The first thing that comes to mind when I think about workplace innovation is keeping a startup mindset. In a world where innovation is the currency of success, the ability to think like a startup–agile, forward-thinking, and relentlessly innovative, is what sets apart successful companies from the rest. Maintaining a startup mindset is easy for…
Biggest Lessons Learned Over 20-Plus Years as CEO of Haneke Design
I’ve learned many lessons about running and managing a business during my 20-plus years as CEO of Haneke Design. Some lessons are technology-specific, but most are basic management principles that could apply to any business. Here are my top four. It’s never too early to start planning and goal setting. When I first started Haneke…
Jody Haneke Dives into Building Customer-Centric Solutions on ‘The Dirt’ Podcast
Jody Haneke, Founder & CEO of Haneke Design, joins Orchid Black’s “The Dirt” podcast for a conversation about building innovative and exciting solutions for customers. With over two decades of experience under his belt, Jody has emerged as a true visionary in the field. In this episode, Jody unravels the secrets behind creating unparalleled digital…
The Apple Vision Pro: Late to the Game or Ahead of the Curve?
Apple’s latest release, the Apple Vision Pro, has certainly caught my attention. In the world of virtual reality, this release is seemingly late. However, Apple has shown us time and again that they either are the first to try something new, or perfect what the other tech giants could not get right. The introduction of…
The Legacy Wealth Code Podcast
I recently sat down with The Legacy Wealth Code podcast for a conversation about Artificial Intelligence (AI). Having been in the tech industry for over 20 years, I have seen, first-hand, the impact that emerging technologies can have. I offer my insights on the rise of AI and what it means for the technology industry,…
The AI Awakening, Chatbots, and How Both Will Shape Our Future.
A few years ago, our team at Haneke Design was tasked with designing a better process for care management. After conducting extensive research and interviews, we determined that the best health outcomes, in care management, come when caregivers reach out to patients directly via voice and chat to check in on them. We then narrowed…
Putting the Patient First: User-Centered Design for Health Tech Solutions
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act of 2009 has had a profound impact on the Health Tech industry. Even now, over a decade later, the legislation from the Federal Department of Health and Human Services continues to drive technological advancements in the field. In today’s market, Electronic Medical Record (EMR)…
The Ratio of These 3 Things Says a Lot About Your Business Style
Understanding your own innate ratio of the 3 factors for business aptitude can give you insights on your professional behavior, making you a more effective employee or business leader. When I hear people talk about the factors that determine one’s professional competencies, they’re usually focused on just 2 traits: intelligence and emotional awareness. Observing the…
Don’t Let Remote Work Create Remote Relationships
I’ve come to realize that not all workplaces are created equal. In fact, I think there are some things that are impossible to replicate when “attending a meeting” is reduced to staring at a screen of floating faces. When we returned to the office in June, many shortcomings of remote work became apparent to me;…
Startup Strategies to Transform and Grow Your Business
Staying competitive is critical to business success, but with the constantly changing state of today’s market, it can be difficult for established businesses to maintain their competitive edge. Companies are being forced to become more innovative, which can be difficult for those who are focused on maintaining rather than disrupting. Many people tend to look…