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This podcast is all about the new virtual world of work. The globalized workforce is shifting more and more to remote work, virtual teams and distributed collaboration. On this podcast, we talk with inspiring leaders, experts, and scientists about their learnings, findings, and experience when it comes to the future of work. We also share our own stories, experiences, and failures while discovering new virtual frontiers, so our listeners might have a nice takeaway (or at least, something to laugh). Leave us a review, drop a comment, sent a message. We're happy to engage! - A podcast about virtual teams created by a virtual team -

[de] How to Build & Successfully Run a Remote Company with Niklas Dorn

Virtual Frontier

  • 1.1K views
  • almost 4 years ago
  • 51:30

In dieser Episode haben wir Niklas Dorn zu Gast. Niklas ist der Co-Founder und CEO von Filestage. Filestage macht es Unternehmen wie LG, NBC und Lufthansa leichter, Prozesse und Workflows rund um Review & Freigabe von digitalen Inhalten so effektiv wie möglich zu managen. Niklas und Daniel haben darüber gesprochen, was bei einer Transition hin zu einer erfolgreichen Remote Organisation zu beachten ist. CEO Niklas gibt in seine Erfahrung Einblicke, auf welche entscheidenden Faktoren und Bausteine er ein besonderes Augenmerk legt. Viel Spaß beim Hören!

[de] New Work? Das Momentum. Macht Euch auf den Weg! Featuring Stephan Grabmeier

Virtual Frontier

  • 1.3K views
  • about 4 years ago
  • 01:06:58

On this episode of the Virtual Frontier, we have Stephan Grabmeier. Stephan advises local and global companies, innovation hubs and NGOs on sustainability, new work, and innovation. Stephan also published a book last year called “Future Business Kompass”. Stephan, Manuel and Daniel talked about his book, as well as how individuals and companies can become active contributors to New Work and build business strategies fit for the future. Of course, their conversation was also influenced by the recent worldwide events with covid19 and how this is affecting businesses now, short term and in the future.

How to Scale Your Organization Systematically, featuring Nikolai Ladanyi

Virtual Frontier

  • 1.1K views
  • about 4 years ago
  • 46:17

Manuel and Nikolai talked about how companies and organizations in general, can scale systematically. Dive with us into the topic and listen to Nikolai's approach and thoughts. Scaling is in fact something really simple. The first step, verbalize everything an get the implicit knowledge out of your brain.When scaling is simple, why so many entrepreneurs struggle with it?How to be focused on things that really matter?What are OKR's, and how can we use them the best way?Why do you want to make yourself as a founder redundant as soon as possible? Excerpts you might want to jump inNikolai tells us what are important aspects when it comes to localizing content and ideas. [03:44]Nikolai speaks about the basics of scaling and how to make yourself redundant. [08:27]How to conduct successful and productive meetings. [12:56]Start your meetings with silence and get aligned. [20:16]Manuel's experiences with getting things done and how OKR's help him to stay focused. [25:38]Scaling means that you are able to liberate yourself and do other things while the core of your business continues to run without you. [30:42]Nikolai's own story of failing and scaling as an entrepreneur. [37:00]Why it is so risky to fall in love with your own product or service [40:57] Links and hints: Books mentioned in this episode.Scaling Up English edition by Verne HarnishWachstum durch Führung: Die 10 entscheidenden Management-Prinzipien by Nikolai Ladanyi and Verne Harnish (German Edition of Scaling Up)Mastering the Rockefeller Habits from Verne HarnishDeath by Meeting: A Leadership Fable...About Solving the Most Painful Problem in Business by Patrick LencioniTrillion Dollar Coach: The Leadership Playbook of Silicon Valley's by Bill CampbellMeasure What Matters: OKRs:The Simple Idea that Drives 10x Growth by John DoerrVern Harnish's website Scaling UpThe website from the EO Entrepreneurs' Organization in GermanyFind more details about the Scale Up Summit on October 27.- 28.10.2020 in DüsseldorfGet in contact with Nikolai, writing him an E-MailWatch Manuel's TEDx Talk, and get inspired You can learn more about Flash Hub and Virtual Teams as a service at Flashhub.ioFollow us on facebook and engage on our daily discussions. Connect with us on LinkedINSee what we go for you on our YouTube ChannelGive us your feedback and ask us anything related to our shows or guests. Just drop us a message on events@brightsolutions.de.   

Offshore Staffing And The Future Of A Globalized Workforce, With Derek Gallimore

Virtual Frontier

  • 1K views
  • about 4 years ago
  • 47:27

Manuel and Derek had a  discussion about the future of a globalized workforce, and how the perspective on outsourcing is shifting over the last years, due to the constant technology advancements. Outsourcing staff and working with distributed teams is nothing new at all. Big enterprises are using this way to get work done since decades. Why most small and medium-sized businesses are still struggling to recognize the big advantages that a globalized teams can bring to table?What are the key factors to have productive outsourcing?What you should definitively avoid when outsourcing or working with distributed virtual teams?Listen to this new episode and find out. Links and hints:If you want see how outsourcing works at excellence, please visit the site of Derek's company Outsource Accelerator.One important aspect of successful outsourcing and distribute teams is clarity about processes. See the extensive documentation Derek and his team have brought together. Here you find an interesting blog post for more insights about outsourcing from avasam.comYou can learn more about Flash Hub and Virtual Teams as a service at Flashhub.ioFollow us on facebook and engage on our daily discussions. Connect with us on LinkedINGive us your feedback and ask us anything related to our shows or guests. Just drop us a message on events@brightsolutions.de. 

Bernd Geropp, Great Leadership in Times of Crisis

Virtual Frontier

  • 1.1K views
  • over 4 years ago
  • 58:19

On this episode of the Virtual Frontier, we have Bernd Geropp. Bernd is a C-level executive coach. Bernd, Manuel and Daniel had a conversation about leadership in uncertain times or within a crisis situation/period. Are great leaders born that way, or can everyone learn to be a great leader? How can a great leader support his followers/team through difficult times and keep up a good spirit? Are companies and individuals prepared for a disruptive VUCA world and what could possibly be done about that? Bernd and Manuel discussed the answer to those questions and many more.If you like to find out more about Bernds work, you should visit his websitehttps://www.berndgeropp.com/Follow his outstanding english podcast:Leadership Made Easyor the German version of the podcastFührung auf den Punkt gebracht You want to learn something new? Check out the website Daniel mentioned in this episode, were you can find 600 free online courses from international recognized universities around the globe.You can find out more about FlashHub and Virtual Teams as a service at Flashhub.ioIf you're in Germany, don't miss Virtual Teams Live Experience from FlashHub on December 12th, 2019. There will be keynote speakers talking about different aspects of new work as well as food and drinks. Only a few spots are available so register now!