In this episode of 5 Minutes with Andy, Virtual, Inc. CEO Andy Freed provides practical insights for leaders on navigating communication in today’s hybrid workplace and building trust across in-office and remote teams.

Andy discusses:

• Why regular face-to-face interactions still matter.
• How leaders can adapt communication styles to overcome technology’s limitations.
• The importance of empathy and “over-communicating” in a hybrid setting.

Tune in for tips on how to make meaningful connections with your team and communicate with impact, no matter where your employees are located.

In this episode of 5 Minutes with Andy, Andy Freed, CEO of Virtual, Inc., shares leadership and communication insights inspired by none other than "The Boss" himself—Bruce Springsteen. Drawing from his experiences as a dedicated Springsteen fan, Andy highlights valuable lessons that leaders can learn from the legendary performer’s ability to connect with his audience.

"The mark of effective communication isn’t just that you’ve presented information to your audience. As a leader, you know you’ve succeeded when people remember and tell your story to others."

-Andy Freed, CEO, Virtual, Inc.

In this episode of 5 Minutes with Andy, Andy Freed, CEO of Virtual, Inc., delves into one of his favorite topics—the power of storytelling in leadership and business communication.

Andy discusses:

• The key differences between storytelling and presenting.
• Why our brains are wired to connect with stories, not statistics.
• How leaders can use storytelling to create memorable and impactful messages.

With practical examples and tips, Andy reveals how storytelling can transform your communication and help your message endure. Tune in to learn why great leaders are storytellers, not just presenters.