Calling all small business warriors who feel chained to their business! Do you run your business or does your business run you? You’ve poured your blood, sweat and tears into it and it is time to set yourself free. I’m Bobby Mascia – owner of a wealth management firm, family office, manufacturing business, 18 store Dunkin Franchise, and de facto business coach. My goal? To liberate your business— whether it be operationally, prep for a sale, a legacy handover, or self-management. The roadmap to this freedom is something we will uncover together in Business Unchained.” Join me as I learn about fellow entrepreneurs, dissecting their past, present, and future.
About Dr. Jenny Woo
Dr. Jenny Woo is an educator, entrepreneur, and founder/CEO of Mind Brain Emotion, a company incubated at Harvard Innovation Labs that helps children and adults build emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and communication skills. With a Ph.D. in cognitive science and a master’s from Harvard, she has worked in human capital consulting at Deloitte, talent strategy at Cisco, and career coaching at UC Berkeley.
She is the creator of award-winning card games, including 52 Essential Conversations and 52 Essential Coping Skills, used in 50+ countries. Her work has been featured in CNBC, Forbes, FORTUNE, Fast Company, and more.
As a mother of three, Dr. Woo is passionate about helping families and professionals navigate modern challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful connections.
Reference Links:
Mind Brain Emotion Social Media
Dr. Jenny Woo Social Media
Episode Highlights:
What if the key to raising successful, resilient children isn’t about perfect grades or packed schedules—but something far more profound? In a world dominated by social media, academic pressure, and emotional recessions, how do we ensure our kids grow up with the emotional intelligence to thrive?
In this episode of Business Unchained, host Bobby Mascia sits down with Dr. Jenny Woo to discuss her journey from corporate consulting to creating tools that help families and workplaces develop essential human skills.
[07:54] ”When I say village, it doesn’t have to be a lot of people, but you really need that relationship. It could be a partner, a friend, a mentor to just help you stay on track and keep going.” — Dr. Jenny Woo
[09:46] ”We are experiencing an emotional recession. We don’t quite know how to talk to each other anymore.” — Dr. Jenny Woo
Dr. Woo explains how her company creates tools like conversation cards to help families and workplaces build emotional intelligence.
At its core, Dr. Woo’s story is about the power of emotional intelligence, resilience, and the belief that success isn’t just about academic or professional achievements—it’s about building meaningful connections and leading a balanced, fulfilling life.
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About Michael Carella
Michael T. Carella, a seasoned professional in the Title Insurance industry since 2002, established Evident Title Agency, Inc. in October 2005, driven by his passion for real estate and financial markets. With a bachelor’s degree from The University of Maryland, he is a licensed Title Producer and Notary Public. Under his leadership, Evident Title Agency, Inc. has expanded to 7 offices across New Jersey and New York, offering comprehensive title insurance and settlement services nationwide. Committed to customer satisfaction and transparency, Michael ensures clients understand every step of the process. His dedication has earned the company an “A” rating from the Better Business Bureau and recognition from Secure Settlements, Inc.
Reference Links:
Michael Carella’s Social Media
Evident Title Agency Social Media
West Essex Business
vipHomeLink platform
Episode Highlights:
In today’s episode of “Business Unchained,” we welcome Michael Carella, President and CEO of Evident Title Agency Inc. Michael joins us to delve into the dynamics of work ethic, fostering business growth, and the critical role of building the right team. Evident Title Agency specializes in providing title insurance, settlement services, bankruptcy searches, and property reports.
[04:50] “What I’ve learned kind of later in life is it’s not only the work ethic of what you’re doing at work, it’s also the work ethic of what you do to work on yourself.”- Bobby Mascia
[54:46] “You have to surround yourself with the best teams possible, whether it’s a fantastic wife and children, parents and siblings, or a great personal team, financial team, tax team, law team—all of that.” -Michael Carella
During the discussion, Bobby and Michael share their journeys in business ownership, emphasizing the importance of work ethic, team building, and adaptability. Bobby discusses balancing work and personal life, while Michael highlights his expansion from a one-man operation to multiple offices. They stress investing in oneself, taking calculated risks, and surrounding oneself with a strong team. The conversation also touches on learning from failures, the significance of trust in business relationships, and leveraging diverse business ventures for growth. Overall, this episode is a goldmine for anyone looking to master entrepreneurship and business management.
[20:28] “Take chances when you’re young. You’re gambling on yourself, and as life gets older, it gets much more complicated. Taking those risks when you’re younger can really pay off later..”-Michael Carella
[36:08] “I don’t like cutting corners. Sometimes that takes money to reinvest, and whether that’s hiring an employee I can’t afford right now, I know the seeds I’ve planted will grow, and the money will come in.” -Michael Carella
