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In this episode, we covered:

• How Rich is leveraging smart tech to transform apartment living and streamline property management
• Why he chose to implement EOS to scale his business and empower his team
• The importance of leading with service, honesty, and vision when selling technology

You’ll also hear Rich talk about how faith guides his business decisions, why healthy conflict is essential for growth, and how a mindset of learning has helped him thrive through challenges.

This one’s packed with wisdom, inspiration, and some powerful lessons in leadership and growth. Let’s jump in—here’s Automation Unplugged with Richard Quinones.

To get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au304

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

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In this webinar, we’ll cover:

• How to navigate 2025’s volatile economy without losing visibility
• Quick-win tactics like targeted Google Ads and branded van wraps to drive immediate leads
• Foundational plays like SEO and events that build lasting momentum

Visit the episode page on our website to get the audio recording, full transcript, and video of the original webinar. Now let’s tune in and learn how you can make your marketing dollars work harder in 2025.

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

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In this episode, we covered:

• The journey of a family-run business transitioning into a national powerhouse
• How wresting and crossfit has helped them to live healthier lives and in turn, increased work place productivity
• Strategies for growth, leadership, and staying at the forefront of an ever-changing industry

Without further ado, let’s tune in to my  conversation with Bryan and Marc Rizzo.

To get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au302

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

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In this webinar, we’ll cover:

• What effective onboarding really looks like — and what it’s not
• How to start creating a structured 30-60-90 day onboarding plan for new hires
• And actionable tips for creating a welcoming environment and preparing your existing team and new hires for success

Whether you’re onboarding your first employee or looking to refine your existing process, you’ll find valuable takeaways in today’s conversation. 

Visit the episode page on our website to get the audio recording of this webinar, the transcript, and the full video recording of the original webinar. Now let’s tune in to learn how you can set new team members up for success this year.

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

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For this milestone episode, Lee and I covered some great topics, including:

• How Wipliance has grown into multiple markets and the impact of lighting and shading on their success
• How Wipliance uses video content to educate clients and strengthen industry relationships
• Their work on the historic Taliesin West Frank Lloyd Wright home, in partnership with Lutron

I appreciate you joining us for this special episode. Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or just recently discovered the show, thank you for being part of the Automation Unplugged journey. Let’s jump in.

To get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au300

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

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In our chat, Sam shares valuable insights on:

• How to build a sustainable talent pipeline.
• The power of company culture, mission, and values in attracting top talent—and how to communicate them effectively.
• How integrators can think outside the box when sourcing candidates, from leveraging industry networks to monitoring layoffs in tech and retail sectors.

If hiring is on your mind this year, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you attract and retain the right people.

Let’s dive into my conversation with Sam Hodz.

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• Azione’s evolution and how it’s redefining what a buying group should be.
• Mergers & acquisitions in the CI space—what they mean for business owners.
• The power of community and education in helping integrators grow and scale.

Patrick’s passion for innovation and building strong industry relationships makes this a must-listen. So, sit back and enjoy my conversation with Patrick McCarthy. Let’s get started!

To get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au298

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• Extreme ownership in business and how Brad’s team lives by Jocko Willink’s leadership principles
• Navigating economic shifts with rising tariffs, shifting budgets, and staying ahead of industry challenges
• The power of peer collaboration and why networking with fellow integrators has been a game-changer for business growth

Brad shares some incredible insights on leadership, business strategy, and industry trends—so let’s dive in!

To get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au297

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

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During this episode, we’ll cover:

• The importance of regularly updating your website with new content, service offerings, and images, plus how frequently you should be making website updates
• Why integrators should have dedicated solutions pages on their websites to showcase current service offerings
• Six expert tips for dealers to make immediate improvements on their website

I really enjoyed this conversation, and I hope you do as well. Let's tune in to this interview with Romi Kiriadre.

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

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In the webinar, we’ll cover:

• Strategies for creating a structured interview process, and the types of screens and interviews you may use to evaluate candidates
• The importance of evaluating for both skills and culture fit during interviews
• Tips on how to ask tough, insightful questions that go beyond surface-level responses and help uncover a candidate's true potential

Visit the episode page on our website to get the audio recording of this webinar, the transcript, and the full video recording of the original webinar. Now let’s tune in to learn how you can evaluate top talent for your business in 2025.

About One Firefly

One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.