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What The Teck?THE TIKTOK TEACHER: What I Learned After 30 Years in Production and 1 Million FollowersHelen Polise is the Owner, Director, and Executive Producer of Muthership Productions, a company specializing in storytelling, lifestyle, healthcare, fashion, and testimonials. She is also the Founder and CEO of Socialize, a community for social media creators. As a professional director and interviewer, Helen has worked with notable brands like Blistex, Conair, and NFL Alumni to create engaging, cross-channel videos. As a video content creator and self-proclaimed social media guru, she is known as the TikTok Teacher, sharing her learnings via tutorials on TikTok. In this episode… The social media landscape is flooded with millions of...
2025-06-1150 minWhat The Teck?Leading Neuroscientist: Why 50% of Your Life Is Lived in a Daydream | Dr. René RodriguezRené Rodriguez is a renowned keynote speaker, leadership advisor, and the best-selling author of Amplify Your Influence, which offers practical strategies to enhance communication and leadership skills. With over 27 years of experience, he has applied behavioral neuroscience to address leadership, sales, and change management challenges. René created the AMPLIFII™ course, a methodology that has trained over 100,000 professionals worldwide. In this episode… In today's hyperconnected world, the constant barrage of notifications, digital content, and virtual interactions has left many struggling with shortened attention spans, weakened interpersonal connections, and difficulty staying present. As more professionals transition to remote...
2025-04-3041 minWhat The Teck?Beyond the Algorithm: The SECRET That Fuels Powerhouse Brands and Can Turbo Charge YoursAndrea Sullivan is the CEO of vYve by Vayner, a high-performance accelerator program for entrepreneurs and C-suite executives. She is also a Professor in the Masters in Branding program at the School of Visual Arts and serves as a board member at Creative Spirit, the Ad Council, and the United Nations Association of New York. Before joining vYve by Vayner, Andrea was the Chief Marketing Officer at VaynerX, where she built C-suite communities and managed Gary Vaynerchuk's marketing programs. In this episode… Today's leaders are facing pressure like never before. With rapid changes in technology, cul...
2025-04-0243 minWhat The Teck?Former HOSTAGE NEGOTIATOR: Why Asking for a "YES" Is the WRONG Way To Ask a QuestionDerek Gaunt is a Negotiations Trainer and Coach at The Black Swan Group, a consulting firm specializing in negotiation strategies rooted in hostage negotiation principles. With 29 years of law enforcement experience, including 20 years leading hostage negotiation teams in the Washington, DC, area, he has trained organizations globally on applying hostage negotiation principles to business and leadership. Derek is also the author of Ego, Authority, Failure©. In this episode… Closing deals and winning negotiations can feel like an uphill battle, especially when clients are hesitant, defensive, or unresponsive. Many business professionals unknowingly create resistance by using the...
2025-03-191h 07What The Teck?FORMER AMAZON LEADER: " Learn the RULES of the Game Before You Jump Into Amazon."James Thomson is the Managing Partner at Equity Value Advisors, where he advises brand executives and investors on accelerating e-commerce revenues and aligning distribution and pricing strategies. He serves on the boards of and invests in companies such as Mamenta, Davinci Micro Fulfillment, and MAVI.io. Previously, James was the Chief Strategy Officer at Buy Box Experts, a managed services agency that assists brands in optimizing their online sales channels as well as investors of businesses selling on Amazon. Before Buy Box, he served as the Business Head of Amazon Services, the division responsible for recruiting tens of thousands...
2025-02-211h 00What The Teck?Top RESEARCHER: How To Cash Out of Your Small Business While Empowering Your CommunityEllen Frank-Miller, PhD, is the Founder and CEO of WORC (Workforce & Organizational Research Center), an applied research and evaluation consultancy creating an inclusive economy for worthwhile jobs. She has spent her 30-plus year career collaborating with employers, investors, national advocates, and community-based organizations to enhance jobs and make them more accessible. As an organizational scholar, Ellen spent 15 years in human resource consulting, creating evidence-based programs and policies. Before launching WORC, she founded and led the Workforce Financial Stability Initiative at Washington University's Social Policy Institute. In this episode… Decades of research have shown tha...
2025-01-2248 minWhat The Teck?SMALL BUSINESS OWNER: "I Didn't Even KNOW I Was Going Through a CYBER ATTACK"Kaila Uli is an e-commerce business builder and the Founder of Puffie Slippers. She also founded Brillies.co, a vintage and retro sunglasses brand she lost in a cyber attack. As a TikTok content creator, Kaila educates entrepreneurs on building their businesses. In this episode… Some small business owners believe they're safe from cyber attacks because of their size. Yet, 50% of attacks occur against small businesses since attackers aren't always after just revenue. How can online business owners mitigate these threats and recover their companies? After multiple failed business ventures, content creator and on...
2024-12-1848 minWhat The Teck?SEO MAESTRO: "THIS Is Without a Doubt the BEST WAY To Build BACKLINKS"Steven Schneider is the Co-founder and CEO of TrioSEO, which helps SaaS and B2B brands create content that generates high-intent organic traffic. Before TrioSEO, he co-owned a portfolio of 40 blogs, managed 400 articles monthly, and helped scale a collection of brands by 500% to seven figures in three years. In this episode… In a digital world overflowing with content, how can businesses ensure they stand out and capture audience attention? With nearly 95% of online content receiving no clicks, it's not enough to create content arbitrarily. What strategies can marketers employ to improve their visibility and engage th...
2024-12-1138 minWhat The Teck?EX-MMA FIGHTER: How To COMPETE in the Biggest Business Ring (Amazon)Mina Elias is the CEO of MMA Nutrition, a seven-figure Amazon dietary supplement brand. With the expertise he gained from growing his supplement brand, he founded PPC University, where he serves as the Head Instructor to other Amazon sellers. Mina is also the Founder of Trivium Group, an agency dedicated to helping brands scale profitably on Amazon. In this episode… Is Amazon worth the investment? As digital marketplaces continue to evolve, many brands wonder if Amazon remains the unrivaled platform for sellers, especially when facing competition from platforms like TikTok and Walmart. With changing market dy...
2024-11-0649 minWhat The Teck?Amazon Product Launch Expert: "COMBINE These Strategies" - [Part 3 of 3]Colin Raja is the Owner of RIMSports, a brand and manufacturer of workout gear and exercise equipment. With a shared love for sports and fitness, Colin and his wife launched RIMSports' products on Amazon before expanding into large-scale e-commerce and other online platforms. As a seven-figure seller and Amazon growth consultant, he has experience in brand strategy, product launches, e-commerce marketing, and the customer journey. In this episode… Pouring your money into Amazon Advertising only to find your products on the last results page can be frustrating. Experimenting with various SEO and PPC strategies is cr...
2024-11-0122 minWhat The Teck?Amazon Product Launch Expert: "THIS Is What You Need to PRIORITIZE" - [Part 2 of 3]Colin Raja is the Owner of RIMSports, a brand and manufacturer of workout gear and exercise equipment. With a shared love for sports and fitness, Colin and his wife launched RIMSports' products on Amazon before expanding into large-scale e-commerce and other online platforms. As a seven-figure seller and Amazon growth consultant, he has experience in brand strategy, product launches, e-commerce marketing, and the customer journey. In this episode… Before launching products on Amazon, you must identify the keywords required to rank and generate optimal sales. How can you optimize your keyword rankings on the backend of...
2024-10-0921 minWhat The Teck?Amazon Product Launch Expert: "Why Your Product Launches Aren't Going Anywhere" - [Part 1 of 3]Colin Raja is the Owner of RIMSports, a brand and manufacturer of workout gear and exercise equipment. With a shared love for sports and fitness, Colin and his wife launched RIMSports' products on Amazon before expanding into large-scale e-commerce and other online platforms. As a seven-figure seller and Amazon growth consultant, he has experience in brand strategy, product launches, e-commerce marketing, and the customer journey. In this episode… Investing thousands of dollars into an Amazon product launch only to watch it fail can be disheartening. Yet more sellers have experienced this following Amazon's algorithm changes, wh...
2024-10-0217 minWhat The Teck?EX-FBI CYBER SCIENTIST: "Cyber Criminals Can EXPLOIT You in MINUTES" - AI and the DARK WEBJames Morrison is the Senior Director of Security Programs at Intelisys, a hybrid technology distributor owned by ScanSource. For more than 20 years, he was a Computer Scientist for the FBI, where he served as a local tech expert to Special Agents and Task Force Officers, assisted in computer intrusion investigations, and reverse-engineered software to determine the source and purpose of malignant codes. James was also a UNIX/Database Administrator with the US Air Force. In this episode… The internet's rapid growth has fueled elaborate and sophisticated cyber attacks using AI, which can hack into company sof...
2024-09-1845 minWhat The Teck?TECH STARTUP FOUNDER: The Brutal TRUTH Behind BUILDING and SELLING a $25 MILLION Tech CompanySharon K. Gillenwater is a SaaS startup advisor, mentor, and coach for aspiring tech entrepreneurs. As a tech startup founder and executive, she built, scaled, and sold Boardroom Insiders — an award-winning Inc. 5000 SaaS business intelligence platform — for $25 million in 2022. Sharon recounts this journey in her book Scaling With Soul. After gaining experience in the tech and marketing space in San Francisco, she became an independent consultant working for major tech companies, including Cisco, Microsoft, Oracle, Adobe, Sun Microsystems, and Google. In this episode… Founding a business with investments from venture capital may make the process easier...
2024-08-231h 06What The Teck?Expert Data Scientist: AI vs. Humans - You Can't Ignore How AI PerformsJulian Ghadially is the Founder of Margin Geek, an AI-driven company that automates product decision-making for distributors and wholesale-driven e-commerce sellers. As a former strategy consultant, he spent his career helping large companies develop growth and enterprise initiatives. Julian holds a master's degree in machine learning from the University of Texas at Austin. In this episode… AI is expected to surpass human intelligence in the coming decades, raising ethical questions about its role in job functions. How can you leverage AI in your business while considering its potential, dangers, and limitations? From creating scr...
2024-08-1456 minWhat The Teck?Real Estate Visionary Dolf de Roos: "What Do the Rich Have in Common?" - Thriving in Changing TimesDolf de Roos is a real estate expert who teaches professionals to generate passive income and wealth by investing in real estate. With over 40 years of experience in the field, he has published 11 best-selling books, including Real Estate Riches,and has worked with Robert Kiyosaki to write the Rich Dad's Advisors series on real estate. Dolf also teaches at events and institutions in over 16 countries, including Tony Robbins' Wealth Mastery. He has been featured on over 5,000 global radio stations, and in 2003, he became a Visiting Professor of Real Estate at the University of North Texas. In this...
2024-08-011h 16What The Teck?Digital Marketing Master Neil Patel: "They Will Crush You if You Don't..."Neil Patel is the Co-founder of Neil Patel Digital, where he helps companies grow through innovative digital strategies. His clients include renowned companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Airbnb, Google, NBC, and SalesForce. As a New York Times best-selling author, Neil has been named a top influencer on the web by The Wall Street Journal and one of the top 10 marketers by Forbes. President Obama has recognized Neil as a top 100 entrepreneur under 30, and the United Nations recognized him as a top 100 entrepreneur under 35. He has spoken at over 310 global conferences and hosts the Marketing School podcast. In this...
2024-07-1942 minWhat The Teck?Ex-Amazon Ads Executive: "Sponsored Display: The Cherry on Top" - Guide to Amazon Ads, Part 4/4Nick Gezzar is an independent brand consultant who owns Gezzar Consulting LLC. As a versatile business leader, he has over 10 years of experience leading people and projects in retail, marketing, advertising, and intelligence. Nick has worked for leading brands like Amazon, Lindt, Procter & Gamble, and The Hershey Company. In this episode… Are you struggling to keep your Amazon products in the spotlight and ahead of the competition? A strategic approach to Amazon sponsored ads can make your brand visible and increase sales. What role do sponsored display ads play in this process, and how can yo...
2024-06-2620 minWhat The Teck?Ex-Amazon Ads Executive: "What Every Amazon Seller Should Have" - Guide to Amazon Ads, Part 3/4Nick Gezzar is an independent brand consultant who owns Gezzar Consulting LLC. As a versatile business leader, he has over 10 years of experience leading people and projects in retail, marketing, advertising, and intelligence. Nick has worked for leading brands like Amazon, Lindt, Procter & Gamble, and The Hershey Company. In this episode… While sponsored products promote visibility on the first page of Amazon's search results, sponsored brands build exposure and awareness. What is the secret to profitability with sponsored brands? Sponsored brands give Amazon sellers a pervasive presence on the platform and other sites, en...
2024-06-1932 minWhat The Teck?Ex-Amazon Ads Executive: "Sponsored Ads Isn't Optional" - Guide to Amazon Sponsored Content Part 1/4Nick Gezzar is an independent brand consultant who owns Gezzar Consulting LLC. As a versatile business leader, he has over 10 years of experience leading people and projects in retail, marketing, advertising, and intelligence. Nick has worked for leading brands like Amazon, Lindt, Procter & Gamble, and The Hershey Company. In this episode… 90% of shoppers never venture beyond the first page of search results, so gaining immediate visibility is crucial for Amazon brands. How can you ensure your products make it onto the first page while maintaining profitability? With deep insights into Amazon's search algorithms, Ni...
2024-06-0524 minWhat The Teck?Data-Driven Operations Leader: Why Free Returns are NOT ProfitableBlake Lawson is a Fractional COO at FullViz, where he provides operations leadership to growth-stage companies. With a track record of scaling businesses and building teams, he's worked in operations and product development roles with industry giants like Target, Amazon, and SAP. Blake's insights stem from firsthand experience in cutting-edge retail practices and transformation strategies. In this episode… With inflation on the rise, retailers must develop strategies to retain consumers while maintaining profitability. This includes integrating new technologies to address consumer needs and adapt to a shifting market. What strategies do retail giants concoct behind the...
2024-05-2248 minWhat The Teck?No.1 Amazon Marketer: "Why I lost $250,000" - Harsh Realities and Lessons for Longevity in eCommerceSteven Pope is the Founder of My Amazon Guy (MAG), a full-service marketing agency known as the "Wikipedia of Amazon knowledge" that serves 300-plus brands. MAG provides over 1,500 tutorial videos on YouTube, educating hopefuls on how to grow sales on Amazon. Steven helps clients grow through onsite and offsite channels, including SEO, SEM, and social media. With over a decade of experience in corporate marketing and e-commerce, he's worked for multiple product brands, including serving as the Digital Marketing Manager for APMEX, Inc., which achieved 10 million additional website visits under his direction. In this episode… Ac...
2024-05-081h 04What The Teck?Amazon Lawyer: What NOT To Do When Going up Against Unauthorized ResellersCJ Rosenbaum is an Attorney and Partner at Rosenbaum & Segall, PC, which helps Amazon sellers protect their accounts from suspensions and trademark, patent, and copyright infringements. With over 25 years of experience representing entrepreneurs, he has written six books on Amazon product sales and account suspensions and has participated in dozens of global Amazon speaking events. Before venturing into the Amazon space, CJ was a trial lawyer. He has been quoted about Amazon suspensions and appeals in publications and media outlets, including Forbes, CNBC, FOX Business, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Huffington Post, International Business Times, Daily Journal, and The...
2024-05-0152 minWhat The Teck?Ex-Tech Executive: The Untold Truth About Mexico's Nearshoring BoomAdriana Rangel is an Amazon Seller and the host of the Serious Sellers Podcast at Helium 10, which empowers entrepreneurs to start and scale businesses on Amazon. She became the first Latina to represent Helium 10 as a brand evangelist. As an Amazon seller and marketer, Adriana leverages branding and technology to grow her brand internationally across Amazon, Walmart, and her e-commerce site. She has spoken at multiple e-commerce events and offers coaching and consulting services to professionals interested in launching an Amazon brand. In this episode… Amazon is gaining rapid popularity in Mexico, overtaking the country's ma...
2024-04-171h 03What The Teck?Veteran Marketer: 4 Reasons Why Customers Are Forgetting YouJason Friedman is the Founder and CEO of CXFormula, which specializes in helping fast-growing entrepreneurial companies gain a competitive edge by enhancing customer experiences. Recognized as Ernst and Young's New Jersey Entrepreneur of the Year in Business Services, his portfolio includes work with prestigious brands like Foot Locker, Adidas, Nike, W Hotels, Universal Studios, and Disney. Before diving into the world of customer experience, Jason built various business ventures, including shoveling snow and building elevated beds for fellow college students, which he grew into a million-dollar business. In this episode… The entertainment industry has gained a...
2024-04-031h 10What The Teck?Former Wall Street Trader: Why You Should Stop Listening to Common Advice So You Can Make More MoneyJason Mandel is the Founder and CEO of Mandel Family Office, a firm dedicated to providing comprehensive financial services to high-net-worth individuals and families. As a Wall Street insider and private financial advisor, he has held senior positions at the LeFrak Organization, D.E. Shaw, and Cantor Fitzgerald. Jason has over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience in financial services and risk management. Additionally, he is the President of Caretrust Financial and the author of DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Stop Wall Street Greed and Rising Taxes From Destroying Your Wealth. In this episode… Traditional investment vehicles are primarily controlled by...
2024-03-271h 06What The Teck?Chick-fil-A Sells More Chicken Than Top 5 Rivals Combined - The Surprising Secret? Happy Employees!Dr. Randy Ross is the Founder and CEO of Remarkable!, a consulting and advisory firm specializing in team development and organizational health. He is also a speaker, consultant, coach, and the best-selling author of Remarkable!, a leadership parable guiding organizations toward a compelling and collaborative culture. As a former Chief People and Culture Officer, Randy has worked with renowned brands like Chick-fil-A and Keller Williams to inspire and enable people to find passion and purpose in their work, work together, and maximize their impact and influence. In this episode… With the US social and economic en...
2024-03-1358 minWhat The Teck?AI Expert: Why You Are NOT Dreaming Big Enough - 3 Big Common MistakesLuke Komiskey is the Founder and CEO of DataDrive, a consulting firm specializing in managed analytic services. With over a decade of experience, Luke has played a pivotal role in making data analytics more accessible to various businesses. Under his leadership, DataDrive has evolved into a global team of professionals, supporting over 150 organizations, including healthcare, public education, manufacturing, and software. Luke's approach emphasizes transforming data into actionable insights, aiding organizations in making faster and more informed decisions. His passion for simplifying complex data challenges has been central to DataDrive's mission of fostering a data-informed society. In this...
2024-02-2156 minWhat The Teck?Jim Keyes: The Secret to Every Company's Success or Failure - Not ads or flashy techJames (Jim) Keyes is a business and social change agent and the Senior Consultant at Back to Space, which promotes STEM education and enrichment. He previously served as the CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster and created a strategic consumer product in collaboration with Walmart. Passionate about aerospace and aviation, Jim has been a pilot for 40 years and is involved in new tech initiatives, including the Hyperspace startup through Lockheed Martin. As a seasoned board member, he continues to serve on the board of organizations like Rithem, the Dallas Symphony Association, and Education is Freedom, a nationally recognized c...
2024-02-141h 18What The Teck?Outsourced Residential Office Spaces: The Future of Remote WorkAmina Moreau is the Co-founder and CEO of Radious, an online marketplace that converts houses, apartments, and other residential properties into collaborative workspaces, rentable by the day. As a self-described chronic entrepreneur, she has built numerous companies, including Stillmotion, a five-time Emmy award-winning filmmaking company, Sway Storytelling, and Float Small Business. In this episode… Research shows that leading organizations have claimed remote work decreases workplace communication, collaboration, productivity, culture, and innovation. However, most of these companies equate remote work with working from home, generalizing the pain points specific to a single definition. While working from ho...
2024-01-171h 10What The Teck?How Buying Patterns Are ShiftingRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2024-01-101h 02What The Teck?Creating a Legacy in Digital MediaJames Orsini is the President of The Sasha Group, a VaynerX company helping businesses execute brand-building strategies. He works alongside Gary Vaynerchuk and was the Chief Operating Officer at VaynerMedia, one of the largest independent social media and digital advertising agencies. With 30 years of experience in social media, advertising, brand management, public relations, and Wall Street businesses, James has served as a CEO and CPA. In this episode… With the digital media industry advancing faster than businesses can manage, many enter a hyper-growth phase to keep pace, scaling revenue while sacrificing profits. This occurs when co...
2024-01-0348 minWhat The Teck?The Rise of the Tech EcosystemRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-12-271h 08What The Teck?The Past and Future of WorkRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-12-211h 04What The Teck?Why These Three Companies Failed To Make a ComebackRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-12-131h 05What The Teck?Work-From-Home: An Unexpected Economic BoomNick Bloom is the Co-founder of WFH Research, a platform providing insights and best practices on working from home. He is also a Professor of Economics at Stanford University. Having studied remote work for over two decades, Nick has contributed to the policy and public discourse on the subject by meeting President Obama, speaking at the 2014 Working Families' Summit, and delivering a TEDx talk. As the Co-director of the Productivity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship program at the National Bureau of Economic Research, he focuses on management practices and uncertainty. In this episode… With work-from-home trends accelerating ex...
2023-12-0647 minWhat The Teck?Mastering Amazon: Advanced Strategies for Dropshipping and Beyond (Part 2)Rolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads the firm to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups, and he hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a...
2023-11-291h 27What The Teck?Amazon Definitions and Getting Started (Part 1)Rolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads the firm to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-11-241h 32What The Teck?The Power of Updated Hardware Systems: How To Reduce Disruptions and Foster Meaningful WorkOphelie Harbonnier is the Business Solutions and Briefing Manager at Poly, an audio and video product company that merged with HP's portfolio of hybrid work solutions. As a user experience specialist, she redefines technology interactions by fostering accessible and enjoyable experiences. As a seasoned presenter, coach, and trainer, Ophelie works with organizations to deploy technology devices within platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams. In this episode… According to a study conducted by the Harvard Business Review, employees alternate between 22 separate apps up to 1,200 times daily, undermining focus, increasing stress, and lowering productivity. This is exacerbated by...
2023-11-1556 minWhat The Teck?Building a Tech Company: How To Disrupt the Market With Innovative SmartphonesSandeep Chennakeshu is the Chief Operating Officer of Uhnder, Inc., which designs and builds state-of-the-art digital imaging radar chips for industrial and automotive applications. He is also the author of Your Company Is Your Castle, where he compares building a company to a medieval castle. Upon entering the electronics industry, Sandeep led the development and launches of global technology. He is a fellow of the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) and a named inventor of 180 patents. In this episode… In the early 2000s, companies like Motorola, Nokia, and BlackBerry released the first smartphone mo...
2023-11-081h 06What The Teck?Creating Modern Work Policies: How Enhancing Job Quality Boosts Your Bottom LineEllen Frank-Miller, PhD, is the Founder and CEO of WORC (Workforce & Organizational Research Center), an applied research and evaluation consultancy creating an inclusive economy for worthwhile jobs. She has spent her 30-year career collaborating with employers, investors, national advocates, and community-based organizations to enhance jobs and make them more accessible. As an organizational scholar, Ellen spent 15 years in human resource consulting, creating evidence-based programs and policies. Before launching WORC, she founded and led the Workforce Financial Stability Initiative at Washington University's Social Policy Institute. In this episode… When it comes to structuring work poli...
2023-11-0153 minWhat The Teck?The Secret to Getting Hundreds of Thousands of TikTok FollowersHelen Polise is the Owner, Director, and Executive Producer of Muthership Productions, a company specializing in storytelling, lifestyle, healthcare, fashion, and testimonials. She is also the Founder and CEO of Socialize, a community for social media creators. As a professional director and interviewer, Helen has worked with notable brands like Blistex, Conair, and NFL Alumni to create engaging, cross-channel videos. As a video content creator and self-proclaimed social media guru, she is known as the TikTok Teacher, sharing her learnings via tutorials on TikTok. In this episode… With TikTok being a coveted platform among brands, inf...
2023-10-2556 minWhat The Teck?The Ultimate Guide to Amazon ProfitabilityNick Gezzar is an independent brand consultant who owns Gezzar Consulting LLC. As a versatile business leader, he has over 10 years of experience leading people and projects in retail, marketing, advertising, and intelligence. Nick has worked for leading brands like Amazon, Lindt, Procter & Gamble, and The Hershey Company. In this episode… With Amazon a staple in e-commerce sales, brands must prioritize profitability to achieve success on the platform. Since 90% of customers never venture beyond the first results page, this requires maintaining product visibility. How can you accelerate growth on Amazon? As margins tighten and...
2023-10-181h 29What The Teck?Amazon Advertising: How To Harness PPC To Boost Product RankingsRitu Java is the Co-founder and CEO of PPC Ninja, which provides Amazon PPC software and management services to agencies and brands. She specializes in helping six, seven, and eight-figure sellers maximize profits on Amazon through strategic advertising. With more than 12 years of experience in the e-commerce space, Ritu has guided hundreds of sellers on the intricacies of Amazon advertising. In this episode… As sponsored listings dominate the first page of Amazon's search results, brands compete for visibility on the platform. Organic rankings take time to build awareness and generate conversions, whereas advertisements boost product po...
2023-10-111h 21What The Teck?An Educator's Perspective on Worksite Well-BeingDr. Mike Perko is a Professor of Public Health Education at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). He served as the Associate Director of Alabama Power's Good Health Makes Sense worksite health promotion program, recognized as one of the top 10 programs in America. In 1994, Dr. Perko developed the Survey to Predict Adolescent Athlete Dietary Supplement Use, which is used by researchers worldwide. As a high-rated speaker and authority figure in public health, he has authored nearly 50 peer-reviewed articles, has presented 100 national papers, and is the author of two books. In this episode… As new...
2023-10-0449 minWhat The Teck?How To Achieve Higher Retention Rates and Improve Your Bottom LineSteve Cadigan is a Talent Advisor at Cadigan Talent Ventures, which helps top organizations and leaders build compelling talent solutions for the digital era. As a keynote speaker on the future of work, he has been at the forefront of global talent strategy and company culture for the past 30 years. Steve was LinkedIn's first Chief HR Officer, scaling the company's talent from 400 to 4,000 in 3.5 years. He is the author of Workquake: Embracing the Aftershocks of COVID-19 to Create a Better Model of Working. Steve has been recognized by publications, including The Wall Street Journal and Fortune, as a...
2023-09-271h 16What The Teck?Global Teck's Teck Stack: Tools, Software, and Platforms for a Productive Remote TeamRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-09-201h 48What The Teck?Identifying Hidden Operational Signals Through Communication and CollaborationRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-09-131h 15What The Teck?Operational Excellence: Managing Inventory Returns With EaseRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-09-061h 15What The Teck?Video Enhancement Techniques Anyone Can LeveragePhilipp Eggebrecht is the Technical Marketing Manager at Elgato, a leading provider of audio/visual technology for content creators. Having been with Elgato for 10 years, he has held various roles, including Technical Marketing Specialist and Community Coordinator. As a digital native, Philipp has experience in social media and software and hardware engineering. Neil Fluester is the Global Director of Technology Alliances at Crestron Electronics, the world's leading innovator and manufacturer of advanced control and automation systems. In his role, he works with partners to uncover new use cases and technical integrations, creating value for joint customers and d...
2023-08-301h 48What The Teck?The Future of Work for Busy Women and MinoritiesRachel Cottam is the Senior Content Marketing Manager at Lexion, an AI-powered contract management system. She is also the Founder and Co-leader of Women's ERG at Divvy and Clearlink. As a high school English teacher turned marketing director, Rachel went from a female-led career to being the only woman in the office. She created the "Allies at Work Playbook," which shares tactics to level the playing field for women and other minorities. In this episode… As the labor market tightens, businesses must reconsider their work models. By enforcing a return-to-work policy, some companies hav...
2023-08-2347 minWhat The Teck?How To Apply Data for Competitive Product ListingsColin Raja is the Owner of RIMSports, a brand and manufacturer of workout gear and exercise equipment. With a shared love for sports and fitness, Colin and his wife launched RIMSports' products on Amazon before expanding into large-scale e-commerce and other online platforms. As a seven-figure seller and Amazon growth consultant, he has experience in brand strategy, product launches, e-commerce marketing, and the customer journey. In this episode… Are your product listings optimized for the customer experience? As competition in the Amazon landscape intensifies, sellers must devise new methods to secure conversions. Learn the secrets of...
2023-08-161h 26What The Teck?Context-Switching and How To Avoid ItRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-08-091h 15What The Teck?The State of Remote WorkRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-08-021h 14What The Teck?Inside VaynerMedia: Unveiling the Secrets of the TikTok EraJon Morgenstern is the EVP and Head of Investment at VaynerMedia, a contemporary global creative and media agency. In his role, he leads the agency's media buying practice across international channels. As a media buying leader, Jon has experience in the digital and auction-based ads ecosystem. He has executed brand and direct-response media programs for Fortune 500 brands across major verticals. In this episode… With short-form video content's surge in popularity, creative media is gaining rapid traction, and brands are competing for audience engagement on social platforms. Additionally, generative AI is revolutionizing social media, making it a v...
2023-07-2648 minWhat The Teck?Transitioning to a Fully Remote Work Environment: A Case StudyRolando Rosas is the Founder of Global Teck Worldwide, which offers business and office technology for seamless customer communications. In his role, he leads his team to provide insights on e-commerce trends, digital marketplace strategies, and client success metrics. Rolando is also the Founder of CircuitLoops.com, which uses AI to match businesses to the lowest-priced internet service provider. As an entrepreneur, he has founded three startups and hosts the What The Teck? podcast. Dave Kelly is the General Manager of Global Teck Worldwide and the co-host of the What The Teck? podcast. He holds a bachelor's...
2023-07-0543 minWhat The Teck?Building Valuable Amazon Partnerships: Insights From a Shark Tank VeteranLeslie Pierson is the President of Hot Taco Inc, a card game development company started by her son when he was just seven and created the popular strategic card game Taco vs Burrito. As an inventor, serial entrepreneur, and partner of Shark Tank's Lori Greiner, she launched her product GoodHangups through Kickstarter and grew the product's exposure on TV shows such as The View and Good Morning America. Leslie has received three issued utility patents and has experience in e-commerce, advertising, entrepreneurship, and graphic design. In this episode… In Amazon's competitive landscape, sellers often employ var...
2023-06-281h 09What The Teck?Traction Tactics: Leveraging the L10 Meeting for eCommerce Growth With Yoni KozminskiYoni Kozminski is the Co-founder and CEO of Escala, a digital transformation consultancy for e-commerce brands. He is also the Founding Partner of South Col, an e-commerce accelerator company, and the Co-founder and CEO of MultiplyMii, an offshore staffing agency helping global businesses reduce operating costs, increase profitability, and find leading talent. Previously, Yoni was an Amazon private label seller and spent 10 years in digital marketing and creative advertising in various countries. He is also the host of the podcast Successful Scales. In this episode… In Amazon's costly and competitive landscape, sellers struggle to accelerate th...
2023-06-2154 minWhat The Teck?Unlocking the Secrets of eCommerce and Tax Compliance: Expert Advice With Michael FlemingMichael J. Fleming, CMI, is the Founder and President of Sales Tax and More (STM), a consulting and solutions firm specializing in state and local taxes. Before STM, he was the Director at Peisner Johnson, where he became one of the country's leading authorities on state tax issues, including nexus, drop-shipping, e-commerce, and business licensing. As an industry thought leader, Michael has spoken at national events and is frequently interviewed and quoted by major publications. In this episode… When it comes to tax payments, Amazon and other online sellers must navigate increasingly complex regulations that va...
2023-06-1456 minWhat The Teck?The Secrets of Concept to Conversion: Unveiling eCommerce Strategies With Josh HadleyJosh Hadley is the Founder and CEO of Hadley Designs, an online graphic design boutique where customers can choose, design, download, and print home decor and invitations. Josh is also an e-commerce business consultant and the host of the eComm Breakthrough Podcast, which is dedicated to helping brands exceed eight-figure profits. Before starting Hadley Designs and eComm Breakthrough Consulting, Josh honed his business, marketing, and project management skills as an executive for American Airlines. In this episode… Amazon has augmented its ad listings, with up to 60% of sponsored products displayed on the top-of-search page for ge...
2023-06-0751 minWhat The Teck?Understanding Amazon To Sell and Advertise EffectivelyKevin Sanderson is the Founder of Maximizing Ecommerce, which helps people launch and grow an e-commerce business. He is also the Vice President of Marketing at My Amazon Guy, a full-service Amazon agency increasing sales through traffic and conversion improvements. Kevin has been selling on Amazon since 2015 and has worked for two Fortune 500 companies and a rapidly growing insurance agency. As a self-proclaimed Amazon, e-commerce, and marketing nerd, he hosts the Maximizing Ecommerce podcast to help entrepreneurs optimize their Amazon businesses. In this episode… When it comes to selling and advertising on Amazon, there are nu...
2023-05-3152 minWhat The Teck?How to Structure Your Ideal Amazon BusinessKevin King hosts the AM/PM Podcast, which helps entrepreneurs sell on Amazon FBA and create and market private-label products. Since his start on Amazon in 1999, he has created, developed, and guided hundreds of products from inception to market. Kevin started five private label brands on Amazon, grossing over $2.4 million in product revenue. He was also named by Target Marketing magazine as one of the Top 40 Direct Marketers Under 40, and his e-commerce insights have been featured in The New York Times, USA Today, and The Wall Street Journal. In this episode… When contemplating selling on Am...
2023-05-2559 minWhat The Teck?Evolving Landscape: Crucial Advice and Helpful Strategies for Amazon SellersSteven Pope is the Founder of My Amazon Guy (MAG), a full-service marketing agency known as the "Wikipedia of Amazon knowledge" that serves 300-plus brands. MAG provides over 1,500 tutorial videos on YouTube, educating hopefuls on how to grow sales on Amazon. Steven helps clients grow through onsite and offsite channels, including SEO, SEM, and social media. With over a decade of experience in corporate marketing and e-commerce, he's worked for multiple product brands, including serving as the Digital Marketing Manager for APMEX, Inc., which achieved 10 million additional website visits under his direction. In this episode… Ope...
2023-05-1755 minWhat The Teck?How To Be an Independent, Customer-Focused Sales RepresentativeRonnell Richards is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, host, business consultant, and the Founder of Business & Bourbon, a podcast turned platform helping business professionals network and build relationships. As a serial entrepreneur and sales leader, he has helped build and scale companies through fractional leadership and coaching. Ronnell is the author of Shut The Hell Up And Sell and has been featured in publications, including Inc., Forbes, Gwinnett Business Journal, and numerous others. In this episode… The widespread use of CRMs and other management software has diverted from foundational business models and practices like relationship building and...
2023-05-101h 01What The Teck?Adapting Your Leadership Style for Remote WorkSteve Cadigan is a Talent Advisor at Cadigan Talent Ventures, which helps top organizations and leaders build compelling talent solutions for the digital era. As a keynote speaker on the future of work, he has been at the forefront of global talent strategy and company culture for the past 30 years. Steve was LinkedIn's first Chief HR Officer, having scaled the company's talent from 400 to 4,000 in 3.5 years. He is the author of Workquake and has been recognized as an exceptional world-class performer in culture by the Wall Street Journal, Fortune magazine, and other publications. In 2021, Steve was recognized a...
2023-05-0352 minWhat The Teck?Best Practices for Improving the Contact Center ExperienceBrandon Knight is the Head of Global Channel Customer Experience at Zoom, where he cultivates a world-class customer experience on various channels. As a contact center and channel expert, he served as the VP of Contact Center Practice at Telarus, one of Zoom's leading partners. Brandon is a DEI advocate and serves on various boards, including EmployBridge, Channel Futures, and Xposure Inclusion & Diversity Council, which he co-founded. In this episode… Many organizations have embraced new technology like AI and automation, but contact centers are less savvy. This is because companies hesitate to provide consultants with the...
2023-04-2647 minWhat The Teck?Facilitating Broadband Capabilities To Address Communal ConcernsCraig "CJ" Settles is an industry analyst, speaker, and author. Saved from a stroke by telehealth, he now unites community broadband teams and healthcare stakeholders through telehealth projects that transform healthcare delivery. CJ conducts industry needs analyses to improve economic development, healthcare, education, and local government. He has provided community broadband consulting services since authoring Fighting the Good Fight for Municipal Wireless in 2005. In this episode… With the healthcare industry adopting digital technology, the demand for telehealth to address long-term care management has increased. This requires widespread access to reliable broadband connections. But insufficient funding hin...
2023-04-1945 minWhat The Teck?[ENCORE] The Primal Brain: Five Primal Instincts Every Business Should Know With Tim AshTim Ash is an international keynote speaker on evolutionary psychology and digital marketing, an author, and a marketing advisor. He is the author of Unleash The Primal Brain and the bestselling author of Landing Page Optimization. Tim is also the Founder of SiteTuners, a strategic conversion rate optimization agency. As a thought leader, he has been mentioned by Forbes as a Top-10 Online Marketing Expert and by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the Top-15 Online Marketing Influencers To Watch. Tim is the Founder and former Chairperson of the worldwide Digital Growth Unleashed conference series and the former o...
2023-04-121h 00What The Teck?Work From Anywhere: How To Become a Digital NomadJohn Lee is the Co-founder and CEO of Work From Anywhere, a platform that helps companies execute a compliant global hiring strategy. He also founded CultureMee, an intercultural communications platform that won "Best Travel Technology Product" at the Global Youth Travel Awards in 2018. Before Work From Anywhere and CultureMee, John held senior finance roles and traveled to over 150 locations in a 10-year period, where he witnessed the challenges of managing complex corporate and individual taxes and employment law across multiple jurisdictions. In this episode… Remote work is becoming mainstream, initiating a demand for digital nomad wo...
2023-04-0552 minWhat The Teck?Finding Your Work Fit: Dismantling the 40-HourWork WeekDan Smolen is the Executive Producer and host of the What's Your Work Fit? podcast, an engagement platform bringing together today's business and workplace thought leaders, hiring managers, and career seekers. As a skilled communicator and thought leader, he is nationally recognized as an advocate for the future of work and employees doing meaningful work. Dan began his career in advertising and marketing, earning a US patent for his digital marketing and targeting methodology. After founding The Green Suits, a nationally respected talent recruitment firm, Dan published his first book, Tailoring the Green Suit. In t...
2023-03-291h 08What The Teck?TikTok Tips and Tricks: How To Develop Content for Brand PromotionFelecia Freely is a Senior Software Engineer at Capital One, a designer, writer, and content creator interested in social constructionism, sociology, philosophy, and technology. As a mid-tier influencer, she has 600K followers on TikTok. Felecia creates educational and entertaining content, focusing on complex topics by referencing famous thought experiments, theories, and awe-inspiring stories that encourage a deeper understanding of society. In this episode… TikTok is the leading social media platform, and brands are creating compelling content to market their products. But the platform's algorithm is often randomized, with videos appearing intermittently, so not everyone succeeds in...
2023-03-2254 minWhat The Teck?Spearheading Groundbreaking AI Robots for Elderly and Dementia CareDr. Arshia Khan is a Professor of Computer Science and the Director of Graduate Studies at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD). Her academic research involves deploying wearable sensors and assistive robotics to help maintain the quality of life for individuals affected with Alzheimer's, bipolar disorder, and pressure sores and to facilitate recovery after open heart surgery. Passionate about encouraging women in computing, Dr. Khan started UMD's Circle of Computing Women group. Her developments have been featured in numerous publications and news outlets, including TheNew York Times, Science Times, and NPR. In this episode… AI and r...
2023-03-1536 minWhat The Teck?The Secret To Competitive Product PricingChad Rubin is the Founder and CEO of Profasee, a dynamic pricing platform enabling brands to predict the optimum price for every product. He has built several successful companies, including Deep and Sassy, Think Crucial, and Skubana, which was acquired by 3PL Central. As a speaker and world-class Amazon expert, Chad gives presentations about e-commerce, SaaS, and Amazon at global conferences and webinars. He is also the co-author of the Amazon bestseller Cheaper Easier Direct. In this episode… Amazon's seller marketplace is advancing daily, and there are numerous factors impacting product pricing, including competition, keyword ra...
2023-03-0839 minWhat The Teck?Podcasting Strategies for Industry DevelopmentChad Franzen is a podcast host, writer, and Project Manager at Rise25, a company that helps B2B business owners connect with their ideal prospects, referral partners, and strategic partners through a done-for-you podcast service. As an experienced journalist, broadcaster, and storyteller, he has worked in news writing, sports broadcasting, and video and podcast production. Chad has also done play-by-play sports broadcasting at state championship games for high school basketball and football. In this episode… Traditionally, broadcasting has been a competitive industry to enter. But the widespread adoption of remote work has uncovered modern media av...
2023-03-0146 minWhat The Teck?Evolving Your Strategies To Generate Effective User ExperiencesDan Maccarone is the Co-founder and CEO of Charming Robot, a product design company creating digital experiences. For the past 20 years, he has been helping startups and media companies shape their online product strategies, including creating Hulu's original strategy and user experience. Dan also has experience in television, music, and print media, having worked with Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Saturday Night Live, Universal Music Group, and The Wall Street Journal. He also hosts the weekly podcast Story In a Bottle, where he speaks to tech industry experts, including founders, VCs, and user experience and visual designers. I...
2023-02-2244 minWhat The Teck?Debunking Myths About Cloud MigrationCharinna Kushnir is the Executive Vice President of Sales at Data Canopy, a company that offers infrastructure as a service to deliver data center solutions for the new economy. In her role, she has increased Data Canopy's sales productivity and improved vendor and client relationships. With more than 20 years of experience in channel sales, Charinna specializes in helping clients architect customized solutions focused on each company's individual needs, budget, and future goals. Before Data Canopy, she was the Director of Channel Sales at Momentum Telecom. In this episode… As remote work becomes mainstream, traditional hardware sy...
2023-02-1546 minWhat The Teck?Making Financial Management Fun and Finding Your "Why"Nicole Middendorf is the CEO and Wealth Advisor at Prosperwell Financial, a woman-owned financial practice that provides wealth management advice to help individuals and companies develop financial independence. She is also the author of five books, a world traveler, a philanthropist, and a public speaker. As Prosperwell Financial's wealth advisor and certified divorce financial analyst, Nicole helps people find happiness in life and feel comfortable with their money through one-on-one client meetings, writing books, presenting at conferences, and appearing on TV, radio, and other media. In this episode… Financial literacy is vital to leading a ful...
2023-02-0838 minWhat The Teck?Maximizing Profitability on AmazonTyler Jefcoat is the Founder and CEO of Seller Accountant, a company that helps Amazon sellers achieve maximum profitability through bookkeeping and strategy services. He provides financial coaching for sellers exceeding $100 million per year in e-commerce sales. Tyler also leads the Sellers Roundtable, an exclusive mastermind for seven and eight-figure sellers. Before founding Seller Accountant, he was the Co-founder and Managing Partner at Care to Continue, a home healthcare company that grew from zero to 100 employees within four years. In this episode… Is Amazon a profitable platform for sellers? In 2022, the website's traffic declined by 40-5...
2023-02-011h 05What The Teck?Call Center Rhetoric and Discourse: Telemarketing for the Modern Work EnvironmentRichard Blank is the CEO, President, and Bilingual Telemarketing Trainer for Costa Rica's Call Center, a state-of-the-art BPO telemarketing outsourcing company. Through his motivational public speaking style and appropriate rhetoric, Richard has been a proven bilingual trainer for 12 years. He also manages a school for advanced telemarketing and soft skills and is often sought-after for private training sessions and consultations. To expand Costa Rica's telecommunications and business appeal, Richard became a strategic partner of the Pacific Rim Chamber of Commerce and Solo Telecommunications. In this episode… In the past, telemarketing call centers were res...
2023-01-2545 minWhat The Teck?Selling on Amazon: Pointers From a Top Amazon Seller and Shark Tank VeteranSeneca Hampton is the Founder of Hampton Adams, Amazon's leading athletic tape brand. Hampton Adams serves over 600,000 customers and has produced over $15 million in revenue. As an entrepreneur and Amazon expert, Seneca has built multiple seven and eight-figure businesses in e-commerce, logistics, consulting, and speaking. He gained notoriety by appearing on Shark Tank, where he demonstrated how he scaled Hampton Adams. In this episode… What does it take to launch a business on Amazon? The seller's landscape is cutthroat and volatile, with failure just as common as success. So what makes an Amazon business profitable?...
2023-01-181h 20What The Teck?Dismantling the Barriers To Content CreationStephen G. Pope is the Founder and CEO of SGP Labs, which helps businesses create, scale, and distribute persuasive video content to build an audience. He helps busy people and organizations build automated content systems through coaching, consulting, and done-for-you solutions. Before SGP Labs, Steven founded and sold Project Ricochet, where he helped startups, mid-sized, and large companies create custom software to innovate, streamline, and grow their companies. In this episode… Video content creation is necessary for audience retention, yet many people feel insecure on camera, while others don't have time to put in the ef...
2023-01-1137 minWhat The Teck?Best Practices for TikTok Content CreationAron Sogi is a TikTok content creator sharing daily video and smartphone content creation tips. He has 13 years of experience in the film industry, having worked on prominent films, including The Dark Knight Rises, Murder on the Orient Express, and Star Wars: The Last Jedi. In this episode… Do you have what it takes to be a professional content creator? 50% of TikTok users exit a video within the first two to three seconds. So, how can you optimize content to maximize engagement? According to TikTok content creator Aron Sogi, you have to meet yo...
2023-01-0459 minWhat The Teck?How To Save Time With Data AutomationWill Christensen is the Co-founder and President of DataAutomation, a software company that automates data-heavy processes and builds custom integrations. He is also the Interim Product Manager for SellerLabs, which he manages through his holding company, EquityHammer. SellerLabs enables Amazon sellers to automate their manual processes around messaging, advertising, and data. As a go-to-market specialist, Will takes product iterations from zero to 100 customers. In this episode… Data and other forms of automation can be a substantial time saver for businesses. Yet, many companies are hesitant to adopt this technology based on the stigma that it re...
2022-12-2851 minWhat The Teck?Adapting to Remote Work Amid Network and Broadband ConstraintsTodd Miller is the VP of Technology Solutions at Nitel, a next-generation technology services provider. Nitel simplifies enterprise organizations' complex technology challenges to create seamless and integrated managed network solutions. Todd has held various roles at Nitel, including VP of Product and Sales Engineering and VP of Information Technology and Product Engineering. Before Nitel, he was the Chief Technology Officer at John Drake & Associates and the Network Services and Security Practice Leader at CIBER. In this episode… As businesses shift to remote work, employees are experiencing sluggish network connections resulting from bandwidth constraints. So, how ca...
2022-12-2140 minWhat The Teck?The Best Cities for Remote Work With Sascha SeganSascha Segan is the Senior Public Relation Manager at Qualcomm, the world's leading wireless technology innovator. Previously, he was the Lead Mobile Analyst for PCMag at Ziff Davis. PCMag covers the latest technology, product reviews, news, tips, and deals. During his time at PCMag, Sascha wrote and directed coverage of mobile phones, tablets, wireless carriers, wrote opinion columns, developed new editorial products, and reviewed over a thousand products. He also appeared in national and international media discussing wireless industry topics. In this episode… With the widespread adoption of remote work, one concern remains top of mind...
2022-12-141h 00What The Teck?The Do's and Don'ts of Selling on AmazonCJ Rosenbaum is an Attorney and Partner at Rosenbaum & Segall, PC, which helps Amazon sellers protect their accounts from suspensions and trademark, patent, and copyright infringements. With over 25 years of experience representing entrepreneurs, he has written six books on Amazon product sales and account suspensions and has participated in dozens of global Amazon speaking events. CJ started the firm so that Amazon Sellers have someone to turn to for help. Before venturing into the Amazon space, he was a trial lawyer. CJ was quoted in the following media about Amazon suspensions & appeals: Forbes, CNBC, FOX Business, The W...
2022-12-071h 08What The Teck?The Future of Finance: Cryptocurrency, NTFs, and BlockchainAdam Mastrelli is a Partner at Woodstock Fund, a Web 3.0 investment fund. In this role, he focuses on business development and investor relations for DeFi, Web 3.0, gaming, and the metaverse. Adam is also the Founding Partner of Deal.Game and held various roles at IBM, including Digital Assets and Banking, Blockchain Lab Services, Global Client Executive, and Account Services. In this episode… With cryptocurrency gaining traction in the stock market, many people want to capitalize on its financial benefits. So, what does this digital currency entail, and what should you consider before investing? Cr...
2022-11-301h 15What The Teck?The Secrets to Launching and Running a B2B PodcastDr. Jeremy Weisz is the Co-founder of Rise25, a company that helps B2B business owners connect with their ideal prospects, referral partners, and strategic partners through a done-for-you podcast service. Dr. Weisz has been involved in podcasting for 11 years and was a senior producer for one of the early business podcasts; he assisted in putting all of their systems in place and helped them add volume, feature, and edify various business leaders. Dr. Weisz has also been running his own podcast, Inspired Insider, since 2011. He has featured top entrepreneurs, founders, and CEOs of companies such as...
2022-11-2342 minWhat The Teck?Technology Trends in a Remote Work EnvironmentScott Houston is the Field Sales Engineer at EPOS, a company that delivers high-end audio solutions designed for enterprise and gaming. In his role, he provides experience in telecom peripherals, including headsets, speakerphones, video collaborations, and asset management software. He also assists with troubleshooting and communicating with a global support team to resolve customer issues and communicates with product management and development teams to keep up with market trends. Before EPOS, Scott was a Product Specialist in Consumer Electronics at Sennheiser Electronic Corp. In this episode… The pandemic created a shift in technology trends as bus...
2022-11-1638 minWhat The Teck?Hybrid Work Models, Cloud Migration, and Microsoft TeamsCharinna Kushnir is the Executive Vice President of Sales at Data Canopy, a company that offers infrastructure as a service to deliver data center solutions for the new economy. In her role, she has increased Data Canopy's sales productivity and improved vendor and client relationships. With more than 20 years of experience in channel sales, Charinna specializes in helping clients architect customized solutions focused on each company's individual needs, budget, and future goals. Before Data Canopy, she was the Director of Channel Sales at Momentum Telecom. In this episode… The pandemic has forced businesses to shift to...
2022-11-0935 minWhat The Teck?Best Practices for Transitioning Communications to the CloudDeLaine Clifford is the President of Communication Ace, where she helps businesses transition from an on-premise phone system to the cloud. As the most wanted woman in telecom, she has spent more than 16 years educating and navigating her clients' communications. DeLaine consults companies on evaluating multiple providers, identifying the best price, mapping out the deployment, and planning for employee adoption. Before Communication Ace, she was the Senior Communications Consultant at Gsolutionz. In this episode… With the widespread adoption of remote work and the evolution of new technology, businesses are facing a major shift in communication. Giv...
2022-11-0231 minWhat The Teck?Insights, Success, and Adapting To Changing Business PatternsAqeel Shahid is the Vice President of Global Strategic Partners at Vonage, a company that delivers communication devices and platforms to businesses. In his role, he works with and supports key strategic channel partners and distributors globally to develop and implement a successful distribution channel. With over 20 years of experience building sales channels and programs for business cloud solutions, Aqeel maximizes sales volumes through relationship building, coaching, planning, negotiating favorable deals, and securing strategic alliances. In this episode… As technology continues to evolve, businesses face new challenges in communication and culture. Executives must adapt their le...
2022-10-2450 minWhat The Teck?Cultivating an Equitable Environment for CaregiversTara Campbell Lussier is the Founder and Realtor at Pearson Smith Realty, a full-service residential real estate brokerage firm. As a serial entrepreneur, she is the former Founder and CEO of Arrow, an employer-sponsored family benefits platform she built from ideation through scaling. Tara has been named both a Loudoun 40 Under 40 honoree and a DC Power Woman of Tech by DCA. Her accomplishments have been featured in several local publications, including the Washington Business Journal, Northern Virginia Magazine, and Loudoun Now. In this episode… The pandemic has created a greater demand for family benefits in the w...
2022-10-241h 01What The Teck?Preparing for an Online Job InterviewSally Thornton is the Founder and CEO of Forshay, a firm that offers executive recruiting, interim consulting, and diversity and inclusion consulting. The company was awarded #290 on the Inc. 5000 "Fastest-Growing Private Companies" list for 2015. Before founding Forshay, Sally was the Co-founder and CEO of Flexperience, which — under her leadership — grew into a nationally-acclaimed firm and was awarded the "Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies" in 2010 by the San Francisco Business Times.; She is a frequent keynote speaker on various topics, including the future of work, women in leadership, diversity and inclusion, the science of work-life balance, and talent recruitment and enga...
2022-10-2458 minWhat The Teck?Cultivating Connections With DatasetsEva Reid is the Owner of Eva Reid Consulting, where she provides professional life and career coaching to women in STEM and other fields where they are underrepresented. She is also the IT Data Manager at the DC Department of Health. With over 25 years of experience in information technology, project management, and training, Eva has been recognized for the caliber and creativity of her work as a technical workshop presenter and facilitator in professional, corporate, and government settings. She provides leadership and oversight for the DC Area Women in GIS Group and the DC Government Women in Technology Group. E...
2022-10-241h 13What The Teck?Advocating for Remote WorkBarbie Brewer is the Global Executive of People and Culture at LG Ads Solutions, a TV data company with the industry's largest TV viewership footprint. As a passionate and resilient leader in the HR space, she has pioneered, nurtured, and grown some of the most innovative and successful workforces around the globe while becoming an industry thought leader in remote and hybrid work. With over 20 years of HR experience holding management, vice president, and C-suite positions worldwide, Barbie has played an integral part in some of the world's most well-known brands, including Cisco, Netflix, and ClickUp. She s...
2022-10-241h 02What The Teck?Addressing Remote Work BiasesShane Howard is the Founder of Vision154, a full-service brand and talent management agency helping clients with social and digital marketing campaigns. As an internationally-recognized entrepreneur and talent agent, Shane consults, advises, and represents global thought leaders that speak and consult on the future of work, remote work, innovation, and company culture. Before Vision154, he built an international sports company spanning 53 countries helping teen athletes access university scholarships. In this episode… With the evolution of work styles, many leaders struggle to adapt to employees' demands for flexibility and deny these requests in favor of traditional sy...
2022-10-241h 05What The Teck?Price Versus Compensation: Attracting and Retaining Top TalentVerne Harnish is the Owner of Scaling Up, a company that provides education, coaching, and technology services to help mid-market companies worldwide build and execute a strategic plan. Scaling Up has over 180 partners on six continents. Verne chairs the annual ScaleUp Summits and serves on several boards, including Chair of The Riordan Clinic, Co-founder and Chair of Geoversity, and Board Member of the Million Dollar Women community. As a world-leading expert, keynote speaker, author, and entrepreneur in the business growth field, Verne has spent more than 30 years educating entrepreneurial teams. Verne is the Founder of the Entrepreneurs...
2022-10-2457 minWhat The Teck?The Future of Work With Steve CadiganSteve Cadigan is a Talent Advisor at Cadigan Talent Ventures, which helps top organizations and leaders build compelling talent solutions for the digital era. As a keynote speaker on the future of work, he has been at the forefront of global talent strategy and company culture for the past 30 years. Steve was LinkedIn's first Chief HR Officer, having scaled the company talent from 400 to 4,000 in 3.5 years. He is the author of Workquake and has been recognized as an exceptional world-class performer in culture by The Wall Street Journal, Fortune magazine, and other publications. In 2021, Steve was recognized a...
2022-10-2447 minWhat The Teck?Deconstructing TikTok: How to Leverage, Optimize, and Reprogram TikTok's AlgorithmFelecia Freely is a Senior Software Engineer at Capital One, a designer, writer, and content creator interested in social constructionism, sociology, philosophy, and technology. As a mid-tier influencer, she has over 400K followers on TikTok. Felecia creates educational and entertaining content, focusing on complex topics by referencing famous thought experiments, theories, and awe-inspiring stories that encourage a deeper understanding of society. In this episode… When creating content on TikTok, many users don't understand its unique algorithm and, as a result, struggle to engage audiences. So, how can you effectively leverage this social platform to produce co...
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