10x Your Team with Cam & Otis

Cam and Otis break down how to lead your team through a crisis by focusing on small wins you can control—and why asking one simple question, "What went right?" can completely change your team's momentum. When everything feels like it's falling apart, most leaders focus on what's broken. But that's often what keeps teams stuck. In this family episode, Cam and Otis share practical leadership strategies for navigating difficult times, helping teams move from crisis to stability, and creating mo...

Chris Burke reveals why most hybrid work policies fail—and how to turn hybrid work from a policy into a measurable system that improves productivity, reduces costs, and optimizes office space. If your hybrid work setup feels chaotic, expensive, or difficult to manage, this episode will change how you think about workplace operations. Chris Burke, founder of HybridHero, shares how enterprise organizations across 40+ countries use data, automation, and workplace intelligence to improve workfor...

What drives someone to leave a successful 15-year law enforcement career to tackle one of the most challenging problems facing first responders? In this episode, Cam and Otis sit down with Joe Smarro, a decorated Marine Corps combat veteran, former San Antonio Police officer, and founder of SolutionPoint+, who's on a mission to eradicate suicide among first responders. "Misery was the catalyst," Joe explains candidly about his transition from police work to entrepreneurship. As one of the or...

What if the key to building a high-performing team isn't fixing weaknesses, but maximizing strengths? In this episode, Cam and Otis sit down with Kathy Kersten, a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach who has spent over 15 years helping leaders at Meta, Google, and AWS unlock their teams' potential through the CliftonStrengths framework. "I always joke that my Maximizer talent is a warning label, not just a t-shirt," Kathy explains, diving into the power of self-awareness and how understanding yo...

What happens when a gifted songwriter and Navy veteran decides to tackle the fintech world? In this episode, Cam and Otis sit down with Samoria Preston, founder of ThrillPay, to explore her fascinating journey from creating music to revolutionizing how people access financing for experiences and non-physical products. "Music theory is basically math," Samoria explains, revealing the unexpected connection between her artistic background and her current work in financial technology. From discu...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Amy Moore, the clinic director at the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Red Rock. In this episode, Cam and Otis explore Amy's dedication to supporting military families through trauma-informed care and her leadership in clinical programming. "Find out who you are and do it on purpose," Amy shares, reflecting on her journey from a military family background to leading a clinic dedicated to veterans and their families. With expertise in cogni...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Kim Bohr, President & COO of SparkEffect, as we explore how to navigate disruption without fracturing trust. In this episode, Cam and Otis delve into Kim's innovative approach to leadership and organizational resilience through the SparkEffect Trust Elasticity™ framework. "Trust is the foundation of performance," Kim explains, sharing her insights on aligning strategy with human-centered practices. From discussing the challenges of AI integra...

Ever wondered how to bridge the gap between vision and execution in your business? In this conversation with Rafael Pinho and Brandon Moon, co-founders of TD Pine Advisors, Cam and Otis explore the art of scaling founder-led businesses with clarity and sustainable momentum. "Scaling is not just about growth; it's about clarity and structure," Brandon explains, drawing from his extensive experience in operational upgrades and team alignment. Rafael adds, "Understanding your numbers is key to ...