Best RAL Academy Podcasts (2025)

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108. How to Lead Sales Through Scale and Change - with Andy Reid 23:56

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3h ago23:56

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If you want to keep great salespeople, you need to do more than set targets and push for results. In this episode, I talk to Andy Reid – global sales leader, startup mentor and author of Success is for the Curious – about the leadership traits that work whether you’re running a global bank division or a two-person startup. Andy shares why the best …

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Should you work with a placement agent? 9:27

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Discover the secret to filling beds fast in Residential Assisted Living 🛏️ and unlock new opportunities to grow your business and secure your financial future. In this episode, we explore how working with placement agents can help you fill vacancies quickly while maintaining a wealth mindset and achieving time freedom. Learn how placement agents br…

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From Zero to Five Homes in a Year: Johnny ‘Cashflow’ & Ricardo Garcia’s Angels Haven Care Journey 58:35

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Today on the RAL Room Podcast, Dr. Alex sits down with Johnny “Cashflow” Mazariegos and Ricardo Garcia, co-founders of Angels Haven Care in Southern California. These guys went from zero to five assisted living homes in just over a year 🚀—and they’re just getting started. Inside this episode, we dive into: ✅ Their journey from real estate & enginee…

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107. How to Build a Scalable Sales Pipeline That Wins - with Gerry Hill 30:41

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What if the root cause of your outbound problem isn’t the people but the system? In this episode, I’m joined by Gerry Hill, VP at ConnectAndSell and creator of Pipeline OS, to cut through the noise around sales development and give you a blueprint for scalable, effective pipeline generation. Gerry’s seen firsthand how most sales orgs are wasting ti…

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The Secret to Building a Winning RAL Caregiver Team 8:41

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Discover the secret to building a winning Residential Assisted Living (RAL) caregiver team and unlock the potential for time freedom and a wealth mindset. Your caregivers are the lifeblood of your business, and hiring the right team can make or break your success. In this episode, we reveal the essential strategies for hiring with heart, training f…

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Bridging the Gap Between Families & Care Homes with Michele Magner of Inspired Caring 37:31

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Today on the RAL Room Podcast, Charlie sits down with Michele Magner, caregiver, dementia practitioner, and founder of Inspired Caring. This is a can’t-miss episode where we dive into: ✅ Michele’s journey from family caregiver to educator and life coach for assisted living families 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 ✅ Why so many caregivers burn out—and how Inspired Caring h…

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106. How Sales Leaders Can Consistently Hire Top-Performing Sales people - with David Revell 32:42

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Most sales leaders treat recruitment like an admin task. Big mistake. In this episode, I’m joined by David Revell, a specialist in finding, attracting and hiring top-tier sales talent in the cleaning and hygiene industry, to unpack why hiring is selling and why your job adverts probably stink. David shares how most companies only ever reach the wea…

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Top 10 Questions About RAL Ownership Answered! 12:12

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Discover the top 10 most-asked questions about Residential Assisted Living (RAL) ownership and unlock the wealth mindset that could transform your financial future! Whether you're curious about asset protection, real estate investing, or creating time freedom while making a difference in senior care, this video has the answers you’ve been looking f…

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From Care Patrol to Majestic Residences: Chuck Bongiovanni’s RAL Franchise Journey 33:43

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Today on the RAL Room Podcast, Dr. Alex sits down with Chuck Bongiovanni, Co-Founder & CEO of Majestic Residences and Founder of Care Patrol. This is a can’t-miss episode where we dive into: ✅ Chuck’s journey from social worker to building the largest franchise system for placement agents (Care Patrol) ✅ What it’s really like to sell your company t…

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105. How sales people can overcome impostor syndrome - with Markus Neukom 28:11

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In this deeply personal and powerfully practical episode, I sit down with legacy alchemist Markus Neukom to unpick the roots of imposter syndrome and its impact on sales leaders and high performers. What starts as a conversation about doubt quickly becomes a masterclass in authenticity, identity, and learning how to lead from your core. We explore …

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5 Proven Ways to Fill Assisted Living Beds FAST 10:50

24d ago10:50

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Struggling to fill your Residential Assisted Living beds fast? This episode is your ultimate guide to success! Discover 5 proven strategies to fill those open spots while building a sustainable business. From leveraging placement agents and hosting open houses to creating buzz through community relationships and social media, we’re breaking down ac…

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Industry Trends, Big Wins & What’s Next in RAL 17:30

27d ago17:30

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In this week’s episode of the RAL Room Podcast, Alex & Charlie break down some of the biggest opportunities and wins happening right now in residential assisted living. 🏡🔥 Here’s what we cover: ✅ Texas A&M’s 14-acre senior living community – why universities are betting on senior housing 🎓➡️👴👵 ✅ NIC MAP data showing demand is skyrocketing while new…

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104. How to lead like a beehive: collaboration, clarity and cycles - with Philip Atkinson 26:53

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In this episode of Leadership that Sells, I’m joined by Philip Atkinson — team coach, agile expert, and author of Be Wise: 12 Leadership Lessons from a Busy Beehive. Philip brings decades of global commercial leadership experience and distils it into practical, real-world guidance for sales leaders who want to lead smarter, not just harder. We dig …

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Documents and Processes Help You Grow Faster and Stay up to Code 8:43

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Master the key documents for Residential Assisted Living success and unlock your path to financial freedom! Whether you're just starting or looking to streamline your operations, this episode reveals the critical systems, processes, and documents that secure your success in the thriving assisted living industry. From policies and procedures to emer…

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From Nurse to 9 RAL Homes: Lindsay Daudistel’s Journey 58:57

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In today’s episode, we sit down with Lindsay Daudistel, a nurse-turned-entrepreneur who built one of the fastest-growing residential assisted living companies in Ohio. Lindsay shares how she opened her first home in 2018 while raising a growing family (soon to be eight kids!), and scaled to nine thriving homes—with more on the way. Her story is dri…

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How We Built a Thriving Memory Care Business 21:36

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Are you ready to unlock big profits in memory care homes while creating a lasting impact? 💡 In this episode of the Assisted Living Network podcast, Isabelle Guarino sits down with Ilich and Ria, the inspiring medical professionals behind Spirit Care Homes in Minnetonka, Minnesota. Discover how they transitioned from their demanding careers to thriv…

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Filling Your RAL Home Fast — with Scott Wells 47:08

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In today’s episode of the RAL Room Podcast, we sit down with Scott Wells, CEO of Conversion Formula, who’s helped over 300 senior living communities boost occupancy with cutting-edge digital marketing. Scott breaks down why so many residential assisted living homes struggle to stay full — and how to fix it. From the common “if you build it, they wi…

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Start a Hands-Off Assisted Living Business Today! 23:53

2M ago23:53

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Ready to secure your financial future with a Residential Assisted Living business? In this episode of the Assisted Living Network, Isabelle Guarino chats with Ben Dickey, owner of Legacy Senior Care in Oklahoma City, to uncover the secrets of building a hands-off assisted living operation. Learn how Ben and his wife, Katie, transitioned from 80-hou…

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Design Like Disney, Care Like Family — with Tom Hignite 46:07

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In today’s episode of the RAL Room Podcast, we sit down with Tom Hignite, an artist-turned-homebuilder who’s designed over 2,500 homes and brought his imagination and heart into the world of residential assisted living. Inspired by his father’s experience in care, Tom took a bold step: creating uniquely designed adult family homes in Wisconsin — co…

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What to Do When Your Aging Parents Need Help 12:47

2M ago12:47

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Discover why the "Silver Tsunami" is your next big investment opportunity! 🌊 With 76 million baby boomers aging rapidly, the demand for Residential Assisted Living, real estate investing solutions, and Memory Care services is skyrocketing. By 2050, seniors will make up over 20% of the U.S. population—are you prepared to turn this shift into a wealt…

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Designing Homes That Heal — with William Du & Kaicheng Zhuang 41:39

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In today’s episode of the RAL Room Podcast, we sit down with two incredible innovators who are reshaping the future of assisted living design — William Du and Kaicheng Zhuang, MIT-trained architectural designers who specialize in senior living spaces. They’ve helped operators across the country turn residential homes into beautiful, highly function…

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Go Beyond 6 Beds: Zoning Secrets for RAL Success 8:08

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Are you stuck at the six-bed zoning limit for your Residential Assisted Living (RAL) home? Don't let zoning stop your dreams of creating a thriving assisted living business. This episode of the Assisted Living Network dives into zoning secrets that can help you go beyond the limits and secure your financial future. With 76 million baby boomers need…

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Insuring Your RAL the Right Way — with Jason Moody 36:49

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In this episode of the RAL Room Podcast, we’re breaking down one of the most misunderstood but mission-critical parts of launching and running a residential assisted living home: insurance. And we’ve got the perfect guest — Jason Moody, Marine veteran and experienced insurance broker who specializes in assisted living and skilled nursing. Jason sha…

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103. How to lead through curveballs with confidence - with Joelle Kaufman 31:23

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In this episode of Leadership that Sells, I’m joined by Joelle Kaufman – bestselling author, CRO whisperer and neuroscience-driven performance coach – and we’re diving deep into one of the biggest leadership superpowers: dealing with curveballs. Whether it’s a surprise customer objection, a missed number, or a life-altering diagnosis, Joelle lays o…

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How to Price Your RAL Beds for Maximum Profit 11:34

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Discover the secrets to pricing your Residential Assisted Living (RAL) beds for maximum profit while maintaining top-tier care for your residents! In this episode, Isabelle from the Assisted Living Network breaks down everything you need to know about pricing strategies, from understanding local market trends to choosing between service-based and a…

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Financing RAL with SBA Loans: Inside the Bank with Mackey Hughes of Live Oak 39:00

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In this episode, we’re joined by Mackey Hughes, senior loan officer at Live Oak Bank—one of the country’s top SBA lenders, and a true champion of residential assisted living operators. 💰🏡 Mackey brings a rare mix of legal, financial, and field expertise to the world of senior housing. As part of Live Oak’s dedicated senior housing team, he’s helped…

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102. How to build scalable success with systems (and still live your dream) - with Ral West 22:01

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In this episode of Leadership that Sells, I sit down with serial entrepreneur and business mentor Ral West — a woman who’s scaled multiple businesses (including one sold to Alaskan Airlines), built powerhouse teams, and somehow made it all look effortless. If you’ve ever felt like scaling a business means sacrificing your time, energy, or sanity, y…

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How to Build a Waitlist for Your RAL 10:11

2M ago10:11

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Discover how to build a Residential Assisted Living (RAL) waiting list fast with these 4 proven strategies! In this episode, we dive into the essential steps to create partnerships, establish a trusted reputation, and attract the right people to your RAL community. With 76 million baby boomers facing housing challenges, the time to secure your futu…

RAL Academy Podcasts

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The RAL Room Assisted Living Podcast

Charlie Cameron and Dr. Alex Schloe

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Assisted Living Network Podcast

RAL Academy

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Leadership that sells

Practical Leadership Academy

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108. How to Lead Sales Through Scale and Change - with Andy Reid 23:56

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Should you work with a placement agent? 9:27

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From Zero to Five Homes in a Year: Johnny ‘Cashflow’ & Ricardo Garcia’s Angels Haven Care Journey 58:35

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107. How to Build a Scalable Sales Pipeline That Wins - with Gerry Hill 30:41

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The Secret to Building a Winning RAL Caregiver Team 8:41

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Bridging the Gap Between Families & Care Homes with Michele Magner of Inspired Caring 37:31

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106. How Sales Leaders Can Consistently Hire Top-Performing Sales people - with David Revell 32:42

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Top 10 Questions About RAL Ownership Answered! 12:12

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From Care Patrol to Majestic Residences: Chuck Bongiovanni’s RAL Franchise Journey 33:43

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105. How sales people can overcome impostor syndrome - with Markus Neukom 28:11

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5 Proven Ways to Fill Assisted Living Beds FAST 10:50

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Industry Trends, Big Wins & What’s Next in RAL 17:30

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104. How to lead like a beehive: collaboration, clarity and cycles - with Philip Atkinson 26:53

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Documents and Processes Help You Grow Faster and Stay up to Code 8:43

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From Nurse to 9 RAL Homes: Lindsay Daudistel’s Journey 58:57

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How We Built a Thriving Memory Care Business 21:36

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Filling Your RAL Home Fast — with Scott Wells 47:08

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Start a Hands-Off Assisted Living Business Today! 23:53

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Design Like Disney, Care Like Family — with Tom Hignite 46:07

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What to Do When Your Aging Parents Need Help 12:47

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Designing Homes That Heal — with William Du & Kaicheng Zhuang 41:39

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Go Beyond 6 Beds: Zoning Secrets for RAL Success 8:08

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Insuring Your RAL the Right Way — with Jason Moody 36:49

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103. How to lead through curveballs with confidence - with Joelle Kaufman 31:23

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How to Price Your RAL Beds for Maximum Profit 11:34

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Financing RAL with SBA Loans: Inside the Bank with Mackey Hughes of Live Oak 39:00

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102. How to build scalable success with systems (and still live your dream) - with Ral West 22:01

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How to Build a Waitlist for Your RAL 10:11