What happens when you’re asked to build a full-featured, secure, and high-traffic website for a Las Vegas casino in just 11 days to meet a Super Bowl ad deadline? You pull it off... but what if the project still fails?

In this episode, veteran technology consultants and long-time friends Ben Griswold (Grizen) and Noah Heldman (OutcomeSource) share a wild story from their careers. They break down the intense, round-the-clock challenge of building a complex web application—complete with user voting, loyalty program integration, and an admin backend—against an impossible deadline.

But the real lesson isn't in the technical success. It's in the project's ultimate fizzle. Join Ben and Noah as they dissect why even a perfectly executed technical delivery doesn't guarantee success. It uncovers the single most important element for success that has nothing to do with code: people.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why "technology is the easy part" and human relationships are the true foundation of any successful project.
• The dangers of "throwing work over the fence" and the critical need for deep client collaboration.
• Actionable advice on building trust and rapport with stakeholders, even under extreme pressure.
• How to use "High-Performing Team" exercises to jumpstart communication and alignment.
• How the lessons learned in the workplace can transform your personal relationships.

Connect with Us:

Ben Griswold | Grizen: https://grizen.com

Noah Heldman | OutcomeSource: https://outcomesource.com