Courtney Meyers shares her journey from serving in the military to starting her own business and becoming co-CEO of Omni Interactions. She discusses the challenges of staying hydrated in extreme conditions during her time in Iraq and the difficulties of re-assimilating into civilian life. Courtney talks about her experience working in an office building and the learning curve of adapting to an office environment. She also highlights the importance of supporting veterans in finding gainful employment and the benefits of remote work for military spouses and people with disabilities. Courtney shares her insights on the difference between hard work and hustling and the unpredictable nature of hustling in entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the need for passion and fire to hustle and succeed. Courtney also discusses her role as co-CEO of Omni Interactions and the company's growth during the COVID-19 pandemic. Courtney Meyers and Vic Pepe discuss the benefits of having a co-CEO and the importance of a strong relational foundation. They emphasize the value of having a sounding board and the support of a partner in navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. They also discuss the unique model of Omni Interactions. This fractional solution connects companies needing customer service support with gig workers with the right skills and flexibility. The gig workers on the platform can choose their own schedules while providing a resilient income stream. Courtney shares her creative approach to reaching out to a potential client, which ultimately led to a successful meeting.

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