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The Alimond Show

Welcome to The Alimond Show --join us as we share our entrepreneurial guests" stories, uncover their secrets to success, and explore the unique paths they"ve taken to build thriving businesses in our community.In each episode, our host, Aliyah Dastour, sits down with a diverse group of local business owners, from the corner cafe to the boutique shop, from tech startups to family-run enterprises. We peel back the curtain to reveal the trials, triumphs, and transformational moments that have shaped

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29:28

Navigating Law's Many Sides: Amy Harber's Journey

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2025/05/27

Every lawyer has a unique path, but few have navigated as many sides of the legal system as Amy Harber. From aspiring victim advocate to newspaper employee, prosecutor, insurance defense attorney, and now managing attorney at Whitlock Law PLLC, Amy brings a rare 360-degree perspective to her practice. What drives this self-described "truth bomber" is a commitment to serving people regardless of case size or complexity. While many firms screen clients based on potential payouts, Whitlock Law ...

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39:10

Intuition is Your Sixth Sense: A Conversation with...

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2025/05/27

Claudia Osman never felt at home in traditional education. After feeling lost in college, a chance encounter with massage therapy opened the door to her true calling. Today, as a licensed massage therapist with nearly 25 years of experience and a certified energy practitioner for the past decade, Claudia helps clients resolve chronic conditions that conventional medicine often can't explain. Growing up with strong intuitive abilities was confusing for Claudia – sensing others' emotions, inse...

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46:46

Jason Howell - How understanding finance can reclaim...

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2025/05/23

Ever wonder why so many people struggle with personal finance despite its critical importance? Jason Howell's journey from teenage lawn-mowing entrepreneur to founder of a successful wealth management firm reveals surprisingly accessible truths about money management that most Americans never learn. Howell's accidental entry into banking during college sparked a lifelong passion for financial education that eventually led him to establish Jason Howell Company, a fee-only fiduciary firm. Unli...

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18:58

Dr. Dong-Soo Hong - Crafting Perfect Smiles: Inside...

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2025/05/22

The fascinating world of prosthodontics takes center stage as we welcome Dr. Dong Soo Hong, who unveils the mysteries behind this dental specialty focused on complex restorations. With warmth and clarity, Dr. Hong explains how prosthodontists undergo three additional years of specialized training beyond dental school, preparing them to tackle challenging cases from full mouth reconstructions to intricate cosmetic procedures. Dr. Hong's personal journey shines throughout our conversation - fr...

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36:26

Why Not Me? Caryn Grafton's Path to Sales Excellence

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2025/05/20

"Why not me?" This simple yet powerful question has guided Caryn Grafton's remarkable journey from marketing professional to respected mortgage industry leader. As the Head of Sales and self-proclaimed "head cheerleader" at Atlantic Coast Mortgage, Caryn's path reveals how authenticity transforms both business results and personal fulfillment. Caryn's career transformation began when she abandoned impersonal lead generation tactics for Brian Buffini's referral-based approach. "If you did a g...

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20:32

Tashea McDougald - From Paralegal to Leading Real...

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2025/05/16

Get ready to be inspired as we sit down with Tashea McDougald, a dynamic realtor who transformed her career from paralegal to leading her own team at Aston Rose Sports and Entertainment brokerage. Tashea’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and dedication. She shares her fascinating transition fueled by a client's captivating lifestyle, traditional marketing efforts, and personal interactions that paved the way for her success in the real estate world. Discover how Tashea car...

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21:04

Taylor Tolbert - From Insurance Sales to Real Estate...

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2025/05/15

Ever wondered how transitioning from commercial insurance and software sales could lead to a flourishing career in real estate? Our guest Taylor Tolbert shares his unique path, revealing how those early experiences sharpened his sales acumen and prepared him for the world of real estate. Taylor’s journey is a testament to the power of dedication and a relationship-focused approach, which proved invaluable when he embarked on his real estate career during the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us as Tay...

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28:35

Lee Ann Schwope - How Being Your True Self Creates...

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2025/05/13

What happens when we create workplaces where people can truly be themselves? Leanne Schwope reveals how authenticity drives both personal fulfillment and business results in this compelling conversation about leadership, inclusion, and finding your path. Leanne's unique journey weaves together seemingly disparate worlds—strategic marketing consultant by day, Christmas tree farmer by evening. This fascinating combination exemplifies her commitment to living authentically, a philosophy she app...

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29:28

Beyond the Sale: Judy McHenry's Journey from Rock...

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2025/05/13

What happens when a former rock singer with a psychology degree and hospitality background becomes a real estate agent? You get Judy McHenry of the Platinum Group Real Estate, a 14-year veteran of the Loudoun County market whose diverse life experiences create an extraordinary approach to helping clients find their perfect homes. Judy's professional journey feels like a masterclass in transferable skills. Starting as a case manager in a neurorehabilitation facility, she coordinated complex c...

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29:28

The Art and Science of Aesthetic Medicine: Dr. Farhan...

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2025/05/10

Dr. Farhan Qureshi (Dr. Q) isn't your typical aesthetic doctor. Between military reserve missions in Peru, managing ICU shifts at the hospital, and running his award-winning med spa, he embodies a rare blend of service-oriented medicine and cutting-edge beauty expertise. "Most of my unit is involved in aesthetics," Dr. Qureshi reveals when discussing his unusual career combination. Having commissioned after medical school in 2012, he maintains his military connections while simultaneously bu...

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29:34

Michael Peña - Finding Your Superpower: How...

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2025/05/05

What does it take to start from scratch in a new place and build a thriving real estate business? Michael Pena's remarkable journey from Dominican Republic immigrant to successful Northern Virginia realtor offers powerful insights for agents and aspiring homebuyers alike. Growing up between the Dominican Republic, New York, and Houston before settling in Virginia, Michael brings a uniquely empathetic perspective to real estate. As the first person in his family to purchase a home, he underst...

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23:25

Rachel Bonner - Hormones, Health, and Healing: Why...

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2025/05/01

Ever wondered why so many women struggle to find healthcare providers who truly listen? Rachel Bonner is changing that narrative. With over twenty years as a family nurse practitioner, Rachel shares her journey from conventional medicine to founding RachelBWell, where she provides comprehensive holistic care focused on hormone balance and metabolic health. Frustrated by the constraints of traditional healthcare—15-minute appointments and symptom-focused treatments—Rachel created a practice w...

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35:23

Peter Knapp - From Litigation Support to Real Estate...

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2025/04/16

Peter Knapp transformed his service-oriented mindset from litigation support into the foundation of a thriving real estate career in Northern Virginia. When digital transformation disrupted his original business plan, he didn't just adapt—he excelled by applying the same 24/7 availability his legal clients had expected to his real estate clients. "When someone texts, I'll text right back," Peter explains, highlighting the responsiveness that has fueled his team's impressive work ethic, drive,...

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30:54

Matt Cheney - Serving Clients, Not Selling Houses: A...

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2025/04/10

From selling 1,000 condominiums over a decade to building a thriving luxury real estate business at Cheney & Co. at Compass, Matt Cheney's unconventional path offers valuable insights for anyone navigating the competitive real estate landscape. With remarkable candor, Matt reveals how he built his business without a mentor—"the hard way"—and learned crucial lessons about removing ego from client interactions. At the heart of Matt's philosophy lies a refreshing client-centered approach. "...

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36:25

Chris Chapman - From Marine to Master Builder: Chris...

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2025/04/09

When Chris Chapman was a child, he didn't just play with his toy cars – he engineered elaborate roadways for them, meticulously carving paths and lining them with stone dust from the local baseball field. This early passion for building evolved into a lifelong journey that would take him from apprenticing with his pastor's hardwood flooring business at age 13 to founding MGS Contracting Services, a company named after his three children. What makes Chapman's approach to home renovation uniqu...

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25:33

Matt Knott - Navigating Success with River Riders'...

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2025/04/03

When was the last time you felt the pulse of the river beneath a raft or the rush of wind on a zipline? Matt Knott, the adventurous spirit behind River Riders, invites us to navigate the twists and turns of his journey from a college raft guide to the entrepreneur who, alongside his wife, shaped an outdoor utopia in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Peeling back the layers of their story, we get an insider's look at the challenges and triumphs of growing a business that now encompasses not just r...

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25:23

Chrissie Goodrum & Jeremy Kendall: Navigating the...

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2025/04/01

Embark on a journey into the heart of real estate with our esteemed guests Chrissie Goodrum and Jeremy Kendall, as they lay bare their transitions from the corporate world to the vibrant realm of property and mortgage lending. Chrissie brings her wisdom from Hunt Country Sotheby's International Realty, shedding light on the allure of real estate's flexibility and the profound commitment it allows her towards family. Jeremy, on the flip side, recounts his leap from numbers to negotiations, hig...

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28:16

Jennifer Surlas - From Court to Real Estate: A Pro...

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2025/03/27

Shifting gears from the basketball court to the competitive landscape of real estate, Jennifer (Jen) Surlas brings the same tenacity to guiding clients through the maze of property buying and selling as she once did dodging defenders. This week, we sit down with the former collegiate and professional athlete turned real estate dynamo, who shares the secrets of her seamless transition into Angle Volkers Real Estate and Neighborhood Settlements. Surlas's stories are a slam dunk, revealing how t...

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33:44

Jay Caputo - The Brushstroke Approach: From Chef to...

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2025/03/26

Jay Caputo's journey from acclaimed chef to residential real estate expert reveals how seemingly disparate careers can share profound connections. The founder of Brushstroke Properties brings the same dedication to crafting personalized experiences that once defined his 24-year culinary career to every real estate transaction. Drawing on his philosophy that "every client, every transaction starts as a blank canvas," Jay has transformed his approach to buying and selling homes into an artform...

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24:03

Payton Polychrones - Education, Community, and Client...

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2025/03/25

Payton Polychrones realtor for Samson Properties who didn't follow a straight path to real estate success. After spending 13 years at his family's flower shop and pivoting from his early dreams of becoming a music teacher, he found his calling in helping people navigate one of life's biggest investments. Now celebrating a decade in real estate and his recent broker's license, Payton reveals how his unique background shaped his client-centered approach. As a lifelong Northern Virginia residen...

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