Episodes

  • Turnaround Trickles Down from Senior Management ft Akash Amin, Director at MorrisAnderson
    Jul 24 2023

    In this episode, Omar Abdullah chats with Akash Amin, Director at MorrisAnderson. Akash started his career in forensic accounting consulting where he worked with fortune 100 clients including Chipotle and Disney. Looking for a change, he ventured into M&A during the downturn of the oil market in 2015-2016. This work led Akash to start his own consulting firm serving startup companies in Austin. After selling this business, he zigged once more with a desire to work with larger clients at MorrisAnderson. 

    You wouldn’t think a conversation about balance sheets and forecasts would lead to a warm discussion about people. But, turning around a business is most impactful with in-tune senior management. As with many industries, successful outcomes are fostered by a strong connected culture.

    That and more on this episode of Outsourced.

    Outsourced is a podcast where the Guardian team talks all things enterprise technology with the hopes of enabling experts to learn from other experts. Each month, we’ll talk about current tech events tied to key industries and interview experts in the field. 

    Find each episode of Outsourced on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Audible, Amazon Music or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this series, help us reach new audiences by liking and subscribing. 

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    29 mins
  • The Solution to Our Human Condition is not in a Spreadsheet ft Anthony Lancianese of New Leaf Homes
    Jun 12 2023

    In this Episode of Outsourced, Omar and guest of the show Anthony Lancianese make the case for keeping the human touch in tech automation. While data certainly provides insights to make decisions, leaning on AI too heavily can stifle creativity. Collectively, we’re missing the human!

    Anthony is currently the Director of Sales and Marketing with New Leaf Homes. But his journey didn’t start there! His diverse background in a variety of positions gives him a unique perspective as a leader. From early beginnings as a home health equipment delivery driver to starting and selling businesses, he attributes his success to experiencing each rug of the ladder.

    Anthony has three key takeaways. Lead with curiosity. Lower your shield. And don’t look to a spreadsheet for your answer to a human problem. 

    Outsourced is a podcast where the Guardian team talks all things enterprise technology with the hopes of enabling experts to learn from other experts. 

    Find each episode of Outsourced on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Audible, Amazon Music or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this series, help us reach new audiences by liking and subscribing. 

     

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    28 mins
  • This is Not a Marketing Episode with Nicole Kurtz of Aducate Digital
    Feb 23 2023

    In this Episode of Outsourced, Omar waxes philosophical with guest Nicole Kurtz, Founder of Aducate Digital. The “long time pre-pandemic” buddies engage in a Foucault-style discussion on the current state of marketing. The rise of pay-per-click ads and AI generated content is creating a simulation of what people actually want rather than solving the problem. How do you effectively cut through the noise with your marketing strategy on a limited budget? Listen to learn more!

    Aducate Digital’s mission is to educate small business owners in advertising strategies. Nicole works with owners in growth mode who find themselves at a crossroad. With limited resources and time, Nicole guides small business owners to a new level of success. As owners scale beyond word-of-mouth marketing, they’ll need to let social media do the talking. How does a business owner maintain their integrity when entering the marketing world designed to overwhelm its audience? Find out on this episode of Outsourced.

    Outsourced is a podcast where the Guardian team talks all things enterprise technology with the hopes of enabling experts to learn from other experts. 

    Find each episode of Outsourced on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Audible, Amazon Music or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this series, help us reach new audiences by liking and subscribing. 

     

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    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/guardian-computer/

    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/guardian_comp/

    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GuardianComputerNOLA

    Twitter https://twitter.com/guardian_comp?lang=en

     

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    31 mins
  • Empowering Youth Through Media with Alex Owens of Be Loud Studios
    Jan 25 2023

    In the first episode of 2023, Omar Abdullah, Director of Business Development and host of Outsourced chats with Alex Owens of Be Loud Studios. Be Loud Studios is a non-profit dedicated to amplifying kid confidence through radio and digital media production. Listen to Alex share his love of making, creating, and producing materials in this digital landscape.

    Alex Owens is a dedicated educator with over 10 years of classroom experience. Throughout this time, Alex has stewarded creative schools and learning environments (makerspaces, construction sites and a radio station) that encourage hands-on learning, student autonomy, and collaborative problem solving. In New Orleans, he led the Innovation program at Bricolage Academy, providing the space, tools, and resources for elementary students to design and make the projects of their dreams.

    That and more on this episode of Outsourced.

    Outsourced is a podcast where the Guardian team talks all things enterprise technology with the hopes of enabling experts to learn from other experts. Each month, we’ll talk about current tech events tied to key industries and interview experts in the field.

    Find each episode of Outsourced on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Audible, Amazon Music or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this series, help us reach new audiences by liking and subscribing. 

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    19 mins
  • 2023 Enterprise Tech Outlook & The Role of the Chief of Staff in Digital Maturity with Theo Jansons
    Dec 19 2022

    In the final episode of 2022, Omar Abdullah, Director of Business Development and host of Outsourced shares his thoughts on the outlook of enterprise technology in the year ahead. How can you recession-proof your business to not just survive, but thrive in an uncertain environment? Listen to the team’s key takeaways to better plan for your future.

    Later on in the episode, Omar is joined by Theo Jansons to discuss the role of the Chief of Staff in digital transformation. Theo Jansons is the Vice President of Operations at Prime Chief of Staff, and executive office advisory firm.

    At Prime, Theo focuses on using data and automations to improve executive effectiveness. Theo’s signature broken record is data democratization—enabling all employees to access and use data for decision making.

    That and more on this episode of Outsourced.

    Outsourced is a podcast where the Guardian team talks all things enterprise technology with the hopes of enabling experts to learn from other experts. Each month, we’ll talk about current tech events tied to key industries and interview experts in the field.

    Find each episode of Outsourced on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Audible, Amazon Music or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this series, help us reach new audiences by liking and subscribing. 

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    26 mins
  • Giving Thanks for IT MSPs & The Evolution of Construction Technology with Adam Krob
    Nov 27 2022

    Back by popular demand, Omar Abdullah sits down with Will Jenkins in episode 6 of Outsourced the GC podcast.Thanksgiving is all about giving thanks. As cheesy as it sounds, the Guardian team spent November thinking about the reason to be thankful for MSPs. Reheat those Thanksgiving leftovers and dive in as we discuss 5 reasons to be thankful for an IT MSP.

    Later on in the episode, the team is joined by Adam Krob, IT and Process Director at Boh Bros. Construction Co. LLC located in New Orleans, LA. Adam is an experienced grower of organizations and people. He chats with Omar in this episode to discuss how the construction industry has evolved over the years from an IT perspective.

    That and more on this episode of Outsourced.

    Outsourced is a podcast where the Guardian team talks all things enterprise technology with the hopes of enabling experts to learn from other experts. Each month, we’ll talk about current tech events tied to key industries and interview experts in the field.

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    39 mins
  • Pandemic Paradigm Shift in Tech & Maritime IT Security
    Oct 16 2022

    In this episode, Omar Abdullah sits down with our newest Senior Engineer Will Jenkins to discuss the paradigm shift for MSPs during the pandemic.

    Later on in the episode, the team is joined by April Danos, Founder of Vibrant Innovative Strategies, LLC. April shares her breadth of expertise in the Maritime Industry finding innovated solutions to IT security at sea.

    That and more on this episode of Outsourced.

    Outsourced is a podcast where the Guardian team talks all things enterprise technology with the hopes of enabling experts to learn from other experts. Each month, we’ll talk about current tech events tied to key industries and interview experts in the field.

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    34 mins
  • Managing Hardware Lifecycles & Business Relationships as a KPI w/Ed Wallace
    Sep 12 2022

    How important is IT hardware to your business? CEO of Guardian Computer, Director of Operations, Wayne Speziale, and Director of Operations Omar Abdullah discuss effective solutions to lifecycle management.

    And later on in the episode, Ed Wallace stops by to discuss digitally measuring business relationships.

    That and more, on this episode of Outsourced.

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    44 mins