As an independent contractor, a small business owner, or a consultant you can attest to the fact that this is an all-to-common position we find ourselves in. The first thing that I remember to tell myself when in this spot is, don’t be concerned about billing for it. That is indeed my first reaction. I […]
Read MoreAre you trying to figure out how to balance keeping the HVAC for data rooms, computer rooms and telecom locations working at maximum efficiency and performance, while reducing operating expenses? This is just one of several challenges we face as data centers and critical environments continue to evolve. Not so many years ago it was […]
Read MoreStory-telling. Finally I figured out why certain people really stand out to me. Over time I have heard great speakers talk about the importance of being a good story-teller. I heard it, or so I thought, until a series of events this past weekend really stung me, albeit in a good way. Friday morning, bright […]
Read MoreOkay, it’s that time of year again. Once you feel the initial chill of fall, you go to your thermostat and you click on the heat. A properly maintained and functioning HVAC system will be ready to go when you need it. A system that has been neglected may have problems that you are unaware […]
Read MoreWhen you walk in the front door at AirTight, one of the first things you see is a beautiful piece of art hanging on the wall. This isn’t just a piece of canvas hanging there, it is a mosaic of recycled glass, cut into many shapes and sizes to create our logo. A good friend […]
Read MoreMy wife and I have lived in the same condo, in the same building, and have had the same next-door neighbors, for the last seven and a half years. Joe and Debbie, not their real names, have been very good neighbors over the years. They both travel a lot and we seldom see them, but […]
Read MoreJust two weeks ago I had the misfortune of being diagnosed with kidney stones. Who knew that what started out to be unpleasant actually wound up with a nice finish. It began with the usual back pain, discomfort, etc. So after a couple of sleepless nights and restless days I decided to go to the […]
Read MoreIt is said that cloud computing will drive an increase in data center capacity four-fold by 2016, but that the overall data center square footage will not increase exponentially. The future Data Centers will stress the capabilities of power, cooling, and energy efficiency. AirTight is right in the middle of it. Headquartered in Charlotte, North […]
Read MoreUnderstanding who to do work for before you begin is crucial to the success of any business. Sometimes, you encounter people and companies who don’t understand what you represent or the degree of care that you employ to take care of their company. A customer who is always searching for the lowest dollar or the […]
Read MoreI was honored recently to have the opportunity to hear Paul Silas speak during lunch at the Rotary of Charlotte Club. Coach Silas spoke for 20 minutes, and specifically talked about the things that he felt like were a huge part of his success, both as a coach and as a player in the NBA. […]
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