Ego is not Amigo

In this insightful episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Mike Mannino Sr. sits down with Keith Daubmann, the charismatic co-founder of My Architectural Glass, a niche business disrupting Florida’s interior and exterior glass design scene. Broadcasting from beautiful Naples, Keith gets real about business growth, emotional intelligence, and why “ego is not your amigo.”

Keith opens up about how his company carved out its niche—focusing on modern, high-end installations like all-glass wine cellars and glass railings—and how the power of natural light and design psychology transformed their business. He shares how emotional intelligence, empathy, and smart delegation revolutionized his leadership approach and created a thriving, empowered culture within the company.

The conversation takes a deep dive into sales strategies, social media leverage, and long-term vision—highlighting Keith’s perspective on moving from founder-led hustle to creating sustainable, scalable success through trust, empowerment, and mission-driven leadership.

Key Takeaways:

• Why specializing in a niche transformed My Architectural Glass

• The truth behind glass design’s cost and perceived value

• How empathy and emotional intelligence reshape negotiations

• Building rapport through podcasts and social media content

• Why giving trust up front builds culture and drives retention

• Keith’s game plan for securing high-rise railing projects

 

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