In Episode 88 of Who You Work With Matters, Aaron Levine is joined by Courtney Wladyka — a powerhouse community leader and co-founder of the Monmouth Beach Education Foundation.

From her corporate marketing career to grassroots impact, Courtney shares how passion, collaboration, and curiosity can drive real change in schools and communities.

💬 In this episode:

• Building community across generations

• Advocating for neurodivergent learners

• Turning events into powerful fundraising tools

• Creating inclusive education opportunities

• Why leadership starts exactly where you are

Whether you're a parent, leader, entrepreneur, or change-maker — this one’s for you.

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What makes a great recruiter? How do you build winning teams without burning out—or getting buried in LinkedIn spam?

In this episode, Aaron Levine sits down with Ted O’Brien, founder of Starbridge Partners and Proxima Search, for a brutally honest conversation about what really works in hiring, scaling startups, and creating cultures where people actually want to work.

💡 You’ll hear:

• Why generic job ads fail (and what works instead)

• The real deal on hybrid work, remote roles, and office culture

• How Proxima Search helps startups scale smartly

• Tips for choosing the right recruiter—and avoiding red flags

• A fun dive into day trading, risk psychology, and why it all ties back to recruiting

Whether you're building a business, growing your team, or rethinking your next career move—this one’s packed with real-world advice and fresh perspective.

🎧 Tune in now—because who you work with truly matters.

In Episode 86 of Who You Work With Matters, Aaron Levine sits down with branding powerhouse Darcy Flanders, founder of BaselineGroupNY. They dive into what it really takes to build a meaningful brand—from launching a creative agency to creating a team culture that lasts. Darcy shares lessons from nearly 30 years in business, how personal values shape professional brands, and why who you surround yourself with makes all the difference. If you're an entrepreneur, creative, or anyone passionate about leadership and branding—this episode is for you.

Think your business is protected? Think again.

In this eye-opening episode of Who You Work With Matters, host Aaron Levine sits down with seasoned employment attorney Eric Sarver to discuss the legal blind spots that most business owners don’t even know they have. From EPLI insurance myths to compliance horror stories, this conversation is a must-listen for any entrepreneur who wants to protect their business before it's too late.

Whether you're scaling a startup, running a family business, or managing a growing team, this episode covers the real-world legal and compliance issues that can cost you thousands—or even your entire company—if ignored.

What happens when the housing market shifts, mortgage rates climb, and buyers are left navigating financial uncertainty? You turn to the pros who truly get it.

In Episode 84 of Who You Work With Matters, host Aaron Levine sits down with Evan Beach, mortgage strategist and founder at Informed Mortgage, for a timely and practical conversation about the real estate market in 2025.

From navigating rising rates and home equity strategies, to helping first-time buyers make smart, educated decisions, Evan shares powerful insights shaped by over 20 years of experience in lending—and his deep roots in the New Jersey real estate scene.

You’ll hear:

• How Evan’s team pivoted from a retail bank to launching their own brokerage

• Why financial education is the most overlooked advantage in real estate today

• What most buyers get wrong about affordability and renovation costs

• How rising consumer debt and equity access are reshaping refinance conversations

• Why the best agents are constantly learning—and how CE classes help

Plus, expect stories about golf, business uniforms, and how trust and teamwork impact every real estate deal.

Whether you're a homebuyer, real estate pro, or just trying to make sense of today’s housing trends—this episode will leave you more informed, empowered, and ready to take action.

What happens when an insurance lawyer builds a tool that understands policy language better than most professionals—and doesn’t want to replace you, but empower you?

In this episode, Aaron sits down with Dan Schulman, founder of Qumis, to explore how AI is reshaping the insurance industry by helping agents, brokers, and underwriters analyze complex coverage documents faster and more accurately—while preserving the human relationships at the core of the business.

You’ll learn:

• Why policy reading is legal work, and how tech is catching up

• How AI can bridge the knowledge gap as seasoned pros retire

• Why “human-in-the-loop” AI is the key to trust, speed, and protection

• How agents can use smarter tools to win business, avoid E&O, and scale wisely

Plus, Dan shares how his passion for photography helps him slow down, find clarity, and stay creative in the fast-paced world of tech and insurance.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the future of insurance—because tech alone won’t win, but who you work with still will.

In this episode of Who You Work With Matters, we sit down with Gary Mawson, a seasoned real estate broker, investor, and founder of Jersey Property Group Realty.

With over 20 years of experience navigating every kind of market cycle, Gary shares how he’s built a thriving brokerage that does more than sell homes—it helps agents build wealth, master market shifts, and create long-term financial freedom.

We cover:

• Why real estate agents need to think beyond commissions
• How Gary turned lead generation into a scalable recruiting model
• The power of agent mentorship and building a values-driven culture
• Negotiation insights inspired by Never Split the Difference
• His outlook on today's low-inventory market and what's next

Whether you're an agent, broker, investor, or just love real estate, this episode is packed with lessons on leadership, growth, and the kind of mindset that turns careers into legacies.

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Building a business isn’t just about strategy—it’s about people. In Episode 18 of Who You Work With Matters, host Aaron Levine sits down with Nicole Perrone, Senior Vice President of Production at CrossCountry Mortgage and a powerhouse in the lending industry. Known as the '$1,000,000,000 banker,' Nicole shares how she’s helping mortgage professionals find the right opportunities, empowering teams to thrive, and embracing the power of bold action.

Together, Aaron and Nicole discuss what it takes to succeed in today’s competitive landscape, from making smarter connections to creating opportunities where none exist. Tune in to uncover actionable insights on leadership, networking, and unlocking your potential.