In this episode of The What It Takes Podcast, we’re joined by Eli Freedman, a former 9-5 professional who took a leap of faith and made aliyah to Israel, embarking on an entrepreneurial journey that would change his life. Eli’s story is one of emunah (faith), bitachon (trust in Hashem), and resilience.Eli built a successful wine storage facility and concierge business for high-net-worth clients, investing $500K in a dream project. But when the October 7 war broke out in Gaza, his business faced unexpected challenges. In this episode, Eli opens up about his journey of balancing business, faith, and overcoming adversity. He shares how to navigate life’s tests, the importance of maintaining faith through tough times, and what it really takes to pivot and keep moving forward when things don’t go according to plan.This episode is for anyone facing obstacles or questioning their path—Eli’s story of perseverance, trust in Hashem, and entrepreneurship will inspire you to push through and keep the faith, no matter what.To reach Eli and learn more about his services, check out https://www.corkandcellar.net/club

In this episode of The What It Takes Podcast, we’re joined by Laibel Schwartz, the CEO of Laibel, a top-tier video production company that’s making waves in the corporate world. Laibel’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—he started by filming Bar Mitzvahs and now creates high-end corporate headshots and $25K corporate videos for some of the biggest brands.Laibel shares how he evolved his business, built a reputation for excellence, and took his passion for video production to the next level. From navigating challenges in the video industry to scaling his company, Laibel gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to grow a successful video production company in today’s competitive market.Tune in for a deep dive into how Laibel transformed his business and stayed ahead of the curve.Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible.For great, reasonable, and fast turnaround videos, check out https://everyoneneedsavideo.com/Also, thank you to Blackbirdrecruiting.com for sponsoring this episode.Reach out to them if you are looking to hire better employees.

In this episode of The What It Takes Podcast, we’re joined by Uri Kirschner, a seasoned real estate lawyer with over 30 years of experience, who’s also found a way to balance his legal career with something truly impactful: starting the 100 Ride, a charity cycling event raising money for Kupas Ezra and Tomchei Shabbos.Uri shares how he’s been able to juggle his busy law practice while creating an event that’s bringing together a community of cyclists to support an incredible cause. From overcoming challenges in the legal world to tackling the obstacles of running a charity, Uri offers invaluable insights into leadership, time management, and what it really takes to combine professional success with giving back.Whether you're in the legal field, running a business, or just looking for inspiration on how to merge passion and purpose, this episode has something for you. Tune in for lessons, laughs, and a peek into how Uri turned a love for cycling into a charitable movement that’s making a real difference!And if you want to join this incredible movement, sign up now at https://www.the100ride.com/mt-register