What The Teck?

Chad Rubin is the Founder and CEO of Profasee, a dynamic pricing platform enabling brands to predict the optimum price for every product. He has built several successful companies, including the Prosper Show, Think Crucial, and Skubana, which was acquired by 3PL Central. As a speaker and world-class Amazon expert, Chad gives presentations about e-commerce, SaaS, and Amazon at global conferences and webinars. He is also the co-author of the Amazon bestseller Cheaper Easier Direct. In this episode… Online businesses face shrinking profits, rising costs, and competition from global brands. Consumer spending has dropped while brands are pressured to lower prices. How can companies adapt and stay profitable in a crowded and volatile market? According to e-commerce expert and AI innovator Chad Rubin, brands must rethink traditional pricing strategies by using data-driven insights and AI-powered tools. Pricing should be dynamic, not fixed, allowing businesses to capture more value while meeting consumer demand in real time. Chad highlights the importance of leveraging data as a core business asset, adopting AI to automate cognitive tasks, and embracing experimentation rather than clinging to outdated practices. In the latest episode of What The Teck?, Rolando Rosas and Dave Kelly welcome Chad Rubin, Founder and CEO of Profasee, back to discuss AI-powered pricing in e-commerce. Chad shares how dynamic pricing can drive profitability, the dangers of false AI claims in the marketplace, and how to train AI with personal content.

Dr. Mike Perko, PhD, is the Founder of 500 Fist Bumps, an initiative that promotes trust, connection, and well-being among youth. He is also a Professor of Public Health Education at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). In 1994, Dr. Perko developed the Survey to Predict Adolescent Athlete Dietary Supplement Use, which is used by researchers worldwide. As a highly rated speaker and authority figure in public health, he has authored over 200 articles on health and fitness and written three books. In this episode… Many people underestimate how early-life habits and social environments influence their health, mobility, and mental well-being in later years. Declining physical activity, limited community connection, and preventable chronic conditions are increasing healthcare costs and diminishing quality of life. How can we build healthier, more connected communities that improve longevity and daily function? According to public health educator and researcher Dr. Mike Perko, preventative healthcare must start before adulthood. Low-cost, accessible actions like daily walks and groundwork for bone strength can sustain physical health, while fostering social connections can improve mental well-being. Dr. Perko urges community leaders to reintroduce physical education in schools, address social determinants of health, and encourage corporate investments in community health. In this episode of What The Teck?, Rolando Rosas and Dave Kelly welcome Dr. Mike Perko, Founder of 500 Fist Bumps, back to discuss building healthier communities and preventing chronic illness. Dr. Perko discusses the value of early intervention in developing healthy habits, the impact of walking and physical movement on longevity, and the role of social determinants in shaping overall well-being.

Steve Cadigan is a Talent Advisor at Cadigan Talent Ventures, which helps top organizations and leaders build compelling talent solutions for the digital era. As a keynote speaker on the future of work, he has been at the forefront of global talent strategy and company culture for the past 30 years. Steve was LinkedIn's first Chief HR Officer, having scaled the company's talent from 400 to 4,000 in 3.5 years. He is the author of Workquake and has been recognized as an exceptional world-class performer in culture by The Wall Street Journal, Fortune magazine, and other publications. In 2021, Steve was recognized as being among the top 200 Global Thought Leaders in the world of people and talent. In this episode… As artificial intelligence takes over the workplace, many professionals and students are questioning the value of traditional education and wondering how to prepare for a future that seems increasingly unpredictable. With AI disrupting both blue- and white-collar jobs, and universities lagging behind in adapting to the digital age, how can individuals stay relevant? Former HR executive Steve Cadigan urges professionals to become students of AI, develop uniquely human skills like empathy and communication, and prioritize adaptability over pursuing specific career paths. While AI is currently being used to cut jobs and costs, the real opportunity lies in creating new value and guiding others through the transition. Additionally, countries like China are accelerating AI-backed development through state-backed efforts and massive educational investments, graduating more AI-trained professionals than any other nation. This should prompt professionals in the US to accelerate innovation. In the latest episode of What The Teck?, Rolando Rosas welcomes Steve Cadigan, Talent Advisor at Cadigan Talent Ventures, back to discuss the impact of AI on education, work, and society. Steve talks about economic growth in super cities, concerns surrounding AI's power and influence, and the ethical concerns of AI exposing personal data during the hiring process.

Helen Polise is the Owner, Director, and Executive Producer of Muthership Productions, a company specializing in storytelling, lifestyle, healthcare, fashion, and testimonials. She is also the Founder and CEO of Socialize, a community for social media creators. As a professional director and interviewer, Helen has worked with notable brands like Blistex, Conair, and NFL Alumni to create engaging, cross-channel videos. As a video content creator and self-proclaimed social media guru, she is known as the TikTok Teacher, sharing her learnings via tutorials on TikTok. In this episode… The social media landscape is flooded with millions of daily uploads, so creators often struggle to stand out, connect meaningfully with their audiences, and earn a sustainable income. Many aspiring influencers follow trends and expert advice with limited engagement or long-term followers. With such a saturated and fast-paced environment, how can creators find their voice, build trust, and turn passion into profit? According to social media educator Helen Polise, content creators can build a loyal following by leaning into their authentic purpose. She emphasizes the value of educational content, stating that videos offering tangible value drive deeper engagement and long-term follower growth. Helen recommends investing years in building trust before monetizing content and encourages creators to explore indirect income streams like speaking gigs and brand partnerships. Influencers can also structure content with compelling hooks and deliver on promises to sustain viewer attention and inspire action. In this episode of What The Teck?, Helen Polise of Muthership Productions and Socialize returns to talk with Rolando Rosas about building a lasting presence as a TikTok content creator. Helen explains how she found her niche through teaching, why she prioritizes community over quick monetization, and how she leverages production expertise on commercial sets.

René Rodriguez is a renowned keynote speaker, leadership advisor, and the best-selling author of Amplify Your Influence, which offers practical strategies to enhance communication and leadership skills. With over 27 years of experience, he has applied behavioral neuroscience to address leadership, sales, and change management challenges. René created the AMPLIFII™ course, a methodology that has trained over 100,000 professionals worldwide. In this episode… In today's hyperconnected world, the constant barrage of notifications, digital content, and virtual interactions has left many struggling with shortened attention spans, weakened interpersonal connections, and difficulty staying present. As more professionals transition to remote and hybrid work, how can we reclaim focus, foster meaningful connections, and lead effectively? According to behavioral neuroscience expert René Rodriguez, storytelling, social media, and virtual communication impact how the brain processes and stores information. To reclaim focus, he suggests reducing social media consumption and replacing it with activities that stimulate creativity, such as puzzles or focused time blocks for thinking. Through attention-narrowing exercises, like staring at a single point to build concentration and the "40 for 30" technique — giving someone 40 volts of full attention for 30 seconds — leaders can foster meaningful interactions. René also recommends employing narrative storytelling techniques and upgrading your virtual setup to enhance presence, engagement, and communication. In today's episode of What The Teck?, Rolando Rosas and Dave Kelly sit down with René Rodriguez, who talks about the neuroscience behind influence and communication. René explores the effects of doom scrolling, how leaders can counter negativity bias through storytelling, and how to maintain an optimal tone during interactions.