From the bustling streets of Vietnam to the competitive business landscape of Australia, Linh Podetti's entrepreneurial journey is one of grit and innovation. As the founder of Outsourcing Angel, Linh transformed her experiences as a single mother into a business model that champions flexibility and remote work. Her story challenges conventional notions of success, showing how personal challenges can spark creative business solutions that resonate globally. Linh's path wasn't always smooth. She evolved from an e-commerce startup to creating Outsourcing Angel, a company that connects virtual assistants in the Philippines with businesses in Australia and the US. Along the way, she learned crucial lessons about delegation, efficiency, and client focus. In this episode, Linh reveals key strategies for scaling a business without sacrificing personal freedom. She shares practical tips on building effective remote teams, implementing systems for growth, and maintaining work-life balance as an entrepreneur. Linh's insights on cross-cultural business operations and creating win-win situations for both clients and contractors offer valuable lessons for anyone looking to expand their business globally or optimize their current operations. Here are the key takeaways from the conversation: Personal challenges can inspire business ideas. Solving your own problems can lead to successful ventures that help others. Effective delegation and outsourcing are key to growth. Entrepreneurship requires persistence and adaptability. Early setbacks often lead to valuable lessons and eventual success. Prioritizing both client and employee needs creates a balanced, sustainable business environment. Focusing on core strengths prevents burnout. It's important to recognize and leverage what you do best. For some, faith provides purpose and balance in business. It can guide decision-making and help manage stress. Understanding customer needs is crucial. This requires market knowl

Send us a textJoin the conversation with global AI leader Doug Shannon as we delve into the thrilling rise of agentic AI and its potential to revolutionize intelligent automation. In this episode of our automation podcast series, we chat with AI and Automation experts and explore the latest trends in automation, including the integration of AI and IoT. As a tech or business leader, you won't want to miss these insights on digital transformation and the future of artificial intelligence. Our discussion with tech industry experts will uncover the possibilities of agentic AI and its impact on enterprises, businesses, and AI automation. Tune in to this AI podcast to learn from the experts, stay ahead of the curve in the automation and artificial intelligence world, and discover how agentic AI agents are changing the game for companies looking to leverage AI and automation to drive growth and innovation. With its potential to transform industries and revolutionize our work, agentic AI is an exciting development worth exploring, and our conversation with Doug Shannon is the perfect place to start.Support the show

In this edition of Hoopsology, Jim Lampley joins Matt and Justin to discuss the creative process of his new book, It Happened! A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television. Lampley also talks about the effect of social media and technology on sports journalism, greatness in sports, and his favorite basketball memories. Hoopsology is Presented by Ballislife. Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2sIa6O4u4TnIBSygXu9qDm?si=acff6d3796a14c9a Or search “Hoopsology” anywhere else you listen to podcasts! Join the conversation!  Twitter: https://twitter.com/hoopsologypod  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hoopsologypod/  IG:  https://www.instagram.com/hoopsologypod/  Email: Hoopsologypod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 33, Aaron Crow explores the transformative impact of automation and AI in the Operational Technology (OT) sector, joined by industry expert Shane Cox from Morgan Franklin Cyber. This episode deepens how AI and automation can enhance security operations when balanced with human oversight and strategic implementation.   Shane Cox shares insights on Morgan Franklin's flexible and expert-driven approach to Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services, emphasizing the importance of tailored client partnerships and continuous collaboration. The discussion highlights the potential of AI to revolutionize security while addressing the unique challenges and risks of integrating automated solutions.   Tune in to learn how the right blend of technology, expertise, and strategy can drive effective security solutions and foster long-term client relationships in today's evolving cybersecurity landscape.   Key Moments:    05:15 Flexible, evolving security service, partnership-focused approach. 07:06 Diverse tools are essential for all organizations. 12:58 Weekend setup complete; improved over subsequent months. 15:30 MDR/XDR: Cloud-based threat detection and response. 18:21 Flexible MDR service integrates client environments efficiently. 21:38 Integration speeds up threat detection and response. 24:52 Cautious automation best balances efficiency and control. 29:50 AI assists coding by highlighting potential errors. 32:12 People are crucial for effective security automation. 35:51 Superior team preferred over superior product. 39:06 AI integration risks due to untested promises. 41:46 Adapting security training amidst AI automation challenges.   Guest Profile:    Shane Cox leads the Cyber Fusion Center at MorganFranklin Cyber where he is responsible for the delivery of managed services such as Orion MDR, Advanced Detection and Response (ADR), Threat Hunting, Adversary Simulation, Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI), and Incident Response and Management.    Shane has over 25