With summer in full swing, siblings are spending increasingly more time together. Thinking about how to manage sibling relationships, especially when they are your children, can be really tricky. You also have to manage your feelings about someone else relationships. Listen as I speak with Mariana Weiss, parenting consultant, on effective strategies to creating a healthy and happy sibling bond.  

Clutter can affect our anxiety levels, sleep, and ability to focus. It can also make us less productive, triggering coping and avoidance strategies that are detrimental to our mind, body, and finances. 
Listen in as I speak with Robin Zaino & Irene Gans of 'Just Organize You' as we unpack the ways to organize, plan, and get moving to clear the clutter from our lives.

Life throws a lot at us and, while there is no magic bullet, creating efficiency can help to break down some boundaries that impede our ability to be present in our day to day lives. Listen as Jeff Boyd, Founder of MTE (More Than Energy), and I discuss how removing the barriers to having fun makes for a life filled with greater happiness and tranquility. Jeff talks about the work and branding that went into creating his product, a wellness shot – boosting your mood and energy, and ultimately leading to more fun.  If I can help ease your financial stress and break down a barrier for you, reach out to me at [email protected]. 

It's a great time to revisit both your financial and fitness plans. Listen as I speak with Anna Kaiser, fitness trainer to the stars and CEO/Founder of Anna Kaiser Studios. Being both a trainer and choreographer, Anna has great advice for how to stay committed to a program and find something that works for you to get your heart pumping at least 30 minutes a day. Both your financial and fitness plans should be about more than getting in shape (money-wise or health wise) reach out to me at [email protected] to discuss.

What does it take to go from hearing ‘no’ to running a successful business? The lessons from Marvina Robinson, Founder and CEO of B. Stuyvesant Champagne, resonate whatever your stage (whether talking about running your business or your life.) Listen in as we hear about creating a brand, competing with the more established institutions, and generating a loyal following. 

Pro tip for making an open bottle of champagne last longer occurs around minute 15 – enjoy!

The question of how to protect children on-line is huge. From cyber bullying and predators to identity theft, the issue is not going away. And, keeping children off of technology doesn’t seem to be the answer. Listen in as I speak with Brian Ebert, Chief Strategy Officer at Hackersjack, about how to address these issues and help our children succeed on-line.




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What if I told you that NFTs might become the future of voting? Listen in as I speak with Charles Allen, Chairman and CEO of BTCS, about cryptocurrencies, NFTs, blockchain and why we should care. Charles explains the different types and why one would invest in any of them. He will also take us through the various use cases. Finally, he addresses some of your questions and concerns around volatility. 

NOTE: Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are a very speculative
investment and involves a high degree of risk. Investors must have the
financial ability, sophistication/experience and willingness to bear the risks
of an investment, and a potential total loss of their investment.

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opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and
their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no
representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no
guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be
realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views
expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This
podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment
advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting
advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or
financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual
circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This
information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer
or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product
or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates.
The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of
AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by
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Did you know that a decorative table top encourages curiosity and dialogue? Whether talking about your family’s day, values, current events, or even the latest gossip, a decorative table causes people to sit, talk, and engage. It brings out The Curious. 
Join me on this episode of Stages as we speak with Kira Faiman, Founder of Von Gern Home, about how she started her business, why she is so passionate about it, ways that we can all tablescape, and why we should!
If you, or someone you know would like an introduction or are curious about the work that my team and I do to help dynamic families, please email me at [email protected].

Do you ever feel like your child's college acceptance is the grade that you are getting for 18 years of parenting? Do we need to start preparing in elementary school? Middle? High school? Birth??  
Listen in as I speak with Teru Clavel, best-selling author, journalist, and education consultant to discuss the importance of a strong admissions essay and how to support students during the process. 
If you, or someone you know, would like an introduction to Teru, or to learn more about the work that my team and I do to help Dynamic Families invest and plan, you can reach me at [email protected].

You asked and we answered... Listen in as I speak with Liz Zeitler, of NY Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology to discuss skincare and wrinkles in general and then address the more targeted eye and chin areas. Liz walks us through everything from the importance of preventative care to ways to address the damage we have already done. She is full of practical and actionable advice and provides great guidance for those looking to take additional action. Listen in to learn more. 

And, if you, or someone you know, would like an introduction to Liz, or to learn more about the work that my team and I do to help dynamic families invest and plan, you can reach me at [email protected].

With 200 million vaccinations expected by summer and cases of Covid continuing to fall, the question turns to what the world will look like post pandemic and how we prepare ourselves. In today’s episode, we speak with Karen Gee-McAuley, Principal of Relevance PR, about the future of travel and the hospitality industry post-pandemic. Listen to Karen discuss  traveling with purpose, how she views BLeisure travel, ghost kitchens, and which vaccine passports show the most promise.
To discuss further, you can reach me at [email protected]