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FutureCreatorsInsights on Verizon’s $20 Billion Acquisition of FrontierRobert Braathe and Francis McInerney offer their thoughts on Verizon's recent $20 billion acquisition of Frontier.
2024-11-0806 minFutureCreatorsWhat Is Happening with Legacy Telecom (Specifically, BCE)?In this episode, Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney discuss the latest happenings with Legacy Telecom and specifically, BCE.
2024-10-2104 minFutureCreatorsHow Can Japan Survive Cyberspace Fractalization?In this episode, Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney take a look at Japan and the country's path through fractalized cyberspace, which may prove to be tricky.
2024-07-0808 minFutureCreatorsWho is Going to Benefit from This Edgeless Fog of Fractalized Cyberspace?Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney of Future Creators continue their discussion about fractalization and consider who the major benefactors are in the ever-changing world of cyberspace.
2024-06-2808 minFutureCreatorsFractalization of ERPIn this episode, Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney break down the complex world of fractalization and ERP, and the changes legacy ERP companies like SAP may need to make sooner rather than later.
2024-06-1907 minFutureCreatorsThe Monetization of Information Surfaces and FractalizationToday, Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney further discuss the ongoing situation between Tik Tok, China, and the United States. What does the future look like for Tik Tok?
2024-06-1007 minFutureCreatorsTikTok and The US Application of Chinese Cyberspace PoliciesToday, Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney of Future Creators further discuss the ongoing situation between Tik Tok, China, and the United States. What does the future look like for Tik Tok?
2024-05-3006 min
Secret Life of CEOsRobert Braathe - Career Service StationJoin us on this week’s episode as Christine Smith interviews Robert Braathe about his 17 years as a business owner, including his most successful venture, the Career Service Station.
A bit more about our guest:
Robert Braathe founded Braathe Enterprises in 2005. In 2018, the Career Service Station by Braathe Enterprises was launched and Robert has helped over 800 clients find the job they desire and deserve with a better resume and online LinkedIn presence.
He has been an adjunct professor since 2007 at several colleges including HVCC and University of New...
2023-06-0729 min
Behavior Strategies 4 Class61: Gratitude Affects BehaviorWhen your attitude is grateful you are that positive example for your students! Gratitude changes behavior. Listen in to how that makes a difference for your students.
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2022-11-2219 min
Breath In, Write OutThe Art of NetworkingThis week’s episode is about the art of networking. We thought this topic would be helpful to students who have recently graduated and are working on finding their first full-time job. While job searching can be very stressful, having the right tools and strategy can make success easy.
Robert Braathe is the founder of Braathe Enterprises, serving as a business trainer and leader of The Career Service Station, BEYourStart and TEMPO Business Training. Mr. Braathe received his MBA from Western Connecticut State University and his Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality from UMass. In addition, he has ta...
2022-05-0656 min
Five Minute MotivationGratitude and attitude.Life is challenging. And, if it's not...maybe you aren't challenging yourself enough.How you experience your day to day is very much about how you perceive the things that are happening around you, and how you choose to perceive them. In this episode we delve into a quote that discusses gratitude and attitude, and Patrick and Brian discuss why those two things are so important."Gratitude and attitude are not challenges; they are choices."Robert J. BraatheWe are truly grateful for all of our listeners far and wide, and we hope t...
2021-11-1520 min
Buenos Días con Belinda16. Buenos Días con Belinda - Robert BraatheLa gratitud y la actitud no son desafíos; ambas son elecciones.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/belinda-jimenez/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/belinda-jimenez/support
2021-03-0901 minFutureCreatorsUpdate: Apple and AutomotiveIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe Apple’s move to expand its market through automotive and healthcare developments. Already touching upon health with its Apple Watch, “Project Titan” may bring automotive developments and revolutionize the market. Politics may interfere, however, due to direct dealership policies.
2021-01-2807 minFutureCreatorsManufacturing RepatriationIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe what manufacturing may look like as the information velocity curve progresses. The numbers show that it is now cheaper to manufacture on the home-front as opposed to outsourcing. Right now, companies need a business model and ecosystem that eliminates “wait states”.
2021-01-1809 minFutureCreatorsContent Caching at the DeviceIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe content caching on an individual level, its evident diffusion, and its potential for monetization. As devices turn into day-traders, the world faces a caching revolution that may lead to severe structural change.
2021-01-0801 minFutureCreatorsOur Track Record at Future CreatorsIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe three companies Future Creators has been following, AT&T, Verizon, and Crown Castle. Due to its straightforward approach and numeral strategy, so far all predictions have been extremely accurate.
2020-12-3008 minFutureCreatorsA Geopolitical Event of Massive Consequence in ChinaIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe the Chinese Communist Party’s inevitable failure to participate in a global market due to the rejection of Jack Ma’s Ant Group and the Information Cost-Velocity Curve. Only drastic governmental change can save China from the Party.
2020-12-2008 minFutureCreatorsCyberspace Inflation and The Edgleless FogIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe the “Edgeless Fog”, a term for cyberspace inflation that stretches beyond “The Cloud”. This new information surface has substantial monetary value— the problem is global networks and cell tower companies are unprepared for these advances. To hear more on this subject check out a live event hosted by Future Creators, email francis@future-creators.com for more information.
2020-12-1006 minFutureCreatorsOur Track Record at Future CreatorsIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe three companies Future Creators has been following, AT&T, Verizon, and Crown Castle. Due to its straightforward approach and numeral strategy, so far all predictions have been extremely accurate.
2020-12-0709 minFutureCreatorsAT+T’s Acquisitions Lead to Bad Debt and Inevitable BreakupIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe AT&T’s outstanding debt and the likelihood of a large crash in the company’s future. The mismanagement of funds combined with the decline in wireless service revenues forces large telecommunication companies to evaluate what is a worthwhile investment and when it’s time to throw in the towel.
2020-11-3007 min
The Mo and Katy ShowThe Mo & Katy Show Podcast Episode 12Summary:- Dunkin Fan married his "Sugar"- Thoughtful Young Artist- Most hated font- National Absurdity Day, Peanut Butter Fudge Day, and Go Hug a Runner Day- Shared Experience: Saving Money- Game - "Hey Alexa/Ok Google"- Gratitude quote: “Gratitude and attitude are not challenges; they are choices." Robert BraatheLinks:- The Mo & Katy Show Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/themoandkatyshow- Song: It is Fun -- www.hooksounds.comLinks:- The Mo & Katy Show Facebook Page...
2020-11-2026 minFutureCreatorsThe Next Step in the Global Meltdown of Communications CompaniesIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe the breaking down of the telecommunication industry due to poor balance sheets and the fact that wireless service generators are in decline. The split between infrastructure creators and carriers is impacting the industry, so companies must focus on elevating their frequency and scale into the new cyberspace.
2020-11-2008 min
Ownit! PowercastEP074 Life Lessons and Silver LiningsWelcome to episode 74 where we focus on the concepts of learning to look for and learn from the gentle life lessons that keep "showing up" for us, along with finding the good amongst the difficult we are walking through. Being more mindful and purposeful can actually help us feel more centered and empowered when we are going through it. In this episode, we talk first about how if we look deeply, we can find the lesson or lessons that keep showing up in our life via conflict, disappointment and other consequences. Then we process how finding the go...
2020-11-1734 minFutureCreatorsIntelligent Towers - a Major Transition Opportunity in the Cell Tower BusinessIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe the limited reach of today’s standard cell phone towers, and introduces the idea of an information surface beyond the Cloud: the “edgeless fog”. Utilizing a Neutral Network Enabling Platform, cell towers can elevate into cyberspace, connect with one another and introduce themselves into a new monetary information competition.
2020-11-1107 minFutureCreatorsScaling IBMIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe IBM’s position in the tech. companies’ race into further cyberspace, focussing on the necessity for the company to monetize their information surfaces and strategic future joint ventures.
2020-10-3007 minFutureCreatorsScaling Semiconductors: The China ProblemIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe China’s information control policies that have affected acquisitions of several large tech. companies and ask the question: it is cost-effective for America to continue doing business with China?
2020-10-2006 minFutureCreatorsStill No Mention of The Information Cost Velocity Curve from US Election CandidatesIn this episode of the podcast, Francis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe the utilization of the information cost velocity curve, or its lack thereof, in reference to all forms of social issues including politics, clean energy, education, healthcare, and whether the FCC is managing wireless connection properly.
2020-10-1304 minFutureCreatorsBritish Telecom Under Pressure to Sell ItselfIn this episode of the Podcast, Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney discuss the pressure British Telecom is under to sell itself. With stock being down 90%, sales in the past 3 years being down 5% and mobile revenue being down 2% in the last 2 years, British Telecom is definitely going under. Why hasn’t management done anything in the last 20 years to fix their core business model? Members of future creators can download this analysis from our website.
2020-09-1007 minFutureCreatorsThe COVID Crisis and Health Care Information OptimizationFrancis McInerney and Robert Braathe discuss US healthcare and the chaos that comes with it. With COVID, the US is approaching 50% of our WW2 casualties, in only 6-7 months time, which is a very troubling stat. How is it that the US can be so behind when it comes to healthcare? Listen in for more information on this.
2020-08-3105 minFutureCreatorsWill the 2020 Presidential Election Winner Grasp The Information Cost Velocity Curve?As we are now less than 100 days away from the 2020 US Presidential Election, Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney discuss what we would like to see the winner of the upcoming election produce. Tune in for key metrics and policies that the winner must implement.
2020-08-2607 minFutureCreatorsNo Outsiders for Boards in JapanIn this episode of the Podcast, Francis McInerney and Robert Braathe discuss the need for a board and the reasons as to why there are no outsiders for boards in Japan. There are many reasons why a company should have outsiders on their board, so why does Japan only include insiders on their boards? Listen in for more information on this issue.
2020-08-2106 minFutureCreatorsJapan - An Entire Nation Stays Out of The CloudRobert Braathe and Francis McInerney converse about Japan and how it’s possible for an entire nation to stay out of the cloud. Francis explains that in the business realm of Japan, IT is not taken seriously. Francis explains that in Japan, there is a deeply rooted resistance to things as large as ERP, which is quite a tragedy.
2020-08-0105 minFutureCreatorsCarter - The Last True Liberal President and His Impact on Future CreatorsRobert Braathe speaks with Francis McInerney about the last true Liberal President, Jimmy Carter, who deregulated transportation. None of the companies we know and love, like Costco, FedEx, Apple and Paypal, could have existed without Jimmy Carter’s work. This is a discussion every future creator should hear.
2020-07-3005 minFutureCreatorsWalmart Sales Boom During COVID-19Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney discuss the recent boom in Walmart sales during COVID-19. Francis elaborates that it is not just COVID-19 and quarantine shopping at play, but also Walmart’s business model and retail operation. Comparable to Amazon, Walmart has created a business model allowing them astronomical working capital freedom.
2020-07-2704 minFutureCreatorsTikTok Troubles in India and USRobert Braathe speaks with Francis McInerney about the seemingly thriving app, TikTok. While appearing successful from outside, TikTok faces numerous issues and conflicts behind the scenes of the trending dance moves and stories. Robert and Francis discuss the numerous issues and conflicts, mainly party conflicts, behind TikTok’s being banned from India as well as threats of bans from the U.S.
2020-07-2404 minFutureCreatorsHong Kong Business Returns To The PastRobert Braathe speaks with Francis McInerney on Hong Kong’s recent return to the past in terms of rules and regulations. Francis elaborates on how this behavior will affect business models everywhere, with Hong Kong being one of the world’s finance centers.
With topics such as politics, Magna Carta, Communism and the future of the business world as we know it, this is a discussion every future creator should hear.
2020-07-2004 minFutureCreatorsBreakup of CSP’s - Big Common CarriersThe other side of wi-fi is in deep deep trouble. Company balance sheets don't free CSP's to spend money on platforms like 5G that are supposed to rescue them. What's next? Learn more from Francis McInerney of Future Creators in his regular podcast, moderated by Robert Braathe.
2020-07-0108 minFutureCreatorsFilling in the Blanks - Credit Suisse 100 Page Report about Cell TowersCredit Suisse recently issued a 100 page report about cell towers. Francis McInerney fills in the blanks from this report in his regular podcast with Robert Braathe
2020-06-2205 minFutureCreatorsFacebook Invests In IndiaFrancis McInerney discusses with Robert Braathe Facebook's foray into India. Is this a numbers play or is there something more here? Francis will share insights to describe Facebook's move and what alternatives may have been better options
2020-05-1105 minFutureCreatorsMicrosoft and The 5 AsMicrosoft has made some sound moves into the 5 As. What are the 5 As? Listen in to the insights from Francis McInerney of FutureCreators, moderated by Robert Braathe. Francis has over 40 years of experience in the telecom industry.
2020-05-0107 minFutureCreatorsThe Blind Fall of The World's Largest IndustriesFrancis McInerney and Robert Braathe discuss how the shift in revenue streams in fields like banking, telecom, electric, oil and gas may lead to upheaval in these industries. Hear about innovations from Future Creator members Ubiquitous Energy, 6 Harmonics and OmniMesh.
2020-03-0410 minFutureCreatorsXerox and HP - C Companies Don't Mix Well with A CompaniesIn this episode of the Podcast, Francis McInerney and Robert Braathe discuss why A Grade Company HP is not a good match with C Grade Company Xerox.
2019-11-1405 min
FutureCreatorsEU and GoogleThe real issue is not how Google licenses Android. This may or may not be a problem for EU antitrust people. The real issue is, why are there no EU Googles, Facebooks, Apples, et al? What went wrong in the EU? It was designed in theory to foster these new generations of companies. Something didn’t work. FutureCreators know what it is. Recorded 7/21/2018 in New York by Robert Braathe and Francis McInerney - Future-Creators.com
2018-09-1400 min
FutureCreatorsInformation Surfaces and Mergers and AcquisitionsWhat You Will Learn The conventional wisdom says that M+A buys scale, but our FutureCreators insight says that it is the Inforamtion surface that creates scale. Learn more in this informative podcast featuring Francis McInerney, interviewed by Robert Braathe. Recorded October 9, 2017.
2017-11-0620 min
Source of Innovation5 to 7 Talk - PricingIn the first of our 5 to 7 Talk series (5 to 7 Minutes of business info), listen to Robert Braathe discuss some pricing strategies for businesses to consider for products and services, and view a PDF that shares some basic pricing considerations at the link below.
Pricing Concepts and Strategies
2017-11-0100 minSource of InnovationKate Cartini - Upstate Venture Connect - Chloe CapitalKate Cartini joins Robert Braathe to discuss Upstate Venture Connect, Chloe Capital and Other Resources available in the Capital Region and Upstate New York.
2017-08-1700 min
FutureCreatorsIBM - A Culture of Think or A Culture of Stink?Francis McInerney (interviewed by Robert Braathe) of North River Ventures discusses how Future Creators can assist IBM with their business development, growth and opportunities.
2017-07-2411 minSource of InnovationJoe Arcuri - DashMetrics.Io - Overit Studios - Source of InnovationRobert Braathe speaks with Joe Arcuri about the Capital Region Startup community, UX / UI, DashMetrics and the Overit Studios.
2017-07-0500 min
FutureCreatorsAmazon and Whole Foods - Thoughts from Francis McInerney and Future CreatorsHear Francis McInerney speak with Robert Braathe about the Amazon Acquisition of Whole Foods.
2017-06-2813 minSource of InnovationChris Thompson - DashMetrics - Saratoga Springs, NYChris Thompson of Saratoga Springs, NY talks with Robert Braathe on the Source of Innovation Podcast about DashMetrics, Sharatoga Tech Talks and his life as an entrepreneur.
DashMetrics is a platform that enables individuals and companies to create easily digestible infographic dashboards and share them either privately via teams, or publicly via social media.
Sharatoga Tech Talks is a monthly meetup for technology professionals in the Saratoga Springs, NY and Capital District area. 4-5 individuals presenting ~10 minute tech talks on various topics ranging from software development, social media strategy, product development, UI/UX graphic design, marketing & advertising, and iOS/Android mob...
2017-05-1600 minSource of InnovationAnastasia Lewitinn - Butterfly Wings - Live from Troy Innovation GarageListen to Anastasia Lewitinn discuss Butterfly Wings with Robert Braathe, recorded at Troy Innovation Garage. Recorded in February 2017
2017-04-0400 min
FutureCreatorsWhy Do Companies Get it Wrong? Will Apple Buy Disney?Francis McInerney speaks with Robert Braathe about what companies do wrong in retail and other sectors, as well as Francis' prediction that Apple will buy Disney.
2017-04-0216 minSource of InnovationRyan Van Amburgh - SEDC - Advance Saratoga StartupListen to Ryan Van Amburgh speak with Robert Braathe about the startup environment in Saratoga County.
2017-04-0200 minSource of InnovationAlexis Girvan - Soul Coach - LifeInaNote.comListen in to Robert Braathe's interview of Alexis Girvan, Soul Coach
Through Soul Coaching, Alexis leads others in identifying their personal mission, vision and purpose and developing life-giving rhythms of work and rest. Find her over at www.lifeinanote.com
2017-03-3000 minSource of InnovationEric Leander - Startup Attorney - Live from the Troy Innovation GarageListen to Robert Braathe's interview of startup attorney Eric Leander of The Wagoner Firm, recorded at the Troy Innovation Garage on March 17, 2017
The Wagoner Firm
2017-03-2700 minSource of InnovationRick D'Errico - New York BizLab - Startup Tech Valley Schenectady 4/5/2017Rick D'Errico, Managing Director of the New York BizLab in Schenectady discusses the New York BizLab, startup ecosystems and the special edition of Startup Tech Valley coming to Schenectady on 4/5/2017
www.startuptechvalley.org/events
New York Biz Lab
Interview conducted by Robert Braathe at the New York Biz Lab on 3/24/2017
2017-03-2400 minSource of InnovationJinah Kim - Sunhee's Farm and Kitchen - Troy, NYListen to the Source of Innovation Podcast hosted by Robert Braathe, featuring Jinah Kim of Sunhee's Farm and Kitchen in Troy, NY
Recorded March 3, 2017 at the Troy Innovation Garage
Sunhee's Farm and Kitchen
2017-03-2300 minSource of InnovationSarah Trop - Funcycled - Troy NYSarah Trop of Funcycled was interviewed for the Source of Innovation Podcast by Robert Braathe in February 2017 at the Troy Innovation Garage
FunCycled is based in Troy, NY. We design and sell furniture that’s been brought back to life. We also offer design inspiration for homes and offices. 272 River Street, Troy, NY
http://funcycled.com
2017-03-2000 minSource of InnovationRick Conlee - ActionSpecRobert Braathe interviewed Rick Conlee of Action Spec in February 2017 at the Troy Innovation Garage.
ActionSpec has operated in the small business space since its inception in 2014. This experience in small business has given us the edge in the marketplace over our much larger institutionalized rivals. Our staff members have no fewer than 15 years of experience working in all aspects of the IT space, which give us a unique, well rounded insight into the challenges of small businesses and startups.
http://actionspec.com
2017-03-1500 minSource of InnovationJennifer Harris - Inspect PointListen to Robert Braathe's talk with Jennifer Harris from February 2017 at the Troy Innovation Garage.
Inspect Point is a cloud based solution which facilitates NFPA inspections. The Inspect Point backend, combined with the Inspect Point iPad mobile application, provides companies with the capability to perform and manage their inspection business.
http://www.inspectpoint.com/
Jennifer Harris on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdharris/
2017-03-1300 minSource of InnovationJesse Gardner - Plasticmind DesignSource of Innovation's very first guest, Jesse Gardner of PlasticMind, spoke with Robert Braathe on February 3, 2017 at the Troy Innovation Garage.
Plasticmind Design - UI/UX design, brand/identity design and strategy, creative direction, and sentence fragments.
2017-03-0800 minSource of InnovationKirsh HelmetsFrom motorbikewriter.com
"An American inventor has developed a motorcycle helmet using silicone to reduce impact and has claimed his Kirsh helmet is the safest in the world.
Jason Kirshon, who rides a Harley-Davidson Softail Rocker, says most helmets are too big, too heavy, or don’t offer enough protection."
Listen to Jason Kershon, Don Devito and Eric Leander talk with Robert Braathe about Kirsh Helmets
2017-03-0100 min