The How Did We Get Here Podcast?
A lighthearted view of the 'Tech Scale Up' journey as Virtual Mgr started from humble beginnings in Australia to a Global force with offices in the US, UK & The Phillipines. Hosted by Charles Dagnall, Edited and Produced by Daggers Media Ltd.
Episodes
45 episodes
Episode 45 - Alloc8te, The company the boy's mentor, their big pivot and update on progress one year on!
The boys rejoin Heman & Rhyoma from Alloc8te to discuss how their business has progressed and where they are in their journey. They discuss the pivot they made, new products and how they commercialised their offerings within the Australian ...
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Episode 44 - In conversation with Cricket & Media personality Phil Tufnell - Part 2
In part 2, the boys look at what contributing factors led Phil to success in sports and business. They delve into the early years and highlights Phil's philosophy on happiness and wellbeing.
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Episode 43 - In Conversation a British Sporting & Media Legend, Phillip Tufnell
Join the Boy's on a fascinating episode where they sit down with the renowned media personality and sporting legend, Phil Tufnell. The conversation takes a deep dive into Phil's illustrious career in cricket, including his experiences playing f...
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Episode 42 - Where is Virtual Mgr after 9 years in the Journey!
The boys discuss where the business is after 9 years. They discuss some of the recent expansion areas in the US, changes in stakeholder management and implementing layers/infrastructure into the business. The team discuss how decis...
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Episode 41 - In Conversation with Entrepreneur Jay Radia, Part 2
The boys are in conversation with British entrepreneur Jay Radia, co-founder of predictive marketing technology Yieldify, has raised over $100M and has been selected as one of the Financial Times Euro Tech Top 10 Under 30.In Part...
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Episode 40 - In conversation with Entrepreneur Jay Radia
The boys are in conversation with British entrepreneur Jay Radia, co-founder of predictive marketing technology Yieldify, has raised over $100M and has been selected as one of the Financial Times Euro Tech Top 10 Under 30.We disc...
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28:23
Episode 39 - In Conversation with Monty Panesar - Part 2
The boys discuss 'that innings at Cardiff', Aussie sledging, racism in the game . How does Monty look at his own mental health, tips and strategies.
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26:39
Episode 38 - Mental Health, in conversation with England Cricket's cult legend, Monty Panesar
The boys chat with Monty Panesar about his career, the highs and lows, plus focus on mental health issues. Monty discusses his new career and what it took to become a prominent journalist and podcaster.
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Episode 37 - The Boys are back to kick off Series 3 (Catch up after the Summer)
Daggers, Tony, Anil & Neil are back together after the summer to record Series 3. The guys talk about their experiences over the summer, Daggers working on Women's International Cricket and The Blast Tournament in the UK. Anil & Tony we...
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Episode 36 - Part 2 - In Conversation with David Paynter - Challenging the Footwear Giants!
The guys continue their conversation with David covering topics including; How did David take on the giants of the sports footwear industry, pivoting into Golf and what does the future hold for this global brand Payntr!
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Episode 35 - In conversation with David Paynter, who took on the giants in the sports footwear industry
The boys chat with David Paynter, former professional cricketer and founder of Payntr Footwear. They have become a global brand in Cricket and Golf. Worn and endorsed by one of the best T20 cricketer's in the world, Rashid Khan. David took on t...
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Episode 34 - Deploying VM into one of the largest hospitals in the world - Mt Sinai, NYC
The boys chat to Steve Flanagan from Mt Sinai in NYC about their deployment of Virtual Mgr into one of the largest hospitals in the world. Steve as the Director of the facility talks about his experiences, feedback on the tool and how its helpi...
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Episode 33 - 'Mentoring' - In Conversation with two Australian Entrepreneurs
The boys chat with Richard Siganto, Founder/CEO of iSponsor & Heman Germian, Founder/CEO of Alloc8te. Both entrepreneurs are being mentored by the VM team. The discussion centres around their growth, wins, losses and the value that the ment...
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Episode 32 - The boys are back together after the summer break - Part 2
The guys take a look at the conference and reflect on the time spent with staff, clients and associates of the Virtual Mgr business. This was the first time all team members from the US and Australia have ever been together in one room!
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Episode 31 - The boys are back after the Summer break Part 1
Daggers and the boys are finally back together! Daggers has been commentating in the Caribbean on the U19 World Cup and the VM boys have been working across the US seeing clients.
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Episode 30 (Part 2) - In Conversation with Prakash Wakankar, Technology Growth & Culture within India
Part 2 of the discussion focuses around people and business culture across India plus what does it take for an International company to succeed in India.
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Episode 29 (Part 1) - In Conversation with Prakash Wakankar, Technology Growth & Culture within India
The team speak with Prakash Wakankar, successful global corporate leader, broadcaster, former sportsman and all round great guy! Prakash provides his perspective on the key changes in the tech revolution in India, trends and how culture is king...
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Episode 28 - Meet Founder & CEO of The Marco Polo Group, Stef Solferini - Part 2
The guys talk further with Stef and discuss the key success factors that he sees with Start ups and scale ups. Stef looks at the journey of tech companies, what are the stages, key decision points and going global!
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Episode 27 - Meet Founder & CEO of The Marco Polo Group, Stef Solferini - Part 1
The guys speak in a two part episode to Founder and CEO of the Marco Polo Group, Stef Solferini. Stef works exclusively with Inc 5000 companies and has a background in Management Consulting (Accenture), Corporate Banking and M&A. Stef discu...
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Episode 26 - From Saville Row to the Cotswolds, in conversation with Tom Wharton
The Boys chat to Tom Wharton of Barrington Ayre who started life on Saville Row and decided to take the plunge into his now very successful business. Tom talks about the challenges and experiences that led him to a business providing clothing t...
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Episode 25 - The life of a Sports & Entertainment Agent, Luke Sutton
Former professional cricketer Luke Sutton turned International sports and entertainment agent talks to the guys about his business successes, challenges and some of the talent that he has managed. Luke talks candidly about his journey, what he ...
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Episode 24 - (Part 2) Meeting an Australian Legend, Greg Ritchie
The boys move into conversation with Greg around how he spotted opportunities and capitalised upon then post Cricket. Greg talks about what he believes are successful traits when entering a new role or job. The transition between sport and busi...
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Episode 23 (Part 1) - Meeting an Australian Legend, Greg Ritchie
The Guys meet and discuss with former International cricketer Greg Ritchie what it took to take him from a cricket great to a top class sales person. Greg discusses his many business interests and how he capitalised upon opportunities tha...
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Episode 22 (Part 2) - In conversation with Michael Vaughan, (OBE) Former England Cricket Captain
The guys continue their discussion with Michael Vaughan and explore the transition from sport to business and the challenges faced. Michael talks about his business ventures and why he entered those sectors. He also offers advice for sportsmen ...
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Episode 21 - In conversation with Michael Vaughan, (OBE) Former England Cricket Captain
Part 1 of 2 .The Boys get the opportunity to speak to Michael Vaughan, former England International Cricket Captain, Commentator and Entrepreneur. The discussion centres around the transition from sport to business, looking at analogies and beh...
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