Discovering The Possible

By: Chris Nolte
  • Summary

  • The Future of Business, Technology, and Global Remote Work
    Chris Nolte
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Episodes
  • From Engineer to Entrepreneur Coach: Joseph Varghese on Success Circles & Empowered Leadership
    Apr 16 2025

    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.

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    40 mins
  • Nurturing Networks & Effective Community Strategies with Angela Damiani
    Mar 12 2025

    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.

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    40 mins
  • Remote Work: Why Some Thrive and Others Struggle
    Feb 12 2025

    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.

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    38 mins
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