Always on the Hunt with Leo Golubitsky

About Always on the Hunt with Leo Golubitsky

The A/V industry is filled with the latest and greatest technology...from mesmerizing Video Walls to immersive Sound Systems to cutting edge Smart Homes...But what really makes the industry great, is its people! I'm Leo Golubitsky, owner and Headhunter at Birddog Talent, where we're Always on the Hunt for top A/V talent. Even the most experienced hunters will use the help of Birddogs to make their hunts more efficient and effective. So, whether you're hunting for your next career opportunity or hunting for some top talent for your team, join us weekly as we explore different strategies and talk to industry leaders to help you plan your hunt and bag your best results! Follow us now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your shows.

Publisher

Leo Golubitsky

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Jan 2025

Latest episode

20 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

30 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Jul 2026

   Ep. 29 - The Trusted Advisor: Joel Carroll on How Relationships Win More Than The Hard Sell

   What does it take to become one of the AV industry's most trusted voices? In this episode of Always on the Hunt, Leo sits down with Joel Carroll, one of the AV industry's most respected educators, trainers, and sales leaders. Through leadership roles at Extron, Atlona, WolfVision, and Mersive, Joel has built a reputation for helping customers, integrators, consultants, and end users simplify complex technology, build trust, and create lasting business relationships. Joel shares how his journey from technical theater to training and eventually sales taught him that success isn't about having the perfect pitch, it's about listening, simplifying complexity, building trust, and investing in relationships long before asking for the business. Leo and Joel discuss: Why trusted advisors consistently outperform hard sellers How to simplify complex technology without losing credibility Why listening is the most underrated sales skill Adapting your communication style to every audience How education builds trust and drives long-term success Transitioning from technical roles into sales Why relationships, not products, are the real competitive advantage Building a career through community, mentorship, and authenticity The importance of work-life balance and knowing when to unplug Whether you're in sales, leadership, engineering, or just looking to build stronger professional relationships, this conversation is filled with practical lessons that extend far beyond the AV industry. Connect with Leo and Joel:Leo's LinkedInJoel's LinkedInAre You on the Hunt? Visit birddogtalent.com

2. 

   7 Jul 2026

   Ep. 28 - The Executive Mindset: Shaun Schuetz on Leadership & Building Systems That Win Across Any Channel

   What does it take to lead successfully across different industries, countries, and business models? In this episode of Always on the Hunt, Leo sits down with Shaun Schuetz, whose career has taken him from the sales floor at Best Buy and Magnolia to executive leadership roles at AudioQuest, Harman, and some of the industry's most respected brands. Along the way, Shaun lived and worked in Taiwan, led global business initiatives, and learned that while markets and channels may change, great leadership principles do not. In this episode, Leo and Shaun discuss: How executives think differently than managers Why relationships remain your greatest competitive advantage Leadership lessons from living and working around the world Developing people and building high-performing teams Why feedback, curiosity, and continuous learning drive long-term success Most importantly, they explore why the best leaders don't rely on a great product, a hot market, or the right channel, they build systems, processes, and cultures that consistently win, no matter the environment. Whether you're an executive, manager, business owner, or someone looking to grow your career, this conversation is packed with practical leadership insights that apply far beyond the A/V industry.Connect with Leo and Shaun: Leo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leogolubitsky/Shaun: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunschuetz/Are You On The Hunt? Visit birddogtalent.com

3. 

   1 Jun 2026

   Ep. 27 – Stacking Days: Sal Amato on Discipline, Relationships & Success

   What creates long-term success, talent, motivation, or discipline? In this episode of Always on the Hunt, Leo sits down with industry veteran Sal Amato, whose career spans Toshiba, Samsung, Sanyo, Panasonic, Barco, Kramer, and now Optoma, for a conversation on relationships, leadership, and the power of stacking days. Sal shares the story behind his 2,000+ day streak of walking at least five miles every day, his personal 30 calls/day rule, and how small actions repeated consistently can transform your health, career, and life. Walking 5+ miles for 2,000 consecutive days The 30 calls/day relationship-building rule Discipline vs. motivation Leadership and team-building lessons Career growth and mentorship InfoComm and A/V industry trends Advice for young professionals Success isn’t built in a day. It’s built by stacking days.Connect with Leo and Sal: Sal Amato: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sal-amato-6780384/ Leo Golubitsky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leogolubitsky/ Are You on the Hunt? Visit: https://birddogtalent.com/ #AVTweeps #AVJobs #ProAV #AVIndustry #InfoComm #AlwaysOnTheHunt

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