WFH with 2 Guys

Acklen Avenue has been a remote work environment since they started back in 2011. What started as a 2 person business has grown to over 120 team members today - all working remotely. Colin shares some of the "experiments" they have done that has worked, and others that they have had to refine over time. Key points are 1. Relationships being developed 2. Good listening 3. Having metrics t...

Benny and Dennis exploring the various avenues of entrepreneurship, whether as a solo venture, partnership, or remaining within the corporate realm, involves weighing the advantages and disadvantages each offers. When contemplating the leap into entrepreneurship, careful preparation and consideration are paramount. From drafting business plans to assessing financial viability, there's a pletho...

AI can be like jumping into a swimming pool , but not knowing how to swim. Peter Mares shares with us an approach that applies to technology/AI.So like any person that wants to swim - you take lessons, and start with the basics and then work your way up to swimming laps. This applies to Technology and AI. There are basic things you have to learn and do well before you move to the next level. The 4...

Every organization is striving to grow sales, and lower cost plus be different than their competition. In the past it was all based on Human effort, and the products and services that we sold. But today, AI adds a new dimension to how companies can do more to impact these areas to be more effective and efficient. Dave Patterson shares how using AI can have a short term and long term impact on your...

Do you have a plan when you want to exit the business? There are lots of things to think about and do before that happens. Benny and Dennis today talk about what goes into those plans and who might be people that could help you now to get ready for the finish line. Contact Information Benny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.group Dennis Jackson-WorX Solution- dennisj@wor...

Construction be it a new facility or a remodel causes lots of emotions - excitement to doing it, to frustration and conflict along the way. Every organization be it a profit or non-profit needs space to make or deliver their services. Buildings do not just happen - there are many steps and flows that happen along the path of bring a building to life. Steve Kuhn shares with us how to manage through...

Sleep is the foundation for everything we do. Unfortunately, many of us do not get a "good night" sleep. Dr. Bijoy John provides insight to what is going on during sleep and what the benefits are to us and our teams. Dr. John shares his seven secrets to a good nights sleep. All businesses are striving to increase productivity ,but most forget that the employees have to be rested and read...

In today's episode, Dennis Jackson, Benny Carreon and editor Meghan Jackson tackled top questions posted on the subreddit r/entrepreneurs. Questions: 1. How do you over come the fear of failure ? 2. Are entrepreneurs born or made? 3. What are the downfalls of being a solo entrepreneur? 4. What is the dumbest idea you have ever had? Music by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jorikbasov⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  from  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Brett shares with us what is happening in the workspaces of today- knowing that we have people working remotely, those in the office, and those somewhere in between. The modern workplace has evolved or as he shares sped up the change due to COVID. Culture is a driving force that makes a company different. Brett helps us see how the workplace plays into making that culture come to life. Brett is th...

Steve Minucci join us this week. He highlights techniques he has effectively employed to significantly ehance his sales productivitity . Check out how you can implement them into your own business. Steve Minucci is currently SVP of Partner Development for Symphony Advice, a unique, 20+ year old firm, based in Franklin, Tennessee. His firm creates harmony for highly successful business owners and e...

Listen as we celebrate our 100th episode of WFH with 2 Guys. We share things about the past, what is going on this year, and what we plan to do with the podcast in the future. Thanks for listening and being apart of the WFH with 2 Guys community

Ed Henkler shares a couple stories from the book called The Dream Manager. It is a narrative illustrating how companies can achieve extraordinary outcomes by investing in their employees's personal and professional fullfillment. Ed is a social entrepreneur who is passionate about improving the quality of life and employability of people who are blind or visually-impaired. He believes there is...

Change is something we all experience. Sometimes it is positive and others not so great. A recent survey showed the 85% of executives see explosive change happening in the coming year, but in the past they reported that 72% failed. That is alarming. If you know change is happening and you are doing the same thing - you can expect the same results. That has to change! Donna Griggs from Propel Chang...

Benny and Dennis share what they are seeing with AI now compared to a year ago. Dennis shares how he has incorporated AI into this business Reach out to Benny or Dennis for a FREE 10 minute chat about AI and how you might use it in your business Contact Information Benny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.group Dennis Jackson-WorX Solution- dennisj@worxsolution.com

Dennis and Benny hope you had a good holiday season. Listen to hear what is coming up for 2024! Music by: ⁠⁠⁠jorikbasov⁠⁠⁠  from  ⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠ Contact Information Benny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.group Dennis Jackson-WorX Solution- dennisj@worxsolution.com

Dennis and Benny come to together one last time for 2023 and chat about how the year went . Music by: ⁠⁠jorikbasov⁠⁠  from  ⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠ Contact Information Benny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.group Dennis Jackson-WorX Solution- dennisj@worxsolution.com

Ed Henkler opens our eyes to a whole group of people that you may not have considered to work for you. Recent job market statistics indicated there were 10 million open positions with 6 million people seeking employment. If you're lucky enough to find a great candidate, it is likely they will leave you within 3 years or less, especially with Gen Z and Millennials. At the same time, there is a...

As we come to the end of another year it is time to reflect and look at what was done well, and where could we improve. As a leader - doing end of year reviews can be a challenge but Kayla joins us to share how to make this process more about a conversation and how to look to the future for even better results. Light bulbs are one of Kayla’s favorite things. More specifically, light bulbs coming o...

Matthew Starr from Apollo Training Solutions joins Benny and Dennis today to talk about how to bring on a new employee and get them to be productive as soon as possible. So many organizations take onboarding for granted. Matthew shares some ways to help your new employee start at your firm in the most successful way. There are key things you as a business owner or manager can do to make that exper...

Tax season is not just in the spring. Valerie Kemp joins us to share things you can do in November and December to help you lower your tax burden. She gives several great ideas of things you can do now. Biography of Valerie: Owner & CPA with a passion for helping people, businesses and the community one at a time. With twenty-five years experience in the industry, Valerie ensures that business...

Alexis Stucker is an expert on how to help a business get a true line of credit tied to your EIN number not your personal home. Many new businesses, and small businesses use a credit card that they say is a business card but in fact it really is a personal credit card. Alexis walks us through the benefits of opening up the line of credit for your business. She also helps you understand why you may...

Benny and Dennis review where are employees working now since COVID times have passed. Some have gone back to the office but a large number are doing the FLEXIBILITY approach. The key is how do you manage this and make things better. Listen in as they share some things you may want to think about on WHERE do people work now. Benny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.group...

Joe D'Eramo joins us to talk about being productive in a work from home environment. Working from home is a great benefit but you have to keep things in prespective and take care of yourself and work at the same time. Joe shares some techiques he uses such as the Pomodoro Techique, and the 4 Quadrant approach Joe D’Eramo is the founder and publisher of My Home Office Hacks, a virtual water coo...

Wade Fulton shares about automation and AI in the home and office. There are new things coming out it seems daily to make our lifes easier and better. What used to be expensive or out of reach is no longer. Wade opens our eyes to new tools that make your environment more effective and functional. Wade Fulton, a Nashville native, is passionate about helping people get the most our oftoday’s latest...

Mike Liu joins us to do a deeper dive into AI and how you could use this tool in your business. He gives practical applications for Manufacturing, Field Service, Professional Service, and Retail. This podcast opens your eyes to things you can do to make your business more productive and to stand out. Mike is CEO of FreeFuse which got it start prior to the pandemic but had the vision of the work fr...