The Stramaglio Show

20: It’s About the People, Not the Product w/Tami Beach

Between the advent of AI and several years of social and technological upheaval, it can be hard to say where the world is going. This week, Mike returns to talk to Tami Beach, current Head of MPS Channel Sales and 25-year veteran at HP. As the face of HP’s work within the imaging channel, Tami offers her unique insight on what the future holds. From reminiscing about Tony Bennet to talking about HP's views on the channel, we run the gamut in this episode. Plus:How will AI affect the way we live and work? Tami, a college educator, talks about how AI has been changing the way we use technology.Why Tami encourages small businesses to leverage the growing power of AI.Will the imaging channel remain resilient in 2024 and beyond? Tami shares her thoughts.Show LinksLearn more about Stramaglio Consulting: https://stramaglioconsulting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NextweekslifepodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextweekslifepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-week’s-life-podcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEMWp0DB0L9yrKSQhhNniowGuest LinksConnect with Tami on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamibeachLearn more about HP's work: https://www.hp.com/us-en/home.html

19: Do the Right Thing… Take a Risk w/Frank Cucco

If taking risks were easy, everyone would be like Frank Cucco. Frank’s company, Impact Networking, has spent over twenty years helping businesses gain an edge through process automation. This week, Mike interviews him to talk about how he does it. Together, they discuss the keys to building a positive culture in a competitive industry. Frank also talks about how he finds his own work-life balance, why some old-school habits will never go out of style, and why risk-taking is mandatory. A fun conversation as always, thanks for listening!Show LinksLearn more about Stramaglio Consulting: https://stramaglioconsulting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NextweekslifepodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextweekslifepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-week’s-life-podcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEMWp0DB0L9yrKSQhhNniowGuest LinksImpact Networking website: https://www.impactmybiz.com/Connect with Frank on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-cucco-55aa103/

18: It’s a Different Kind of Dot w/Frank Mallozzi

We are back! After a crowded holiday season - and another very successful Executive Connection Summit - Mike is back in the driver’s seat to interview longtime friend and colleague Frank Mallozzi. Frank spent 25 years innovating at EFI and now, he is taking on the world of textile printing. On top of that, Frank is the newest member of The Consortium! If you are looking to diversify your business, or are looking into the growing packaging & print markets, Frank is a fantastic resource to help you get started. Learn more about Frank & his work below.Social AccountsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NextweekslifepodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextweekslifepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-week’s-life-podcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEMWp0DB0L9yrKSQhhNniowGuest LinksConnect with Frank:Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-mallozzi-a715963/

17: Putting Need Ahead of Greed w/Rob Johnson

Welcome back, friends!This week, we are taking a peek behind the curtain with Wayne Media Founder and CEO Rob Johnson. Rob and his team partnered with us to create Next Week’s Life earlier this year. Now, it's time to get to know the man who helped us begin our journey into podcasting:-Rob weighs in on some of the most cutting-edge (and controversial) techs on the horizon: including AI, virtual reality, and the future of the Work From Home phenomenon.-Rob gives his forecast for 2023 and explains why the new year will be a reckoning for some businesses.-Mike and Rob share their thoughts on podcasting and reflect on how vulnerability and authenticity have become paramount in business.Thank you to everyone who tuned in this year. We couldn’t have done any of this without you.We are looking forward to seeing many of you at the Executive Connection Summit in January, and we’ll see the rest of you back here in two weeks :) Cheers!Show LinksLearn more about Stramaglio Consulting: https://stramaglioconsulting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NextweekslifepodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextweekslifepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-week’s-life-podcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEMWp0DB0L9yrKSQhhNniowGuest LinksLearn more about our friends at Wayne Media: https://waynemedia.com/Speakeasy Podcast Network: https://www.speakeasynetwork.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/waynemediagroupInstagram: http://instagram.com/waynemediagroupLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/waynemediagroup

16: Don’t Be Afraid... Be Prudent w/Carson Stone & Stephanie K. Philips

It’s impossible to see where we’re going without looking at what, and who, got us here. This week, Mike welcomes a pair of second-generation talents to the podcast: Advanced Imaging Solutions’ Stephanie Keating Philips and Carson Stone from Stone’s Office Equipment. As Mike’s daughter Jenna also found success in the imaging channel, there may be a trend worth discussing here... Together, the three talk about how younger generations are changing business technology, plus:-The importance of finding a mentor, especially in your career.-What the old generation can learn from the new, and vice versa.-Predictions and insights for the future of print, managed technology, and more.Show Links:Learn more about Stramaglio Consulting: https://stramaglioconsulting.com/Social Accounts:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nextweekslifepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextweekslifepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-week’s-life-podcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEMWp0DB0L9yrKSQhhNniowGuest Links:AIS Website: https://www.ais-mn.com/Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniekeatingphillips/Stone's Website: https://www.stonesoffice.com/Connect with Carson on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/carson-stone-54a383181/

15: The New 4-Minute Mile w/TAG & Kevin Kern

According to TAG President Brian Suerth, when your company gets into Managed IT, your business growth should look like a hockey stick. This week, returning guest Brian is accompanied by TAG co-founder Dale Stein, along with Stramaglio Consulting’s Kevin Kern. Together with Mike, these men discuss the advent of IT in the imaging channel, and look ahead to what’s coming next:-Learn how industry leaders are grafting IT into their existing business strategies.-Why the “4-minute mile” isn’t as impressive as it used to be, and how expectations for service providers have gone up.-A key difference that can help smaller dealers compete.-And more!Show LinksLearn more about Stramaglio Consulting: https://stramaglioconsulting.com/Social AccountsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nextweekslifepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextweekslifepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-week’s-life-podcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEMWp0DB0L9yrKSQhhNniowGuest LinksConnect with Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansuerth/Dale's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steindale/Kevin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-kern-ny/TAG Website: https://www.tagnational.com/

14: ”It Starts With Us” w/Michael Hannon & Tim Renegar

In a world of remote work and Zoom calls, does the old-school business approach still work? And, if it does, what must it look like to be effective?That question drives this special episode, in which Mike welcomes his old friend Tim Renegar, Co-Owner and President of Kelly Office Solutions, and a new friend, Michael Hannon, Managing Director for FP Mailing North America. These three men get into changes that dealers (or, as they should be known, Workplace Service Providers) must make to succeed. This week, we cover:-How Tim held the culture together at Kelly Office Solutions through covid, and the direct relationship between happy employees and revenue.-Michael’s policy of “it starts with us” and how it prompts FP North America to be a better partner.-Why anyone who finds handshakes too old-school should be arrested, according to Mike. -And the art of behaving with elegance and grace - assuming accountability and responsibility in business.Show LinksLearn more about Stramaglio Consulting: https://stramaglioconsulting.com/Social AccountsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nextweekslifepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextweekslifepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-week’s-life-podcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEMWp0DB0L9yrKSQhhNniowGuest LinksConnect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-hannon-75b54895Learn more about FP Mailing: https://www.fp-usa.com/Connect with Tim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-renegar-7226412aLearn more about Kelly Office Solutions: https://kellyofficesolutions.com/

13: A Hidden Handicap - w/Jenna Stramaglio

A car accident saved Mike Stramaglio's life, but at the cost of his hearing.Years ago, Mike and his wife were rear-ended on their way to a surprise birthday party for Mike's father. When doctors searched Mike's head for brain injuries, they instead found an acoustic neuroma: a potentially life-threatening tumor. The tumor was removed, but the procedure left Mike completely deaf in one ear and with significant hearing loss in the other.This week, Mike opens up about his Single-Sided Deafness (SSD) and hearing loss. Joined by his daughter and ConnectWise executive Jenna Stramaglio, the father-daughter team talks about the technology that could improve life for people with disabilities - and the humanity that is so critical to good communication. This week, we dive into:What role can AI play in improving communication?What can you to do help people with disabilities acclimate?How much automation will we see in the near-future?Show LinksLearn more about Stramaglio ConsultingSocial AccountsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NextweekslifepodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextweekslifepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-week’s-life-podcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEMWp0DB0L9yrKSQhhNniowGuest LinksJenna Stramaglio - Channel Development Manger - ConnectWise - connectwise.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-stramaglio/Website: https://www.connectwise.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/JennaStramaglio