Hyphenate - Conversations with Connectors
Podcast af Matt Rotondo
A HYPHENATE, by my definition, is someone who possesses a mix of imagination, fearlessness, hustle & resilience. Hyphenates connect dots to make thing...
Prøv gratis i 7 dage
Efter prøveperioden kun 79,00 kr. / måned.Ingen binding.
Alle episoder
16 episoderInspired to change your industry? Want to pave a new path? On today’s episode I talk to Dr. Jason Johnson about his journey as a young outdoorsman and vet enthusiast to becoming the youngest veterinarian school dean in history and reimagining what a curriculum should be to create a more market relevant graduate. We’re exploring: * Jason’s path to veterinary medicine and becoming the youngest dean in history * What a theriogenologist is and why he was electro-ejaculating bulls the day after graduation * Moving out of his comfort zone as a private practitioner to finding a stride for teaching * The opportunity he seized to build a new curriculum in the Caribbean * Receiving a call to establish the newest vet school in the country and why this was so revolutionary * The motivation Jason had to create a brand new curriculum and the amazing results that brought for his graduating classes * How he built a new platform for success while creating a sustainable business model * Getting recruited to be the Global Chief Medical Officer for IDEXX * What attracted Jason to move to the corporate space and finding alignment in the values of his new company * How he found traction to offer virtual care for pets through the VVCA * The elements he believes are essential for vet students to succeed * Jason’s dreams for the future and what he would tell his younger self * And more! Connect with me online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod [https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/ [https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/]
After his college graduation, Mike hit the road in an RV to interview leaders across America about how they got to where they are today. On today’s episode I talk to Mike Marriner, President and Cofounder of Roadtrip Nation, about how that powerful trip led to the development of a social enterprise and the opportunities it creates for students across America to take road trips that empower them to define their own roads in life. We’re exploring: * The library of 8K videos over 18 yrs that they have created and 3 of Mike’s most memorable interviews * How a huge time-out after medical school and one long drive created a movement! * Why social media as a tool could be holding you back from making connections * How Mike got past the gatekeepers and got his foot in the door with some important people * A big lesson he learned about documenting his ideas * How an opportunity from Nike’s Vice President propelled their enterprise forward * The release of the book, Roadtrip Nation: A Guide to Discovering Your Road in Life, and what that did for their visibility * How they have incorporated a project-based learning curriculum and what their non-profit is doing for underserved communities * One of the MOST IMPORTANT factors in career success and how it is not equitably distributed * What Mike believes everyone needs on their career journey and how Roadtrip Nation can help make that connection * And more! Roadtrip Nation: https://roadtripnation.com/ [https://roadtripnation.com/] Roadtrip Nation Education: https://roadtripnation.org/ [https://roadtripnation.org/] Connect with me online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod [https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/ [https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/]
Do you have big ambitions? Want to become a successful writer in Hollywood? If so, you have to listen to this week’s episode! I talk with Hollywood creative force Michael Brandt about his years in the industry - from Brad Pitt leaving his first project, to teaching Quentin Tarantino something he didn’t know, to creating the hit television shows Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D. Join us as we get into how he found success in this tough industry and some practical advice he learned along the way. We’re exploring: * How Michael pivoted from a career in sports to a successful 20 year career writing with his partner in Hollywood * The process he went through to get to L.A. and the MOST practical advice he was given when starting out in the film industry * Getting to know Robert Rodriguez and showing Quentin Tarantino something he thought was fucking awesome * Receiving a 200k option against 2 million for his first script! * Saying yes to writing The Fast and the Furious sequel while driving 120mph on the freeway * His pivot into television and the amazing compliment he received from the creator of Law and Order * Michael’s advice for anyone with the ambition to pursue writing in Hollywood * The best way to get a script to someone that matters * And so much more! Connect with me online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod [https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/ [https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/]
The journey from military kid to advertising powerhouse to addiction counselor is a long and complex one. On today’s episode, I get deep into a conversation with Christian Wolfe about the road that led him from a professional career in advertising to finding contentment in helping others. Join us in this powerful conversation as Christian takes us through his journey with an honesty and full heart that truly left me speechless. We’re exploring: * Christian’s early life as a military kid and what led him to a career in advertising. * Imposter syndrome and how it played a role in his life. * Feeling uncomfortable in his own skin and the darkness of addiction. * The important moment when he literally tasted his own addiction. * A moment for Christian on a subway platform that led to the realization that he needed to change his life. * The inspiring shift in his life from addiction to recovery. * Why he is so grateful for the lessons he learned while in advertising and how that has played a role in his relationships. * The unmistakable presence of God and why Christian got into seminary study. * A powerful piece of advice he received in jail and why he reminds himself of this every day. * Christian’s advice for someone who might be wondering if they have an addiction problem and what to do about it. * And so much more! Connect with me online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod [https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/ [https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/] If you'd like to hear my story email me: matthewr0000@gmail.com http://hazeldenbettyford.org/ [http://hazeldenbettyford.org/] SAMHSA National Helpline Confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information. 1-800-662-4357 [http://www.samhsa.gov/] www.samhsa [http://www.samhsa.gov/].gov
Are you passionate about finding solutions to hard problems? Want to be the next great innovator of your generation? If the answer is yes, this episode is definitely for you! On today’s show I talk with John Sheldon, Chief Marketing Officer for SmileDirectClub and a powerful innovator and problem solver in the digital space across a range of industries. We dive into his journey from consulting to overseeing and implementing his creative ideas and how he has successfully transformed the digital presence for numerous companies across the world. We’re exploring: * The best advice he’s received in business. * 2 things he does everyday to reconnect him to what is important. * His passion for building love for brands and how that translates into his work. * The 3 part cycle that keeps repeating itself in his career. * Falling in love with e-commerce and digital marketing and how he sensed the direct to consumer wave early on. * The ONE attribute he needs someone to have on his team and why it’s essential for success. * Finding his value in the marketing space and playing to his strengths. * The big thing he did for Mastercard in Africa. * Recognizing patterns in business and how his obsession with reading helps. * His “Sink Meetings” and how you can use this tool to become a world class business. * His advice if you are feeling stuck and the muscle he needed to build to be able to do it! * And more! Connect with me online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod [https://twitter.com/HyphenatePod] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/ [https://www.instagram.com/hyphenatepod/]
Tilgængelig overalt
Lyt til Podimo på din telefon, tablet, computer eller i bilen!
Et univers af underholdning på lyd
Tusindvis af lydbøger og eksklusive podcasts
Ingen reklamer
Spild ikke tiden på at lytte til reklamepauser, når du lytter til Podimos indhold.
Prøv gratis i 7 dage
Efter prøveperioden kun 79,00 kr. / måned.Ingen binding.
Eksklusive podcasts
Uden reklamer
Gratis podcasts
Lydbøger
20 timers / måned