Photos by Dante Fontana.
Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you? I’m a motivational/anti-bullying speaker. At some point in our lives we trade the vision we have for our life for a paycheck; 20 years later we find ourselves burnt out and unsatisfied. I’m able to connect to audiences in a way that compels each attendee to reexamine how they define success. I help audiences understand the importance of placing value on their dreams. It definitely found me. What was the first job you ever had, and what did you learn from the experience? My first job was at McDonald’s. It taught me responsibility, and I learned I didn’t want to spend the rest of my life smelling like pickles. What life accomplishments are you most proud of? I realized when I was 40 years old that speaking was my gift and that my gift had value to the world. I’m most proud of working as a contract speaker in 2008 with Making it Count. Mark E. Thompson Where do you go when the going gets tough? Typically when the going gets tough I go to the park (one of my local favorites Make your MARK is Maidu) and walk or run. Walking or jogging tends to clear my mind – allowing fresh …in life ideas to come to me. Roseville What’s your favorite place to eat out locally? 916-850-0295 My favorite local restaurant is The Cheesecake Factory – they have the best shrimp and makeyourmarkinlife.com grits and jambalaya. If you could be any other profession, what would it be? Motivational/inspirational speaking is my true passion and my life’s calling. I believe we don’t begin to live until we find our purpose in life. And finally, customer service is? I’ll do whatever it takes to deliver 100 percent satisfaction.
Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you? My business focuses on general home repairs and assisting with client to-do lists around the house. It doesn’t matter how small the project, we are happy to get it done. I established my business in 1998; however, I’ve been working in the trade for more than 27 years. Why is your staff the best in the business? We have one of the best guarantees in the business – period. Who is your role model in business or in life, and why? Donald Trump – he experienced failure so many times, but allowed it to transform him into being super successful. Where do you go when the going gets tough? The golf course – it’s a great way for me to reconnect with quiet, beautiful surroundings. I can’t think of another game that allows me the opportunity to be in park-like settings…I love it! What’s your biggest job perk? My guarantee. If you’re not satisfied with my performance, I’ll do whatever I can to make it right; if you’re still not happy, I’ll refund up to $500 of your money. What could be fairer? And finally, customer service is…? My main focus! Without happy customers, my business is non-existent. My goal is to make sure my customer is happy.
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Doug Cohen
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