In this episode, Dan & Joe discuss how companies win with Digital Transformation.What Does Digital Transformation Mean To You?How Do Companies Digitally Tranform?"Better Together" - Candid Thoughts on IT LeadershipWhy Do We Love Digital Transformation?Why We Work TogetherHow do we help you win at IT?"IT doesn't work unless you have the right people in place."

In this episode, I interviewed Lori Highby, Founder & CEO of Keystone Click and producer of the Social Capitol Podcast. We had a wonderful conversation about passion, creativity, the shifting marketing landscape, our shared love of hockey, music, public speaking, and more!What is the Passion, Creativity, and Challenges that drive Keystone?Challenges in Marketing, the shifting DYI Marketing revolutionThe Strategic Marketing DifferentiatorBalancing Creativity & DataLori's Social Capitol Podcast - Sharing Information, Educating, Sharing ExpertiseHistory of Hockey, energy, and thoughtJoseph Cocking Memorial Golf Outing - raising funds for hockey developmentWhat role does music play in the life of Lori & Keystone?Voice, image, and social anxiety - how to do it?Mindset and paradigm shifts, mastermind groups, working on yourself - finding the right leadership

In this episode, I interviewed Mervyn Byrd, visionary Vistage Chair, leadership coach, and founder of PractX consulting. We discussed Mervyn's path to Vistage, the power of the Vistage processing model, and finding purpose as a CEO and leader.Building Leadership: Developing a Waukesha County Business AllianceThe Joys of Making Mistakes and Doing What You LovePlanting the Seeds of a CEO Roundtable and Advisory GroupThe Power of Taking a Look and Having the ConversationFeeling the Impact of the Vistage Group & ProcessFinalizing the decision to grow - the power of the Vistage processFeeling His PurposeDan's Testimony - How It's Helped Me2019 and then...CovidHow Vistage has helped purpose, what is the process? It's different for everyone. Purpose = heartBuilding the right team, finding the right people, creating the right circleWhat is the process for joining Vistage?Connecting to the synergy and power - tapping into Vistage

Leighann Lovely, Account Manager from Site Staffing and producer of the HRAbles Podcast was my guest for this episode. We had a great conversation about the shifting landscape of manufacturing, impact of Covid-19 on the manufacturing industry, how Site Staffing has responded, the evolution of manufacturing technology & automation, and skills needed to succeed within manufacturing. We also touched on the topic of mental health and had a fun G.I.G. chat!Site Staffing: Overview & HistoryHow has the manufacturing landscape changed since Covid-19?Talent pool shortages & shifting employment marketsAutomation & computer skills needed in manufacturingHave we automated ourselves out of soft skills?A world of opportunity to grow in technologyThe evolution of manufacturing technologyMental health & work-life balance in today's manufacturing worldHow has SITE Staffing responded to Covid?HRAbles podcast highlightsListen to the HRAbles podcast

In this episode, I interviewed Bart Barcewicz, owner of B-Suite Cybersecurity. We talked about our shared IT history, how Bart made the transition from MSP to Cybersecurity pro, the layers of the cybersecurity "onion", and the B-Suite philosophy and approach to cybersecurity.Peeling the Layers of the Cybersecurity OnionSolutions for Better Cyber SecurityCovering Your Assets: Monitoring Your SecurityCybersecurity LanguageMoving Your Business Securely to the CloudCapex vs Opex IT ExpensesBetter Together: The Cybersecurity & MSP BalanceBart's Transition: From the MSP to Cybersecurity WorldWorking From Home During the Covid-19 Pandemic

In this episode, I interview Sheldon Thompson, sales pro with Carr Lane Manufacturing. We discuss Sheldon’s transition to a new career during the Covid-19 pandemic, how he learned the skills required to become a sales professional, technology challenges while working from home, good sales process, connecting with customers, healthy habits, workouts & diet, how coaching helps with sales, and more! In the G.I.G segment, we learned about Sheldon’s situational musical tastes & variety from Lil Wayne to Willie Nelson.Sheldon's Career Transition, Personality, People ConnectionsThe Right Attitude and Connecting With PositivityHow To Learn Sales Skills, The Art of Helping PeopleSales Technologies: CRMs and ERPsIn-Person vs. Zoom - Connecting With CustomersThe Challenges of Work-From-Home TechnologyWhat Does a Good Sales Process Look Like?Healthy Habits, Workouts, and DietHow Coaching Helps with SalesGet In the Groove! Music Talk

In this episode, I interview Gina Van Opens, President of Integral Recruiting Services. We discussed the beginnings of her company, our shared history, how staffing, recruiting, and technology has evolved, remote & virtual workforces, the mindset of finding rock stars, how music & technology has the power to change lives, and the influence music has had on Gina’s own life.History of Integral Recruiting ServicesRemote Work In Today's EnvironmentIntegral Recruiting Services - Main Focus AreasTechnology and The Rockstar MindsetThe Recruiting Industry - Startups, Entrepreneurs, and Completing the PerformanceHow Does Music Relate To Tech?Integrating Music Into Daily Life

Ep 3 - Joe Dix: Mastering the IT Service Model (Candid Solutions)Rapidly scale your business & offer new lines of business to your small business or MSPMarket Revenue & Growth Challenges for MSP and B2B companiesBusiness challenges for technology growthHiring the right experts to solve your technology problems and save timeA business model that solves complex technology & cybersecurity problems, creates options, and saves timeHow Covid has changed the technology landscapeAdditionally, Joe and I covered music, soccer, healthy living at 50, living a balanced life, mental health awareness, and "lifting the haze" of being overwhelmed as a business owner, creating clarity and focus for your business, healthy habits & lifestyle for business owners, a few workout recommendations, maintaining a positive mindset and more.

In this episode, I interview Jake Dehne, owner & managing partner of 2 of Milwaukee's hottest entertainment and nightlife venues, RWB Milwaukee (rwbmke.com), Nicole's Third Ward Social (nicolesthirdwardsocial.com), and AirBNB proprietor. This was a fun conversation! We dove into Jake's business background & history, his career path in the service industry, and how he got started playing division 1 soccer for Cornell University.Career JourneyPath to the Nightclub IndustryRWB MilwaukeeAirBNB & Real EstateNicole's Third Ward SocialMarketing, Live Music & ArtEntrepreneurism & Developing ConceptsSnooki & Jersey Shore

In this episode, I interview CT Kaupp. We talk about his web design & marketing business, discuss his background and history, and talk about his father's legacy and impact on his business.Making His NameNicknamesHistory Behind CT's BusinessBusiness In Boardshorts PodcastTools of the Web Design TradeSEO Optimization, Website BuildingGet In the Groove!