After a rough day, Ben and Carl talk about how to manage work commitments when home life gets messy. Understanding the impact of an owner’s mood on the team, the conversation turns to minimizing disruption when shit happens.

10 - Expectations

Jul 10th, 2015 40m 2s

While things continue to improve at nGen, Ben and Carl discuss the one glaring issue the company is facing, mixed expectations. It’s time to talk about what is expected from nGen as a team and as individuals.

9 - Culture

Jun 22nd, 2015 41m 38s

Carl shares with Ben his insights after asking the nGen team how things are going. Overall the nGeneers are optimistic but it’s time to focus on better communication and collaboration. Talk of core values is in the air!

8 - Communication

Jun 5th, 2015 40m 59s

After a rough week, Ben and Carl dive into what it takes to have real conversations. It’s not enough to be present and listen, you have to understand the baggage the other person may be bringing with them. Then can you cut through the self defe

7 - Off the Record

May 29th, 2015 30m 37s

After recording Episode 6, Carl and Ben left the recorder running, In this bonus episode they cover topics like distributed teams, Owner Camp Chicago, personal quirks, character flaws and trust issues. In other news, Ben and Carl dub themselves

6 - The Recap

May 22nd, 2015 38m 45s

Carl and Ben take a break from Owner Camp in Chicago to talk about the transformation of nGen over the last 90 days. Things are getting better but it hasn't been easy.

5 - The Office

May 14th, 2015 31m 20s

While Carl is on the road, Ben sends a quick Slack message about available office space in Dallas. Having recently agreed to close the Jacksonville office, Carl is concerned Ben wants to move the company.

4 - The Response

May 1st, 2015 48m 16s

Carl gets Ben up to speed on a meeting with nGen's lawyer. After realizing they're close to an agreement, they get real about what matters to them in a partnership, a company and life.

3 - The Demands

Apr 17th, 2015 44m 58s

In Episode Three, Ben and Carl come back to the table to continue discussions about The Agreement. Sharing for the first time what needs to be included for them to continue moving forward.