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Being BuiltTreating Time Like a Weapon, AI & The Human ExperienceIn this episode of the BEING BUILT Podcast, host Aaron Davis of Reliant Search Group sits down with Alexis Bonnell, former CIO & Director of Digital Capabilities Directorate at the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) and now a Partnership Manager at OpenAI.Alexis shares her unconventional journey into government work, which started at the United Nations in places like Iraq and Afghanistan before she was headhunted by USAID. She discusses the critical differences she observed between the private sector, including her time at Google, and the public sector, particularly how the Department of Defense can...2025-06-171h 25
Cut To The ChaseEpisode 166 - The Currency of Credible AgentsIn this episode, Diego and Aaron Davis discuss the importance of trust in business and how it impacts credibility and customer relationships. They share practical tips on building trust by delivering on promises, communicating effectively, and being genuine. They also touch on the realities of dealing with reviews, feedback, and how vulnerability can actually enhance trust. Learn how to avoid common mistakes that erode trust and strategies for maintaining relationships beyond the initial deal.#Trust #BusinessTips #CustomerRelations #Credibility #SuccessTimestamps:00:00 Intro to Trust and Credibility00:30 The Impact of Speed and Delivery on...2025-06-0805 min
Cut To The ChaseEpisode 165 - Winning The Second Time AroundIn this episode of Cut To The Chase with Diego Traglia and Aaron Davis, the focus is on the big changes happening in the New Zealand real estate market. With the record number sales in 16 years happening recently, this episode covers the changes they predict in the market, and how it may mean an easier market for real estate agents to sell.00:00 Introduction 00:40 16 year record high in property sales 01:52 Are auctions the best way to sell?03:01 It starts with the marketing04:11 Being authentic and transparent is key5:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts2025-06-0106 minBeing BuiltDEXA CEO Beth Flippo on the Future of Drone Delivery & CommerceIn this episode of the BEING BUILT Podcast, host Aaron Davis (Founder & Search Consultant at Reliant Search Group) sits down with Beth Flippo, CEO and founder of DEXA (also known as Drone Express), to explore the cutting-edge world of drone delivery.Beth shares her journey from embedded software engineering to leading a company that's poised to revolutionize logistics and commerce. They dive deep into DEXA's unique approach to drone technology, focusing on on-board AI, wireless mesh networks, and autonomous navigation! 🤯#BeingBuiltPodcast #DroneDelivery #Innovation #FutureofTech #Logistics #DEXA #DroneExpress #BethFlippo #AI #Technology #Entrepreneurship2025-05-091h 14
Reignite ResilienceTransforming Tragedy into Purpose + Resiliency with Aaron Ragon (part 2)Send us a text"The greatest gift you can give anyone is your full attention."What happens when life's darkest moments become the catalyst for discovering your deepest purpose? In this profoundly moving conversation, a school counselor shares how a series of unexpected events—from being locked in a Japanese psychiatric facility with a friend in crisis to the devastating loss of his young son—shaped his professional journey and personal resilience.Through tears and triumph, we explore how human connection can transcend even the most challenging circumstances. When traditional communication failed with his...2025-05-0825 minReignite ResilienceAdventures Worth Taking + Resiliency with Aaron Ragon (part 1)Send us a textWhat happens when life pushes you to the absolute edge of your capabilities? Aaron Ragon's journey from broke college student to global adventurer reveals the transformative power of confronting our greatest challenges.Aaron takes us to the remote shores of Bristol Bay, Alaska, where a violent confrontation with a troubled man named Earl became one of his life's pivotal moments. With remarkable clarity, he recounts being cornered on a deserted beach, facing a drunk man wielding rebar who threatened to kill him. The split-second decisions Aaron made that night—and his ch...2025-05-0528 min