When I started using LinkedIn in 2007, I first used it for job-hunting. It then became an extraordinary networking program, keeping me updated with everyone in my business circle. LinkedIn kept evolving, and, as a B2B Marketing consultant, it remains one of my more important resources. But there is still so much more I can use it for.In this episod…

There is a lot more to renters insurance than you may realize. In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Leo Fernandez of The Fernandez Agency to learn more about what exactly renters insurance covers. Everyone knows that renters insurance protects your “stuff”, but did you know it also comes with liability protection? That it can pay your…

If your business has contracts with the US Department of Defense, you know that there is a new cybersecurity mandate that your company must follow.In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Thomas Nohs of DataSoftNow to learn more about these CMMC protocols. Tom and I discussed what this new certification is, what roadmaps and timelines com…

Everyone who owns a home has homeowners insurance. Not everyone knows exactly what their policy covers – or more importantly – doesn’t.In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Leo Fernandez of The Fernandez Agency. He gave us a great overview of what most homeowners insurance plans do and do not cover, the importance of personal liability…

When you think of employee benefits you usually think it’s something only large companies can offer. But did you know, that businesses with only two employees can offer affordable benefits?In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Diane Santonino from Allied Wealth Partners. How can my small business offer insurance benefits? What options …

If you live in suburbia, you probably have a lawn. And if you have a lawn, you know the joys of trying to keep it watered. Then what about all your other plants and shrubs and trees?Dennis Realmuto has been in the irrigation business for decades. He can tell you if the brown spots in your lawn are from under watering, overwatering, a fungus, or jus…

With student loan debt at an all-time high, more and more parents are looking for ways to help their kids cut college costs. But how do you find your way through the maze of loans, scholarships, and the various other forms of financial aid?In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Vicki Vollweiler of College Financial Prep. We talked about…

Whether it’s a catastrophic storm or that mysterious stain on your ceiling, just about everyone with a home on Long Island has dealt with one form of water damage or another.In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we asked Phil DePaul of United Water Restoration of Long Island what to do about it. We covered the various causes of water damage (includi…

So you’ve just invested in updating your landscaping. Everything looks great… during the daytime. Now what?In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Dennis Realmuto of Professional Irrigation. Listen in as we talk about everything from landscape lighting, security lighting, entertainment lighting, and even holiday lighting. Something to th…

Insurance is something everyone with a car has to deal with. Most of the time, we just look for the cheapest possible options. Which can then come back to bite us when we actually need to make a claim.In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Leo Fernandez of The Fernandez Agency. He gave us a great overview of what most auto insurance pla…

The breakdown of a relationship is never easy. And with a marriage, you not only have all the emotional things to deal with, you have a lot of legal details to handle. And if there are children involved, it gets even more complicated.In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Kristen Devaney, a family law attorney with Keith, Shapiro & Ford…

After the recent recession, your credit score may have taken a serious hit. Or maybe you’re dealing with medical bills or credit card debt. Either way, if you have a low credit score you could end up paying thousands of dollars more in interest than you have to. In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Angela Kim of Credit Repair Boss to …

Trouble communicating is often the first sign of a larger problem. Who do you turn to in order to not only find out what’s wrong, but how to fix or mitigate it?In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Eileen Devany, the Director and Owner of SEEDS of the Willistons. A licensed speech-language pathologist, Eileen has spent over 30 years wo…

When you want to sell your house, you call a real estate broker; when you want to sell your company, you call a business broker. There can be a LOT of pitfalls out there for those trying to sell their businesses on their own. Tell the wrong people that you are selling, and you end up with employees fleeing, vendors panicking, and your competition h…

If you live in New York State, you have probably heard that Governor Cuomo is working on legislation to legalize recreational marijuana. The Cannabis Act is actually an incredibly complex program that not only allows the legal sale of marijuana, but includes a wide array of taxes, licenses, and other governmental oversight. Even if it passes this s…

If you own an insurance agency, mortgage brokerage, bank, or any other organization that answers to the New York Department of Financial Services you have surely heard of 23 NYCRR 500 by now. Also known as NY DFS Cybersecurity Regulation, these set of rules are now in full effect after a two-year transition period. But there are still a number of s…

For someone who’s never gone on a cruise, the choices out there can be a bit overwhelming. In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we sat down with Nancy Bauman of Dream Travel by Nancy to find out what’s new in the cruising industry (rollercoasters? really?), what first-time cruisers need to know, and why you should always, ALWAYS, bring your passpor…

There is a lot of advice out there for first time home buyers. But what about first time home sellers? In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we spoke with Lynda Leone of RealtyConnectUSA to learn the best way to get your house ready to for market. What are the three biggest mistakes people make when trying to sell? What makes selling in New York uni…

If you don’t live near the shore it’s easy to think you don’t need flood insurance. In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we chat with Leo Fernandez of The Fernandez Agency, to discuss the ins and outs of the federal flood insurance program, the limitations of your homeowner’s policy, and what exactly a flood is (it may not be what you think).To tal…

It’s scary to realize that one of the main targets of hackers these days are small businesses. In this episode of The LIPN Podcast, we speak with cybersecurity expert Tom Nohs from DataSoftNow about why small businesses are such easy targets and what you need to do to protect yourself and your assets.To talk to Tom directly about your business's da…

The members of the Long Island Professional Network are an incredible resource for both consumers and small business professionals. In this episode of the LIPN Podcast, we interview the founders of the LIPN to discuss the power of networking, why networking works, and how to get started.Long Island Professional Network