It’s been a couple weeks since our incredible journey to HTG 2010 Summit in Dallas and our video shoot in College Station/Bryan with the AgniTEK team. After going over my notes and emails I’d like to share a couple of thoughts and observations from the ”newbie” POV:
Christy, Ken and and the Info Desk Crew
1. The organizational staff with HTG is completely top-shelf. Arlin, Scott, Ken and Christy are incredible human beings who are extremely generous with their time and talents and help those around them reach their true potential. (Note: Christy “fired” me with a smile 10 minutes upon my arrival in Dallas. Ask her about it sometime.)
2. HTG Peers are embracing the “go-giver” attitude in ways I have never seen an organization members do. EVER. This peer group is destined for greatness on many levels, both as a group and individually.
From Dallas to College Station with a lapfull of rubber.
3. Don’t try and save a couple bucks when renting a car to haul gear from Dallas to College Station. I mean no disrespect to my boss (the one who signs my checks) but a spare tire on your lap for long car ride leaves you smelling like the Michelin Man and unable to use your legs for 13 minutes and 43 seconds. While I love the Grand Marque, I’ll gladly pay the extra 20 or so for the van upgrade and pitch in on the gas.
Ribs & Brisket with Fried Okra & Slaw... yummy!
4. If you’re ever near Bryan or College Station in Texas, stop by the Martin’s Place for some yummy and very cost effective BBQ, but make sure you wear something you don’t mind smells like smoke for the next couple days. And don’t try to get through airport customs with a zip-lock bag full of ribs and sausage… that dog was on me like… well, a dog on meat.
5. Jamison West is the man. A real-life “go to guy”. Period.
6. ConnectWise, Quosal, Ulistic and JoomConnect are going to be some partners we’ll walk with during this journey. We’re honored to have such guests along this early part of the path. We may stumble, but it’s good to know you are there.
Antonio and David, the heart and brains of AgniTEK.
7. Take time to get to know your clients, I spent a lot of time with the crew at AgniTEK in Bryan. David and Antonio have built one of the smoothest operations I’ve ever witnessed. Friendly staff, knowledgeable team and-on top of that-their clients wouldn’t stop saying great things about them on and off camera.
It’s been a month or so since we all came together in the same room, working on common goals and I must say… this team is really starting to gel. Aaron and I are working with clients, Mike is in his cave editing all the footage he shot, and Bryce keeps the wheels on by doing all the HR/PM stuff. I am really excited about the potential of this company. Now to get the processes in place and really help our clients succeed. We are ready to rock it. Are you?
