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Thanks to our Partners: NAPA TRACS, Today's Class, KUKUI, and Pit Crew Loyalty Watch Full Video Episode How does a shop owner find, develop, and trust the right person to become their number two? Shawn Gilfillan, owner and CEO of Automotive Magic, and Will Barkiewicz, General Manager and Integrator, share the evolution of a leadership partnership that started when Will applied for a technician position. Shawn quickly recognized something beyond Will's technical abilities. Their values around family, trust, service, and taking care of people aligned. Will eventually moved from running the maintenance center to becoming General Manager over both locations and the Integrator Shawn had been looking for. Their story demonstrates that developing a number two isn't about finding another version of the owner. It's about finding someone with complementary strengths, then building the trust that allows both leaders to grow into their roles. What You'll Learn Why core values can matter more than someone's original job title.How the Visionary-Integrator relationship works within EOS.Why owners shouldn't look for "another me."How responsibility and trust are earned over time.Why a strong General Manager needs the freedom to push back on the owner.How DISC profiles can improve communication and self-awareness.Why standardized protocols create consistency as leadership responsibilities expand.How a "Reboot" mindset turns mistakes into opportunities to improve the business. Finding your number two isn't about finding another you. It's about finding the person who complements you. For Shawn, that meant learning to hand over responsibility and allowing Will to "dance his own dance." For Will, it meant earning trust through communication, accountability, and a willingness to take ownership when things didn't go perfectly. The transformation happens on both sides. The General Manager learns to lead, execute, and protect the vision. The owner learns to let go, become the guide, and gradually move responsibilities off their plate. You don't hand someone the keys to the business overnight. You give them responsibility, build trust, and develop the leadership partnership one step at a time. Shawn Gilfillan, and Will Barkiewicz, Automotive Magic, Kenvil and Lake Hopatcong, NJ. Shawn's previous episodes HERE NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training, six days a week of support, and local representation. http://napatracs.com/ Optimize training with Today's Class: In just 5 minutes daily, boost knowledge retention and improve team performance. https://www.todaysclass.com/ Stop juggling multiple marketing tools. KUKUI's integrated platform delivers 4x better website conversions, automated follow-up, and real-time ROI tracking. https://www.kukui.com/ You're probably tired of chasing new customers who never return. Pit Crew Loyalty ends the one-and-done cycle, turning first visits into lasting, reliable revenue at https://www.pitcrewloyalty.com/ Connect with the Podcast: Download and Listen on Our Mobile App: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/app/Visit the Website:https://remarkableresults.biz/Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/carmcapriottoFollow on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsRadioPodcast/Follow on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmcapriotto/Follow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/remarkableresultsradiopodcast/Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club:https://remarkableresults.biz/toastmastersJoin Our Private Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1734687266778976Join our Insider List:https://remarkableresults.biz/insiderAll books mentioned on our podcasts:https://remarkableresults.biz/booksOur Classroom page for personal or team learning:https://remarkableresults.biz/classroomBuy Me a Coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carmSpecial episode collections:https://remarkableresults.biz/collections The Automotive Repair Podcast Network: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/ Remarkable Results Radio Podcastwith Carm Capriotto:https://remarkableresults.biz/

Join John Crossman and special guest Jason Quint, a professional EOS implementer with EOS Worldwide, for an insightful "Crossman Conversation" on transforming business frustrations into repeatable success. John shares his personal journey of embracing structure, moving from a 'creative big thinker' to a leader who leverages systems effectively. Jason demystifies the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) approach, explaining how it helps align teams, achieve goals consistently, and break through entrepreneurial 'ceilings.' Discover the crucial dynamic between a Visionary and an Integrator, the power of clear accountability, and how to identify and resolve the five most common business frustrations at their root. This episode offers practical takeaways for any business owner feeling overwhelmed, providing a roadmap to scale, empower teams, and navigate the emotional challenges of leadership with a proven system.

Financial wellbeing is one of the single biggest causes of stress for Kiwis. And money is a very emotional thing.Having forged a career as a tax specialist, business owner and Chartered Accountant, Jono Bredin is the proud CEO of Enable.Me - a business whose core purpose is to change the financial lives of hardworking New Zealanders.Enable Me has been around for the last 14-15 years and is the brainchild of Hannah McQueen, an amazing human who revolutionised the way Kiwis think about their finances. Jono shares how Hannah is a Visionary, with all the incredible ideas at rapid pace. He stepped in to run alongside her & help her with some of the heavy lifting, so that she could focus on what she is best at.That's what really brought EOS to the front of his mind as a tool that could take Enable Me to that next level - being able to harness the absolute best of Hannah in an organised way. He shares how they started implementing with 15 people on their leadership team, and through EOS introducing more rigor and accountability to these roles, they now have a leadership team of 6.Not only is Jono the CEO & Integrator, he is also a customer of Enable.Me."What sticks with me, as I went through my journey, was that I thought I was good with money. I was an accountant. But when you actually turn up the dial, what are you frittering away each week? And how could we be using that to get you ahead faster?For people who've got family, how do we help them achieve the goals that they've got for their children and for the next generation?We are ultimately trying to build out a personal or a family's cash surplus, that's the first stage of the journey. Then it's how do we put that surplus to work? How can it be multiplied by doing things in a certain way?"Every person in New Zealand can use financial literacy and financial accountability to get ahead faster. Even those people who think they are good with money, Jono included, can benefit from a layer of accountability that Enable Me provides.In his spare time, Jono is a National Rugby Referee, having also officiated Netball to the highest international level. Jono's biggest challenge is being the proud Dad of three kids 5 years old and under!

EOS visionary vs integrator: why the biggest thinker in the room can accidentally stall your team.Jim Robinson and Lori Prust break down the Visionary/Integrator dynamic inside the Entrepreneurial Operating System, and how visionary leaders unintentionally create overwhelm instead of momentum.In this episode:✅Why a visionary's biggest strength can become a bottleneck for the team✅How Jim shifted from blasting big ideas to "planting seeds"✅Why the integrator role is the most critical piece of a visionary's execution✅Using the Five Whys to get to the real root of a conflict or decision✅Overcoming imposter syndrome as a leader⏱️ CHAPTERS:0:00 – Introduction 1:05 – What is EOS, and how a visionary can stall the team 1:42 – The "splatter gun" effect: how visionary strengths overwhelm a team 3:22 – How Jim's leadership approach has changed over 25 years 8:16 – Why the integrator is the most critical role in execution 11:13 – Building buy-in before the big meeting ever happens 13:35 – The real cost of moving too fast with too many ideas 15:35 – Context switching and why it exhausts a structure-driven team 21:56 – Imposter syndrome and staying current in a fast-changing market 23:01 – Time orientation, "date stamping," and decision-making styles 24:20 – Jim's 41-year journey and his vision for what's next 33:38 – The Five Whys and defusing team conflict through triangulation 36:38 – Final thoughts: know your lane, and accelerate what you do bestABOUT VISIONARY LEADERLeadership insights for executives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who want to lead with real influence. Not just authority. Jim Robinson is an executive coach, leadership speaker, and author of Leading with Empathy. Every week, Jim & Lori Prust share practical frameworks and honest conversations on visionary leadership, emotional intelligence, building high-performance teams, and the psychology of leadership.Work with Jim: https://www.visionaryleader.com/ Leading with Empathy (book): https://a.co/d/0bD1SpOP Connect with Jim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-robinson-18211918/ Connect with Lori on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-prust-309898195/#leadership #executivecoaching #EOSvisionaryvsintegrator #leadershipdevelopment #visionary

In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor is joined by an experienced EOS Implementer®, Mirko Roettgers to explore how to go from losing money to 20%+ Profit with EOS®. The conversation begins with Mirko's journey from digital transformation in Queensland's tourism industry to entrepreneurship, where he discovered EOS® while working with a Martech startup. At the time, the business was struggling with negative profits. After implementing EOS, it transformed into a company generating more than 20% profit margins.A major part of that turnaround came from focusing on the right things. The leadership team introduced a disciplined Scorecard®, identified the numbers that genuinely drove performance, & made sure the right people were in the right seats. Debra & Mirko also discuss the Accountability Chart®, why it can be confronting, & how it helps leadership teams clarify ownership, uncover gaps & resolve confusion around accountability.They also explore the value of leading indicators, the challenge of being an Integrator pulled into constant firefighting, & why sustainable growth requires a strong leadership team underneath the Integrator role.The conversation then turns to the opportunities ahead for Queensland, including the 2032 Olympic Games & major infrastructure investment. Rather than simply hoping for growth, Debra & Mirko discuss why businesses need to build the structure, people & systems now so they are ready when those opportunities arrive.Drawing on the discipline of ultra-marathon running, this episode is a powerful reminder that business growth rarely comes from one dramatic effort. It comes from consistent execution, clear priorities, disciplined habits & the willingness to keep moving when things get difficult.A valuable listen for business owners who feel stuck, want to improve profitability, or need to prepare their organisation for the next stage of growth.CONNECT WITH DEBRA:    ___________________________________________         ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer® | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.com.au ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/ ►Claim Your Free E-Book: https://www.businessaction.co.nz/free-e-book/ ___________________________________________       GUEST'S DETAILS: ► Mirko Roettgers – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirkoroettgers/ ► Website – Mirko Roettgers – https://www.mirkoroettgers.com.au/ Ep 285 Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 00:30 – Mirko's Professional Journey 05:36 – The Power of EOS Tools 09:54 – Developing Effective Scorecards 14:23 – Challenges of the Integrator Role 18:58 – Transitioning to EOS Implementation 22:50 – Economic Outlook and Scaling 27:07 – Clarity and Business Discipline

Prof. dr. Jeanette Mahoney je profesorica nevrologije in vodja oddelka za kognitivno in motorično staranje na medicinski šoli Stony Brook v New Yorku. Odpeljala nas bo v svet multisenzorne integracije. Kako možgani združujejo informacije iz različnih čutil in kako to vpliva na našo motoriko? Kaj se zgodi, ko začne z leti ta sposobnost upadati in s čim vse je povezana? Priporočamo v posluh! Pripravlja Mojca Delač.

In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor is joined by Certified EOS Implementer® Jeff Starin to share the remarkable story of how he grew his business by 484% after implementing EOS® & transforming the way he led his company. Jeff's entrepreneurial journey is anything but ordinary. After leaving college to become a professional pool player, he started an auto parts business with the simple goal of earning enough money to one day open a pool hall. Over the years, he built the company into a successful business, but after reaching around $5 million in revenue, growth completely stalled. For four consecutive years, sales remained virtually unchanged, leaving Jeff searching for a better way forward. Everything changed when Jeff discovered the Entrepreneurial Operating System®. Like many business owners, he initially chose to self-implement after reading Traction. While the tools helped, he quickly realised that trying to facilitate the process himself limited the results. Bringing in an experienced EOS® Implementer became the turning point, giving his leadership team the accountability, structure & objective guidance they needed to gain real Traction®. One of the biggest breakthroughs came through redesigning The Accountability Chart® & clearly defining the Visionary & Integrator roles. Jeff explains how understanding his natural strengths as a Visionary & finding the right Integrator to drive execution allowed him to stop being the bottleneck in the business. By learning to delegate effectively & empowering others to lead, the company experienced dramatic improvements in both performance & culture. Debra & Jeff also discuss the power of EOS® tools such as Level 10 Meeting® & IDS®. Jeff shares why helping leadership teams identify the real issue, instead of treating symptoms, transforms the quality of conversations, accelerates decision-making & creates a stronger culture of accountability. They also explore why difficult conversations become much easier when leadership teams have clear data, defined expectations & a proven framework for solving problems. Throughout the episode, Jeff shares practical leadership lessons that extend beyond EOS®, including why businesses move at the speed of their decisions, the importance of understanding what customers are truly paying for, & why happiness often lies on the other side of the difficult conversations leaders avoid. This episode is essential listening for entrepreneurs who want to grow their business, overcome the plateau many companies experience, & discover how EOS® can help build a stronger leadership team, create greater accountability & unlock sustainable long-term growth. CONNECT WITH DEBRA:    ___________________________________________         ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer® | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.com.au ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/ ►Claim Your Free E-Book: https://www.businessaction.co.nz/free-e-book/ ___________________________________________       GUEST'S DETAILS: ► Jeff Starin – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffstarineosimplementer ► Website – Entrepreneurs Organization - Los Angeles Valley: https://eolavalley.com Ep 282 Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 00:57 – Building a Business by Accident02:02 – Discovering EOS and Achieving 484% Growth06:03 – Visionary vs Integrator: Finding the Missing Piece08:02 – The Difference Between Visionaries and Integrators22:20 – Helping Businesses Grow Is the Greatest Reward44:34 – Jeff's Top Three Business Lessons

This is it — the last episode of the Thrivecast, recorded live in front of a room full of Thriveal members at the Summit. And there was only one person I wanted sitting across from me for this one: Julie Shipp.  Julie came on as my administrative assistant 15 years ago. I asked her to be my partner not long after — a decision that, looking back, I probably wasn't remotely qualified to make and she definitely wasn't "qualified" for on paper. It ended up being the best call of my career. In this episode, we go deep. Julie walks through what it was actually like stepping into ownership with zero interest in ever being a partner at a CPA firm. We talk about the two years we spent fighting before we found Rocket Fuel and finally understood why we clashed — Visionary meets Integrator. She breaks down the "back of the house" role she's always preferred over the stage, why her gift for reading people and rooms became one of our sharpest tools in coaching, and the loyalty-to-a-fault pattern she's had to learn to manage as a leader.  We get into the early days too — the dinner where she thought I was firing her, the first fight we had as new partners where she had to teach me how to argue fair, and the agreement we made early on that neither of us would ever pull ownership rank on the other, no matter what the percentages said on paper. That one decision, it turns out, shaped almost everything that came after it. Julie talks candidly about the seasons where we hit critical mass — where personal crises and business pressure collided at the same time — and what it took to claw our way back to alignment when we could barely communicate.  We also get into the real stuff: the boundaries she had to teach me, the moment ownership almost broke us, what it means to stay loyal to a person while still doing right by the business, and what she says I still don't fully understand about her commitment after 15 years of working side by side. A few members from the live audience jump in too, asking about gut instinct, ownership alignment, and whether an integrator can really thrive without a seat at the table.  If you've ever wondered what it actually takes to build a real partnership — not just a legal one — this conversation is the closest thing to a blueprint we've got.

Sean Hopwood, Founder and CEO of Day Translations, joins SlatorPod to talk about building a global language solutions integrator (LSI) over the past 20 years, adapting to AI, and why a passion for languages continues to shape the LSI's strategy.Sean reflects on how his entrepreneurial mindset and fascination with languages led him to launch Day Translations, which has grown from handling small community projects into serving enterprise, legal, medical, and government clients while remaining bootstrapped.He explains why human expertise remains central as the LSI adopts AI across its workflows, develops its own large language model for enterprise and government procurement, and plans to commercialize these capabilities while continuing to invest in technology.He discusses the DayInterpreting app, which integrates with Zoom and Microsoft Teams, supports rapid interpreter connections, and is already prepared for AI interpreting when customers require it.He argues that constant learning, business growth, and technological adaptation are essential for long-term success, while also stressing that translation plays a vital role in preserving cultures and protecting linguistic diversity.He concludes by outlining plans to expand the interpreting platform, strengthen the LSI's B2B focus, secure additional compliance certifications, and continue combining human expertise with AI-powered language solutions.

How do you operate a business when things start to get tough? In this episode, Matt Snow, co-founder of Boredwalk.com, shares two hard-earned lessons from running a fast-growing eCommerce business with his wife. If you've struggled to delegate, scale operations, or find an integrator who can truly own the day-to-day, listen in to hear what worked, what didn't, and why relying on "good vibes" alone can be a costly mistake. Matt also opens up about the six-year journey to finally hiring the right operations leader after multiple failed attempts (including the exact hiring framework that changed everything) and the challenges his business faced after major Meta platform changes disrupted performance during an otherwise explosive growth period. You'll hear what happened behind the scenes, how attribution changes affected eCommerce brands, why advertisers became frustrated with Meta's lack of transparency, and how Matt is responding. Don't miss this candid look at the emotional side of entrepreneurship, including the stress, uncertainty, and loss of control that many founders experience but rarely discuss openly. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/5n8yeuz6  Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners? Learn more here.  

Ken Paskins' new book, “The Integrator Edge”, achieved the rare goal of reaching #1 in THREE different categories shortly before July 4th. GCE Strategic Consulting City: Cumming Address: 4010 Cameron Court Website: https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/ Phone: +1-678-626-7416 Email: info@GCEStrategicConsulting.com

Most founders hit the same wall: they're brilliant at the vision but drowning in the details — and the business stops growing because of it. In this episode, Jim Robinson breaks down the Visionary/Integrator dynamic from EOS and Rocket Fuel, and shares what 41 years in business (and thousands of employees) taught him about which hats to take off first. Jim explains how he discovered his own integrator early, why he made her a partner so she'd never leave, the 80% rule for delegating, and the "plant seeds on Monday, harvest on Friday" method for getting big ideas implemented without overwhelming your team. If you're a founder, entrepreneur, or leader wearing too many hats, this one's for you.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:22 – Welcome to Visionary Leader00:43 – What is EOS — and why you can't wear every hat01:33 – How Jim found his integrator (and made her a partner)03:00 – Visionary vs. Integrator: the two roles explained04:29 – Painting the Mona Lisa: storyteller vs. rule-maker06:57 – Why visionaries feel pressure to do it all10:33 – "It's not confusion — it's a creative mind at work"13:05 – Your first hire when you're wearing every hat15:19 – The hardest part: letting go (and the 80% rule)17:49 – Handling mistakes & building a culture of ownership21:09 – Positional health vs. personal health22:44 – Plant seeds on Monday, harvest on Friday25:52 – Too many rules: a pilot's lesson on structure27:30 – Closing: define your positions and learn to trust

Nothing in industrial technology news annoys me more than the hype around artificial intelligence—AI. I recorded this podcast on the eve of the Automate trade show and conference in June 2026.   Looking to for realistic use of Industrial AI, I'm bringing in an interview with a practitioner. Bryan DeBois is Director of Industrial AI at RoviSys, one of the largest independent system integrators. He has 20 years in MES, historians, and plant floor software. He leads teams that operationalize AI and data infrastructure in live plants, working with the C suite and ops to turn goals into running systems.   We look at definitions of AI. Then turn to the technology development from when RoviSys developed its AI practice in 2019 pre-LLMs. RoviSys took autonomous AI beyond predictive applications. Hiring deep manufacturing expertise, they can use AI to assist the human in the loop to make constrained decisions. DeBois discusses real-world applications. He then leads us through the beginning of a project.

Automation as Core Strategy: Aarin Bailey on RPA, AI, and Scaling MSP OperationsOn the Evolved Radio podcast, Todd interviews Aarin Bailey, COO at Webit Services and former COO at MSP Bots, about treating automation as a core MSP operating strategy. Aarin describes how his automation focus accelerated around COVID by chaining PowerShell scripts, later expanding into Python, GUIs, and modular systems connected via RESTful APIs, with much of the computation running outside the RMM on servers (including SQL and Python) while the RMM remains mainly a monitoring and job-push layer. They discuss whether RMM is a “zombie product,” the ongoing role of PSA/ticketing as a system of record, and managing complexity through separate modules and staff literacy in Python/RPA. Aarin explains build-vs-buy decisions driven by ROI and fit, cites automated triage/dispatch with ~98% accuracy and shifting token costs, argues AI should augment rather than replace humans, and emphasizes documentation, playbooks, and focusing on operational “bad” anomalies. They also cover client tolerance for AI, limiting client-facing AI after hallucinated ticket notes, skepticism about voice AI, and concerns about AI economics and subsidies.This episode is brought to you by Opsleader Pro. A place for MSP owners and managers to get the systems and tools they need to build a stable and growing MSP. Part group coaching, part peer group, everything you need to run a successful MSP. (00:00) - Automation First Mindset (01:10) - Aaron Origin Story (05:04) - From Scripts to Platforms (05:41) - Beyond the RMM Beehive (08:35) - Is RMM a Zombie (12:14) - Managing Complexity Safely (14:33) - Build vs Buy ROI (19:39) - Token Costs and Pair Coding (23:49) - AI Security Reality Check (27:34) - Scaling with Playbooks (30:12) - Hunt the Bad Stuff (30:59) - Blueprints Before Automation (32:46) - Ticket Volume and Vision (33:32) - Saying No as Integrator (35:44) - Healthy Disagreement Dynamics (37:08) - Client Facing vs Backend AI (40:05) - AI Hallucinations and Guardrails (43:05) - Voice AI and Live Answer (46:06) - Costs and Subsidized AI Era (49:26) - Outcome First and RPA Focus (51:36) - Wrap Up and Thanks

In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor & Adam Harris explore why Visionaries can become bottlenecks, and what leaders can do to break free from the behaviours that hold their businesses back. Drawing on their experience as EOS® Implementers, Debra & Adam unpack the powerful relationship between Visionary & Integrator leadership styles, including why clarity, trust, self-awareness & healthy conflict are essential for long-term business growth. They discuss one of the most common challenges entrepreneurs face: letting go. Many Visionaries know they need to step back from day-to-day operations, but fear, control, past experiences or a love of chaos can keep them involved in areas where they no longer add the most value. The conversation explores why Visionaries need a strong sounding board, how the “golden penny” problem pulls leaders away from priorities, and why a clear vision is very different from simply having lots of ideas. Listeners will also gain practical insights into strengthening Visionary & Integrator partnerships, improving leadership alignment, and creating a business that can grow without being dependent on one person. CONNECT WITH DEBRA:    ___________________________________________         ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.com.au ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/ ___________________________________________       GUEST'S DETAILS: ► Adam Harris – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adam-harris-eos/ ► Website – EOS Worldwide: https://www.eosworldwide.com/adam-harris Episode 276 Chapters:   00:00 – Introduction 00:34 – Understanding the Visionary and Integrator Roles 05:30 – Defining the Visionary and Integrator Roles 11:18 – Challenges of Being a Visionary 27:15 – Balancing Visionary and Integrator Roles 30:07 – Identifying Great Ideas vs Distractions 41:40 – Overcoming Common Pitfalls 41:58 – Building a Strong Visionary–Integrator Relationship 51:24 – Addressing Relationship Issues 53:55 – Tools and Resources for Visionaries

What if you're not burned out or unproductive—what if you're simply working against your natural instincts? In this episode of the Leaders of Transformation, Nicole Jansen sits down with Amy Bruske, President and Integrator of Kolbe Corp, to explore the powerful principles behind her new bestselling book, Do More, More Naturally, co-authored with David Kolbe. Amy explains why success isn't about forcing yourself to improve your weaknesses or manage your time more efficiently. Instead, it's about understanding how you're naturally wired to take action, solve problems, and make decisions. Together, Nicole and Amy discuss the often-overlooked conative part of the mind, the role of energy management, and how leaders can create thriving teams by leveraging natural strengths rather than fighting against them. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or high achiever feeling stretched thin, this conversation will help you discover how to work in alignment with your instincts and create sustainable success. What We Discuss in this Episode The three parts of the mind: cognitive, affective, and conative What the Kolbe Index measures and why it differs from personality assessments Why capability and desire aren't enough for sustainable performance How natural instincts influence decision-making, problem-solving, and execution The four Action Modes and how they show up in everyday work Why procrastination may be a clue - not a character flaw How to identify the tasks that energize you versus those that drain you The connection between burnout and working against your natural strengths Why time management is often less important than energy management How leaders can build stronger teams by understanding individual strengths The difference between hiring clones and creating complementary teams Why diverse thinking styles improve innovation, adaptability, and execution How to give people freedom while maintaining accountability for results Practical ways to create a more resilient, high-performing workforce Highlights and YouTube Chapter Titles 00:00 – What If You're Not Burned Out? 02:00 – Understanding the Conative Part of the Mind 05:00 – Why Natural Instincts Matter More Than You Think 08:00 – The Four Action Modes Explained 12:00 – The Hidden Reason Behind Procrastination 15:00 – Working in Your Zone of Strength 18:00 – The Kolbe Exercise That Reveals How People Take Action 22:00 – Building Teams Like a Chess Master, Not a Checkers Player 26:00 – Why Great Leaders Focus on Strengths, Not Weaknesses 29:00 – Hiring Complements Instead of Clones 32:00 – The Power of Diverse Thinking Styles 35:00 – Time Management vs. Energy Management 39:00 – Why Certain Tasks Drain You Faster Than Others 43:00 – Doing More by Working More Naturally 46:00 – Creating Sustainable Success and Freedom to Be Yourself Episode Show Notes and Links: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/leadership/553-do-more-more-naturally-with-amy-bruske/ Check out our complete library of episodes and other leadership resources here: https://leadersoftransformation.com ________

Send us Fan MailIn this solo episode of Spartan Leadership, Josh Kosnick tackles a problem that's quietly wrecking our society, our homes, and our boardrooms: the inability to hold two truths at the same time. From Memorial Day to the boardroom to your marriage, he breaks down how binary thinking masquerades as conviction while quietly destroying wisdom, trust, and culture.You'll hear why being “for” or “against” everything isn't strength, it's rigidity — and how real leaders learn to sit in tension, honor complexity, and still make clear decisions. Josh then walks through six practical disciplines you can start using this week to build the muscle of holding two truths without folding under pressure.If you're a leader at work, at home, or in your community, this episode will challenge how you think, how you decide, and how you show up when things get complex.

Effective leadership and a strong culture are essential for law firm growth, yet many firms struggle to build the right team. This episode explores how leadership assessments, cultural alignment, and strategic hiring can transform your firm's operations and long-term success. Alec Broadfoot, a seasoned executive recruiter specializing in leadership placement, shares insights on identifying high-potential candidates and vetting them beyond resumes.We discuss the importance of emotional intelligence, leadership qualities, and fit within a firm's core values. Alec emphasizes a comprehensive, scientific approach to hiring, including assessments that measure mental acuity, personality, and leadership capabilities. He explains that hiring top talent is an investment with significant returns, especially when aligned with a firm's culture and operating system.For law firm owners aiming to scale or improve their team, this episode offers practical advice on hiring strategies, fostering a culture of accountability, and implementing tools like EOS. Developing leaders internally or externally can be the game-changer in elevating your firm's performance.In this episode you'll learn: The pitfalls of relying solely on resumes How to assess emotional intelligence in candidates The value of scientific, multi-step vetting processes Why culture and core values matter in hiring How EOS systems support leadership developmentToday's episode is sponsored by The Managing Partners Mastermind. Click here to schedule an interview to see if we're a fit: https://arraydigital.com/the-managing-partners-mastermind/ Chapters (00:00:00) - How to Hire the Best Resumes(00:00:45) - Management Partners: Alec Broadfoot(00:01:18) - How to Become a Sales Executive or Integrator(00:02:19) - EOS and the Need for a Number 2(00:03:29) - Culture and the Search for Leaders(00:06:45) - The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Hiring(00:11:25) - How to Build a Match with Your Company's Lead Talent(00:16:12) - How to Make a Bad Hire(00:18:27) - Core Values and the Vision Spark Program(00:22:44) - How to Reach Out to the Right Leader for Your Firm(00:24:19) - Hiring in the Law(00:25:56) - VISION Spark

In This Episode Most business owners think growth comes from working harder. Rebecca Dodge believes growth comes from building systems and teams that allow the business to operate consistently without depending on one person. In this episode, Adi Klevit interviews Rebecca Dodge, Business Development Director and Integrator at Universal Windows Direct of Manchester, about her journey through the construction industry and the systems that helped transform her business. Rebecca shares how she started as a young electrician apprentice in a male-dominated field and developed the persistence, discipline, and leadership skills that shaped her career. Adi and Rebecca discuss one of the biggest challenges business owners face: learning how to delegate and trust their team. Rebecca explains that documented systems and processes gave her company the ability to create consistent customer experiences, improve accountability, and empower employees to solve problems independently rather than relying on leadership for every answer. The conversation also highlights the importance of building the right team and creating a culture of growth. Rebecca shares how tools like DISC profiles help leaders understand how employees think and communicate, allowing the company to build stronger relationships internally while delivering a better customer experience externally. Perhaps the biggest takeaway is that systems create freedom. Rebecca explains how implementing clear processes has allowed her and her husband to finally step away from daily operations with confidence—something many entrepreneurs struggle to achieve.

Want our guidance to build and run your own marketing engine? Book a call with our team: https://call.contractordynamics.com/yt?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Description&utm_campaign=5.7.26Get our FREE marketing course for contractors here: https://course.contractordynamics.comIf you've ever worked with a marketing agency and felt like something was off…If you've ever wondered where your ad spend was actually going…Or if you're tired of vague reporting, poor communication, and feeling completely dependent on an agency…This episode is for you.In this video, Sydney Vasquez — COO and Integrator at Contractor Dynamics — shares insider lessons from her experience working inside a marketing agency and exposes the exact red flags roofing companies need to watch out for before signing with any agency.This is not a hit piece.This is a practical guide to help roofing companies ask better questions, protect their marketing investments, and avoid getting trapped in systems they don't actually control.Key Takeaways for Contractors✔️ Why some agencies quietly take a percentage of your ad spend✔️ Why you should own your website, ad accounts, and call tracking numbers✔️ The hidden upsells behind long queue times and delayed deliverables✔️ What communication standards your agency should actually have✔️ Why weekly ad optimization matters for performance✔️ The exact questions contractors should ask before hiring any agencyTimestamps00:00 Why roofing companies feel burned by marketing agencies02:43 The 6 questions every contractor should ask04:03 The hidden ad spend cut most agencies never disclose07:24 The “upsell machine” agencies use to push bigger budgets09:03 Why you MUST own your marketing assets14:43 Communication standards and ad optimization red flagsConnect with Contractor DynamicsWebsite: https://www.contractordynamics.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ContractorDynamicsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/contractordynamicsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/contractor-dynamics#RoofingMarketing #MarketingAgency #ContractorMarketing #RoofingBusiness #DigitalMarketingForRoofers #MetaAds #LeadGeneration #HomeServiceMarketing

From the show floor at CEDIA Expo 2025, three distinct voices reveal an industry in the midst of transformation—where technology, design, and business are converging in new and unexpected ways. What emerges is not a story about gadgets, but about integration at every level: systems, teams, and ideas. The future of the home is being shaped as much by collaboration and communication as by innovation itself. Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. TimberTech – Real wood beauty without the upkeep Shelter Republic – Request your membership invitation Jason Knott, Hagan Kappler, and Bob Schuppe each bring a different lens to the evolving world of residential technology, exploring how integrators, designers, and architects must align to meet rising expectations around performance, aesthetics, and long-term value. Jason Knott | D-Tools Integration Over Innovation The industry has shifted from breakthrough moments (CDs, DVDs, early automation) to iterative refinement. https://www.d-tools.com Lighting as the Entry Point Lighting design is now the gateway for integrators to engage at the earliest stages of a project. https://www.lutron.com https://www.ketra.com Early-Stage Collaboration Integrators must be involved during architectural planning to avoid conflicts with structure, HVAC, and design intent. https://cedia.org The Designer–Integrator Language Gap Misalignment between aesthetics and performance leads to inefficiencies and compromised outcomes. “Wall Acne” and Invisible Technology The push to hide visible tech (switches, speakers, controls) has created a sub-industry of concealment solutions. https://www.framemytv.com https://www.futureautomation.net Business Software as Competitive Advantage End-to-end platforms improve efficiency, project management, and profitability (~13% increase). https://www.d-tools.com/system-integrator https://www.d-tools.com/cloud AI in Integration (Early Stage) AI is being applied to proposal generation and security analytics, though much of the market is still in hype phase. Resistance to Change Legacy workflows (Word, Excel) persist despite clear operational disadvantages. Designing for Reality Client preferences, budget, and compromise often override ideal technical execution. Hagan Kappler | Daisy National Integration Platform Scaling a fragmented industry through acquisition and brand unification. https://daisyco.com Consistency Across Multiple Residences Clients expect identical user experiences across homes in different locations. Recurring Revenue Model Quarterly service visits transform integrators from project-based vendors into long-term partners. Builder/Designer-Centric Business Model Majority of work driven through relationships with architects, builders, and interior designers. Purchasing Power & Market Influence Scale enables stronger relationships with manufacturers and influence over product development. Industry Consolidation Trend Integration is following other trades (HVAC, pest control) toward aggregation and higher valuations. Workforce Development & Labor Shortage Critical shortage of technicians is limiting industry growth. Women in Integration Expanding the talent pool through apprenticeship programs and leadership pathways. https://cedia.org/education Education Pipeline Development Outreach to high schools and partnerships with manufacturers to build awareness of integration careers. Client Lifecycle Expansion Shifting from one-time installs to ongoing service, upgrades, and data-driven engagement. Bob Schuppe | Resolute Design Group Lighting as the New Frontier Lighting has become the defining category in modern integration. https://www.lutron.com https://www.ketra.com Decline of Traditional Recessed Lighting Shift from large can lights to small aperture, modular, and precision lighting systems. Integrator as Technology Guide Role evolving into advisor/translator—helping clients discover what's possible. Authenticity vs. Aesthetic Perfection Designers removing tech elements from photos raises questions about transparency in design. Invisible but Functional Technology Technology should disappear visually while remaining fully accessible and high-performing. Reliability Over Innovation “Bulletproof” systems are more valuable than bleeding-edge solutions that may fail. Engineering-Driven Approach Performance, redundancy, and consistency are core to successful system design. Blurred Lines Between Trades Increasing overlap between electricians, designers, builders, and integrators. Manufacturer–Integrator Feedback Loop Experienced integrators play a key role in shaping product development. Audio Nostalgia & Tangibility Resurgence of vinyl, CDs, and physical media reflects desire for tactile experiences. https://www.sonos.com https://www.mcintoshlabs.com Emotional Connection to Technology Technology is not purely functional—it shapes memory, identity, and experience. Integration as a Discipline, Not a Layer Technology must be embedded from the beginning of the design process—not added later. Collaboration as Competitive Advantage The most successful projects are built on shared ownership between designers, architects, and integrators. Aesthetics vs. Performance Tension Balancing clean design with technical requirements remains the central challenge. Standardization vs. Customization Clients want both highly personalized spaces and consistent experiences across properties. The Rise of Service-Based Models Recurring engagement is replacing one-time project delivery. Technology Disappearing Into Architecture The end goal is seamless integration—where tech enhances space without calling attention to itself.

In this episode you'll discover why most “masterminds” are really just group coaching, how to stop choosing between business success and family presence, and why being a serial integrator might be the highest-leverage role in any company. Guest Links • Gathering the Kings: https://gatheringthekings.com • Driven to Win Podcast (Jake's show) – link in description Edit your podcasts like a pro:https://get.descript.com/mrzy10nwivuqJoin me as a guest or start your podcast journey:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/nickkuhne Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome & Jake Isaacs introduction 01:00 – The serial integrator explained (Gino Wickman Traction reference) 03:45 – Why fulfilment comes from execution, not likes 05:10 – The power of true mastermind communities vs group coaching 07:30 – Legacy beyond money: being present for your family 09:45 – Real success story: landscaping owner adds $2M while running 100-mile ultras 12:30 – The lie of work-life “balance” – obsession in both arenas instead 15:20 – Jake's personal story: two divorces, hospitality fixer days, and the phone-off transformation 19:00 – Daily boundaries and protecting your time 21:00 – Who Gathering the Kings is for: “grateful but not done” entrepreneurs 23:30 – Final thoughts and call to connect Connect with me on:All my linksBecome a guestSign up for RiversideGet Descript #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor sits down with Amanda Barkey to explore the difference between using EOS vs running a business on EOS, and why that distinction changes everything.  Amanda shares her journey from self-implementing EOS in her Soccer Shots franchise business to becoming a certified EOS implementer. Starting with limited support and plenty of early struggles, she and her husband turned their business around by applying EOS tools and disciplines, eventually scaling and successfully selling multiple franchises.  A key insight from Amanda is that simply using EOS tools is not enough. Real transformation happens when you fully commit to running your business on EOS with consistency, discipline, and accountability. She highlights how tools like the Level 10 Meeting, People Analyzer, and clear compartmentalisation improved communication, strengthened team health, and drove results.  The conversation also dives into the importance of the visionary and integrator relationship. Amanda credits having a strong integrator as a major factor in their success, helping maintain structure and execution while the visionary focused on growth and direction.  Beyond business, Amanda shares how she applies EOS principles in her family life, using tools like a family VTO and core values to create alignment and reduce conflict. She also discusses her nonprofit work in Cameroon, funded by her business success, demonstrating how EOS can support not just better businesses, but better lives.  If you are currently “using” EOS but not seeing full results, this episode will challenge you to step up into truly running your business on EOS.       CONNECT WITH DEBRA:    ___________________________________________          ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.com.au  ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/  ►Claim Your Free E-Book: https://www.businessaction.co.nz/free-e-book/  ___________________________________________        GUEST'S DETAILS:   ► Amanda Barkey – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-barkey-409908107/ ► Website – EOS Worldwide: https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/amanda-barkey/      Episode 269 Chapters:     00:00 – Introduction 00:35 – Amanda Barkey's Entrepreneurial Journey and EOS Implementation  02:21 – Amanda Barkey's Background and Business Journey  12:36 – Challenges and Successes with EOS Implementation  15:10 – The Role of an Integrator and Implementer  34:20 – EOS in Family Life  47:18 – Amanda's Future Plans and Nonprofit Work  47:30 – The Power of EOS Tools  47:43 – Final Thoughts and Advice for Entrepreneurs 

In Episode 140, the hosts welcome Justin Edmonds of EnhanceAVL to discuss understanding how to know you need help and what to look for when hiring an integrator. Simply put, with limited budgets and capabilities, sometimes it's beneficial to ask for help. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.EnhanceAVLCheck out co-host James Attaway's worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. James is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide to EQ, compression and effects. Find more from him on the Attaway Audio YouTube Channel and at AttawayAudio.com. Reach him on IG @attawayaudio or contact him via email here.Help insure that techs have a clear target for a winning mix with the free guide “How to Lead Your Church Sound Team” by James, and get a walkthrough on setting up virtual sound check on your console with his “Virtual Sound Check Challenge”.Co-host Gary Zandstra has worked in church production as an AV systems integrator and as a manufacturer's rep for more than 35 years. Go here to check out Gary's extensive library of articles on ProSoundWeb.

In this episode of the Mastering Connectivity Podcast, hosted by Katye McGregor Bennett and presented by Kordz, the conversation makes one thing clear: as homes become more intelligent, automated, and interconnected, integrators must expand their role beyond performance and convenience to include protecting the integrity of the systems they deploy. Joining the discussion are James Chen, Managing Director of Kordz; Kyle Steele of GlobeWave Integration; and senior cybersecurity educator Jeff Sonnleitner. Together, they explore why every connected device can introduce risk, how cybersecurity is becoming foundational to systems design, and what integrators need to do now to be better prepared. The episode also reinforces a bigger idea: even as technology advances rapidly, the responsibility of the integrator remains deeply human. Designing and deploying smarter homes must go hand in hand with protecting the people who live in them.

In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor is joined by EOS expert and Rocket Fuel co-author Mark C. Winters to explore the power of the visionary integrator relationship and why it is critical for entrepreneurial success. Mark shares his journey from corporate life to building and advising over 15 businesses, and how discovering EOS transformed the way he understood leadership, growth, and team dynamics. At the heart of the conversation is the visionary integrator partnership, a relationship that, when done well, creates clarity, momentum, and sustainable growth. They unpack the common traps entrepreneurs fall into, including the “entrepreneurial seizure” and the “success trap,” where business growth comes at the expense of personal fulfilment. Mark explains how visionaries must reconnect with their intrinsic genius rather than feeling “put out to pasture” once the business stabilises. The episode also dives into practical tools and frameworks, including the 10 pillars of greatness for visionaries and the Rocket Fuel Power Index, which helps assess and strengthen the health of the visionary integrator relationship. Mark emphasises the importance of self-awareness, role clarity, and healthy friction between visionary and integrator as the engine that drives real progress. If you are a visionary struggling to let go, or an integrator trying to create alignment and traction, this episode offers powerful insights to help you build a stronger partnership and a better business. CONNECT WITH DEBRA:    ___________________________________________         ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner ►Connect with Debra: ⁠debra@businessaction.com.au ⁠ ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/ ►Claim Your Free E-Book: https://www.businessaction.co.nz/free-e-book/ ___________________________________________       GUEST'S DETAILS: ► Mark C. Waters – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markcwinters ► Website – Mark C. Winters: https://www.markcwinters.com/ Episode 266 Chapters:   00:00 – Introduction 00:40 – Entrepreneurial Traps and Introspective Work 02:35 – Mark C Winters' Journey and EOS Involvement 05:02 – The Concept of Visionary and Integrator 07:01 – The Visionary's Role and the “Put Out to Pasture” Feeling 10:24 – The 10 Pillars of Greatness for Visionaries 12:38 – The Importance of Understanding the Business and Role Clarity 23:46 – The Role of Integrators and the Importance of Healthy Friction 31:26 – The Visionary's Personal Operating System and Domains of Freedom 37:51 – The Entrepreneurial Seizure and Success Trap 40:22 – Supporting Integrators and the Rocket Fuel Power Index 45:27 – Final Tips and Tools for Visionaries

Send us Fan MailDue to the nature of the business, sales cycle time, and how teams buy, when you are in IT services, or you're an integrator, you need to approach ABM differently than if you were a SaaS company. In this podcast episode, Eric Gruber (CEO of Personal ABM) and David Myer of Clarify (a 1:1 ABM firm that focuses on getting strategic enterprise accounts to the pipeline while Personal ABM specializes in moving pipeline accounts to revenue) speaks to Marc Fuentes (Head of Commercial for Eclipse Automation about his vision for his upcoming ABM program and how it differs from the past where he ran ABM for SaaS firms. You'll see how Marc plans on engage and win multi-million dollar deals with life sciences/pharma, industrial, and nuclear enterprise accounts within the Fortune 1000 and Nasdaq.   

In this episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, host Michael Chernow sits down with entrepreneur and creative strategist Adam Greenfeld for a deep conversation about entrepreneurship, building CPG brands, and the balance between vision and execution.Adam shares his journey from launching his first supplement brand Go, learning hard lessons from failure, and later helping grow Formula through innovative paid media, creative strategy, and strong product positioning before the company eventually rebranded to Thesis. The conversation explores the role of visionaries vs. integrators, a key framework in the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), and why founders must surround themselves with the right people and systems as companies scale.Michael and Adam also talk about the importance of reading people's energy, avoiding pushy partnerships, and building a circle of inspiring peers who elevate your thinking. Adam reflects on stepping away from a company when it outgrew him, moving from New York to Los Angeles, and launching Frij, a creative studio focused on health and wellness ingestible brands.If you're interested in brand building, entrepreneurship, creative marketing, and founder mindset, this conversation offers valuable perspective and real-world lessons from two experienced operators.TIME STAMPS03:35 Energy and Vetting People 13:37 Build a Winning Circle 18:05 Entrepreneurship Timeline 20:34 Paid Media Creative Edge24:27 Top of Funnel Targeting 29:48 Rebrand and Stepping Away 34:36 Co-Founder Dynamics and Self-Doubt 41:15 Creative Entrepreneurs and RDT 44:04 Visionary vs Integrator 47:25 Innovation as a Role 50:41 Transcend the Process 52:51 Protein Bar Taste Test 55:00 Moving to LA Reset 01:02:55 Top Three Founder Priorities 01:06:58 Curiosity and Learning Speed 01:10:58 Fitness and Journaling Rituals 01:17:32 Gratitude and Wrap Up 

On the heels of a huge month for sports and entertainment, SDM spoke with Greg Parker, vice president, life cycle solutions at Johnson Controls, to discuss the intricate, comprehensive planning that goes into these large events. The conversation spanned the integrator's role in mega-event planning, environmental management, threat detection and the fan experience.

What if the most important relationship in your business isn't with your biggest client but with the person sitting right next to you in the leadership seat? In this episode, Clayton Stenson shares how 17 years of working alongside visionary entrepreneurs became the foundation for his life's work: helping Visionary/Integrator duos build healthier partnerships so their companies can scale without costing them their families or their sanity. Clayton is the founder of Unity Guides, a fractional integrator, and a coach who has spent the last four years helping visionary entrepreneurs and their second-in-command learn to understand each other, communicate better, and stop the quiet resentment that ends partnerships and careers. He also spent seven years as a pastor, giving him a front-row seat to the human side of leadership: the pride, the blind spots, and the breakthroughs. Clayton honors four people who shaped his journey: the church pastor-turned-visionary who gave him his first leadership opportunity and introduced him to faith; the second visionary who handed him the book Traction and trusted him to run a company; and two long-time friends, James and Dwayne, who showed up as sounding boards, believers, and emergency intervention callers whenever Clayton was about to walk away from everything he had built.   [00:02:37] Fractional Integrator and V/I Duo Coach Does two things: fractional integrator/COO for EOS companies at $5-20M revenue Coaches visionary entrepreneurs and their second-in-command on their working relationship Runs webinars, workshops, and programs to help the V/I Duo work better together Eight years in the integrator role; four years coaching the V/I relationship [00:04:28] How Clayton Got Into This Work Never went to school for business; has a phys ed degree Fell into an integrator-type role naturally by solving whatever the organization needed Kept getting more responsibility and influence as he solved structural and operational problems Second visionary handed him the book Traction and formally gave him the integrator seat [00:06:43] Took a Company From 0.2% to 4.4% Profitability Company was $8M revenue, 20 employees, just 0.2% profitable Promoted to integrator and began self-implementing EOS Within 12 months improved profitability to 4.4%, a strong benchmark in commercial construction Zero turnover during the transition; people engaged and excited for the changes [00:08:34] What Drives Clayton Most Spent seven years wanting to quit every month under his first visionary, feeling unseen and misunderstood That experience drives him to help integrators avoid the same pain Believes healthy leaders create healthy teams, which ripples out to families and communities Not about profitability; it's about the people [00:11:00] The V/I Relationship Is Like a Marriage Visionaries: idea-driven, sales-focused, big-picture thinkers and relationship builders Integrators: logical, process-oriented, detailed, strong at running day-to-day operations Friction between them is normal but must be navigated intentionally Most companies running on EOS deal with this dynamic regularly [00:13:00] First Transformational Relationship: The Church Pastor-Visionary Pastor of his church became his first visionary and gave him his first office job Through that relationship, Clayton came to faith Was given leadership responsibility he hadn't yet earned and rose to it Seven challenging but transformative years that made everything else possible [00:15:04] Second Transformational Relationship: The Second Visionary Introduced Clayton to the book Traction and the Entrepreneurial Operating System Trusted Clayton completely: "I suck at this stuff. I know you'll be good at it" Left Clayton to run the company while he went to fix another struggling business Taught him that costly mistakes are just "tuition," lessons that change you permanently [00:18:00] James: Ten Years of Biweekly Coffee Met every second week for coffee for ten years through multiple job changes and life seasons Some nights all about James; next week all about Clayton, true mutual support Developed depth of relationship that still feels effortless even when months pass Currently in discussions about potentially buying businesses together [00:19:30] Dwayne: The Guy Who Wouldn't Let Clayton Quit Long-time friend with a similar role who has been a consistent sounding board for a decade When Clayton texted "I think I'm gonna get a job," Dwayne responded: "No. Emergency intervention meeting. What are you doing tonight?" Talked Clayton back from the edge multiple times in the hardest early seasons of his business Also in discussions about potentially working together [00:22:00] Iron Sharpens Iron: A Coaching Breakthrough Integrator came to Clayton frustrated and ready to give up on his visionary Clayton recognized his own story in what the integrator was describing Went straight to his visionary, apologized, and owned it; relationship began to shift immediately Visionary called Clayton the following week asking him to coach them together [00:28:04] Where to Find Clayton and What He Offers Website: theunityguide.com Active on LinkedIn and quick to respond Launching a podcast specifically interviewing people about the V/I relationship Webinar for integrators: The Silent Struggle of the Integrator from Frustration to Fulfillment [00:29:48] The Power of Critical Thinking in Relationships Took a Critical Thinking course in university that changed how he processes people and situations Believes ability to see the other side of a situation is becoming rare and it's costing relationships Challenge: before reacting, ask why this person might be showing up this way Good questions asked with humility solve more problems than unsolicited advice ever will   KEY QUOTES "In my experience, your company, the people in your company, become like the leaders. If I can help create healthier leaders and healthier relationships at the top, it creates healthier people throughout the organization, which then ripples out to the families and communities those people live in." - Clayton Stenson "A lot of problems can be solved just by humbling ourselves, listening, and asking good questions." - Clayton Stenson CONNECT WITH CLAYTON STENSON

Is ADHD actually a business superpower? In this episode of The Cookbook, Iris Goldfeder and leadership expert Tricia Stover reveal why neurodivergent brains—specifically the "Visionary" archetype—are uniquely built for entrepreneurship. If you struggle with the "hamster wheel" brain or visualizing business moves like The Queen's Gambit, this conversation will change how you view your leadership style. In this episode, we answer: How do you align business values with contractors vs. employees? Why should visionaries stop trying to be integrators? When is the right time to fire a toxic client? Does ADHD medication kill entrepreneurial creativity? CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro: Is ADHD a Business Asset? 01:31 - Leadership through a different lens 07:14 - Soul-based business & alignment 08:40 - The "Queen's Gambit" Strategy (Visionary vs. Integrator) 12:19 - Hiring contractors vs. employees 18:38 - CASE STUDY: Firing a toxic client 37:10 - The reality of Entrepreneurship 47:06 - Why Iris quit ADHD medication 53:50 - What Lights Your Fire? ABOUT THE GUEST: Tricia Stover is an expert in leadership alignment, helping entrepreneurs bridge the gap between vision and execution. ABOUT THE SHOW: The Cookbook with Iris Goldfeder peels back the layers of business to show you the real recipes for success. From tech founders to spiritual coaches, we discuss the wins, the missteps, and the lessons learned. Guest: Tricia Stover - performance-masters.com Host: Iris Goldfeder - gasstovecreative.com #ADHDEntrepreneur #Leadership #smallbusiness  #TheCookbookPodcast #WomenFounders #BusinessStrategy #Neurodiversity #Visionary

"Getting A Grip" is among the newer shows for Michigan Business Network, hosted by long-time MBN contributor Michael Maddox. In this weekly program, updated monthly, Mike focused on helping entrepreneurs end the chaos. Through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) he highlights ways that business owners can clarify their vision, gain traction, and increase team health. Entrepreneur and Professional EOS Implementor, Mike Maddox, highlights the foundational tools of EOS, shares real-world examples, interviews fascinating guests, and will challenge your way of thinking. If you are ready to end the frustration and share a few laughs along the way, listen to Getting A Grip each week. For Episode 16: Guest Bios John Addis – CEO/ Visionary https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnkaddis/ Tony Sabo Vice President/ Integrator https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-sabo-134a63393/ In this episode of “Getting A Grip,” host Michael Maddox welcomes leaders from Addis Enterprises. Joining the conversation are John Addis and Tony Sabo, who share how their leadership partnership helps guide the company's creative and strategic growth. Founded in 1998, Addis Enterprises originally helped businesses build their early online presence. Relaunched in 2014 as a full-service creative agency, the firm now provides expertise across web design, branding, animation, video production, digital campaigns, and marketing strategy. In this discussion, Mike explores how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) helps organizations clarify vision, strengthen leadership alignment, and improve team health. John and Tony also discuss how the Visionary and Integrator roles work together to drive innovation, accountability, and execution inside a growing creative company. In this episode: The leadership partnership between a Visionary and Integrator How EOS helps teams gain traction and alignment Building a culture of creativity and accountability Lessons from running an award-winning marketing agency Real-world insights for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses Addis Enterprises Founded in 1998, Addis Enterprises (AE) initially helped businesses establish their online presence. Relaunched in 2014 as a full-service design and marketing firm, AE now offers in-house expertise across web design, video production, branding, animation, digital campaigns, and more. With over 160 local and national awards, the team excels in creating cohesive, high-quality content across multiple creative platforms. Committed to consistency and innovation, AE operates under a simple yet powerful mission: “Be Awesome.” Get in touch with us today to see how AE can help you. Website: http://aenow.com/ Phone: (517) 489-2830 » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

In this episode of Inside Buzz recorded live at CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025, Josh Cooperman of Convo By Design sits down with Eric Nakkila of Selective Design to explore the evolution of custom integration.They discuss the growing influence of European design, the rapid innovation in architectural lighting, invisible speaker technology, vinyl's resurgence, and why stronger collaboration between integrators and designers is critical to the industry's future. Eric also shares how manufacturers are navigating pricing volatility, tariffs, and supply chain uncertainty — while delivering high-performance, design-forward solutions.

Andrej P. Škraba, Klemen Selakovič & Jani Pravdič. Enkrat na mesec se srečamo in preko dialoga (iz gr. diálogos "pogovor"), drug z drugim delimo ideje. Teme DIALOGA 66: AI bitka, Sam Altman Kavč komentatorji Kvaliteta življenja nekoč in danes; vpliv AI Politično stanje v Sloveniji in neizpolnjene obljube Obdavčitev plač in čedalje več zaposlenih v javni upravi Obdavčitev nerealiziranih donosov Biti edinec vs. imeti sorojence Zaslužek in dobre izkušnje Integrator in vizionar Srečen ali uspešen? Najljubše živali Kaj se fantje najbolj veselijo?

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Are you overwhelmed by nonstop chaos, endless stakeholder demands, or the fear you'll break while scaling up? This episode delivers urgent answers for every COO, integrator, and senior ops leader pushing to get their head above water.Cameron Herold sits down with Kelly Knight, President and Integrator of EOS Worldwide, for a rare, candid look at the systems and mindset that power explosive growth and keep organizations aligned when everything feels impossible. Kelly lifts the curtain on EOS's real role in revolutionizing the “second in command” function, gives you her hard-won playbook for winning over visionaries, and exposes how elite integrators preserve culture, even through private equity takeovers and seismic business model shifts.Stop guessing and start winning. Listen now to avoid burnout, grab proven EOS secrets, and finally align your team before something breaks. These insights are exclusive, actionable, and you won't hear them anywhere else.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – Chaos or clarity? How EOS aligns human energy when everything's changing[00:02:41] – Why most “second in command” titles are missing the mark (and where EOS fits in)[00:03:27] – The system for managing human energy that built a raving fandom[00:07:14] – Inside the “VI Duo”—the secret sauce that powers badass leadership teams[00:10:11] – One killer meeting rhythm that keeps visionaries and integrators in lockstep[00:13:02] – From outsider to integrator: Kelly's surprising first 90 days and the mistake even top COOs make[00:17:03] – Private equity chaos? How Kelly realigned 27 stakeholder groups and survived[00:27:01] – Navigating massive change: Candid truths about communication, relationships, and earning trust[00:29:44] – Why EOS failed at software and the power of doubling down on your “hedgehog”About the GuestKelly Knight is the President & Integrator of EOS Worldwide, the pioneering force behind Entrepreneurial Operating System®. Known for her expertise in scaling operations, leadership development, and stakeholder alignment, Kelly has guided EOS through private equity acquisition and global expansion. She regularly mentors visionary-operator duos around the world, helping them navigate change and build lasting company culture.

Episode 133: This week, Kyle Van Pelt talks with Jennifer Goldman, Founder and Strategic Operations Transformer and Integrator at My Virtual COO. Jen is an operations expert with 30 years of experience helping 1,000+ service businesses to thrive.  Jen talks with Kyle about what it really takes to run a profitable, scalable advisory firm. From defining what makes a truly great operator to navigating the messy middle of firm growth, Jen shares practical insights on constellation thinking, building operational leaders, and making hard profitability decisions. She also dives into the emotional and structural crossroads firms face as they scale, the evolving role of technology and AI in operations, and why clean data and strong systems still require human ownership. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (03:33) - Jen's money moment (06:39) - What it takes to be a great operator (08:55) - How "constellation thinking" works (12:19) - Balancing SOPs with creativity in operations (14:42) - The profitability challenges in the growth process (16:57) - What determines whether you should build or join a platform (21:42) - How Jen utilizes AI in her work  (23:01) - Why AI can't replace CRMs (27:27) - Why it's important to have clean CRM data (32:36) - What it takes to build a process for advisors and investors (37:35) - What Jen looks for when engaging with advisors (39:53) - Jen's outlook on the future of the financial services industry (42:51) - Jen's Milemarker Minute Key Takeaways Think like an operator. Great operators don't work in silos. They practice "constellation thinking"—understanding how a change in one area (people, process, technology, profitability) impacts the rest of the organization. Sustainable growth comes from seeing those connections before making decisions. Progress beats perfection when scaling a business. Operators must act with imperfect information and accept small failures along the way. Waiting for perfect data or perfect conditions slows growth. Progress, iteration, and course correction are what move firms forward. Your growth path depends on how well you've built your team. When firms hit major crossroads, whether to scale into a platform or join one, the deciding factor is often people. Leaders who develop decision-makers and future executives create optionality—those who don't often feel stuck or fatigued. Systems create stability, but creativity keeps operations moving. SOPs and structured processes are essential for consistency, but operators must also stay flexible and creative when reality doesn't follow the playbook. Balancing structure with adaptability is key to running a resilient firm. Quotes "Your data is so important. It's telling you stories. If you don't keep it clean, it's not going to tell you what you need to do next with the business." ~ Jennifer Goldman "Businesses cannot scale unless they're constantly and continuously improving. It doesn't have to be a heavy lift. Just shine a light, make a small change, and keep going." ~ Jennifer Goldman "This clarity around data and understanding, pulling it together, and using it effectively is so important. It allows you to have more touch with the people around you, whether it's clients or the advisor teams." ~ Jennifer Goldman Links  Jennifer Goldman on LinkedIn My Virtual COO The Let Them Theory Connect with our hosts Milemarker.co Kyle on LinkedIn Jud on LinkedIn Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Produce game-changing content with Turncast Turncast helps your company grow by producing top-quality content and fostering transformative conversations. We specialize in content generation, podcasting, digital strategy, and audience growth for fintech and financial services companies. Learn more at Turncast.com.

Nat and Kristen do a deep dive on personality tests - yep, including the bird one from the 90s - before diving into the Business Chemistry assessment and its four archetypes: the Pioneer (40 browser tabs open, hates admin), the Guardian (actually reads the terms and conditions), the Driver (please just get to the point), and the Integrator (felt the tension in the room before anyone said a word). Turns out Nat and Kristen are complete opposites, which explains a lot. Take the free five-minute test, do it on your business partner or colleagues, and finally have language for why you keep talking past each other in meetings.Business chemistry test: https://bc20questions.deloitte.com/#/Loved it? Share it and leave us a 5-star review! Got a topic for us? Email hello@powrsuit.com. Follow Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, or join us at www.powrsuit.com for bite-sized professional development that actually fits into your week. 'Til next time, Powrsuiters!

AI is everywhere right now… but what does it actually do for a busy integration business trying to quote faster, design cleaner, document smarter, and keep projects moving in the field? In this episode of AV Trade Talk, host Katye McGregor Bennett is joined by Jason Knott, Data Evangelist for D-Tools, for a practical conversation about what's new (and what's coming next) with the D-Tools ecosystem—and how integrators can use these updates to reduce manual work, tighten workflows, and protect margins. We dig into: D-Tools AI and how it can help generate scopes of work, restructure quotes, use natural-language search, and even apply margin logic in seconds Interconnect Diagrams that make wiring intent clearer—mapped visually and tied directly to the BOM and product catalog  D-Tools native mobile app and how it helps keep teams aligned on tasks, schedules, notes, and updates—especially when they're not behind a desk Company growth & expansion and why D-Tools remains the go-to operational backbone for integrators—used by 8,000+ companies in 90+ countries To learn more, tune in to this episode of AV Trade Talk: AI, Automation, and the Integrator's Bottom Line — with Jason Knott of D-Tools.   Want to learn more about D-Tools? Visit www.d-tools.com   (AV Trade Talk is all about the stories and insights behind the brands and people in the audiovisual—AV— industry)

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In this episode of Inside Buzz recorded live at CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025, Josh Cooperman of Convo By Design sits down with Eric Nakkila of Selective Design to explore the evolution of custom integration. They discuss the growing influence of European design, the rapid innovation in architectural lighting, invisible speaker technology, vinyl's resurgence and why stronger collaboration between integrators and designers is critical to the industry's future. Nakkila also shares how manufacturers are navigating pricing volatility, tariffs and supply chain uncertainty — while delivering high-performance, design-forward solutions.Stay in the loop! Sign up now to get notified when registration for CEDIA Expo/CIX 2026 opens or contact us to explore exhibiting opportunities - floor space is filling up fast!

AV's normally all about showing off the cool tech we put into spaces. But is it worth it to the clients to see how the sausage is made? We look into making AV invisible and how that benefits both client and integrator. Plus, artificial intelligence is making RAM prices skyrocket. But we need those chips to make our own gear! Where's the line before this gets well out of hand?The video version of this podcast can be found here.Even before we hit the show floor in Barcelona, there's plenty of AV news to go around! While Tim is gearing up for Integrated Systems Europe 2026, Patrick Norton takes the helm to get you the latest stories surrounding our industry. We also have a panel of experts to discuss these topics, including Dawn Meade, Willie Franklin and Brittany Delgado.Host: Patrick NortonGuests:Brittany Delgado – Midwich USDawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInWillie Franklin – Willie on LinkedInThis Week In AV:AV Magazine – French Government phasing out Zoom & TeamsThe Verge – Windows 11 suffering major patch issuesAV Network – Microsoft Partners with PSNI Global AllianceAV Magazine – Meta Horizons Workroom shutting downCommercial Integrator – CTI named Integrator of the Year 2025Roundtable Topics:The Verge – Surge in RAM Pricing due to AIAV Magazine – Logitech's New RallySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode Overview In this Power Hour episode, John Kitchens is joined by Joel Perso for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked growth constraints in real estate businesses: operational chaos. As agents and teams ramp up lead flow, listings, and transactions, most don't realize they're unintentionally building a treadmill instead of a scalable business. John and Joel kick off a multi-week Power Hour series focused on helping agents and team leaders move from production overload to operational clarity—without losing momentum. This episode zeroes in on the single most common operational question agents ask once growth kicks in: Who should I hire first—and why? From admins to operations managers, integrators, and COOs, John and Joel break down each role, when you actually need it, and the costly mistakes teams make when they hire out of order. If your business feels busy but fragile, this conversation will help you close the "back door," protect your pipeline, and start building a business that lasts. Key Topics Covered Conquering Operational Chaos Why growth without operations creates burnout, bottlenecks, and missed opportunities The difference between building a business vs. building a treadmill How operational clarity protects momentum as deal flow increases The Right Hire, in the Right Order Why most teams hire too much responsibility into one role The difference between an admin, operations manager, integrator, and COO How to identify what stage your business is actually in The Admin Role (Where Most Teams Should Start) What an admin should and should not be responsible for Why admins follow processes—not create them Common mistakes that cause admin hires to fail Virtual vs. in-office admin considerations Operations Managers & Scaling Support When an admin is ready to grow into an operations manager role How operations managers turn chaos into order Why this role helps leaders finally "breathe again" Head of Operations vs. Integrator vs. COO Why titles matter—and how they can backfire if misused The danger of inflated titles in small teams Why "Head of Operations" often creates clarity without compensation confusion The real definition of an EOS Integrator—and why most teams aren't ready for one COO Reality Check Why the COO role is defined by the CEO's strengths and weaknesses The 7 types of COOs and which ones show up most in real estate How to decide if you truly need a COO—or just better execution Compensation & Personality Fit Why operations team members value stability over incentives Why bonuses don't motivate ops roles the way they motivate agents Disc profile considerations for operational leadership The importance of tenacity and execution over ideas Resources & Mentions Honey Badger Nation – Community and leadership resources EOS / Traction / Rocket Fuel – Referenced frameworks (with important clarifications) CoachKitchens.ai – AI-powered coaching tool for real estate leaders Joel Perso – The Growth Centric Fractional COO services for 7-figure real estate teams Contact: joel@thegrowthcentric.com Final Takeaway More leads don't fix broken operations—they expose them. If you want to scale without chaos, burnout, or constant firefighting, you must hire intentionally, in order, and with clarity. This episode lays the groundwork for building an operational foundation that supports growth instead of suffocating it. "If you don't counterbalance growth with operations, you're not building a business—you're building a treadmill." - John Kitchens Connect with Us: Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time!

John Hill was lying in a hospital bed after surviving a massive heart attack when he faced a life-altering choice: give up, or stay and find a higher purpose. Choosing to stay, John walked away from his stable job with only one paycheck left, no safety net, and a yellow legal pad to map out a business idea that experts called "the worst model ever." He set out to clean up a dirty industry by doing the unthinkable—personally guaranteeing the work of contractors to protect homeowners.In this interview, John sits down with Ryan Atkinson to share how he built The Good Contractors List, a company that has backed over $5 billion in work and paid out $127,000 in claims to fix bad jobs. He reveals why the "sell the lead" model is broken and how his unique approach of "giving more than you take" created a community-driven ecosystem that generates revenue without sacrificing integrity.You'll learn why ignoring "business experts" was the best decision John ever made, how to identify if you are a Visionary or an Integrator, and the crucial difference between self-promotion and community authority. We also dive deep into how faith fueled John through financial rock bottom and the practical steps entrepreneurs can take to build a business that prioritizes purpose over profit.Takeaways:- Purpose Beats Credentials: John didn't have a business degree or a safety net; he had a "hospital bed promise" to live with purpose. This intrinsic motivation fueled him through obstacles that would have stopped a purely profit-driven founder. - The "Anti-Lead" Business Model: John disrupted the industry by refusing to sell leads. Instead of charging per lead (which incentivizes quantity over quality), he charges a flat membership fee, aligning his success with the contractor's reputation rather than their marketing spend.- Validate with Sales, Not Software: You don't need a website to start. John launched his business with a yellow legal pad and a pen, collecting checks and validating the concept before spending a dime on digital infrastructure.- Ignore the "Experts": Multiple business consultants told John his model—personally guaranteeing contractor work—was "suicide." He ignored them, and that specific differentiator is what allowed him to back over $5 billion in projects.- The Visionary vs. Integrator Dynamic: John struggled with structure until he recognized he was a "Visionary" and needed an "Integrator" partner to handle operations. Knowing your personality type is crucial for scaling past the startup phase.-Crowdsourced Quality Control: Instead of just hunting for contractors himself, John built a referral program where he pays homeowners and other contractors to refer trusted pros, effectively letting the community build his vetting pipeline.- Risk is Lower Than You Think: Guaranteeing work sounds risky, but the data proves otherwise. Because the vetting process is so strict, The Good Contractors List has only had to pay out ~$127,000 on $5 billion worth of jobs.- Give More Than You Take: This isn't just a moral stance; it's a growth strategy. By not nickel-and-diming contractors for every lead, John built a loyal community that self-polices and promotes the brand organically.- Faith as a Stress Management Tool: John attributes his ability to handle the "Valley of Death" (running out of money) to a spiritual surrender. Removing his ego from the outcome allowed him to make clear decisions without panic.- Community Authority: A single contractor saying "I'm good" is marketing. A third-party organization backing that contractor with their own money is authority. John built a business on selling trust, not just advertising space.Tags: Home Services, Entrepreneurship, Business mindset, Faith, Startup, LeadershipResources:Grow your business today:  https://links.upflip.com/the-business-startup-and-growth-blueprint-podcast Connect with John: https://thegoodcontractorslist.com/contractor-listings-and-our-team/

Visionary vs. Integrator: The Two Types of Cash-Practice Entrepreneurs Clique away long enough and you lose your patient's attention. That's why Claire, our AI scribe built specifically for physical therapists, handles the documentation so you can focus on the person in front of you. Try it free at MeetClaire.ai. In this episode of the PT Entrepreneur Podcast, Dr. Danny breaks down two personality types that show up again and again inside cash-based practices: the Visionary and the Integrator. He explains why knowing your type gives you an immediate advantage, how it shapes your strengths, and which weaknesses can hold you back from scaling. What You'll Learn The difference between Visionaries and Integrators in a cash practice Why founders naturally lean toward one role—and how to spot yours Where each style excels (and where they struggle) Why early-stage entrepreneurs must build skills outside their comfort zone Two books that can change your trajectory depending on your type How to build momentum by pairing effort with accuracy Recommended Books For Integrators: How to Win Friends and Influence People For Visionaries: The Checklist Manifesto Key Takeaways Your natural wiring is an advantage—once you understand it. Visionaries need structure, systems, follow-through, and consistency. Integrators must learn the people-facing skills that drive business early on. Business growth accelerates when you focus effort on the right skills at the right time. You don't need more broad information—you need targeted learning and repetition. Want Personalized Guidance? If you want help identifying your strengths, gaps, and the clearest path to grow your cash practice, book a free call with a PT Biz senior advisor:

Why do smart leadership teams with great strategies still fail to execute? The answer often isn't a lack of talent, but a hidden structural problem called Information Asymmetry. In this episode, host Ashok Sivanand breaks down a real-world case study of a CEO (Visionary) and COO (Integrator) who trusted each other implicitly but still struggled to drive change. You'll learn why "scaling efficiency" often comes at the cost of "scaling understanding," and how to fix the gap between your boardroom strategy and your frontline reality. Ashok explores how world-class organizations like Toyota, Amazon, and Shopify use specific tools to bridge this gap, enabling their teams to make faster, decentralized decisions. If you feel like your team is constantly waiting on you for permission, or if you're constantly surprised by bad outcomes, this episode offers the tactical framework you need to build a high-context culture. Unlock the full potential of your product team with Integral's player coaches, experts in lean, human-centered design. Visit integral.io/convergence for a free Product Success Lab workshop to gain clarity and confidence in tackling any product design or engineering challenge. In this episode: Information Asymmetry: What it is and why it kills speed. The 3 Missing Links: Why you must share Assumptions, Early Measurements, and Feedback requests. Decks vs. Docs: Why Amazon's 6-page memos beat slide decks for strategy. The Andon Cord: How Toyota empowers frontline workers to stop the line. Talent Retention: Why admitting uncertainty helps you keep your best employees. Mentioned in this episode: Rocket Fuel: (Book on Visionary/Integrator leadership models). Toyota: The "Andon Board" system. Shopify: Their use of MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers for internal knowledge. Amazon: The 6-page memo culture. Integral: Product success labs and consulting. Subscribe to the Convergence podcast wherever you get podcasts including video episodes to get updated on the other crucial conversations that we'll post on YouTube at youtube.com/@convergencefmpodcast Learn something? Give us a 5 star review and like the podcast on YouTube. It's how we grow.   Follow the Pod Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/convergence-podcast/ X: https://twitter.com/podconvergence Instagram: @podconvergence

Read our Macrovey deal analysis (closed) on KingscrowdRobotics hype is everywhere—but who actually makes robots work on real warehouse floors? In this episode, Chris sits down with Macrovey Director of Business Development Matt Labinski to unpack how Macrovey designs fully autonomous, material-handling systems that act like a warehouse “Robotics OS.” We start with what Macrovey is and isn't (00:03)—the company doesn't manufacture robots, it integrates best-in-class OEMs through proprietary orchestration software. Matt explains the model (00:32): up-front design + install and recurring software/maintenance—plus a Robots-as-a-Service option that lowers CapEx. We dive into who buys (06:28): e-commerce, 3PLs, pharma, defense (U.S. Air Force) and even smaller 10k–100k sq ft facilities. Category context (07:31): warehouse robotics penetration is still surprisingly low; Macrovey targets the SMB/mid-market others ignore. We cover why OEMs and warehouses need an integrator (09:09), the sales cycle and deal sizes (12:22)—from $50k pilots to $3M+ programs—and how modular, mobile systems (25:03) move with demand. Finally, we hit the AI layer (27:31): machine learning that optimizes slotting, picking, and vision-based QA. If you want exposure to warehouse autonomy without betting on a single robot, Macrovey's middle-layer, recurring-revenue approach may be the de-risked way to play it.

If you own or operate a restaurant, this is one of the most important Nashville Restaurant Radio episodes you will ever listen to.In today's conversation, Brandon sits down with Justin Cook, a Certified EOS Implementer® who has helped dozens of businesses—restaurants included—escape the chaos and finally build organizations that run with clarity, accountability, and consistency.Joining as co-host is Sean Lyons, Partner at UP Hospitality (Germantown Café, Park Café, and Karrington Rowe), who brings the real-world operator's lens to the conversation. This is the perfect mix of Visionary, Integrator, and Implementer perspectives.Together, we break down:⭐ Why restaurants need EOS more than almost any other industry• Why owners get stuck in firefighting mode• The hidden cost of running on emotion instead of systems• How EOS creates clarity when growth outpaces structure⭐ The tools that immediately change restaurant operations• The Vision/Traction Organizer (V/TO)• Your Accountability Chart (why org charts don't work in restaurants)• L10 Meetings and how they stop fires before they spread• Rocks, Scorecards, IDS, and the discipline that restaurants rarely build on their own⭐ Sean's firsthand experience implementing EOS across three restaurant brands• What worked• What was painful• What changed overnight• What still needs refinement• Your business shouldn't rely on your heroics• How EOS makes decision-making objective⭐ How EOS helps restaurant owners get their LIFE back• Why you sleep better when your team has clarity• Independent restaurant owners• Operators stuck in the “I know everything, so I have to do everything” loopWho is this episode for?• Anyone who wants a healthier team, clearer accountability, and fewer firesIf you've ever wished you could step out of daily chaos and truly lead your restaurant—this conversation is the roadmap.

We've seen the disastrous effects of picking the wrong integrator for your church: over budget projects, late projects and even firings. How do you pick the right integrator for your church so your church body is served well? Luke Hesher joins us with 7 Tips to pick the right integrator for your church. Follow this playbook and you'll be setup for success when you start interviewing integrators. In this episode you'll hear: 1:00 Inside Toby's Life.Church Production Tour5:45 Luke Hesher Joins the Conversation8:30 Luke's Path Into Church AVL Integration13:45 Tip #1 How to Choose the Right Church AVL Integrator19:40 Tip #2 How to Build a Strong Relationship With Your Integrator21:30 Tip #3 Church AVL Integrator Red Flags to Watch For33:45 Tip #4 What to Expect From Your Integrator After the Project Ends38:45 Tip #5 Who to Call When Gear Fails: Questions Every Church Should Ask44:25 Tip #6 How Ignoring Your Integrator Could Cost You Your Job46:15 Tip #7 HouseRight's Growth Through Quality Feedback55:00 Tech Takeaway: How to Develop Your Team58:00 Church Tech Confessional: This Week's StoryCheck out their projects and job opportunities here! Resources for your Church Tech Ministry Sell Us Gear: Does your church have used gear that you need to convert into new ministry dollars? We can make you an offer here. Buy Our Gear: Do you need some production gear but lack the budget to buy new gear? You can shop our gear store here. Connect with us: Sales Bulletin: Get better deals than the public and get them earlier too here! Early Service: Get our best gear before it goes live on our site here. Instagram: Hangout with us on the gram here! Reviews: Leaving us a review on the podcast player you're listening to us on really helps the show. If you enjoyed this episode, you can say thank you with a review!