In this episode of 5 Minutes with Andy, Virtual, Inc. CEO Andy Freed shares how the best leadership moments often happen behind the scenes — when leaders step back and create space for others to lead.

Andy discusses:

• Why leaders are always “on stage”, even in quiet, everyday moments.
• How the greatest act of leadership is growing more leaders.
• Simple, intentional ways to help others step up and shine.

In this episode of 5 Minutes with Andy, Virtual, Inc. CEO Andy Freed shares one of his most personal leadership lessons yet — how the way we talk about failure, especially to ourselves, shapes the kind of leader we become.

Andy discusses:

• Why the stories we tell ourselves about failure matter more than the failures themselves.
• How reframing failure is essential to growing, communicating, and leading with impact.
• What his own “loser resumé” reveals about perspective, resilience, and long-term success.

In this episode of 5 Minutes with Andy, Virtual, Inc. CEO Andy Freed shares his top tips for hiring smarter—and explores one of the most common mistakes leaders make when identifying talent.

Andy shares:

• Why grit, adaptability, and character matter just as much as what’s on a resumé.
• The value of hiring “native speakers” of emerging technology – who can put it to use right away.
• How leaders can rethink the hiring process to identify candidates that will build stronger, more resilient teams geared for the future.