answer questions about his upcoming film, 'Not If I See You First', which J3 executive produced.…
Bob and Debbie Hartman stop by to tell the story of their upbringings, long-distance courtship and deep involvement with Chicago's Jewish community. Highlights include tales of Cliff Huxtable, the Reichman family, Gianni Versace and many more.
The boys are joined by Michael Barnatan, owner and operator of Evita Argentinian Steakhouse, to chat about Barnatan's childhood in Argentina, his early interest in aviation, what brought him to Chicago, and of course what it's like to run a kosher restaurant in Chicago. Meanwhile, Jordan tries his hand at a question of the day.…
The renowned Eric Rothner becomes the pod's first repeat guest, joining J3 to offer his thoughts on Chicago’s present and future, discuss changes to his charitable giving, current events, and gives a glimpse into how he vacations and unwinds. Meanwhile, Josh regales the boys with a tangled tale of lost luggage and time wasted, a new contest is created, and Yoel gets two attempts at his question of the day.…
Rabbi Ari Hart, spiritual leader of Skokie Valley Agudath Jacob, takes us on his journey from Evanston to Iowa and Israel and back to his hometown where he has reinvigorated a congregation rich in history with his unique style. Topics discussed include music theory, women’s roles in shul and activism. Also, Yoel’s question of the day bombs for the first time.…
Joined by special guest host Doni Garden, the boys discuss Jordan, Josh and Doni's recent trip to Israel, where they met soldiers and families and saw sites impacted by the October 7 Hamas terrorist attacks, and (some of them) helped out a local farmer by picking cabbages.
Lincolnwood resident Dr. Naftali Brenner joins the pod to discuss how he managed to overcome traumatic experiences in the Brooklyn yeshiva system, his PSD from losing a disposable camera on 9/11, and learning basic education in college before attending the allegedly first dental school in the world.
Yoel, Jordan, and guest host Jon Blumberg sit down with healthcare executive Moshe Blonder to discuss his Brooklyn upbringing, what brought him to Chicago, his love of (and willingness to travel far and wide for) good food, and the time he picked up a severed head off the street as a member of Hatzalah.…
After Yoel recounts his recent experience in Israel, Shahram Kohananoo joins the pod to discuss his upbringing in Iran, memories of the Revolution and the life he built in Chicago as a Persian immigrant.
Ross Gordon of Skokie drops in to chat about his entrepreneurial career, including his current and former ventures, and his religious and spiritual journeys.
Former Director of Judaic Studies at Hillel Torah, Tamar Friedman takes us through her career at the elementary school, where she spent 38 years as a teacher and administrator before retiring in 2021. She also discusses her upbringing in Israel, where she lived during the Six-Day War as a young child, as well as numerous occasions when her family lacked a proper refrigerator.…
Following a multi-episode hiatus, Yoel returns as co-host. Jordan recaps the March for Israel, which he attended in DC, before the pod is joined by his brother-in-law, IDF veteran Nachum Meyers, who takes us through his time in the army, including a riveting look into an infamous mission he participated in.…
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