Sixcess Stories

SIX° Connections
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Our journey started with a crazy idea as a newly married couple: Let's sell everything we own that doesn't fit into our two cars, move across the country during the middle of a global pandemic to a city where we don't know anyone and use our life savings to purchase a business where the business is knowing people... If being in the community building business has taught us anything, it's that the relationships and connections we make along the way aren't just a byproduct of success, they are the success. Sixcess Stories, hosted by Kristina Gent and Eric Ozarowski, is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. At SIX° Connections, we believe that conscious, caring leaders are a catalyst for connecting humanity. If success is traditionally defined as the attainment of fame, wealth, or social status, then "sixcess" is something entirely different — it's measured by the depth and quality of relationships in our lives that make everything else possible. Wherever you are on your own journey with success, we hope these conversations challenge how you think about the importance of developing meaningful relationships and inspire you to connect more intentionally. Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away. Sixcess Stories is produced by SIX° Connections, a purpose and values-driven business community dedicated to fostering deep, meaningful relationships among passionate professionals.

  1. 21h ago

    Breaking Into Events and Business with Sami Patel | EP 57

    In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Sami Patel to talk about leaving the East Coast to start fresh in San Diego, finding clarity through running and consistency, and learning the art and chaos of organizing events. Sami Patel is the Director of Events and Sponsorships at SIX Connections. With over 5 years of experience in hospitality and operations, she is known for combining business acumen with an eye for design and detail. Sami is passionate at fostering collaboration and cultivating cultures built on trust and shared goals, bringing people together in meaningful ways. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:00] Check-In: Energy Levels [00:03:30] Getting to Know Sami [00:07:00] Running as Mental Clarity [00:14:00] The Discipline of Consistency [00:18:00] Four-Minute Miles & Marathon Mentality [00:24:00] COVID Graduation & Leaving California Behind [00:28:00] Working in the Family Business [00:34:00] Why San Diego & the Pull Toward Events [00:39:00] Learning on the Job at SIX [00:44:00] Event Disasters, Pivots & Relationship Building [00:51:00] Proudest Career Moments [00:54:30] Growth, Organization & What's Next - - - - - - [01:06:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website LinkedIn Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

    1h 44m

  2. Jun 16

    Building a Coachable Team Culture with Maria Corbisiero | EP 56

    In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Maria Corbisiero to talk about building a values-aligned team from the ground up, defining what coachability looks like in leadership, and learning to step back so the people around you can grow. Maria Corbisiero is a realtor and leader of The Dream Homes Team under Compass, where she has leveraged over a decade of business and construction experience to guide clients toward wise investments for over six years. A proud Southern California transplant, her extensive local expertise encompasses real estate, city hotspots, and hidden neighborhood gems, enabling her to identify unique opportunities for transformation. Known for her outstanding communication, genuine dedication, and a proactive approach, Maria is deeply committed to building lasting client relationships that extend well beyond the closing table. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:03:00] Weekly Check-In [00:05:00] The Tuscany Property [00:09:00] Cleaning House in December [00:13:00] The Coachability Conversation [00:19:00] Building Future Team Leaders [00:21:00] Business as a School [00:24:00] Defining Excellence & The Delegation Gap [00:29:00] "This Is On Me": Owning the Gaps [00:31:00] Art vs. Science of Leadership [00:36:00] Mindset Over Systems [00:38:00] Healthy Competition & The Follow-Up Edge [00:47:00] Leading With Values Instead of Answers [00:55:00] Self-Doubt as a Leadership Tool [01:03:00] Boat Names, Puns & Star Signs [01:12:00] Conspiracy Theories & Ron Funches [01:17:00] Episode Takeaways - - - - - - [01:20:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website LinkedIn Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

    1h 40m

  3. Jun 9

    From Hustle Mentality to Family First with Dan Schneiderman | EP 55

    In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Dan Schneiderman to talk about fatherhood while running a trial law firm, the mindset shift that took him from chasing accolades to chasing meaning, and why treating every client like your most important one is the strategy behind his biggest cases. Dan Schneiderman is the founder of Schneiderman Trial Attorneys, a San Diego-based personal injury firm specializing in catastrophic injury, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and wrongful death cases. Dan is known for his relentless commitment to the practice of law, prioritizing personal attention, deep client relationships, and quality over quantity at every stage of a case. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:00] Check-In: Low Energy, High Intentions [00:04:00] The Treadmill of Early Parenthood [00:06:00] Seven Trials in 18 Months with a Newborn [00:08:00] Coming Out of Survival Mode [00:16:00] What Brought Dan to San Diego [00:18:00] Rocket Scientists, Surgeons & Personal Injury Attorneys [00:26:00] Letting Go of the Joneses Mentality [00:29:00] Family as the Core of Everything [00:30:00] The Failed Software Startup & Lessons Learned [00:40:00] Social Media, Data Privacy & 23andMe [00:47:00] AI Anxiety & A Future Nobody's Ready For [00:51:00] The Business of Law vs. The Practice of Law [01:01:00] Technology, Evidence & Trucking Cases [01:03:00] What Goes Around Comes Around - - - - - - [01:06:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website LinkedIn Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

    1h 28m

  4. Jun 2

    You Never Know Until You Say Yes with Tim Whelan | EP 54

    In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Tim Whelan to talk about saying yes to unexpected opportunities, the evolution from compliance to advisory in his tax practice, and the work it takes to build freedom in life and business. Tim Whelan is a CPA and tax advisor at Dark Horse, bringing over a decade of experience helping small business owners proactively improve their tax and financial situations. Tom has honed his skills at both large national and mid-sized regional firms before finding the perfect fit at Dark Horse, where he focuses on going beyond compliance to deliver real strategy and advisory for his clients. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:03:00] Making Networking Feel Effortless [00:05:00] Soccer, Travel & the First Big Opportunity [00:07:00] Semester at Sea [00:13:00] Do We Have a Business or Just a Job? [00:16:00] Building a Team & Defining Excellence [00:19:30] From Compliance to Advisory: Evolving the Practice [00:28:00] Why Dark Horse & Leaving the Traditional Path [00:34:00] Big Firms vs. Small Firms [00:44:00] Relationship to Money & The Meaning of Freedom [00:51:00] Generosity, Gratitude & Paying It Forward [01:00:00] Growing Up in Boston & Moving to San Diego [01:12:00] Takeaways: Saying Yes - - - - - - [01:15:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website LinkedIn Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

    1h 31m

  5. May 26

    The Next Level Mindset with Megan Ward | EP 53

    In this week's episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Megan Ward to talk about building a referral-based business from the ground up, motherhood as the ultimate motivation to level up, and mastering the art of hiring the right people. Megan Ward is the founder of MW Financial and Insurance Solutions, with over 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. Megan is known for her strengths in financial planning, insurance, and building a thriving referral-based practice, with a deep passion for empowering business owners and pre-retirees to achieve lasting financial security. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:01:45] Check-In: Mid-week Reflections [00:08:00] The Road to Financial Services [00:09:30] Telemarketing in High School & Learning to Sell [00:11:45] Landing at New York Life & Building From Scratch [00:13:30] Surviving the Early Years of Entrepreneurship [00:15:45] The Turning Point: Becoming a Mom [00:17:15] Going All In: Leveling Up the Practice [00:27:00] Using AI in the Financial Services World [00:29:00] Hiring the Right Person: A New Approach [00:33:30] The Art & Science of Interviewing [00:52:00] Growth Goals & Vision for the Future [00:58:30] Building a Referral-Based Business & Moving Up Market [01:10:15] Takeaways & Final Thoughts - - - - - - [01:17:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website LinkedIn Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

    1h 45m

  6. May 19

    Turning Relationships Into Lasting Impact with Juergen Schmid | EP 52

    In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Juergen Schmid to talk about his journey into entrepreneurship, travel as a form of education, and the importance of meaningful connections in both business and life. Juergen Schmid is an Associate Mortgage Broker at Mortgages By Juergen / Western Capital Mortgage with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and families achieve homeownership through personalized wholesale financing solutions. Specializing in VA loans, divorce lending, first-time homebuyers, and self-employed borrowers, Juergen is passionate about education, advocacy, and relationship-driven service. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:15] Friday Check-In & Weekly Reflections [00:08:00] Growing Up in New Jersey [00:16:30] Working for the Airline Industry [00:24:00] Travel Stories and Destinations [00:30:30] Life Outside of Work [00:36:00] Career Lessons from Early Jobs [00:42:00] Modern Sales, Networking & Relationship Building [00:45:00] Getting Into the Mortgage Industry [00:53:00] Corporate Security vs Entrepreneurship [00:59:00] Finding “Your People” [01:09:45] Rejection, Sales Skills & Lessons from Domino’s [01:13:30] Convenience Culture & Human Isolation [01:14:00] Building Community Through Experiences [01:16:00] Tailgating, Family Traditions & Sports Culture [01:19:00] Concerts & Discovering New Artists - - - - - - [01:26:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website LinkedIn Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

    1h 40m

  7. May 12

    Pressure, Perspective, and Personal Growth with Camille DeCamp | EP 51

    In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Camille DeCamp to talk about conflict and communication, the psychology of pressure, and the sense of connection created through music and community. Camille DeCamp is a Senior Attorney at Clark Hill LLP with experience representing businesses, developers, and individuals in complex commercial, construction, and employment disputes. Camille is passionate about helping people navigate difficult conversations and brings a strong understanding of psychology and human behavior into her work with clients and teams. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:05:00] Check-In: Weekly Reflection [00:06:15] The Illusion of Pressure & Internal Narratives [00:12:00] Why a “Good Settlement” Means Nobody Wins [00:17:30] Justice, Morality & Defending Clients [00:22:00] Holding Companies Accountable [00:24:45] The Concert Ticket Crisis [00:29:00] The Eras Tour Experience [00:37:30] The Power of Live Music [00:42:15] Saying Yes to Experiences [00:46:00] Filling Your Bucket & Protecting Your Energy [00:58:00] Emotional Triggers & Rewriting Narratives [01:04:00] Managing Conflict & Difficult Conversations [01:16:00] Teaching Instead of Arguing in the Courtroom [01:22:00] Not Taking Things Personally [01:28:00] Creating Meaningful Experiences [01:34:00] Balancing Career, Family & Personal Fulfillment - - - - - - [01:37:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website LinkedIn Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

    1h 48m

  8. May 5

    Building Confidence as an Entrepreneur with Linda Nelte | EP 50

    In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Linda Nelte to talk about navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, building a business rooted in authenticity, and the often overlooked importance of estate planning. Linda Nelte is an estate planning attorney and founder of Nelte Law, dedicated to helping individuals and families plan for the future with clarity and confidence. With a background in boutique law firms, she brings both technical expertise and a client-centered approach, specializing in personalized estate plans and guiding clients through important decisions around family and legacy. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:00] Check-In: Weekly Wins [00:06:15] Marketing Perspective vs. Legal Mindset [00:08:15] Linda’s Early Career Path [00:09:45] Why She Chose Law [00:11:00] Stepping Into Entrepreneurship [00:14:00] “Security” in Corporate vs. Entrepreneurship [00:17:30] Breaking Out of the Corporate Box [00:19:15] Learning to Network & Building Confidence [00:20:30] The Human Side of Estate Planning [00:22:15] Building Trust Through Client Relationships [00:24:30] Why People Avoid Estate Planning [00:27:45] Overcoming Procrastination & Following Up [00:37:15] The Consequences of Not Having an Estate Plan [00:40:15] Life Outside Work [00:49:00] Theater, Live Performance & Personal Interests - - - - - - [01:05:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website LinkedIn Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

    1h 21m
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About

Our journey started with a crazy idea as a newly married couple: Let's sell everything we own that doesn't fit into our two cars, move across the country during the middle of a global pandemic to a city where we don't know anyone and use our life savings to purchase a business where the business is knowing people... If being in the community building business has taught us anything, it's that the relationships and connections we make along the way aren't just a byproduct of success, they are the success. Sixcess Stories, hosted by Kristina Gent and Eric Ozarowski, is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. At SIX° Connections, we believe that conscious, caring leaders are a catalyst for connecting humanity. If success is traditionally defined as the attainment of fame, wealth, or social status, then "sixcess" is something entirely different — it's measured by the depth and quality of relationships in our lives that make everything else possible. Wherever you are on your own journey with success, we hope these conversations challenge how you think about the importance of developing meaningful relationships and inspire you to connect more intentionally. Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away. Sixcess Stories is produced by SIX° Connections, a purpose and values-driven business community dedicated to fostering deep, meaningful relationships among passionate professionals.

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  • Creator
    SIX° Connections
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 SIX° Connections
  • Show Website
    Sixcess Stories