{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 969| Verizon Business Leadership with Chris Pagano","description":"What\u2019s happening, what\u2019s happening?! Welcome back to the show! Today\u2019s episode is special\u2014not just because we\u2019re talking business and technology\u2014but because we\u2019re reconnecting with an old friend and powerhouse leader in the wireless world, Chris Pagano, Senior Director of Segment Marketing &amp;amp; Business at Verizon Business. We dive deep into leadership, longevity, and the evolution of one of the world\u2019s most influential brands\u2014and how relationships, consistency, and innovation continue to drive Verizon\u2019s success.&amp;nbsp; In this episode, we break down:&amp;nbsp; \u2705 How relationships build lasting careers and cultures within big organizations \u2705 The evolution of Verizon\u2014from retail roots to global tech powerhouse \u2705 How AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation are shaping the future of connectivity \u2705 Why reliability, relationships, and service still win in a transactional world \u2705 What small business owners can learn from Verizon\u2019s model of innovation and trust We also unpack what it takes to stay relevant in a rapidly changing industry, how Verizon supports small businesses with digital tools and education, and why great companies are built by great people\u2014one relationship at a time.&amp;nbsp; \ud83d\udd25 CHALLENGE: Think about your own business or career\u2014are you building relationships or just transactions? What can you do this week to strengthen your connections and serve people better? If today\u2019s episode brought you value, do me a favor\u2014Like, Subscribe, and Share this with someone who needs to hear it! &amp;nbsp;\ud83d\udcf2 Follow us for more: \ud83d\udc49 Instagram: @realbrianhess | @thebrianhessshow &amp;nbsp;\ud83d\udd17 Resources &amp;amp; Partnerships: \ud83d\udca1 Expert content creation?&amp;nbsp;www.1teammedia.com \ud83d\ude9c Elite paving &amp;amp; construction training? www.topcontractorschool.com \ud83c\udfd7\ufe0f Industry-leading paving solutions? www.thepavementgroup.com Listen to this episode on iTunes:  https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/the-perspective-podcast\/id1477287951 Listen to this episode on Spotify:  https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/4OnmaJ1QDjgb2bZcJjrPhK?si=4INR61YZQ3mBL77wagjrQQ Listen to this episode on Stitcher: https:\/\/app.stitcher.com\/browse\/feed\/456985\/episodes https:\/\/www.realbrianhess.com\/ &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.topcontractorschool.com https:\/\/www.thepavementgroup.com\/ #TheBrianHessShow #Leadership #VerizonBusiness #Entrepreneurship #AI #SmallBusiness #Innovation #RelationshipsMatter #TechnologyLeadership ","author_name":"The Brian Hess Show","author_url":"http:\/\/brianhess.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38464095\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/193815585"}