In this conversation, Jeff interviews MK Holmes, the campaign development manager for the Light the Night campaign with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). They discuss MK's background, her journey to LLS, and the impactful work the organization does in the community, particularly through events like Light the Night and the Pickleball for a Purpose tournament.

MK shares insights into LLS's mission to cure blood cancers, the support they provide to patients, and how the community can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

CLICK HERE to donate to Jamie’s Light the Night Fundraiser

CLICK HERE to register for Charlotte Light The Night 2025

Special thanks to:

The Carolina Factory & The Vannelle Family

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In this episode, Robert McCrary, owner of The Egg Cafe in Davidson, shares his journey from acting to entrepreneurship, detailing the challenges and triumphs of running a restaurant.

He discusses the concept behind The Egg, the recent relocation due to lease issues, and the importance of community engagement.

Rob also offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the need for passion and resilience in the face of industry challenges.

The Egg Cafe
402 S Main St
Davidson, NC 28036

Located inside the Crazy Pig BBQ restaurant.

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In this episode, Jeff reconnects with Jenny Melrose to discuss how small business owners can stop trading their time for money by creating scalable digital products.

They explore the challenges of solopreneurship, the importance of repurposing content, and the tools available for creating digital products. Jenny shares her insights on lead magnets, building an email list, and the power of AI in content creation.

The conversation emphasizes the potential for small business owners to leverage their expertise and create income streams that work for them.

Jenny Melrose

Tools mentioned:

https://www.podia.com/

https://www.canva.com/

https://kit.com/

https://chatgpt.com/

www.claude.ai

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Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

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In this episode, the hosts explore the journey of designing and constructing a luxurious waterfront home on Lake Norman:

“Pointe Place” - 8228 Bay Pointe Dr, Denver, NC 28037

They discuss the collaborative efforts of the design team, the challenges faced during the construction process, and the meticulous planning that went into creating a family-friendly and entertaining space.

The conversation highlights the importance of vision, detail, and adaptability in custom home building.

The guests also discuss the intricacies of designing a custom home, focusing on outdoor living spaces, kitchen technology, HVAC systems, material selection, and lessons learned from the building process.

They highlight the importance of thoughtful design and collaboration with various vendors to create a stunning and functional home.

Guests:

Jenny Pippin
Pippin Home Designs

Tracie Johnson
PTI Design

Brian McManus
Spivey Construction

Special thanks to:

Matt Sarver @ The Sarver Group
Keller Williams Realty Lake Norman

Watch a video tour of the Bay Pointe home! Click Here

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Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

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In this conversation, Jodi Morgan, owner of Morgan+Co Beauty Lounge, shares her journey from a passionate young girl in Ohio to a successful salon owner in Cornelius, North Carolina.

She discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of creating a unique client experience, and her commitment to fostering a positive team environment.

Jodi also highlights the significance of community engagement and her aspirations for future growth, including the potential to open a hair school.

morgan+co
18509 Statesville Rd Ste. B-01
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 981-6770

Special mentions:

Andrew Morgan
Grow Real Estate

Ultimate Athlete

The Pink Boutique

Recommended Reading:

The E-Myth

by Michael Gerber

The Energy Bus
by Jon Gordon

EntreLeadership
by Dave Ramsey

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Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

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In this episode, Jeff welcomes back TJ Todd, founder of Studio490, to discuss the critical aspects of digital marketing, particularly focusing on local SEO. They explore the importance of maintaining a Google Business Profile, effective on-page SEO strategies, the challenges of content creation, and the emerging trend of zero-click searches.

The conversation emphasizes the need for consistency in SEO efforts and the value of creating relevant, high-quality content to engage potential customers.

Key Topics:

Local SEO for small businesses

Managing Google Business Profiles

On-page SEO

Content creation

Quality over quantity.

AI & Google

Algorithms & SEO strategies

Studio490

(704) 948-1587

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In this episode of The Best of LKN, Jeff interviews Danyell Suter, owner of Groomed Salons and The Bar at Groomed.

Danyell shares her unique journey from a legal career to the world of hairdressing, highlighting the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship.

She discusses the elevated experience offered at Groomed And their unique bar concept.

GROOMED - Mooresville
294 W Plaza Dr A1
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 839-3451

GROOMED - Cornelius
19905 W Catawba Ave #108
Cornelius, NC 28031

(704) 839-3451

Website:
groomedsalons.com

Instagram:

@groomedsalons
@thebar_atgroomed

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In this episode of The Best of LKN podcast, Jeff interviews Dr. Kenesha Kirkland and Dr. Christopher Messitt from Atrium Health Concierge Care in Cornelius. They discuss the innovative concierge care model, which allows for a more personalized and accessible healthcare experience.

The conversation covers the inspiration behind the practice and the holistic approach to patient care that emphasizes prevention and individualized treatment plans.

The doctors also share their excitement about expanding services to the Lake Norman area and the future of concierge care in the community.

Atrium Health Concierge Care Lake Norman
9623 Bailey Rd #220
Cornelius, NC 28031

(704) 801-8330

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