Backstage Conversations

Management Insights from a retail and experienced management expert, Jeff Callan, who said: The biggest challenge for managers today is to absorb everything about the business, embrace failures, be dependable and loyal, and follow the programs laid out. Loyalty means coming together as a group, supporting and being there for each other. Loyalty to the company may have a different meaning for younger generations. Building trust as a manager involves treating team members well, forming relationships, and caring about their personal lives. The customer experience in retail has become more demanding, and finding good employees is difficult in the gig economy. Business owners and leaders need to listen to their employees and understand the challenges they face. Inflation in the retail industry has led to higher margins and cutting out middlemen.
Key Takeaways
Managers should absorb everything about the business, embrace failures, and be dependable and loyal.
Loyalty means coming together as a group and supporting each other.
Building trust as a manager involves treating team members well and caring about their personal lives.
The customer experience in retail has become more demanding.
Finding good employees is difficult in the gig economy.
Business owners and leaders should listen to their employees and understand their challenges.
Inflation in the retail industry has led to higher margins and cutting out middlemen.

Ganesh Raju talks about Digital Transformation, which involves overhauling traditional ways of doing things and adopting modern technology. Artificial intelligence (AI) is a key driver of this transformation, with the potential to impact all industries. Companies implementing AI face challenges such as data quality, process changes, and ethical considerations. While AI may replace some jobs, it also creates new roles and skill sets. The Metaverse technology is still in its early stages but holds immense potential for immersive experiences and training. The next major breakthrough in AI is the development of AI agents, which enable multi-step workflows. The future impact of AI depends on ensuring ethical and responsible AI development.
Key Takeaways:
Digital transformation involves overhauling traditional ways of doing things and adopting modern technology.
AI has the potential to transform all industries and bring about positive changes.
Implementing AI requires addressing challenges such as data quality, process changes, and ethical considerations.
While AI may replace some jobs, it also creates new roles and skill sets.
Metaverse technology is still in its early stages but holds immense potential for immersive experiences and training.
The next major breakthrough in AI is the development of AI agents, enabling multi-step workflows.
Ensuring ethical and responsible AI development is crucial for the future impact of AI.

Carlisle Lustenberger, Pilot, Lawyer, Finance Master, shares his journey of becoming a fighter pilot and the leadership skills he learned in the military. He also discusses the challenges of transitioning to the private sector and offers advice for veterans looking to make the transition. The key themes of the conversation include the motivation to become a fighter pilot, leadership lessons from the military, the difficulties of transitioning to the private sector, the need for better understanding and alignment between veterans and the corporate world, and the importance of self-assessment and strategic planning.
Takeaways
The motivation to become a fighter pilot can come from a combination of personal interest and a call to service.
Leadership skills learned in the military, such as incorporating old perspectives and putting the team before oneself, can be applied in various contexts.
Transitioning from the military to the private sector can be difficult due to the challenge of translating military experience and the lack of understanding from the corporate world.
To improve the transition process, organizations should focus on understanding and valuing the skills and experiences that veterans bring.
Veterans should do their research and self-assessment to align their skills and goals with the opportunities in the civilian world.
Strategic planning and self-awareness are crucial for veterans looking to make a successful transition.

PR Rishi, a technologist, discusses the philosophy of needs-based training and assessment in the field of professional development. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the audience and personalizing training to meet their needs. PR also highlights the challenge of delivering online content that is not tailored to individual learners. He shares examples of how his company translates military experience into civilian skills and provides personalized training for various audiences. The conversation touches on the role of technology in learning and the potential of the metaverse. PR advises organizations to seek experts in needs-based assessment and individuals to invest time in understanding their passions and capabilities.

Welcome to Backstage Conversations!
This video podcast was established in order to bring world-class expertise through a focused interview in order to educate our audience with 2-5 salient points on any given business topic. 
In this inaugural episode, the format and expectations are discussed as is the mission of providing valuable information for you, our audience.
This podcast series is specifically designed for the businessperson who simply wants to learn, continuously improve, and seek out ways to upskill their brand.
We hope you enjoy this first episode!

International trade is a vitally important subject in the 21st century, as all organizations operate in the global business environment. It affects everyday life, from the availability of consumer goods to the sourcing of office supplies.
Globalization is expected to continue growing, with a focus on the fight for dominance between the United States and China.
Professionals need to plan for the future of international trade by understanding the benefits and risks involved.
Cultural awareness and cross-cultural understanding are key to success in international trade.