Never Been Promoted Podcast with Thomas Helfrich

Michael Greenberg, founder of 3rdBrain, joins the podcast to share insights on mastering digital operations and the transformative role of automation in modern businesses. From his journey through entrepreneurship to simplifying complex workflows, Michael delivers actionable advice for business leaders at every stage.

About Michael Greenberg:

Michael Greenberg is the founder of 3rdBrain, a company specializing in digital operations and automation. With a background in growth consulting and startup leadership, Michael has dedicated his career to bridging the gap between business and technology. His work focuses on enabling companies to optimize processes, integrate tools, and leverage AI for scalable success.

In this episode, Thomas and Michael discuss:

• The Levels of Digital Operations
  Michael explains the five levels of digital operations, from analog systems to fully integrated AI-driven workflows. He highlights how businesses can transition from manual processes to advanced automation step by step.
• Building Human-Centered Workflows
  Michael emphasizes the importance of designing workflows that prioritize clarity, simplicity, and measurable metrics, ensuring seamless operations across teams.
• The Right Time to Automate
  Not every business is ready for automation. Michael shares key indicators of when a company should start automating and how to avoid the common pitfalls of implementing technology too early.

Key Takeaways:

• Automation Starts with Documentation
  Michael advises businesses to map out their processes manually before automating them. Clear documentation is the foundation for successful automation.
• People-Driven Success
  Human skills remain critical, even in an automated world. Michael encourages professionals to focus on improving interpersonal abilities alongside technical ones.
• AI and the Future of Workflows
  While automation and AI will continue to evolve, businesses that combine these tools with human oversight will achieve the best results.

"If you think AI and automation will take your job, get better with people—it’s not just about technology; it’s about human connection." — Michael Greenberg

CONNECT WITH MICHAEL GREENBERG:

Website: https://www.3rdbrain.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gentoftech/
Digital Operations Guide: DigitalOps Playbook

CONNECT WITH THOMAS:

X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thelfrich | https://twitter.com/nevbeenpromoted Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hovienko | https://www.facebook.com/neverbeenpromoted
Website: https://www.neverbeenpromoted.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverbeenpromoted/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@neverbeenpromoted
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomashelfrich/
Email: [email protected]
Instantly

Serious about LinkedIn Lead Generation? Stop Guessing what to do on LinkedIn and ignite revenue from relevance with Instantly Relevant Lead System