In this episode of 5Q's, host Michael Greenberg (https://x.com/gentoftech) interviews Neel Parekh (https://x.com/NeelBParekh), who shares insights on building a traditional business with a modern twist, the power of personal branding, and the challenges of scaling operations.

Neel is the founder of MaidThis Franchise, a remote-operated local cleaning company, operated across 23 locations.

[00:00] Introduction and Neel's business background

[03:15] Neel's perspective on being a modern industrialist

[04:30] Latest learning: The art of storytelling in business

[06:45] Business bet: Investing in personal brand distribution

[09:00] One thing everyone should know: The power of reverse engineering

[11:15] Gratitude for mentors and peers in the business community

[13:00] Current challenge: Hiring and integrating an effective executive assistant

[17:30] Michael's setup with his EAs and training process

[20:45] Debate on centralized vs. global remote workforce

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Connect with Michael Greenberg here;

https://x.com/gentoftech

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gentoftech/

https://www.3rdbrain.co/

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Connect with Neel Parekh here;

https://x.com/NeelBParekh

https://www.linkedin.com/in/neelbparekh/

In this episode of 5Q's, host Michael Greenberg (https://x.com/gentoftech) interviews Rob Ryan (https://x.com/IAmRobRyan), who shares insights on the importance of authentic storytelling in the age of AI, his new venture, and the value of human relationships in business.

Rob is the founder of The Storytellers Company. He is an experienced entrepreneur with a focus on authentic storytelling.

[00:00] Introduction and catching up

[03:15] Rob's perspective on being a modern industrialist

[07:30] Latest learning: Personal resilience and creativity

[12:45] Business bet: Authentic human storytelling in the age of AI

[19:00] The Storytellers Company: A multimedia approach to entrepreneurial stories

[23:30] The importance of relationships in business

[29:00] Current challenge: Launching a crowdfunding campaign for The Storytellers Company

[36:00] Closing thoughts on podcast consistency and production

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Connect with Michael Greenberg here;

https://x.com/gentoftech

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gentoftech/

https://www.3rdbrain.co/

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Connect with Rob Ryan here;

https://x.com/IAmRobRyan

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robryan/

In this episode of 5Q's, host Michael Greenberg (https://x.com/gentoftech) interviews Micah Johnson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnsonmicah/), who shares insights on digital operations consulting, the challenges of scaling a business, and the opportunities in the current technological landscape.

Micah is the founder of Workday Ninja (formerly BGBO) and on his third business venture.

[00:00] Introduction and Micah's background

[03:15] Micah's journey from exiting his previous business to starting Workday Ninja

[06:30] Latest learning: The gap in hiring for digital operations roles

[09:45] Business bet: Creating training programs for digital operations

[11:30] One thing everyone should know: Abundant opportunities in technology

[13:15] Gratitude for family support in entrepreneurial journey

[14:30] Current challenge: Overcoming marketing and lead generation gaps

[17:45] Discussion on speaking engagements and marketing strategies

[21:00] Final thoughts on the importance of digital operations, AI, and automation

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Connect with Michael Greenberg here;

https://x.com/gentoftech

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gentoftech/

https://www.3rdbrain.co/

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Connect with Micah Johnson here;

https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnsonmicah/