Join Rolando Rosas and Dave Kelly in this episode of What The Teck? as they talk with Executive Producer and host of What’s Your Work Fit?, Dan Smolen, about structuring your career around your life. Dan describes productivity paranoia, the benefits of meaningful work, and how American work culture differs from European cultures.

In the age of digital technology, one might assume that emails and text messaging are quickly phasing out traditional phone communication. Surprisingly, this isn't necessarily true – phones remain a significant part of business operations between organizations and...

Marketing’s not magic. It’s not even that complicated. But it does require a little patience and a lot of reminding. Enter: the Rule of 7. Here’s the gist—people need to see your brand (or hear from you, or get gently nudged by your existence) at least seven times...

If you’re an Amazon seller relying on overseas products — especially from China — you’ve probably noticed some shifts in pricing, sourcing, and strategy. A big part of that? Tariffs introduced during the Trump administration. Here’s how they’re changing the game:...

Is AI quietly replacing artists—or are we just getting louder about it? Remember when making art meant staring at a blank page, wrestling with inspiration, and maybe crying a little? Now you can ask a robot to do it for you. “Make it Ghibli,” you type. And voilà—an AI...

After years of remote work flexibility, the pendulum has swung. Companies, both in the private and public sectors, are increasingly mandating a "return to office" (RTO). But is this return a seamless transition back to normalcy, or a bumpy ride filled with unexpected...

In today’s episode of What The Teck? Rolando Rosas and Dave Kelly chat with Andrea Sullivan, the CEO of vYve by Vayner, about building authentic leadership in a digital-first society. Andrea explains the role of emotional intelligence in brand building, the importance of vulnerability, and how to build a dynamic culture from the top down.

In a recent episode of "What The Teck with Andrea Sullivan," hosted by Rolando and Dave, Andrea Sullivan, President of Vive by Vayner and former CMO at VaynerX, shared her valuable perspectives on a range of topics, from the future of branding in 2025 to the dynamics...

You’ve probably heard it (or said it): “Maybe I should try Android.” But then you remember... nah. Because when you’re in the Apple bubble, life’s just a little too convenient to bother jumping ship. Here’s why most iOS users flirt with the idea of switching — and...

In this episode of What The Teck?, Rolando Rosas interviews Derek Gaunt, Negotiations Trainer and Coach at The Black Swan Group, about applying hostage negotiation strategies to business deals. Derek explains why emotions dictate responses in negotiations, how to identify manipulation, and the role of the amygdala in facilitating difficult conversations.

Remember when remote work was just a temporary fix? Yeah, that ship has sailed. In 2025, remote work isn’t just an option; it’s a dealbreaker for many job seekers. People aren’t just looking for a paycheck anymore—they want flexibility, work-life balance, and a job...

Once upon a time, Sony Ericsson was a big deal. Their Walkman phones were everywhere, their Cyber-shot cameras made sense in a pre-smartphone world, and they were ahead of the game for a while. But then the iPhone happened, Android took over, and Sony Ericsson? Well,...