From moving furniture in New York City with just $120 to becoming a Salesforce MVP Hall of Famer and successful entrepreneur - this is the incredible journey of Ohad Idan, founder of Praxis Solutions. In this inspiring episode of Magic in the Cloud, Ohad shares his remarkable transformation from an accidental Salesforce admin to a leading consultant in the Salesforce ecosystem.

Born in a small town by the Dead Sea in Israel, Ohad's story begins with mandatory military service and a leap of faith to America. Starting with literally nothing but determination, he worked moving furniture while discovering his passion for technology and business process optimization. What started as an accidental assignment to manage Salesforce after an acquisition became the foundation for an extraordinary career.

Tune in to discover insights on embracing unexpected career paths, leveraging unique superpowers, building trust through specialization, entrepreneurial mindset, Salesforce ecosystem expertise, manufacturing and ERP solutions, communication across technical and business teams, MVP community involvement, immigrant success stories, and personal branding in tech.

Key Takeaways:

• Embrace unexpected paths - your career journey doesn't have to be linear

• Develop your unique superpower - the ability to translate between technical and business teams

• Specialization builds trust and longevity in consulting

• Attitude and aptitude matter more than background and experience

• Understanding how things work creates mental maps for complex problem solving

• Community involvement leads to organic recognition and opportunities

• Hard work and curiosity cannot be replaced by natural talent alone

• Building deep customer relationships requires understanding their day-to-day operations

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

02:30 - From Moving Furniture to Manufacturing

08:15 - The Accidental Salesforce Admin

14:25 - Developing Communication Superpowers

22:45 - Founding Praxis Solutions and MVP Journey

35:20 - Scaling a Consulting Business

42:15 - Personal Story: From Israel to America

50:30 - The Meaning Behind Praxis

52:45 - Outro

Quote of the Show: "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough."

Ohad's journey from immigrant with $120 to Salesforce MVP and successful entrepreneur demonstrates that with curiosity, hard work, and the ability to connect technical solutions with business needs, extraordinary success is possible. His story offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to build a career in technology consulting or entrepreneurship.

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Join Joseph Griffith as he sits down with water technology visionary David Rubinstein, CEO of OptiRTC, to explore how cutting-edge cloud solutions are revolutionizing water treatment and sustainability. From preventing neighborhood flooding to healing major estuaries, discover the innovative approaches transforming our most vital natural resource.

Tune In Inside:

• Smart watershed technology and real-time control systems

• AI and cloud computing in water management

• Regulatory challenges across 50 states

• Leadership philosophy and authentic team building

• Environmental stewardship and community impact

• Personal routines and mindfulness practices

Key Takeaways:

• Technology Integration: How weather forecasting and sensor technology can prevent flooding by proactively managing stormwater ponds

• Cost Efficiency: Smart water solutions can save municipalities up to 80% compared to conventional practices

• Leadership Evolution: Authentic leadership and learning from mistakes creates stronger, more resilient teams

• Personal Development: The power of routine, meditation, and continuous learning in professional success

• Environmental Impact: Water treatment technology can heal ecosystems while protecting communities

Chapters:

• 00:00 - Intro

• 02:00 - David's Journey into Water Technology

• 06:00 - The Three Segments of Water Industry

• 12:00 - AI and Technology Adoption Challenges

• 15:00 - OptiRTC's Secret Sauce: Smart Watershed Technology

• 18:00 - Building Authentic Teams and Company Culture

• 25:00 - Personal Background and Family Influence

• 32:00 - Daily Routines and Personal Development

• 36:00 - Future Plans and Alternative Paths

• 38:00 - Outro

Quote of the Show:

"When a major city says to you, you saved the neighborhood from flooding, there's just no better self-actualization for this team than knowing that we keep people out of harm's way."

Don't miss this inspiring conversation about the intersection of technology, environmental stewardship, and authentic leadership. Subscribe for more episodes featuring visionary leaders who are transforming industries through innovative cloud solutions.

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Welcome to the premiere episode of Magic in the Cloud, where transformation meets inspiration. Join hosts Joseph Griffith and Ryan Golembiewski as they introduce a revolutionary podcast that explores where technology meets mindset and systems meet soul. This inaugural episode reveals the vision behind conversations with visionary leaders who've transformed industries through pivotal moments, bold decisions, and extraordinary teams.

Tune in inside: transformation stories, leadership philosophy, business growth strategies, emotional intelligence in business, technology as enabler, personal development, executive insights, entrepreneurial mindset, decision-making frameworks, compassion in leadership

Take aways: • Learn the three-column method for managing difficult situations: symptoms, root causes, and solutions • Discover the 5555 technique: spend 55 minutes thinking logically, then 5 minutes processing emotions • Understand how creating your own rules can transform your life and business • Master the art of turning mandatory meetings into sessions people don't want to miss • Develop awareness of your natural strengths and how they impact others • Build meaningful business relationships through authentic connection and shared values

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

40:27 - What is Magic in the Cloud Podcast

01:29 - Technology Meets Mindset Philosophy

02:32 - Target Guests and Vision

05:09 - Ideal Guest Profiles and Industries

09:22 - The Java Creation Story and Synergy

11:01 - Multi-Point Attribution in Business

12:21 - People and Process Over Technology

14:05 - Steve Jobs Quote on Creating Your Own Rules

15:17 - Scott Adams and Transforming Personal Rules

18:00 - Energizing Executives Through Storytelling

20:18 - Three Leadership Attributes Study

25:00 - The Three-Column Problem-Solving Method

27:22 - The 5555 Emotional Management Technique

34:00 - Griffith Rules of Work Philosophy

44:00 - Finding the Podcast and Cloud 113 Overview

52:08 - Outro

Quote of the show: We grow up conditioned to live our lives by rules that others invented. And the moment that you realize that you can create your own set of rules, your life changes.

Don't miss future episodes where we dive deep into transformation stories with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who've turned challenges into opportunities. Subscribe now and join our community of transformation-minded professionals. Like this episode if it resonated with you and share it with someone who could benefit from these insights. Connect with us on LinkedIn and visit cloud113.com for more resources.

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