What happens when an engineer turns his attention from systems to people? In this episode, I sit down with Joseph Varghese, a personal growth strategist and creator of Success Circles, to talk about how he helps entrepreneurs break through overwhelm, build accountability, and lead with impact.We dive into what Success Circles are—and how they help founders grow faster. Why leadership is more about mindset than titles. How engineers (and analytical thinkers) can transform into high-impact leaders and the routines and rituals of peak performers.If you're an entrepreneur looking to scale sustainably, surround yourself with the right people, and unlock your potential—you’ll want to watch this!Episode Highlights:00:00 Entrepreneurship Allowed Joseph to Manage His Health Better07:02 What is Truly Possible in a Mastermind Group?11:46 The Bigger the Why the Easier the How13:18 Becoming a Community Builder17:36 What Breakthroughs in Tech are You Most Excited About?19:20 How Speaking Out Loud Engages Critical Thinking23:10 We are Executive Producers of our Lives25:50 Where Should People Get Started in AI?28:46 How Do You Decide Between AI & a Remote Professional?31:04 How Do You Instill the Can-Do Attitude in Your Team?35:54 Best Advice for Businesses Looking to ScaleIf you're interested in working with AI-skilled and tech-driven Remote Professionals to help grow your business or to help you reclaim more time, check out https://HireKayana.com and explore what some of the world's top talent can do for you and your business today.

In this episode of Discovering The Possible, Midwest Founders Community lead curator Angela Damiani joins the show to dive into building worthwhile community experiences and how remote professionals are able to support her work and unlock even greater potentials.

Angela has spent over a decade creating unforgettable and unique experiences - building the Midwest Founders Community, transforming it into a powerhouse for Midwestern startups.

Throughout our conversation, we uncover some of Angela’s most effective strategies for team building, her passion for creating real-life experiences, and her deep insights into how to foster a thriving remote work environment.

Check out some of the episode highlights:

00:02:02 The Midwest Founders' Community (Events and Its People)

00:10:12 Raising the Ride for the Entrepreneurial Community

00:14:06 Discovering Abundance in Time and Mental Space with Remote Professionals

00:15:14 Pursuing the potential to Earn Success

00:20:37 Defining Factors in Building Teams

00:22:56 A Rare Peak Behind the Curtain at Kayana's Talent Matching

00:25:30 Working with Angela Means Being Immersed in the Community

00:28:20 What Does It Truly Take to Lead the Founders' Community?

00:30:15 Operating with Transparency & Integrity in the Workplace

00:36:45 Abundance and Scarcity in Resource Discovery
Get the latest updates on Angela Damiani through https://www.LinkedIN.com/in/angeladamiani/ or check out https://www.NEWaukee.com/ if your business or organization is looking to find innovative ways to engage audiences.And if you're interested in working with AI-skilled and tech-driven Remote Professionals to help grow your business or to help you reclaim more time, check out https://www.HireKayana.com and explore what some of the world's top talent can do for you and your business today.

There is an ongoing debate of remote work versus in-office work. The truth is, remote work can be both a dream come true for introverts and a nightmare for extroverts, dissecting the factors that drive work-from-home success, including personality, job function, and work environment. And why is it that some business leaders thrive in a remote-first operation while others struggle?

Join me today on Discovering the Possible and let’s dive deep into the arguments around why some people prefer remote work, such as the ability to work without interruptions and the value of focused independent tasks. And let’s scrutinize the persisting calls from CEOs to bring employees back to offices, citing concerns around company culture, collaboration, and control.

And then, let’s discuss the pros and cons of in-person interactions, such as team-building activities and workshops, and the varying impacts these have on staff morale and performance.

And finally as we wrap up this week’s episode, let’s explore how businesses in the west can balance in-person and remote work setups in a way that acknowledges individual needs while maintaining company goals, ultimately arguing for more flexible & nuanced approaches to modern work environments.

Check out today's highlights:

00:00 Fairness is About Equity

01:30 Factors That Drive Remote Work Success

06:40 The Cattle Call Back to Office Is Your Boss Right or Wrong?

10:00 When Does In-Person Work Setup Matter?

11:50 Is Your Boss Right About Returning to the Office or Is This About Control?

13:05 Is There Empirical Support for the Return-to-Office Trend?

15:40 Between On-Site & Remote Work, Who's Right & Who's Wrong?

17:05 Why Do Companies Still Invest in Team Building?

18:45 Team Bonding Activities That US Employees Have Done at Least Once

20:35 When is the Right Time to Have Company Retreats?

22:40 How Intentional are Your In-Person Events?

26:50 Fairness Dilemma in Remote Work Setups

31:20 What Drives Performance When Working from Home?

33:55 Finding Community & Support Beyond the Work

If you're interested in working with AI-skilled and tech-driven Remote Professionals to help grow your business or to help you reclaim more time, check out https://www.HireKayana.com and explore what some of the world's top talent can do for you and your business today.

Welcome back to another episode of Discovering the Possible. This week, I sit down with Scott Pralinski, COO of the House of Possibilities, to dissect the vital role of delegation and technology in nonprofit leadership.

Join in our discussion as we cover Scott's unique career journey and the innovative strategies he employs to maximize organizational efficiency, including the use of remote professionals and AI.

Scott shares insights on transforming operational workflows to free up valuable time for mission-critical tasks, to enhance content management and social media outreach. We also explore the potential of AI chatbots to revolutionize customer service in nonprofits, particularly for parents of children with high needs.

Tune in now and discover how these modern solutions can elevate your mission and amplify impact.

Here are some of this week's highlights:

• Hiring Remote Professionals is Not Just a Cost Savings Move
• Charting the Terrain of Technology-Powered Nonprofits
• Obstacles to Overcome in Nonprofit
• How to Scale Your Time
• Rethinking Nonprofit from a Solopreneur's Outlook
• Why Filipino Remote Professionals Work Perfectly with Nonprofits
• Rethinking Delegation in an Era of AI Advancement
• Elevating Capabilities and Talent
• Pivot Points to Becoming a Forward-Thinking Nonprofit Executive

If you're interested in working with AI-skilled and tech-driven Remote Professionals to help grow your business or to help you reclaim more time, check out https://www.HireKayana.com and explore what some of the world's top talent can do for you and your business today.

Connect with Scott on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottytico

or visit https://www.houseofpossibilities.org/ and https://www.southshore.ai/ to learn the latest news about Scott Pralinsky.

In this episode, Allison S. Weiss — Founder at CRE Recruiting & CRE at Work — shares her journey from an art education major to a highly influential figure in the commercial real estate industry. Allison credits her pivot into remote work and the structuring of her business to transformative literature like Tim Ferriss' "The 4-Hour Work Week," and significant personal and professional experiences. She discusses her leadership roles in various nonprofit organizations and her aim to promote female representation and leadership in commercial real estate through "Women Speak CRE." Also, Allison talks about overcoming struggles with delegation, the benefits of hiring a virtual assistant, and its positive impact on productivity. She emphasizes the importance of valuing her time, focusing on high-value tasks, and addressing systemic issues women face in male-dominated fields. Her plans include further developing Women Speak CRE and expanding her real estate ventures.

Check out some of the episode highlights:

• Choosing Your Own Adventure
• Nonprofit Leadership Journey
• Inspiration from Steven Wampler
• Women Speak CRE Initiative
• Transition to Remote Work
• Starting CRE Recruiting
• Embracing the RV Life
• The Importance of Virtual Assistants
• Rediscovering the Power of Delegation
• The Learning Curve of Letting Go
• Building Effective Systems and Templates
• The Value of Time and Delegation
• The Impact of Virtual Assistants
• Future Vision and Goals
• Empowering Women in Commercial Real Estate
• Final Thoughts and Contact Information

If you're interested in working with AI-skilled and tech-driven Remote Professionals to help grow your business or to help you reclaim more time, check out https://www.HireKayana.com and explore what some of the world's top talent can do for you and your business today. Follow Allison S. Weiss on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsweiss/

or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonsweiss

and more ways to connect with Allison through Linktree: https://linktr.ee/allisonsweiss

In today's episode of Discovering the Possible, we dive deep into the world of Filipino Remote Professionals with the help of two standout talents from Kayana: Amity Rose Raquid and Maria Franco.

Together, we discuss the unique blend of skills, cultural insights, and personal stories that make Filipino remote professionals indispensable to global teams. Amity and Maria share their journeys from corporate careers to becoming successful virtual assistants, emphasizing adaptability, strong work ethics, and cultural empathy.

The conversation touches on the importance of family, resourcefulness in the face of natural disasters, and the impact of historical and cultural influences on their professional lives.

We also shed light on the untapped potential of Filipino professionals in strategic roles within international teams.

Check out some of the highlights below:

• Introduction: Filipino Remote Professionals
• Meet the Talents: Amity Rose Raquid and Maria Franco
• Personal Journeys: From Corporate to Remote Work
• Challenges and Triumphs: Navigating Remote Work
• Cultural Insights: Filipino Resilience and Adaptability
• Family Values: The Heart of Filipino Culture
• Global Influence: Embracing Asian Modesty
• Conclusion: Showcasing Filipino Talent

If you're interested in working with AI-skilled and tech-driven Remote Professionals to help grow your business or to help you reclaim more time, check out https://www.HireKayana.com and explore what some of the world's top talent can do for you and your business today.

Happy NEW YEAR everybody! This week on Discovering The Possible, let’s talk about the evolving trends in Remote Work, the impact of AI innovation on business workflows, and how to set effective goals for 2025. This New Year episode will delve into the implications of working from home, the importance of sustainability, continuous learning for all staff members both remote and on-site, and the role of AI in the workplace. As a business owner, what are some of the challenges you anticipate for 2025? And how will you turn these challenges into opportunities for growth, efficiency, and enhanced relationships? Here are some of this episode’s highlights:

• New Year, New Goals: Elevating Your Business in 2025
• Strategies for Growing and Scaling Your Operations in 2025
• AI Strategies for Beginners
• Remote Work Trends in 2025
• Sustainability and Responsibility Begins within the Community
• Ongoing Learning and Development with AI-Driven Tech
• How will AI Reshape Roles & Functional Skills?
• Business Transformation Goals in 2025
• Committing to Growth and Efficiency in 2025
• Enhancing Relationships with Constituents and Customers
• New Year Resolution — the Kayana Way
• Keeping Up the Competitive Edge with AI Tools
• Doubling Down on Community Building
• Growth Through Outreach and Engagement
• Bringing Excitement and Rejuvenation in 2025

If you're interested in working with AI-skilled and tech-driven Remote Professionals to help grow your business or to help you reclaim more time, check out https://www.HireKayana.com and explore what some of the world's top talent can do for you and your business today.

Merry Christmas, everybody! This is Episode 04 of Discovering The Possible: An Inside Look at the Heart of Innovative Remote-First Solutions — with me, Chris Nolte. You may be thinking about cleaning up all the torn wrapping scattered around the Christmas tree right now so while you do that, join me in taking a moment to reflect on the the incredible journey we've had in 2024 as remote-first business leaders and innovators. Today's episode is a tribute to remote professionals and clients, showcasing inspiring success stories and heartfelt personal accounts from some of my best people at Kayana like Hazel, Von, Carla, Mary D, Frejane, and Lexa, each sharing their unique experiences with Kayana. This is also a reflection on Kayana's growth in 2024 — my team's dedication to fostering a supportive work culture and the critical role that trust and collaboration play in their success. Finally, with the help of testimonials from some of our best clients and insights into future innovations in remote work and AI-assisted tools, we capture the true essence of remote work and Kayana’s central role in shaping its future. What are some of the milestones you achieved this 2024? And which opportunities are you excited for in the coming 2025? I'd love to know in the comments below. Episode Highlights:

• A Vision for a Remote First Future Coming to Light
• To New Beginnings and Continued Growth
• Christmas of Love — Winner of 2024 Kayana External Kayana Christmas ID Video-Making Competition
• The Inspiration to Pursue the Potential of a Remote-First Business Model
• Finding Success and Growth with Kayana Remote Professionals
• Kayana Client Testimonials
• Best Decisions Made in 2024
• How Did You Discover the Remote-First Business Model?
• What is Your Focus for the Coming 2025?

If you're interested in working with AI-skilled and tech-driven Remote Professionals to help grow your business or to help you reclaim more time, check out https://www.HireKayana.com and explore what some of the world's top talent can do for you and your business today.