Want to get your health and wellness in order without overcomplicating it? In this quick solo episode, Steve breaks it down into three simple pillars anyone can follow: diet, movement, and sleep.

Diet: learn your intake by tracking calories
Movement: hit 10,000 steps a day in easy chunks
Sleep: build toward 7.5 to 8.5 hours with simple habits like consistent bedtimes, morning sunlight, and a short walk after dinner

Save this as a simple reset you can come back to anytime.

00:00
Intro: The Only 3 Things You Actually Need for Better Health
01:05
Diet: Gaining Awareness on Food Intake
05:25
Movement: 10,000 steps a Day
07:05
Sleep: Aim for 7.5-8.5 Hours Per Night
12:26
Wrapping Up

In this episode of Pieces of Impact, I sit down with Michael Hughes, an accomplished business leader who has helped take two Silicon Valley companies public by growing revenue, building high performing teams, and leading with energy.

Michael’s career spans Cincinnati, Chicago, Detroit, London, the Bay Area, and now Lake Tahoe, with leadership roles at companies like Barracuda Networks and ChargePoint, where he led revenue operations through NYSE IPOs. Today, he serves as President at 1Password, a global leader in identity and security.

Beyond the resume, this conversation explores the human side of leadership. We talk about hiring for energy and attitude over experience, the role of empathy and relationships in building great teams, and how adaptability has shaped Michael’s career.

We also discuss mentorship, recognizing personal weaknesses, and why every milestone is just another stepping stone rather than the finish line.

We touch on the realities of remote work, especially for younger professionals, the future of hybrid teams, and how emerging technologies like autonomous vehicles may reshape how we live and work.

00:00 Introduction to Michael Hughes

03:09 Michael's Career Journey

06:02 Lessons in Leadership and Self-Awareness

09:02 Hiring for High Performance

11:57 Choosing the Right Company and Boss

15:06 The Importance of Mentorship

18:05 Building Effective Teams

20:55 Connecting Employees to the Mission

23:53 Measuring Success and Activity

27:04 Cultural Sensitivity in Business

30:09 Navigating Corporate Acquisitions

37:25 Navigating Private Equity Acquisitions

42:12 The Venture Capital Landscape

49:32 Lessons from Startup Challenges

57:53 Advice for the Next Generation

01:09:17 The Future of Work: Remote vs. In-Office

01:11:42 The Importance of In-Person Work

01:12:52 The Evolution of Office Spaces

01:14:52 Innovations in Work Environments

01:16:32 The Future of Autonomous Vehicles

01:21:09 The Impact of Autonomous Technology on Society

01:24:53 Rapid Fire Insights and Personal Reflections

In this episode of Pieces of Impact, Steve Seger sits down with entrepreneur Jake Reisig. Jake is a Partner at Bluegrass Wealth Ventures and co-owner of Jeannie’s Cleaning, with experience spanning investment sales, real estate operations, and business ownership. Previously, he advised property owners and investors at Capstone Companies. He’s also the founder of RateMyCollegeLandlord.com and studied Finance at Xavier University.

00:00
Introduction to Jake
03:11
Jake's Upbringing and Early Influences
06:10
The Role of Sports in Jake's Life
08:56
Transition to College and Entrepreneurial Spirit
11:55
College Experience and Business Ventures
18:01
Advice for College Students and Finding Opportunities
20:49
Networking and Building Relationships
23:57
The Importance of Passion in Business
27:11
Long-Term Investment Strategies
33:00
Current Business Ventures and Real Estate Focus
39:01
Understanding the Power of Ownership
43:01
Investment Strategies and Raising Capital
46:13
Acquisition of a Cleaning Company
49:56
The Role of an Operator in Business
54:48
Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights
59:47
Final Thoughts and Wisdom on Ownership