Most men would die for their family. How many live for them? ✊ When doctors told Jim Raffone to "go home and love his son" because Duchenne had no cure, he didn't listen. He sold his construction empire -- down to the last tool -- to fund a miracle. 12 years later, he’s rewriting history through JAR of Hope.

Witness the power of a father on a mission.

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How do you handle the pressure when "a lot is coming at you"? Denise Christopher of Attention to Detail Janitorial Services, reveals the key mindset change, and the moment she stops everything to pray, that allows her to prioritize sleep and stay focused, even after years in business. Essential listening for every founder!

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You want powerful partners? Find ones who want you, not need you. Our latest Breaking Barriers dives into building confidence, mutual respect, and why great work speaks for itself.

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From bank teller to Managing Director of a bespoke investment bank, J. Michael Fischer Jr. (DBD Investment Bank), reveals the counter-intuitive secret to his insane career growth: give first, always. It changed everything.

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One idea. That's all it took to start this business. 🤯

On this high-energy episode of Breaking Barriers, we sit down with Jacquie Busichio and Lyndsey D'Alessandro of The Bond Society to unpack their journey. They share how a love for jewelry and a single conversation led them to launch a full-blown permanent jewelry business before anyone else in New Jersey - in under 24 hours!

Hear their unfiltered story of trusting your gut, mastering the weld, and building a thriving partnership from college roommates to business owners.

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Your mail gets tossed. His magazine stays all month. Here's why. 📬

This week on Breaking Barriers, Ed Parise of Wall Township Living reveals the powerful difference between general local content and truly community-driven storytelling. He explains why featuring real families and their unique stories creates a profound connection that landmarks simply can't match.

Listen to the full episode to discover how this authentic approach makes his magazine beloved and strengthens the bond between local businesses and their community.

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Stop trying to fit in. Your biggest competitive advantage is already you.

This week, Christina Messano of Halo Hair Haus shares powerful advice for every entrepreneur: "Your uniqueness is your superpower." Christina gets real about ignoring criticism, staying true to a vision (even when it looks different), and how her refusal to settle for the status quo helped her build a thriving business.

Plus, hear how she went from doing makeovers on her sister as a child to leading a holistic hair house focused on whole-person wellness!

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"You can't complain that your plate is full if your whole reason for doing this was to eat."

That's the powerful truth shared by our guest this week, Anthony Battle of Battle Real Estate. On this episode of Breaking Barriers, we get into what it truly takes to succeed in the real estate business—from tough negotiations and creative financing to building a brand from the ground up. Anthony's story is a lesson in hard work and finding success on your own terms.

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