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Professional People Podcast

by Dan Diederich

Business owners and professionals from around the country are hosted by Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance & Financial in Michigan. Dan's guests come from all different industries, and they talk about their path in business, what their doing today, and provides information, resources, and actionable steps to help grow as a professional.

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Episodes

  1. Kevin Brusinski - Level One Bank

    In this episode, Dan has on Kevin Brusinski from Level One Bank. Kevin shares his career journey as a banker, and why he ultimately has ended up at Level One. He talks about why Level One is different than other banks, their unique program offerings, and how he delivers world class service to his...

  2. Jackie Calixte - CTA Digital Marketing

    On this episode, host Dan Diederich, from TDA Insurance & Financial in Walled Lake, has on Jackie Calixte from CTA Digital Marketing. Jackie is an engineer by trade, but she used her engineering foundation to figure out how to help business owners use technology to enhance their online digital...

  3. Scott Newman - Cannabis Payroll Specialist - Adaptive HR

    In this episode, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance in Michigan, has on Scott Newman, a cannabis payroll specialist for Adaptive HR located out in Boston. Scott shares his story of how he transitioned from working at the large payroll organizations to transitioning into the cannabis space. He...

  4. The Book of Bruce - Bruce and Driscoll Lilley

    In this episode, Dan Diederich and Driscoll Lilley from TDA Insurance, sit down with Driscoll's father Bruce Lilley for some cigars, scotch, and a walk through Bruce's extensive career path. Bruce has primarily worked in the hospitality industry, everything from a line cook to managing prestige...

  5. Troy Sowell - Motto Mortgage

    On this episode of the show, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance, has on Troy Sowell from Motto Mortgage. Troy has been doing mortgage lending for over ten years, at big banks and mortgage brokerages like Motto Mortgage like he does now. Troy shares his experiences, and discusses with Dan the...

  6. Erich Schutz and Lee Woodruff - Cannabis Insurance Specialists - JenCap Holdings

    Hard to believe that the podcast has reached its one year anniversary on 4/20! To celebrate the anniversary and honor the holiday, Dan had on Erich Schutz and Lee Woodruff, cannabis insurance specialists for JenCap holdings. Erich and Lee are brokers who assist agents like Dan in searching…

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  7. Anthony Cacaj PLB Lending

    In this episode of the podcast, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance, has on Anthony Cacaj, mortgage broker from PLB Lending in Washington, Michigan. Anthony tells the story of his background, what led him into the mortgage industry and eventually to PLB. He also dives into the mortgage process,...

  8. Kevin Kamis LaunchKit

    In this episode of the podcast, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance & Financial in Walled Lake, has on Kevin Kamis, the founder of LaunchKit based in Grand Rapids, MI. Kevin is a young entrepreneur who started off doing freelance creative work and website design for his friends and family.…

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  9. Charles Saliard Keller Williams Novi

    On this episode, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance in Walled Lake, has on Charles Saliard, a residential realtor with Keller Williams of Novi. Charles tells his story of over ten years of real estate experience, and what you need to know about the current market, especially if you are…

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  10. Preferred Dealer Solutions with Connor Stoll

    In this episode of the show, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance & Financial in Walled Lake, Michigan, has on Connor Stoll from Preferred Dealer Solutions located in Rockford, Michigan. Dan and Connor were in the same business program at Aquinas College, and are now both working for their…

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  11. Bundled with Courtney Taylor and Chelsea Taylor

    In this episode of the podcast, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance & Financial in Walled Lake, has on Courtney Taylor and Chelsea Gheesling, the co-founders of Bundled. Bundled is a women owned business that does online gifting. They do anything from personal gifts to corporate gifting for...

  12. David Wintermyer - Remax Eclipse

    In this episode of the podcast, host Dan Diederich, from TDA Insurance & Financial in Walled Lake has on David Wintermyer from Remax Eclipse. David started off in the banking industry as a 19 year old out of high school and is now the Director of Recruiting and Training at the six different Remax...

  13. Charlie Crowley Off Ice

    In this episode of the podcast, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance in Walled Lake, has on Charlie Crowley from Northstar Christian Academy. Charlie shares his story of going from being an Aquinas hockey player and graduating with a political science degree, to working as the Director of Hockey...

  14. Jason from Jan Supply

    In this episode of the podcast, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance & Financial in Walled Lake, has on Jason Markowitz, general manager of Jan Supply located in Southfield, Michigan. Jason talks about his experience of transitioning from a sales person to a manager, and the successes and...

  15. Odd Jobs with Josh Adkins and Max Gedz

    On this episode of the Professional People Podcast, Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance & Financial Agency in Walled Lake, has on Josh Adkins and Max Gedz co-owners of Odd Jobs LLC, a landscape design company in West Bloomfield that serves the Oakland county area. Josh and Max tell the story of...

  16. Walled Lake Family Businesses with Casey from Casey's

    In this episode of the podcast, host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance & Financial Agency in Walled Lake Michigan, has on Casey Ambrose from Casey's in Walled Lake. Both businesses are multi-generational family businesses in the Walled Lake community. Casey tells the story of the restaurant from…

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  17. Alex Wilder - Lessons Learned from Starting a Podcast

    On this episode of the podcast, host Dan Diederich and Alex Wilder, the host of the Motivation Magnet podcast, do a joint podcast on their experience in the podcasting world. Dan and Alex discuss the trials and tribulations of starting a podcast, the tools needed, and the mindset to keep it…

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  18. Carissa Silas - HELLA Good Marketing Advice

    Dan has on Carissa Silas, marketing specialist from HELLA, an automotive supply company. Carissa sheds her insight on how being a student-athlete impacted her career, B2B marketing tactics, and the importance of building a personal brand in the digital age. The podcast is a great listen for…

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  19. Joey " Handball" Williams - Changing the Game in the USA

    Dan has on Joey "Handball" Williams, the CEO and Co-Founder of the Detroit Handball Club. Joey has had experience playing some professional handball overseas and brought back with him the passion for the sport. When he came back Joey founded the Detroit Handball club with his brother Mickey, in...

  20. Jake Wylonis - The Swag Consultant

    Dan has on Jake Wylonis from DM Promotions Inc. this episode. Almost a year ago Jake left corporate America to become a part owner at DM Promotions. The swag consultant tells us what promotional items he sees working currently for corporate branding, his transition while becoming a small business...

  21. Michael Bonasso - Have You Thought About Your Water?

    Michael Bonasso from WaterLogic USA talks about how he got started in the business, the technology used in WaterLogic's coolers that enhance safety in the workplace, a short reflection on the impact our dads have had on our lives, and things we are seeing as young professionals in the workplace.

  22. Michigan Auto Insurance Reform Special - Mark Diederich

    CEO of TDA Insurance Mark Diederich comes on the podcast to discuss the changes that have recently happened with Michigan's auto insurance laws. Host Dan Diederich and his dad go into depth about the changes in exposure for Michigan drivers and what they recommend insureds do to combat the new...

  23. How to Get After it as a Young Professional - Shane Gamelin - PrimePay

    Host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance and Financial has on guest Shane Gamelin from PrimePay. Dan and Shane are in the same networking group and have both been very successful in their sales positions as younger professionals. The conversation was focused on networking skills, social media in...

  24. MEMORIAL DAY SPECIAL - A Leap of Faith - Matthew Rabahy

    A Memorial Day special episode, host Dan Diederich has on Matthew Rabahy who is a public affairs specialist in the Army stationed in Ft. Carson, Colorado. Dan and Matt talked about Matt's path to the army, embracing the suck, personality types, and taking a leap of faith.

  25. Rome Wasn't Built in a Day - Tony Johnston

    Host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance & Financial has on Tony Johnston from 1st Securities Mortgage. They had a conversation about Tony's career path, the do's and don'ts for first time home buyers, impacts of COVID-19, and the importance of networking and taking one day at a time.

  26. Keep Moving Forward - Dana Hebreard

    Host Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance in Walled Lake, MI has on Dana Hebreard, the Director of Career Services at Aquinas College. Dan and Dana talk about networking and how to surf the job market, and what to do differently when applying for jobs in the virtual world.

  27. The Will to Win - Kyle Nelson

    Host Dan Diederich with TDA Insurance in Walled Lake hosts Kyle Nelson from Insite Commercial. Dan and Kyle talk about what's going on in the commercial real estate market, what businesses are doing to adapt to the challenges of COVID-19, and Kyle's philosophy on the 'Will to Win.'

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Business owners and professionals from around the country are hosted by Dan Diederich from TDA Insurance & Financial in Michigan. Dan's guests come from all different industries, and they talk about their path in business, what their doing today, and provides information, resources, and actionable steps to help grow as a professional.

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