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Doug found a passion for owning my own business at a young age and has done so ever since. In 2001 Doug began coaching and mentoring high-income earners to improve business results and find more satisfaction in life. While Doug has experienced the fruits of success, life hasn’t been without the bitter taste of occasional failures. At this stage of his life, Doug has noticed an opportunity to make bigger, lasting differences in the lives of his clients. Doug created GPS to help navigate his clients safely through some of life’s challenges. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Doug talks about why you should know where your money is going.  Listen to Doug’s segment.

Tiffany L. Gough has been in the financial services industry since 1990. Over the years, she has helped many through some difficult times while working on their financial goals. She is a financial advisor with an office in Seattle. In her debut book, she shares some of the tools that helped her with her challenges as well as others. She grew up in Seattle and her office is less than five miles from her childhood home! She is married and has two grown bonus sons (aka stepsons) who reside in Toronto, Ontario Canada. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Tiffany talks about how each one of us are perfectly flawed.  Listen to Tiffany’s segment.

Andre is a 25+ year wireless communications leader.  In his last corporate position, he lead an $85 million business unit introducing wireless data applications into B2B clients for one of the top Cellular providers in the US. After a successful 14 years in that role, he took that expertise and started his own Mobile Messaging company.  For the past 5 years, he has worked with small & medium-size businesses. Andre has provided them with many of the same capabilities that enterprise-level businesses have to reach their clients via mobile messaging. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Andre talks about the importance of mobile messaging now.  Listen to Andre’s segment.

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As a team, Mainsail Financial Group strongly believes in goal-based planning. They know that proper planning is an ongoing process and a relationship-driven activity. As the winds of life shift, a proactive approach is needed to maintain the correct heading. They take pride in building a long-lasting relationship that evolves into a dual role of financial steward and trusted financial advisor for you, your family, and your legacy.

Their focus is working with individuals and families, who have questions or concerns about their current financial picture, long-term security, future lifestyle, and legacy planning. By taking a comprehensive and detailed approach, they work with you to develop a sound and realistic financial plan that can give you clarity and can help reduce uncertainty.

In today’s The Money Hour segment, Mainsail Financial Group discusses financial planning today.  Listen to their segment.

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Lei Wang, was the first Asian woman to complete the Explorer’s Grand Slam, a journey to the summits of the highest mountains on each of the 7 continents and to the north and south pole, As she endured outstanding hardships and overcame life-threatening obstacles, she explored what motivated her to risk her life and achieve this difficult and perilous feat. She asked herself what motivated and empowered to succeed and made an astonishing discovery. She realized that excitement is the force that motivates and empowers every one of us to take action and even do what seems impossible at the risk of our lives. She saw that excitement is what transformed her from a typical city girl from Beijing to a record-setting. She saw that excitement is the force that can propel all of us to go from ordinary to extraordinary. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Lei talks about how you can reach new heights of success.  Listen to Lei’s segment.

Cory Brewer is the General Manager at Windermere Property Management / Lori Gill & Associates. He assumed this role in 2011 after 9 years of residential real estate sales in the Seattle area. Cory’s primary focuses are quality control, legal compliance, and broker training. Rob Gasca is the Director of Commercial Property Management at WPM/LGA. After managing a residential portfolio as a top-producer for over 10 years, he assumed this new corporate leadership role to further develop the company’s position in the local commercial marketplace. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Cory and Rob discuss the rental market’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Listen to their segment.

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Real estate transactions can be challenging & stressful but Gina’s approach is simple: She helps you make informed decisions with clarity & confidence. She’ll orient you to the market, educate you on the process, help you find the right home, & craft an offer that honors both your financial capability & risk tolerance. Gina’s experience, work ethic, business acumen & professionalism set her apart. At Chase & Microsoft, she was consistently a top performer & participated in Microsoft’s exclusive High Potential program. Her people & program management skills enable her balance the human & process side of real estate to ensure your success. In her 2nd year, she achieved nearly $50 million in sales, making her the top producer at her firm locally and #4 in the nation. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Gina talks about buying and selling real estate during COVID-19.  Listen to Gina’s segment.

Pia Larson brings over 25 years of marketing experience to Fingerprint Marketing – her third successful small business. She designed this full-service marketing agency to help small business owners crush their competition through beautiful web design, smart branding, and strategic digital marketing. As a self-proclaimed “marketing crash test dummy,” Pia knows both the pain and the triumph that entrepreneurs experience — and how marketing can be the missing element between full-on failure and fantastic fortune. Collectively, Pia’s team offers over 150 years of experience to their clients, most of whom have doubled their business by partnering with Fingerprint Marketing.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Pia discusses what your website needs to attract and convert business.  Listen to Pia’s segment.

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Sheri is ranked as one of the top Realtors in the greater Kirkland area. Although over 60% of her business is in her hometown of Kirkland, she gladly serves clients throughout the Puget Sound Area. Sheri is a longtime resident of the Eastside with 13 years’ experience in both new construction and residential resale.  Her clients enjoy Sheri’s personal touch and appreciate the professionalism, commitment, and heartfelt care that she exhibits in every interaction.  Sheri’s success is based on her client’s repeat business and referrals and she greatly values the friendships that continue well after the keys exchange hands. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Sheri provides tips on how to buy and sell safely during COVID-19.  Listen to Sheri’s segment.

Claire Jones is an experienced speaker, certified Leadership Coach, and Business Consultant that has worked with small businesses for over 15 years. As someone who knows firsthand what it’s like to struggle to build a sustainable business, her mission is to act as your trusted guide so that you can create the right schedules, the right marketing strategies, and the right processes & systems to build your dream business. As a result, her clients are able to step away from having to do everything themselves and devote more time to the things they love.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Claire talks about how you can successfully pivot your business during challenging times.  Listen to Claire’s segment.

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Lara Currie is passionate about uncovering dysfunctional communication patterns, combating manipulative tactics while empowering women business owners in high-stress fields to communicate confidently.  She is a podcaster, speaker & trainer, and the author of Difficult Happens; How Triggers, Boundaries, & Emotions Impact YOU every day. With 29 plus years of experience in high-conflict positions, she has a unique and intuitive understanding of why people act—and react—the way they do.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Lara discusses how to calm your clients’ fears.  Listen to Lara’s segment.

Lisa Youk of Empower Financial Solutions knows that navigating the financial markets can be cumbersome and overwhelming. Through a series of thoughtful conversations, Lisa’s approach in helping her clients with their investment and retirement strategies is to engage, educate, and empower.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Lisa discusses staying relevant in this paradigm shift.  Listen to Lisa’s segment.

Recognized as a skincare expert, Kathryn Stueckle enhances the beauty of women and men everywhere. When she was 30 and working in airline customer service, Kathryn was introduced to Noevir. Amazingly, her skin was transformed! Soon Kathryn was passionately sharing the products with others and has since built a strong, sustainable business. Now 34 years later, Kathryn maintains that passion – helping people resolve their skin problems, and maintain a youthful appearance. She educates women in self-care, coaches entrepreneurs nationwide in starting their own business, and simply helps people love what they see when they look in the mirror.   Kathryn feels so blessed. She resides in Issaquah with her husband of 37 years and is the primary caretaker for her 28-year-old son with disabilities.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Kathryn talks about boosting your bottom line while working from home.  Listen to Kathryn’s segment.

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Danielle has over 27 years in Marketing, IT and Network design, development, and training. She is the owner of Gray Lux, Inc. She is the Founder of Easy As Pie Design and creator of My Slice Of Pie website design and marketing solutions.  As a certified Fix-This-Next coach, she understands the real needs small businesses have in creating value both online and in-person with their clients. She is dedicated to creating successes for her team and her clients. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Danielle talks about maximizing your marketing during a recession.   In today’s The Money Hour segment, Danielle talks about how to maximize your website and marketing dollars online.  Listen to Danielle’s segment.

Tony is an advisor with New York Life. He is also the Founder of Ultimate Wealth Strategies based in Bellevue, WA. Focusing on life insurance, investment, retirement, and estate planning for you, your family or small business to identify your life goals and motivations.  Tony has a vast team of specialist that will help you meet your goals.  Not only does he enjoy helping people with their financial goals and dreams, but he is also passionate about the community through his involvement with various non-profits. One of the unique things about Tony is that he is a Mixed Martial Arts coach at AMC Pan-kray-tion in Kirkland and training alongside current UFC Champions, ONE-FC Champions, and other world-class fighters.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Tony discusses a financial plan for times like these.  Listen to Tony’s segment.

Laurie Lamoureux is the Founder of Seamless Moves, a Moving Services company serving the Seattle and Eastside areas since 2004. She was a Navy Wife for many years, and so she learned some good ways and some not-so-good ways to make a short or long-distance move. Laurie and her Team are passionate about helping people feel less stressed about moving by taking on many of the details so that their clients can have a seamless transition to their new homes.  For fun and relaxation, Laurie and her family enjoy traveling, playing golf, clam digging, and cooking and eating meals together.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Laurie talks about the ability to move homes virtually.  Listen to Laurie’s segment.

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With 25 years of training and performing in theater and opera, Kerstin O’Shields has acquired an in-depth knowledge of all levels of communication.  Kerstin brings her unique skills, talents, and understanding of non-verbal communication to life.  Kerstin is the CEO and Founder of the Body Language Strategy System – a training program for learning to communicate leadership and executive presence through enhanced body language and expression, messaging, and leadership skills.  Kerstin speaks and trains nationally on Body Language Strategy for Business and has performed keynote speeches for organizations such as Google, eBay, National Women’s Council of Realtors, and the Miss Washington Program. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Kerstin talks about the importance of your body language online.  Listen to Kerstin’s segment.

Over the last 20 years Doug Peterson has helped people align their goals and visions both personally and professionally. He founded Get Priorities Straight in 2018 to provide a program to help individuals maximize their personal income and improve their ability to invest. Having founded and run eight businesses in his career, Doug has perfected a system that works regardless of industry, marital status, or income. He is currently working with Amazon managers, wealth managers, real estate professionals, attorneys, and technology professionals. Doug also managed the band “Before Dawn” who did back up vocals on Heart’s first album “Dreamboat Annie.”  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Doug talks about the importance of taking care of your personal finances.  Listen to Doug’s segment.

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Sam Turco of Virtuance Real Estate Photography is the Sales and Marketing Consultant for Virtuance in the Greater Seattle area.  He recently started working there and is excited to start his career in sales for such a great company and service.  Graduating in 2017 from Connecticut College with a degree in philosophy, he is continuing to learn, grow, and teach.  Recently his commitment to learning about all aspects of real estate has brought him here today to talk more about Virtuance and the value they can bring to brokers.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Sam talks about photography powered by science.  Listen to Sam’s segment.

In January of 2009, Richard found out he was gonna be a dad. That day he committed to building a business that gave him the freedom to have lunch every day with his kids. Richard is the father of three children, with one more on the way… and he has only missed a handful of lunches with his kids over that time. He travels with them full time in an RV. Educating them, showing them this great country, and living a life of freedom that few ever experience.  The business he started in ‘09 has morphed into Matthews Enterprises, a consulting service that helps Authors, Coaches, Consultants, and Service Professionals grow their businesses, establish expert credibility, and make a ton of sales using online courses, webinars, and automation. Over the last 10 years, Richard and his clients have.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Richard talks about podcasting.  Listen to Richard’s segment.

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Nancy Juetten guides families to organize their personal financial information and crucial documents before something random or crazy can stop them.  The co-creator of the Life Goes On Roadmap system for personal financial information organization, Nancy is on a mission to touch and transform a million lives by guiding them to take one of 16 essential road stops, one 20 minute segment at a time. In today’s The Money Hour segment, Nancy provides tips on how to exceed real estate clients.  Listen to Nancy’s segment.

Every client is different, and one of the things you have to understand is what makes them different. Susan Ward is a full-time Realtor with Real Living NW, Realtors. There are many different variables in buying a home, especially with this most interesting time. It’s really important to educate a buyer allowing them to focus on what’s important to them and to be in tune with the types of properties that clients love.  In today’s The Money Hour segment, Susan talks about how COVID-19 has changed the real estate market.  Listen to Susan’s segment.