#44 Protect and Monetize Your Creative Work with IP and Marketing Law Attorney Sharon Toerek

In this episode, Nicole Alicea sits down with Cynthia Weiss, a retired banker with over 40 years of experience, to break down what really happens behind the scenes when you apply for a business loan. Before a bank evaluates your business, they evaluate you—your habits, your financial discipline, and your relationship with money. Cynthia reveals how lenders interpret your credit report, what red flags instantly raise concern, and how to position yourself as a low-risk borrower. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why banks look at your personal credit before your business • The 5 C’s of credit—and why “character” matters most • How your credit report tells a story about your financial behavior • The biggest mistakes that quietly damage your approval chances • How to structure your credit and finances before applying • What lenders really think when they review your application If you’re planning to apply for a business loan—or

We had the privilege of sitting down with the incredible Linda Hurtado-Bond, a Fox 13 TV news anchor, Emmy Award-winning journalist, best-selling author, breast cancer survivor, and mother of five! Linda opened up about how she juggles her high-profile career at Fox 13, writing thrilling novels, and raising a family, all while staying true to her passions. In this episode, Linda breaks down the entire process of getting your book published—from finding critique groups to landing an agent—and shares best practices for balancing it all. You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation about following your dreams, getting your book published, and maintaining balance in a busy life! Produced by David “Fingers” Bell and hosted by Nicole Valentin Alicea.