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Having a diverse background is sometimes better than specializing in one thing. Today's guest, Lori Van Dusen, is the author of Running with Grace. Notice how she didn't say running with the fastest speed or endurance. It's about style, being a good sport, and thinking about things in the long term. Lori Van Dusen, welcome to the Better Call Daddy show. I am so excited that David Hirsch connected us.

In this heartfelt episode, Lori shares her journey from Wall Street trainee to successful financial advisor, emphasizing the importance of holistic client care. She delves into her personal life, discussing the sudden loss of her husband, the challenges of being a present mother while managing a demanding career, and the therapeutic process of writing her book.

This episode is a powerful exploration of resilience, adaptability, and the importance of building meaningful relationships. Tune in to hear Lori's inspiring story and the wisdom she's gained along the way.

Lori Van Dusen, CIMA®, is the Founder and CEO of LVW Advisors, a registered investment advisory firm that serves both wealthy families and individuals, as well as nonprofit institutions throughout the United States.  An advocate of client-focused strategies for more than 25 years, she has become the voice of reason in providing unbiased and integrated solutions in a fragmented financial services industry. Lori is passionate about numerous philanthropic causes, serving on several boards focused on urban education, health and wellness, and the fine arts.

Lori began her investment advisory career in 1987 with Shearson Lehman Brothers, which was later acquired by Citigroup Smith Barney. By 2004, she had achieved the title of Managing Director with Citigroup Smith Barney. She founded LVW Advisors, a registered investment advisory firm, in 2011, leading a team of investment professionals.

A recipient of numerous accolades, in 2019 Lori was named to Barron’s Financial Advisor Hall of Fame, which recognizes advisors who have appeared in more than 10 of Barron’s annual Top Financial Advisor rankings. Additionally, Lori was ranked #1 in New York - NY State on Forbes’ 2023 and 2022 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors lists and has been ranked for five consecutive years on both Forbes’ America’s Top Wealth Advisors list and Forbes’ America’s Top Women Advisors lists. 

In recognition of her involvement in the Rochester community, Lori was recognized in the Rochester Business Journal’s 2023, 2022, and 2021 Power 100 list and received the 2020 Women of Excellence distinction with the Circle of Excellence honor. The Circle of Excellence recognizes a small group of women each year with longstanding, notable success in the community who are leading the way for other women. Additionally, Lori was inducted into the 2019 Rochester Business Hall of Fame and joins a prestigious list of Rochester business leaders who have been previously inducted. Lori has also been recognized by the Girl Scouts of Western New York as one of the 2019 Women of Distinction.

In 2017, Lori was featured on the J.P. Morgan Asset Management and Dow Jones panel discussion, “Let’s Talk: The Changing Face of Advice,” where she and Dr. David Kelly, Chief Global Strategist of J.P. Morgan Asset Management, discussed the investment and wealth management needs of today’s client and the client of the future. This inaugural production was widely promoted in both Barron’s and The Wall Street Journal. In addition, in light of her astute business acumen and numerous philanthropic endeavors, Lori is a highly sought out speaker and is frequently featured in premier investment publications, such as Barron’s and Forbes.

In 2018, Lori was awarded the Alice Holloway Young Award for Distinguished Service by a Retired Trustee, presented by the New York Community College Trustees. This prestigious award recognized Lori for her fervent advocacy, leadership and on-going support of student success at Monroe Community College, where she retired as Chair of the Board of Trustees in 2008.

Key Takeaways

- The importance of holistic client care and listening to truly understand their needs. - The challenges and rewards of balancing career and family life. - The therapeutic power of writing and sharing personal stories. - The value of building a supportive team and mentoring the next generation.

Connect with Lori Van Dusen

- Book: Running with Grace

Connect with Reena

- Website: bettercalldaddy.com - LinkedIn: Reena Friedman Watts - Twitter: @reenareena - Instagram: @reenafriedmanwatts - Instagram Podcast: @bettercalldaddypodcast We love hearing your feedback. Leave us a review, share your thoughts, and spread the word about this enriching episode. Share it with someone who appreciates resilience and the importance of self-worth. - (00:00) Reena Friedman Watts welcomes back Wayne Friedman for the better call daddy show - (01:58) Lori Van Dusen: David and I go way back - (08:54) When you have a traumatic event, your soul leaves your body - (14:00) Your music producer son helps you edit your book - (16:46) I just want to say that I love how personal your book is - (21:54) What is your most gratifying experience with philanthropy - (27:35) Cole weighed five pounds when he was born - (28:00) You met your husband on his birthday, and you got married quickly - (31:40) You've sold two homes and are in the process of listing another one - (35:29) After Ron, my husband, died, I dealt with grief through meditation - (42:01) I have kept things from my college days or my early twenties - (43:08) You didn't really know your dad until you were 24 - (47:04) You write about how your family has incredible history in New York - (49:49) When you started at Lehman Brothers, there were 300 people - (54:25) You developed a recurring revenue business model to help grow your firm - (57:12) I'm curious how opera singing fits in to your next book - (01:02:33) I'd love to hear your dad's advice to young parents - (01:04:15) You've heard from my mom. Now let's switch it over to grandpa

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"It's hard to see the picture, when you are in the frame." Storytelling is not just a tool; it's a superpower in the world of sales. And today's guest is an expert. Adrian Miller is a relationship builder, and no job is too big or too small for her to accomplish. In this episode, Adrian shares her journey from working as a maid in a sleazy motel to becoming a successful sales trainer. She talks about her early jobs, the lessons learned, and the importance of persistence and adaptability in building a career. Adrian also delves into her love for travel, discussing how exploring different cultures and environments has enriched her life and work. She shares some travel hacks, the significance of creating memories with her children, and how travel has influenced her approach to business.

This episode is a heartfelt exploration of resilience, creativity, and the power of building meaningful relationships. Tune in to hear Adrian’s inspiring story and the wisdom she's gained along the way.

Key Takeaways

- The importance of persistence and adaptability in building a career. - How travel can enrich your life and influence your approach to business. - The value of creating memories and experiences with your children. - Building rapport with clients and maintaining meaningful relationships is crucial for long-term success.

With more than three decades of experience, Adrian Miller is your trusted partner for driving increased results from your business development and sales initiatives. Adrian is a renowned expert in business development strategy and sales training, offering practical solutions to a diverse clientele, spanning from solopreneurs and startups to Fortune 500 giants.

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Adrian's approach is deeply personalized, working closely with each client to uncover opportunities, understand challenges, and provide targeted solutions that yield measurable results. Her commitment to investing quality time and effort ensures that her clients see tangible improvements.

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Driven by a passion for helping companies secure new business, Adrian delivers her innovative programs with unforgettable energy, motivating each person that sells to reach new levels of success.

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Adrian's unique blend of straightforward communication and witty humor has earned her widespread recognition. Encouraged by many, Adrian took the leap and introduced WordsWork Copywriting, a venture specializing in crafting compelling content for businesses seeking engaging narratives and anecdotal pieces for their blogs, social media platforms, and websites.

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Adrian is also an avid theatergoer, voracious reader, worldwide traveler, amateur photographer, foodie, raving fan of the Rolling Stones and Bruce Springsteen, and known to frequent dive bars whenever appropriate.

Connect with Adrian Miller

- Email: amiller@adrianmiller.com - LinkedIn: Adrian Miller - Phone: 516-445-1135 Connect with Reena

- Website: bettercalldaddy.com - LinkedIn: Reena Friedman Watts - Twitter: @reenareena - Instagram: @reenafriedmanwatts - Instagram Podcast: @bettercalldaddypodcast We love hearing your feedback. Leave us a review, share your thoughts, and spread the word about this enriching episode.

Share it with someone who appreciates the resilience and the importance of self-worth. - (00:00) Each week, I interview a guest, share the stories with my dad - (04:36) How did you get that job and what did you learn from it - (09:02) You are a world traveler. Can you talk a little bit about that - (12:22) We tried to live in a tree in Mendocino, California - (16:52) Your travel bug started with your husband who was traveling - (21:00) How important is creating memories with your children when traveling - (24:39) Do not check luggage when traveling. I don't care if you're going for a year - (29:10) Adrian Miller: Clear is better than TSA, but it's still expensive - (30:44) Did you travel with your parents ever? Not really, no. I went to sleepaway camp - (31:57) Have you gotten clients on your travels? Do you mix business and pleasure - (35:45) What's the craziest thing you've done to get a client - (42:36) When you started your business, no one came to you because you sold - (45:46) For small businesses, their business has plateaued. They all want to improve sales - (49:20) Adrian: People don't know how to stay in touch - (53:32) My newsletter comes out through constant contact and Mailchimp's pretty much the same - (58:17) Miller: I have three grandchildren and I'm involved with them - (01:03:07) Today is women's equal pay day, and I support that - (01:04:02) Can you spend too much time with your grandchildren? Is it possible

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"You have to believe you can do what you don't believe you can do."

"Life is coincidences, luck is what you make of it when you're prepared."

"It's really just the courage to do it."

"You can't control the past, so focus on what's important and what you can control."

Today, we're diving into the world of entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of podcasting with our guest, Brandon C. White, from The Brandon White Show who's been podcasting since 1997. Brandon shares his remarkable journey from building the largest fishing site on the Internet to having two successful exits and many pivotal moments along the way.

Brandon White takes us on a journey through his life, starting with his love for fishing, instilled by his grandfather, and how it led to creating a massive online fishing community. He reflects on growing up with a single mom, the impact of his parents' divorce, and how his early life experiences shaped his drive and resilience. Brandon discusses the importance of not looking in the rearview mirror and focusing on what you can control. He shares his insights on the power of visualization and how it manifested in his life, from living in Half Moon Bay overlooking the Pacific Ocean to achieving his business goals.

We also explore the significance of having a strong support system, the role of mentors, and the importance of paying it forward. Brandon's story of receiving a $50,000 check from a retired Sequoia Capital partner is nothing short of inspirational.

Brandon emphasizes the need for consistency, frameworks, and delivering value in both podcasting and email newsletters. He shares his approach to building a successful email list and the importance of engagement metrics.

Key Takeaways

- Focus on what you can control and avoid looking back. - Visualization and belief in your goals can lead to incredible outcomes. - Support from mentors and paying it forward is crucial for success. - Consistency and delivering value are key in podcasting and email marketing.

Connect with Brandon White- Website: brandoncwhite.com - Podcast: Productivity (available on all major podcast platforms)

Connect with Reena- Website: bettercalldaddy.com - LinkedIn: Reena Friedman Watts - Twitter: @reenareena - Instagram: @reenafriedmanwatts - Instagram Podcast: @bettercalldaddypodcast

We love hearing your feedback. Leave us a review, share your thoughts, and spread the word about this enriching episode. Share it with someone who appreciates the wisdom of entrepreneurship and the importance of resilience.

(00:00) The better call daddy show features advice from influential men and influential fathers (03:06) You grew up with a single mom and your dad wasn't around (06:18) My new year's resolution is to focus on what you can control (12:30) You don't ever learn that. If you go to failure, you have to grow. Eventually you do get there. And I think that that (13:57) All my podcasts have not been successful, but we can call them pivotal moments (15:02) There's no overnight success. Facebook did take off, make no mistake (19:07) Brandon started a fishing magazine in 1996 with $800 in bank account (24:20) Back in the nineties, people thought the Internet was going to go away (29:54) The difference now is that tech is much easier to get something stood up (31:35) AOL messenger was a missed opportunity for AOL (35:26) With the new Google rules or newsletter, you got to have high open rates (41:29) So what about podcasting? What have you learned from that journey (47:24) Brandon White: How do you get listeners without paying for ads (52:42) Brandon says that if you have a good message, your audience will listen

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Today is a special rebroadcast episode of the Dads with Daughters Podcast I did with my father, Wayne, and host Christopher Lewis.  We not only talk about the Better Call Daddy podcast we are doing together, but also, Chris talked to my dad about what’s it’s like being a father of three daughters.

If you’ve enjoyed today’s episode of the Dads With Daughters podcast we invite you to check out the Fatherhood Insider. The Fatherhood Insider is the essential resource for any dad that wants to be the best dad that he can be. We know that no child comes with an instruction manual and most are figuring it out as they go along. The Fatherhood Insider is full of valuable resources and information that will up your game on fatherhood. Through our extensive course library, interactive forum, step-by-step roadmaps and more you will engage and learn with experts but more importantly with dads like you. So check it out today!

Dr. Christopher Lewis is a passionate storyteller that has spent many years creating, sharing and promoting people, brands, organizations and more.  With over 20 years working in higher education and 14 years in digital marketing, Chris brings a unique perspective to understanding audiences.  His work has focused on the use of data and technology to build and engage robust online communities.  Chris works hard to allow people to share their truth and provide ways for others to learn and grow from the stories they share.

As Digital Director for WSYM Fox 47 News Chris supported the agencies digital strategy, reaching millions of viewers per year in a highly competitive local news market. Data was key to driving success.

As Co-founder and CIO for Fathering Together, an organization working to help dads be better dads, Chris helps lead social and community engagement across platforms, including several active Facebook groups. Fathering together currently has around 128k members and is actively growing!

Connect with Christopher 

http://fatheringtogether.org/

http://dadofdivas.com/

http://linkedin.com/in/drchristopherlewis

Connect with Reena

https://youtube.com/c/BetterCallDaddy

bettercalldaddy.com

linkedin.com/in/reenafriedmanwatts

instagram.com/reenafriedmanwatts

twitter.com/reenareena

One of life’s biggest regrets is wishing we hadn't worked so hard!  How do we make our time together meaningful with our kids?  How do we prepare our children and give them the skills they’ll need to leave our home?  How do we infuse options into our kids’ education?  What career options are your kids interested in?  How can we encourage our childrens’ interests and goals?  As a #dad to #daughters Christopher Lewis loves seeing dads being present and engaged with their children.  It all started with his Dad With Divas blog. A dad’s journey into fatherhood and surviving in a diva’s world!  He has a Podcast called the Dads With Daughters Podcast where he interviews dads about raising strong independent women.  My dad and I were fortunate enough to both be on!  How has Christopher Lewis balanced his time as an employee, non-profit owner, podcaster, blogger, husband, and father?  You have to be able to advocate for yourself!  Tune in to find out!  Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space For Controversy!

Dr. Christopher Lewis is a passionate storyteller that has spent many years creating, sharing and promoting people, brands, organizations and more.  With over 20 years working in higher education and 14 years in digital marketing, Chris brings a unique perspective to understanding audiences.  His work has focused on the use of data and technology to build and engage robust online communities.  Chris works hard to allow people to share their truth and provide ways for others to learn and grow from the stories they share.

As Digital Director for WSYM Fox 47 News Chris supported the agencies digital strategy, reaching millions of viewers per year in a highly competitive local news market. Data was key to driving success.

As Co-founder and CIO for Fathering Together, an organization working to help dads be better dads, Chris helps lead social and community engagement across platforms, including several active Facebook groups. Fathering together currently has around 128k members and is actively growing!

Connect with Christopher 

http://fatheringtogether.org/

http://dadofdivas.com/

http://linkedin.com/in/drchristopherlewis

Connect with Reena

https://youtube.com/c/BetterCallDaddy

bettercalldaddy.com

linkedin.com/in/reenafriedmanwatts

instagram.com/reenafriedmanwatts

twitter.com/reenareena

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How do you find internships? How do you do PR well?  If you want to be featured by the press you have to be able to speak about what you’ve done!  Not all newsworthiness is negative.  People are interested in positive stories too. Zane Landin is telling real-life transformational stories in his Positive Vibes Magazine!  He has trained his pain into purpose! For almost three years he has been building his portfolio which is quite impressive!  How did Zane Landin make it to the White House and get the prize money from Pinterest?  Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space For Controversy.

Zane Landin is the Founder and President of Landing Dreams PR. As the Founder of PositiveVibes Magazine, he has established relationships with several leaders, media outlets, and even other agencies. Landin is a recent graduate from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.  He studied Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations. He has a track record of work experience in global communications, marketing, design, strategy, and public relations at different companies like OnMogul, the Environmental Protection Agency, the United States Agency for International Development, General Motors, and NASA — Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

This past year he got to meet the President of the United States, the First lady, the Surgeon General, and Selena Gomez being selected for the first-ever Mental Health Youth Action Forum.

Connect with Zane on Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/zane-landin-b2417a187/

https://twitter.com/LandinZane

positivevibesmag.com/

landingdreamspr.com/

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We are all going to make mistakes, letting our kids know we aren’t experts makes room for them to be right.  Today Brian Anderson and I are talking about what we thought parenting would be like versus what it actually is.  The village mentality is coming back and we all need a community of friendship!  Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space For Controversy.

Husband, Dad, Co-founder, Author, and Grant Writer, Brian Anderson likes to talk about fatherhood and it all started at a neighborhood bar.  Now he has a Facebook group with over a hundred thousand members free of judgement and misogyny, a virtual hub for dads.  How are dads getting more involved and connected?  Does work come first?  Kids grow up fast we need to be present!  How did your parents show love?  Today we need to disrupt our kids lives and get interested in their interests!

Connect with Brian Anderson

https://www.linkedin.com/in/briananderson80

Brian’s book

Fathering Together: Living a Connected Dad Life https://a.co/d/0kBJaVT

#thisworkingdadcares

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1-3 women are fatherless. At twelve years old Rachel Isabella starting feeling unloved and rejected by her dad.  Have you ever had to cut a family member out of your life?  It’s hard!  It’s painful! And it’s not from a lack of trying!

Rachel Isabella then got love bombed, even though she knew it was wrong, because she wanted to be loved.  She hadn’t received love before.  It stemmed from unworthiness that needed to be healed.  Healing is the work we came here to do!  Do we ever truly heal and forgive?  Is there always a part of us that needs a dad?  Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space For Controversy.

Single mom, personal development nerd and excellent shower performer. Rachel is also a Self Empowerment Coach that is here to help you remember the love you had for yourself before the world got to you.

Connect with Rachel Isabella

https://healsinglove.com/

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1-in 8 women will get diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States in their lifetime and yet women still have to fight for proper healthcare.  Today I'm talking to Philecia La'Bounty about being misdiagnosed and being told she had a benign cyst at 29.  She was in the best shape of her life, internationally modeling, and she didn't look or feel sick.  She had never had an issue.  Blindsided by a diagnosis she's now spreading awareness about the importance of getting a mammogram and biopsies.  As seen on the Dr. Phil show for medical gaslighting, Good Morning America, and in People Magazine, Philecia is now getting all the testing she needs and is on a mission to save other people.  Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space for Controversy.

Organizations mentioned

https://www.keep-a-breast.org/

Connect with Philecia:

https://www.instagram.com/philecia/

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Dr. Andrew Fox moved to the United States 23 years ago and boy have things changed.  He has appeared on national news and Tucker Carlson about the freedom of speech.  He's been through the legal system to become a citizen and learned its history and bill of rights.  Today we are talking about how civil dialogue is necessary.  Why do you believe what you believe?  Does God exist?  Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space for Controversy.

Dr. Andrew Fox is an officiator of weddings, speaker, author, and teacher.

He is a professor of historical, theological, cultural, and sociological approaches to interpreting and communicating Scripture. His passion is to spark people’s imagination as a necessary component of faith toward a positive change through life’s challenges.

His organization engages in religious publications, lectures, debates, symposiums, preaching, and education.

He has earned an MA in Missional Leadership from Northwest University, an MA in Theological Studies from Southeastern University, and a PhD in Intercultural Studies from Assembly of God Theological Seminary.

Dr. Fox lectures in a number of colleges, universities, and organizations in the United States and overseas. If you have not met Dr. Fox in person, he is commonly known for communicating with intelligence, knowledge, passion, and fun.

Connect with Dr. Andrew Fox 

https://drandrewfox.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkfox/

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https://youtube.com/c/BetterCallDaddy

bettercalldaddy.com

instagram.com/reenafriedmanwatts

twitter.com/reenareena

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