Building Teams with TEAMES & CO

In this week’s episode, Tracy and Mike interview Michelle Tracz, CPA, CFE,PLLC. Michelle is the founder and owner of Michelle Tracz CPA firm, and an active leader in the North Carolina business community. We spoke to her about how she and her team help organizations build a strong foundation, adapt to changing conditions and how she integrates into their teams to support their growth.

Show Highlights:

• Michelle introduces herself, her CPA firm, and when a CPA could be the right consultative partner for your company. (2:14)
• Michelle shares her perspective on how she’s able to integrate herself into a client team as a true team member, even when she’s not a part of their company. (9:36) 
• The group discusses the value of delegation, setting accountabilities and responsibilities to different team members based on the unique skill-sets of diverse teams, and the value of “staying in a swim lane”. (15:24)
• Mike recaps and reviews some of the major points from the conversation to this point. (33:09) 
• The group takes a laugh over a few “accountant dad jokes”. (41:38)

• You can learn more about Michelle Tracz at www.michelletraczcpa.com
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO  at https://teamesandco.com/about/meet-us
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO builds effective and empowered teams that deliver results at https://teamesandco.com/teams/organizational-design
• Follow TEAMES & CO on Facebook  LinkedIn, Twitter (@teamesandco) and Instagram (@teamesandco)
• Want to watch the podcasts on video visit TEAMES & CO on YouTube.
•  TEAMES Global is live!!! We will be launching new courses throughout the summer to support leaders and organizations as they empower their teams, connect with customers and reach their goals!!! Follow TEAMES Global on Facebook and LinkedIn, and sign up for a course today! 

Related Podcasts: Strategic Planning. In this episode, Tracy and Mike  walk through the importance of strategic planning and how you and your team can start the process today! 

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Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of TEAMES & CO. Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by TEAMES & CO. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

Our podcast is edited by Nodderly (www.nodderly.com). A huge thank you to their team for the great video, audio and editing support!

In this week’s episode, Tracy and Mike interview Jon Jones, the CEO of Anthroware. Anthroware is a team of brilliant strategists, developers, designers, and engineers who build software for humans. Their  mission is to untangle the complexity in routine workflows by creating digital tools that automate, streamline, and simplify processes. 

Show Highlights:

• Jon discusses the evolution of Anthroware and how they have expanded their client services (2:30)
•  Jon shares how Anthroware segments their customers based on their problem types, active vs. passive; latent vs. one with a defined solution. The group discusses how leaders can best match client fit with the strengths of your firm to create stronger value(6:45)
• The group discusses how to entrepreneurs should discern between “what they want” vs. “what the market demands” (18:30)
• Jon shares the process of defining a strategic vision both with Anthroware clients, and with the Anthroware internal team (33:40)
• Jon speaks to the research arm of Anthroware that allows them to be a strategic partner for their clients based on a strong understanding of the attitudes and beliefs of customers through “bottom-up value creation” (49:40)

Related Links:

• Do you want to learn more about Anthroware? Check out their website at: https://www.anthroware.com/
• You can also follow Jon on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO builds effective and empowered teams that deliver results at https://teamesandco.com/teams/organizational-design
• Follow TEAMES & CO on Facebook  LinkedIn, Twitter (@teamesandco) and Instagram (@teamesandco)
• Want to watch the podcasts on video visit TEAMES & CO on YouTube.
•  TEAMES Global is live!!! We will be launching new courses throughout the summer to support leaders and organizations as they empower their teams, connect with customers and reach their goals!!! Follow TEAMES Global on Facebook and LinkedIn, and sign up for a course today! 

Related Podcasts: Do you want to develop your leadership skills, but are struggling to find time? Learn more about how TEAMES Global can support you and your team? https://teamesandco.com/podcast/29

Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of TEAMES & CO. Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by TEAMES & CO. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

Our podcast is edited by Nodderly (www.nodderly.com). A huge thank you to their team for the great video, audio and editing support!

In this week’s episode, Tracy and Mike interview Anne Jones, the CO-Founder of District C. We speak to the importance of building strong teams, and how those team skills can be developed over time.

Show Highlights:

• Anne shares the inspiration behind District C, and what the organization does. The group discusses the value of group project work, and how District C has developed a framework that unlocks the strengths of a diverse team.  (0:58)
• Anne explores the District C framework, and shares the real stories and reactions of students who have been through the program, and the business leaders that those students have helped solve real life problems in their businesses. (6:14)
• Anne shares the fundamentals that are taught at District C, and the group discusses the implications for those learning from their own careers. (12:51)
• Tracy and Anne talk about the differences between leadership and teamship. (20:00) 
• The group continues the conversation on leadership, and both the challenge and importance of developing true thought diversity within a group setting. (25:06) 
• Anne shares how companies can engage District C, and the mindset that’s required for companies who would like to get involved. The group transitions into how businesses, coaches and students can get involved (31:00)

Related Links:

• Do you want to learn more about District C? Visit their website here!  
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO builds effective and empowered teams that deliver results at https://teamesandco.com/teams/organizational-design
• Follow TEAMES & CO on Facebook  LinkedIn, Twitter (@teamesandco) and Instagram (@teamesandco)
• Want to watch the podcasts on video visit TEAMES & CO on YouTube.
•  TEAMES Global is live!!! We will be launching new courses throughout the summer to support leaders and organizations as they empower their teams, connect with customers and reach their goals!!! Follow TEAMES Global on Facebook and LinkedIn, and sign up for a course today! 

Related Podcasts: If you liked this podcast, be sure to check out our podcast with Kaleb Hupp, who shares his experiences in both Teamship and in Leadership as an army officer, as a consultant, and now as an entrepreneur. 

Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of TEAMES & CO. Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by TEAMES & CO. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

Our podcast is edited by Nodderly (www.nodderly.com). A huge thank you to their team for the great video, audio and editing support!

In this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Catherine Hayes, DMD, SM, DMSc, CPCC, PCC. Catherine is the Author of “Everything Is Going to Be Okay!: From the Projects to Harvard to Freedom”. In addition to being an acclaimed author, Catherine is an Enneagram expert, and shared her insights on how the enneagram can help team members build self awareness and foster better communication across their teams.  

Show Highlights 

1. What is the enneagram? (2:16)
2. Catherine shares how the Enneagram can help individuals build self awareness (8:07)
3. Learn how the Enneagram can help teams build better processes and communication (10:30)
4. What are the 9 Enneagram types and how they can come to life (20:06)
5. Catherine shares more about her Journey and her book “Everything Is Going to Be Okay!: From the Projects to Harvard to Freedom” (26:50)

Related Links

• If you want to read Catherine’s book  Everything Is Going to Be Okay!: From the Projects to Harvard to Freedom, it is available at Amazon.com. It is a lovely combination of her personal story with insights about the enneagram woven throughout. 
• Learn more about the Enneagram at The Enneagram Institute
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO builds effective and empowered teams that deliver results at https://teamesandco.com/teams/organizational-design
• Follow TEAMES & CO on Facebook  LinkedIn, Twitter (@teamesandco)

and Instagram (@teamesandco)

• Want to watch the podcasts on video visit TEAMES & CO on YouTube.

Related Episodes: Learn how Collaborating Across Functions can help your teams achieve greater results. 

Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of Teames and Co.

Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by Teames and Co. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

In this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Geraud Staton, Executive Director of Helius. Geraud shares how Helius provides training and coaching for small businesses and necessity-driven entrepreneurs. They work closely with small business owners to help them earn and pay a fair living wage.The program starts with a 10-week business training program that ends with participants having a business plan and a working, 1-year strategic plan. Then, Helius students move on to a full one-year coaching program where they meet monthly with in-house coaches as well as a bevy of subject matter experts from the community who are all working with one goal in mind: to ensure our clients can create the strongest business possible, earning a fair living wage for employees and business owners alike!​

Show Highlights 

1. Overview of Helius and how it supports necessity based entrepreneurs earn and pay a living wage (1:35)
2. How Helius helps entrepreneurs build their teams, identifying their customers and how to deliver value to those customers are keys to that success (13:15)
3. How the Helius tema invests in their team and how this helps deliver an exceptional customer experience (24:00)
4. Helius Success Stories!!! (32:40)

Related Links

• You can learn more about Helius https://www.heliusnc.org or reach Geraud directly at [email protected].
• Follow Helius on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HeliusNC, LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/theheliusfoundation/, and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/heliusnc/
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO builds effective and empowered start-up teams that deliver results at https://teamesandco.com/teams/start-ups

Related Episodes: 7 Ways to Learn from Our First Year https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-teams-with-teames-co/id1530838871?i=1000494849095

Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of Teames and Co.

Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by Teames and Co. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

In this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Brett Hampson, a Finance leader at a Fortune 100 company. Brett is an experienced Finance leader, with extensive knowledge about leading teams and executing on results.  Brett and Tracy speak about how to set expectations with your team, support them through change like working from home, and how he is changing the way he plans with his team to be more agile to future change. 

Show Highlights 

1. What are the attributes that successful and empowered teams share? (4:15)
2. Managing Expectations in the Real World (10:38)
3. How to internal-facing teams connect with their internal customers as well as the external customer (17:40)
4. Virtual Team Tip: How do you manage adding a team member, on-boarding, goal setting with Virtual Team members (27:19)

Related Links

• Do you want to learn more about building team agility? Check out our workshop offerings at https://teamesandco.com/speaking-workshops#organizational-team-agility

Related Episode: Leadership tip: How to avoid oversimplifying and deliver authentic engagement and team success. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-teams-with-teames-co/id1530838871?i=1000492340584

Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of Teames and Co.

Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by Teames and Co. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

In this week’s episode, Tracy and Mike interview Krista Covey, the President of First Flight Venture Center.  We have an exciting episode exploring the entrepreneurial ecosystem, the joys and excitement of the start-up world, and how Krista and her team work together to deliver exceptional support to high-science start ups. 

Show Highlights:

• Krista shares her background and gives an overview of First Flight Venture Center (01:52)
• The group discusses the amazing environment and community of the First Flight Venture Center entrepreneurial ecosystem (10:30)
• Krista shares her perspective of maximizing the resources of her team to benefit the First Flight Ecosystem, including a very clear focus on the mission and “why” of the organization, and the use of organizational prioritization tools  (15:40) 
• Krista shares the importance of a strategic planning process, and how First Flight Venture Center team leverages their strategic plan each day, including unlocking the ability for First Flight to say “no” gracefully when it’s appropriate to do so  (20:00) 
• The group discusses  having a highly engaged and active Board of Directors, and how organizations can collaborate with other leaders in the same ecosystem to grow the entire ecosystem (24:00)
• Krista shares how First Flight Venture center is positioned to help YOU if you are an entrepreneur, and is positioned to support others in their own entrepreneurial journeys through mentorship in the Navigators Program (30:50)
• The group discusses the challenges that Krista faces as a leader, and how she’s preparing herself and her team to meet those challenges head on. (35:45)
• Krista & the group share guidance and advice for anybody who’s looking to “take the plunge” into entrepreneurship. (39:45)

Related Links:

• Do you want to learn more about First Flight Venture Center?  If you’d like to learn more about the programs that First Flight Venture Center offers for founder teams, or for community leaders, please see their programs.
•  TEAMES Global is live!!! We will be launching new courses throughout the summer to support leaders and organizations as they empower their teams, connect with customers and reach their goals!!! Follow TEAMES Global on Facebook and LinkedIn, and sign up for a course today! 
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO builds effective and empowered teams that deliver results at https://teamesandco.com/teams/organizational-design
• Follow TEAMES & CO on Facebook  LinkedIn, Twitter (@teamesandco) and Instagram (@teamesandco)
• Want to watch the podcasts on video visit TEAMES & CO on YouTube.

Related Podcasts: If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to check out a conversation between Tracy and Mike on the process and benefits of Strategic Planning, a powerful tool that Krista discussed in this episode. 

Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of TEAMES & CO. Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by TEAMES & CO. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

Our podcast is edited by Nodderly (www.nodderly.com). A huge thank you to their team for the great video, audio and editing support!

In this week’s episode, Tracy and Mike interview Dino Skerlos, the Outsourced Vice President of Sales at Sales Xceleration. We dive into many important topics from setting sales goals, how sales and marketing can work better together, and how you can foster friendly competition and most importantly collaboration within your teams.

Show Highlights:

• Dino introduces himself and shares about his background as a fractional sales leader with client organizations, including the success of his his previous ventures resulting in 4 company exits due to growth that Dino and his teams have driven: (0:58)
• The group discusses the team dynamics involved with leading a sales team - including Dino’s role as a fractional leader, the adjustment to more virtual work settings, and the timeless roles of strong leadership: hiring, establishing processes, and setting the right goals. (3:18)
• Dino responds to a question about how he gives feedback to individuals, and to the broader team. He also addresses how to create a healthy culture that is balances competition and empathy: (9:25)
• Setting compensation targets to align incentives for individuals and departments, and what cultures Dino looks for when he joins an organization: (19:30) 
• Being an advocate for team members, and creating opportunities for their development: (30:25)
• Dino shares what’s next on his horizon to close out 2021, and shares his satisfaction of being a great “Sales Dad”, being able to help individuals in their own journey: (36:15)

Related Links:

• Do you want to learn more about Sales Xceleration? Visit their site here! 
• TEAMES Global is live!!! We will be launching new courses throughout the summer to support leaders and organizations as they empower their teams, connect with customers and reach their goals!!! Follow TEAMES Global on Facebook and LinkedIn, and sign up for a course today! 
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO builds effective and empowered teams that deliver results at https://teamesandco.com/teams/organizational-design
• Follow TEAMES & CO on Facebook  LinkedIn, Twitter (@teamesandco) and Instagram (@teamesandco)
• If you want to watch the podcasts on video visit TEAMES & CO on YouTube.
•  Related Podcasts: If you liked this podcast, check out our conversation with Catherine Haynes, and author and enneagram expert. In this episode, the group discusses the differences of personality types and how teams can be effective by balancing the strengths that each individual brings to the table. 

Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of TEAMES & CO. Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by TEAMES & CO. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

Our podcast is edited by Nodderly (www.nodderly.com). A huge thank you to their team for the great video, audio and editing support!

In this week’s episode, Tracy and Mike interview Anne Jones, the CO-Founder of District C. We speak to the importance of building strong teams, and how those team skills can be developed over time.

Show Highlights:

• Anne shares the inspiration behind District C, and what the organization does. The group discusses the value of group project work, and how District C has developed a framework that unlocks the strengths of a diverse team.  (0:58)
• Anne explores the District C framework, and shares the real stories and reactions of students who have been through the program, and the business leaders that those students have helped solve real life problems in their businesses. (6:14)
• Anne shares the fundamentals that are taught at District C, and the group discusses the implications for those learning from their own careers. (12:51)
• Tracy and Anne talk about the differences between leadership and teamship. (20:00) 
• The group continues the conversation on leadership, and both the challenge and importance of developing true thought diversity within a group setting. (25:06) 
• Anne shares how companies can engage District C, and the mindset that’s required for companies who would like to get involved. The group transitions into how businesses, coaches and students can get involved (31:00)

Related Links:

• Do you want to learn more about District C? Visit their website here!  
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO builds effective and empowered teams that deliver results at https://teamesandco.com/teams/organizational-design
• Follow TEAMES & CO on Facebook  LinkedIn, Twitter (@teamesandco) and Instagram (@teamesandco)
• Want to watch the podcasts on video visit TEAMES & CO on YouTube.
•  TEAMES Global is live!!! We will be launching new courses throughout the summer to support leaders and organizations as they empower their teams, connect with customers and reach their goals!!! Follow TEAMES Global on Facebook and LinkedIn, and sign up for a course today! 

Related Podcasts: If you liked this podcast, be sure to check out our podcast with Kaleb Hupp, who shares his experiences in both Teamship and in Leadership as an army officer, as a consultant, and now as an entrepreneur. 

Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of TEAMES & CO. Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by TEAMES & CO. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

Our podcast is edited by Nodderly (www.nodderly.com). A huge thank you to their team for the great video, audio and editing support!

In this week’s episode, Tracy and Mike interview Mary Beth Knapp, Board of Directors President, and Megan Price, Rescue Manager at the Humane Society of York County located in Fort Mill, South Carolina. This episode is part of our non-profit spotlight, where we explore how leaders suppor their teams, and allow our audience to share their ideas and insights via our social media at #askteames.  

Show Highlights:

• Introduction to Mary Beth, Meghan and “Avril Lavigne” with the Humane Society of York County. The group shares the mission and an overview of the team operations (1:03)
• Mary Beth and Meghan share how they support their teams and support both staff and volunteers in the pursuit of a common mission (3:49) 
• The group discusses an innovative idea that they have to level up their brand with something as fun as cat yoga! (11:00) 
• Tracy poses a good question about the extended team, and broader partner community for the Humane Society of York County (11:16)
• The group shares advice for business leaders who struggle to juggle many priorities (15:25)
• The group shares their thoughts on the process of delegation (21:15)
• Mary Beth and Megan share the awesome things coming up for their organization in the coming weeks and months: (24:21)

Related Links:

• Do you want to learn more about the Humane Society of York County? Check them out here!  https://humanesocietyofyorkcounty.org/ or on their Facebook.
• Learn more about how TEAMES & CO builds effective and empowered teams that deliver results at https://teamesandco.com/teams/organizational-design
• Follow TEAMES & CO on Facebook  LinkedIn, Twitter (@teamesandco) and Instagram (@teamesandco)
• Want to watch the podcasts on video visit TEAMES & CO on YouTube.
•  TEAMES Global is live!!! We will be launching new courses throughout the summer to support leaders and organizations as they empower their teams, connect with customers and reach their goals!!! Follow TEAMES Global on Facebook and LinkedIn, and sign up for a course today! 

Related Podcasts: To check out another great episode listed to our interview with Leah Craig Fieser, the Executive Director of Brother Wolf Animal Rescue, non-profit that also has a heart for serving animals,. 

Views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of TEAMES & CO. Mention of particular products or services and participation of a guest does not imply an endorsement by TEAMES & CO. The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice.

Our podcast is edited by Nodderly (www.nodderly.com). A huge thank you to their team for the great video, audio and editing support!