One bad review can cost you real money.

In this episode of Dads, Deals & Dumbbells, Joe and Dr. Quill sit down with entrepreneur Julia Hensel, owner of Lexigate and RepSpert, to talk about how negative reviews, fake reviews, and social media attacks can damage a business faster than most owners realize.

They break down what business owners should actually do when a bad review shows up, the biggest mistakes people make when they panic online, and how to protect your reputation without making the situation worse.

Julia also shares her perspective on entrepreneurship through acquisition, founder stress, and the emotional toll that public criticism can take when you’re trying to build something meaningful.

In this episode, we cover:
-How bad Google reviews impact trust, leads, and revenue
-The difference between fair criticism and fake or removable reviews
-Why emotional responses usually backfire
-How social media pile-ons can escalate fast
-What every entrepreneur should document before a situation gets worse
-Why protecting your reputation is really protecting your business

Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, dad building something from the ground up, or just someone trying to survive the internet without losing your mind, this episode is packed with practical advice and real talk.

About the show:
Dads, Deals & Dumbbells is where dad life meets business hustle and barbells. Hosted by Joe and Dr. Mitchell Quill, the show covers fatherhood, entrepreneurship, health, fitness, and mindset with a sharp, funny, no-BS approach.

Connect with us:
Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another entrepreneur who needs to hear it.

email: dadsdealsanddumbbells@gmail.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadsdealsanddumbbells/

Want to get some help from Julia? Here's how you can reach her:
Finally, here are the contact details for us:

• Lexigate
o https://lexigate.com/
o Insta: https://www.instagram.com/lexigate_com/
o LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lexigate
o Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lexigateagency/

• RepSpert
o https://www.repspert.com/
o Insta: https://www.instagram.com/repspert/
o LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/repspert/
o Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/repspert/

• Personal
o linkedin.com/in/juliawittrockhensel

#DadsDealsDumbbells #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #ReputationManagement #GoogleReviews #BusinessGrowth #FounderMindset #DadLife #Podcast #SocialMediaCrisis

Dads, Deals and Dumbbells: The Podcast

What happens when two entrepreneurial dads trade dumbbells for brooms and try one of the strangest-looking Olympic sports on earth?

In this episode, Joe and Dr. Quill head to Windy City Curling to learn the basics of curling with Tom Arra — software product builder, triathlete, curling coach, and proud dog dad. What starts as a fun new experience turns into a real lesson in discipline, mindset, fitness, and why curling is way harder than it looks on TV.

We get into:
🥌 Tom’s background in big companies vs. startups
💼 The difference between structure and chaos in business
🧠 His personal motto: “Just show up”
🏃 Triathlon training, brick workouts, and choosing suffering on purpose
🐶 Dog dad life, snacks, and the legendary Roomba incident
🧹 Why sweeping is basically aggressive mopping with consequences
😂 Our final verdict on whether curling is a “real sport”

Big thanks to Tom Arra and the team at Windy City Curling for showing us the ropes and letting us embarrass ourselves on the ice.

📍 Windy City Curling
146 Roosevelt Rd.
Villa Park, IL 60181

📞 Phone
Event Booking / Learn to Curl / Corporate Outings: (630) 426-9150
Club Membership & Leagues: (630) 791-0138

🌐 Website
windycitycurling.com

📱 Follow Windy City Curling
Instagram: @windycitycurling
Facebook: Windy City Curling / @WindyCityCurling
X: @WindyCity_CC

If you enjoyed the episode, laughed at us, or learned something new, make sure to like, subscribe, and share with another dad who’s juggling family, business, and staying in shape.

Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575481144492
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email: dadsdealsanddumbbells@gmail.com

#DadsDealsDumbbells #Curling #WindyCityCurling #DadLife #EntrepreneurDad #Fitness #Podcast

Dads, Deals & Dumbbells | Getting Stretched LIVE at StretchZone (w/ Michael Graczyk)

What happens when two dads who lift… realize they probably should’ve been stretching this whole time?

In this episode, we record LIVE at StretchZone Naperville while getting professionally stretched (yes, during the podcast 😅). We’re joined by Michael Graczyk—registered nurse, real estate investor, entrepreneur, and multi-location StretchZone owner—who walks us through why mobility might be the most overlooked piece of your health.

Spoiler: our hamstrings were not prepared.

💪 What We Cover:

Recording a podcast while being stretched in real time

The difference between working out vs. actually moving well

Michael’s journey from healthcare → real estate → fitness business owner

What it’s like stepping into the role of a dad (and stepdad)

Why mobility declines after 30 (and what to do about it)

The truth about tight hips, bad posture, and desk life

Whether stretching is recovery… or low-key torture

🧠 Key Takeaways:

Mobility is the missing link for most guys lifting weights

Strength without flexibility = future injury waiting to happen

If you sit all day, stretching isn’t optional—it’s maintenance

Assisted stretching can unlock ranges of motion you can’t reach alone

Building a business starts with exploring opportunities and taking calculated risks

Dad wisdom: listen more than you lecture

🔥 Recurring Bits:

Dad Hack of the Week – from Michael

Quill’s Corner – Why your hips and hamstrings are probably the problem

Live reactions from two guys realizing how tight they actually are

🏋️ About the Guest:

Michael Graczyk

Registered Nurse

Real Estate Investor

Owner of multiple StretchZone locations (Naperville, Western Springs, Willowbrook)

Dad, athlete, and mobility advocate

📍 Shoutout:

Huge thanks to StretchZone Naperville for hosting us and putting our bodies (and egos) to the test. Check them out here: https://www.stretchzone.com/locations/naperville-il
https://www.facebook.com/StretchZoneNaperville

👊 About the Show:

Dads, Deals & Dumbbells is where fatherhood meets entrepreneurship and fitness.
We’re two dads—a chiropractor and a lawyer—talking real life: raising kids, building businesses, and staying strong mentally and physically.

🔔 Don’t Forget:

If you enjoyed the episode:

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📤 Share with a dad who needs to stretch more

📩 Get Involved:

Got a dad hack, wild story, or question? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it on the show.

Now go lift something heavy… tuck your kids in… and maybe get stretched.