Joey Ariemma is a world-touring musician, songwriter, producer, educator, and actor based in Los Angeles, California. He has starred in short and feature films and commercials, while touring globally as a celebrated guitarist. After touring as the lead guitarist with an established rock band in Nashville, Joey moved to LA to pursue acting, where he landed the leading role in a Lifetime film. When he’s not pursuing his craft, he serves as an inspirational figure for aspiring creatives, offering personalized guidance through his YouTube channel.

Portfolio careers are on the rise, as combining diverse interests enables professionals to undertake various roles that align with their passions and talents. However, finding balance and focusing on goals in these careers can be overwhelming. What inspired a world-touring musician to pivot into acting, songwriting, and education while maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit?

Balancing multiple creative pursuits requires both structure and spontaneity. Having balanced being a musician, producer, actor, content creator, and educator, Joey Ariemma has leveraged his skills to build a multifaceted career. Calculated practice routines — like training blindfolded with a metronome — allowed him to develop discipline across all his creative pursuits. Yet, Joey emphasizes the importance of flexibility to promote creative idea generation. Through techniques like time-blocking and self-publishing, he has found ways to nurture his creativity while maintaining productivity across various projects.

Tune in to this episode of Alpha Bytes as Alex Zinni chats with Joey Ariemma, a world-touring musician, songwriter, producer, and educator, about the intersection of creativity and entrepreneurship. Joey delves into the impact of his family background on his artistry, the value of flexibility and deliberate planning in creative success, and his approach to balancing various roles.

Chris Galloway is a Senior Partner at Red State Strategies, LLC, an Ohio-based political consulting firm providing consulting services to numerous advocacy groups, political organizations, and corporations. After serving as the Trustee of Concord Township, Chris now serves as the County Auditor of Lake County, Ohio. When he isn't running for office, Chris focuses his political consulting work on helping Republicans win elections across various roles. Aside from his professional endeavors, he is an avid college sports fan, a hobbyist maple syrup producer, and a bourbon collector.

Are you searching for the secrets to scaling your online presence and achieving political impact? Genuine authenticity and storytelling may be the missing link in elevating your position in the business or political arena. Learn how a political strategist has successfully navigated the intricacies of public service and private enterprise.

With over three decades of experience in the political sphere, Chris Galloway delves into the strategies that have helped him balance dual roles as a political consultant and county auditor. As an elected official, he highlights the highs and lows of public service, giving valuable advice to those considering a political career. Sharing anecdotes from his career journey, Chris emphasizes the importance of authenticity, the evolving nature of political messaging, and how AI might shape its future. Being agile with technological advancements in communication while maintaining a genuine connection with your target audience has become imperative, whether in business or politics.

In this episode of Alpha Bytes, Alex Zinni chats with Chris Galloway, Senior Partner at Red State Strategies, LLC and County Auditor of Lake County, Ohio, about leveraging personal and political experiences for business growth. Chris provides insights into political strategy and personal branding, explores the role of creating a work-life balance while building a career, and emphasizes the value of a supportive network. Tune in for lessons on authenticity, adaptability, and resilience.

Casi Vician Ischay is the Founder and CEO of Lucas Health Tech, a healthcare consulting firm specializing in elevating healthcare business operations through data-driven solutions, patient-specific marketing, AI process automation, and strategic practice management. Casi is a trusted consultant in healthcare and IT process automation, renowned for her expertise in deploying cutting-edge AI, SEO, and various digital strategies to optimize healthcare provider efficiency. Casi is also the Assistant VP of Clinical Systems Operation at Trillium Health Resources, a leading specialty behavioral healthcare manager. With a degree in clinical psychology and extensive experience in healthcare systems, her expertise lies in strategic roadmaps and scalable solutions, bridging technical and clinical communication for innovation and mentoring teams toward exceptional results.

The rise of health informatics is transforming the healthcare industry, helping professionals mitigate the challenge of mundane, repetitive tasks and focus on meaningful work instead. But does clinical informatics extend beyond merely automating routine tasks, and is it the key to transforming your operational efficiency?

Casi Vician Ischay, a leader in healthcare informatics, delves into the transformative power of healthcare informatics, specifically robotic process automation (RPA), to streamline tedious processes. Casi shares her journey from having no intention to pursue a career in healthcare IT to becoming a leading consultant and CEO in the space. With case studies of RPA applications, she illustrates how something as ubiquitous as dealing with residents' vaccines can turn from a laborious task to an automated success story spanning numerous systems. As a healthcare leader, strategically leveraging technology can help streamline the development of new medical technology, public health design strategies, and innovation within your field.

In this episode of Alpha Bytes, Alex Zinni welcomes Casi Vician Ischay, Founder and CEO of Lucas Health Tech, about her passion for healthcare informatics and the transformative power of RPA. Casi sheds light on the methodology behind creating strategic roadmaps for clients, the process of finding low-hanging fruit, and scaling those solutions across operations. She also highlights AI’s future in healthcare, including the pivotal role of a Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO).

Alex Zinni is the Founder and CEO of Alpha Key Digital, which specializes in revenue-generating digital marketing solutions for businesses. With a diverse portfolio in web development and design, Alex is dedicated to staying on the cutting edge of digital marketing. At Alpha Key Digital, Alex leads a team of experts who share his passion for helping businesses thrive online. Leveraging his English Literature background and passion for music, he combines compelling storytelling with advanced marketing techniques. Alex also hosts the Alpha Bytes podcast, where he dives into the growth insights of business leaders and entrepreneurs.

As we enter 2025, businesses are adapting to AI-powered search algorithms that are reshaping how they reach their target audiences. With the rise of personalized search results, harnessing AI in your marketing strategy can help you stay ahead of competitors. Are you prepared to leverage these advancements and skyrocket your brand's online presence?

Alex Zinni, an expert in AI-powered marketing, delves into the strengths and limitations of AI-driven content creation and SEO, emphasizing the value of optimizing content for natural language and user intent. By prioritizing tailored content, you can avoid the pitfall of relying solely on AI-generated content. With case studies of how companies are already integrating AI into their operations for better results, he illustrates how to brainstorm with AI tools while maintaining authenticity and content quality. Alex elaborates on the rise of AI-driven keyword research, which accelerates and refines the process of identifying high-performing keywords, offering deeper insights into search trends. He also explores visual and voice search optimization and their role in enhancing communication with your prospects.

Tune in to this episode of Alpha Bytes as Chad Franzen of Rise25 interviews Alex Zinni, Founder and CEO of Alpha Key Digital, about leveraging AI to stay ahead in your 2025 digital marketing strategy. Alex highlights AI practical tools for idea generation and content refinement, the nuances of AI-powered personalization, and how to leverage AI for efficient keyword research and optimize for visual and voice search.

Dan Regovich is the Founder of AJ Augur Group, LLC, which specializes in connecting top-tier talent with roles across the plastics industry. A seasoned recruiter and headhunter with over 27 years of experience, Dan’s deep industry knowledge and commitment to excellence have made him a trusted partner for organizations nationwide, boasting a remarkable 95% recruitment rate. Recognized for his ability to build exceptional teams across engineering, technical, and sales niches, he is a repeat winner of the prestigious President's Club Award of Excellence at Recruiter Solutions International.

Finding the right person for a critical position could reshape a company's future. Is there a way to streamline the recruitment process and make these pivotal selections clearer with more confidence? A recruitment veteran demystifies the art of headhunting for business leaders.

A seasoned recruiter in the plastics industry, Dan Regovich sheds light on achieving extraordinary success in finding companies their ideal employees. Dan’s approach to recruitment is methodical and relationship-focused, ensuring both businesses and candidates find the right fit. He stresses the importance of understanding a candidate's personality and potential to grow within a company. Through targeted recruitment strategies and leveraging AI technologies, Dan has filled positions efficiently, achieving a remarkable 95% success rate. He explores the intricacies of recruitment and the importance of maintaining human connections in an increasingly automated world.

In this episode of Alpha Bytes, Alex Zinni chats with Dan Regovich, Founder of AJ Augur Group, LLC, about mastering recruitment in niche industries. Dan shares insights into the art of connecting talent with opportunity, reveals his rigorous recruitment process, highlights the significance of cultural fit, and explores the practical uses of AI in recruitment, highlighting its potential to revolutionize job descriptions and streamline communication.

Michael Barbarita is the Owner and President of Next Step CFO, a firm providing CFO services and business and financial strategies to help companies achieve sustainable growth. A seasoned entrepreneur, Michael has owned and operated retail, manufacturing, and service companies for over three decades, including Ski Town USA, which he grew from $2.5 million to $8 million in less than five years. One of his products, Cookies To Scoop Frozen Cookie Dough, was featured on the QVC Home Shopping Network and earned accolades as one of Massachusetts' top 20 products in 1997. An award-winning public speaker and co-author of Powerful Business Strategies, Michael advocates transformative marketing and financial approaches through his four-step conversion formula.

Do you ever feel like you're blending into the “sea of sameness” with your business strategies? You might have experienced the frustration of seeing competitors outshine you when you're offering similar products or services. Learn how a serial entrepreneur unlocked the potential to stand out and grow exponentially, even in uncertain times.

Michael Barbarita delves into his strategies for taking a venture from barely noticeable to an industry leader. Michael candidly shares his entrepreneurial journey of highs and lows, including the explosive growth of Ski Town USA and an eye-opening setback with Freedom Therapy Center. He provides a treasure chest of strategies, such as the “Conversion Formula” and “The Seven Step Pathway to Profit,” revealing how calculated risk-taking, strategic differentiation, and customer-oriented marketing translate into business victories. By creatively showcasing the compelling components of your offer, including risk-reversal and adding value, you can differentiate your business in a saturated market.

In this episode of Alpha Bytes, Alex Zinni hosts Michael Barbarita, Owner and President of Next Step CFO, to discuss strategies for thriving in uncertain business environments. Michael analyzes his seven-step pathway to profit, emphasizes flexibility and adaptability to change, and highlights the value of a visionary mindset, understanding crucial financial metrics, and implementing unique strategies that competitors overlook.

Tony Picciano is the Founder and President of Top Sales Success Group LLC, a Willoughby, Ohio-based company specializing in business sales consulting and strategic planning. With over 40 years of experience in sales and sales management, Tony worked with startups and Fortune 100 companies before founding Top Sales Success. A DiSC Certified Practitioner, he collaborates with organizations on custom sales programs, strategic planning, executive coaching, and personality assessments. As a mentor and driven entrepreneur, Tony takes pride in helping others grow their businesses by fostering effective communication and team building.

Research has demonstrated that personality plays a significant role in workplace dynamics and sales performance. In a world of competitive business deals and complex teams, understanding the nuances of human behavior and effective communication is not just beneficial; it is essential. How can understanding yourself and others lead to business success?

Drawing from over 40 years of sales experience, Tony Picciano shares insights on building successful sales teams and businesses. Tony reflects on how he founded Top Sales Success to help small and mid-sized businesses thrive. A key tool in his approach is the DiSC Personality Assessment, which he incorporated into every organization he’s led since discovering it in the late 80s. Tony illustrates the potential conflicts between different personalities, like the fast-paced “D” and the more thoughtful “S,” and emphasizes the importance of adapting communication styles to suit various team dynamics. With compelling stories of patterns he has observed among thriving entrepreneurs, Tony illustrates why understanding these dynamics is crucial to achieving business objectives.

In this episode of Alpha Bytes, Alex Zinni chats with Tony Picciano, Founder and President of Top Sales Success Group LLC, about leveraging personality assessments to enhance organizational culture and growth. Tony delves into the practical application of the DiSC assessment in enhancing team performance and communication, underscores the importance of aligning deals with your value proposition, and delves into his career journey.

Dr. John Paul Stephens is an Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. In his role, he teaches organizational behavior, positive scholarship, and negotiation, focusing on how people come together to achieve peak collective performance. With a PhD in organizational psychology from the University of Michigan, his research on topics like high-quality connections and strengths-based feedback has earned awards and grants from notable institutions like the Academy of Management and the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Effective teamwork is the cornerstone of success in modern organizations, driving innovation, productivity, and employee satisfaction. In an era characterized by remote work, diverse teams, and rapid technological advancements, fostering collaboration requires more than assigning tasks. How can leaders foster connection and create a high-performing workplace?

Dr. John Paul Stephens, an expert in organizational psychology, outlines common challenges within organizations, such as ineffective leadership or lack of clear communication channels, and provides insights into how these can be turned around through intentional actions and a clear vision. Dr. Stephens emphasizes intentional communication and relationship-building within teams, including in remote or hybrid settings, offering practical examples from construction management teams who successfully navigated such complexities. Drawing from his diverse academic and professional experiences, he illustrates how teams can overcome communication barriers and enhance collaboration by being intentional about their interactions.

In this episode of Alpha Bytes, Alex Zinni chats with Dr. John Paul Stephens, Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Stephens delves into strategies for fostering effective teamwork, how to build meaningful organizational connections, the underlying principles that propel groups to peak collective performance, and actionable insights on enhancing team dynamics.