Off The Dome Radio

Episode 177: Mike Reynolds, Founder and CEO of InnovateMap

Episode  |  February 10th, 2022  |  54 mins 26 secs

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Mike Reynolds is the CEO and founder of Innovatemap, a digital and product agency that provides solutions to firms in the form of market research, strategy, product marketing, product management, and design and user experience. With over 20 years of experience in product management, user experience, and product marketing, Mike joins us to discuss the motivation behind his company, how he establishes an innovative culture, and key lessons he has learned along the way.

Episode 176: International Best Selling Author, Serial Entrepreneur, Former Marine, and Co-Host of the "Warrior's Voice" Podcast

Episode  |  January 20th, 2022  |  52 mins 13 secs

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Zachary Green is an International Best Selling Author, Serial Entrepreneur, Former Marine, and Co-Host of the "Warrior's Voice" podcast. In this interview, Zachary talks about the process of building a $30 million company called LumAware Safety, the critical business lessons he learned along the way, and how to navigate through uncertainty.

To learn more about Zachary, you can visit his website

Episode 175: Becoming a Better Written Communicator, Where to Start with Healthy Eating, Being an Effective Teacher, and the True Meaning Behind Marketing and Sales

Episode  |  January 14th, 2022  |  1 hr 11 mins

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In today's episode, we provide updates on our businesses and content distribution. Tim discusses how you can become a better written communicator, while Slager highlights the importance of being objective with your business.

Episode 174: Sarah Wells, Brand Strategist, Designer, and Owner of Swell Design

Episode  |  January 6th, 2022  |  53 mins 14 secs

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Sarah Wells is a designer, brand strategist, and owner of Swell Design (@swell.design.co), a company that provides high-quality, strategic design, and branding for entrepreneurs and small business owners. In this interview, Sarah describes the process of leaving corporate life to start her business, key lessons she has learned along the way, and how she elevates brands in a meaningful way.

To learn more about Sarah, you can visit her website at swelldesign.co

Episode 173: Art Locke, Investor, CPA, and Founder of Locke Advisory Services

Episode  |  December 31st, 2021  |  1 hr 4 mins

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Art Locke (@financegolfer) is an investor, CPA, and Founder of Locke Advisory Services, a firm dedicated to wealth management, financial planning, and tax strategy. Previously, Art served in an executive capacity for 5 publicly-traded companies, including Chief Financial Officer of 3. In 2006, Art was a top-five finalist for the 2006 Greater Washington Technology Council Public Company CFO of the Year. He also served in an advisory capacity to several private companies and their owners. He started his career working for 2 of the world's largest CPA firms. Art received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from American University with a double major in accounting and computer systems.

In this interview, Art describes the process of leaving corporate life to start his own business. He also provides meaningful financial advice for professionals of all ages. To learn more about Art, you can visit his website at lockeadvisoryservices.com

Episode 172: Nick Carter, Co-Founder and CEO of Market Wagon

Episode  |  December 23rd, 2021  |  1 hr 14 mins

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Nick Carter is the Co-Founder and CEO of Market Wagon, an online marketplace that connects food consumers directly with local farmers and artisans. Nick started his first business at the age of 16. In the two decades since then, he has founded or co-founded over half-a-dozen companies in technology and food sectors. He’s a fourth-generation Indiana farmer passionate about using innovation to re-connect “Agri” and “Culture." Nick is also the author of “More than a Mile: What America Needs from Local Food," as well as the host of his podcast "More Than a Mile."

In this interview, Nick talks about the concept behind his business, as well as the alternative solution it provides for farmers and consumers. Nick also dives into the leadership lessons he has learned along the way.

To learn more about Nick and his business, you can visit the website at marketwagon.com

Episode 171: The Story Behind Sun King Brewing Company (Co-Founders Dave Colt and Clay Robinson)

Episode  |  December 6th, 2021  |  1 hr 22 mins

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Dave Colt and Clay Robinson are the co-founders and co-CEOs of Sun King Brewing Company (@sunkingbrewing), the largest brewing company in Indianapolis. The company was founded in 2009 and won 29 medals at the Great American Beer Festival. In this interview, Dave and Clay tell the story about how Sun King was created, their motivation to start the company, and the life lessons they learned along the way.

Episode 170: Rachel Priddy, Founder/Owner of Rose & Lois Coffee

Episode  |  November 29th, 2021  |  1 hr 9 mins

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Rachel Priddy is the founder and owner of Rose & Lois (@roseandlois), a coffee shop located in Carmel, Indiana. Rose & Lois is not your average coffee shop as it includes a drive-thru, back patio, kid area, four mobile espresso bars, and a full menu with exciting drinks. In this interview, Rachel highlights the process of starting her business, the obstacles she had to overcome, and how she is constantly innovating as an entrepreneur.

To learn more about Rachel and her business, you can visit the website at roseandlois.com

Episode 169: Healthy Thanksgiving Eating Tips, Documenting and Communicating Your Value, Passing on Learning Experiences to Others, and How to Give and Receive Healthy Criticism

Episode  |  November 24th, 2021  |  50 mins 33 secs

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Happy Thanksgiving! In today's episode, we give a quick update on our businesses, Thanksgiving plans, and the projects we are currently working on. Slager provides some healthy eating tips for this week, while Tim dives into how you can meaningfully record and communicate your value to your peers. We end the show by analyzing two of our favorite books, "Psychology of Persuasion" and "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff."

Episode 168: Kelsee Keitel, Outdoor-Based Mental Health Counselor Associate and Host of the Switchback Outdoor Community Podcast

Episode  |  November 19th, 2021  |  1 hr 30 mins

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Kelsee Keitel (@KelseeKeitel) is an outdoor-based mental health counselor associate (@hemlockcounselingservices) and host of the Switchback Outdoor Community Podcast (@switchbackcommunitypod). In this interview, Kelsee discusses the importance of mental health and the outdoors, her motivation to leave her job to start her business, and the important lessons she has learned as an entrepreneur.

To learn more about Kelsee, you can visit her website at hemlockcounselingservices.com

Episode 167: Networking in New Places, How to Transform Your LinkedIn Profile, and "Connecting Your Dots"

Episode  |  November 11th, 2021  |  1 hr 7 mins

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In today's episode, we provide some key updates on our businesses and new projects we're taking on. Slager covers the importance of networking, critical reminders when starting a new workout plan, and how charitable events can be a key relationship building tool. Tim talks about how to transform your LinkedIn profile and what it means to "connect your dots."

Episode 166: Karl "KSwaggin" Hibbert

Episode  |  October 27th, 2021  |  51 mins 46 secs

apparel, business, clothing company, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, interview, lifestyle, podcasting

Show Description:

Karl (@kswaggin) is the Founder and CEO of Fortunate Lifestyle, a clothing brand established to express individuality, creativeness, and unique designs. As a follow up to his first interview with us on Episode 77, Karl provides updates on his business, improvements he has made in life and business, and how he is differentiating his brand.

Show Highlights:

3:30-11:00: Karl provides updates on his business, how he spent his time during the COVID shutdown, and what the meaning of his brand is.

11:00-18:30: Karl delivers advice to introverts who are thinking of starting a business, gaining confidence in building relationships, the importance of meditation, and quality over quantity on social media.

18:30-28:00: We ask Karl what tour life is like and what he needs to do to scale his business.

28:00-38:30: Karl talks about his ideal working environment and "focus zone," his approach to marketing his business, and how he experiments with different clothing designs.

38:30-47:30: Karl highlights the power of exclusivity, how you can strengthen your relationship with reality, and how he approaches creative roadblocks.

51:00: Lastly, Karl gives his take on how the word "militant" impacts his craft and how he wants to be remembered when it is all said and done.

Episode 165: How to Ask for a Raise, Healthy Lifestyle Supplements, and a Fixed vs. Growth Mindset

Episode  |  October 1st, 2021  |  59 mins 44 secs

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In today's episode, we cover how to effectively ask for a raise at work, identifying healthy lifestyle supplements, and how to reframe your mindset in all areas of your life.

Episode 164: Brendan King - Sports Broadcaster

Episode  |  September 29th, 2021  |  1 hr 12 mins

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Show Highlights:

0:00 - 10:15 —> BK gives background on how he got into broadcasting and the steps he’s taken to where he is now, how he writes, and his ways of gaining access to coaches for his own podcast.

10:20 - 16:10—> BK talks about the most crazies “no” he’s had to work around which turned into his favorite interview to date, and reviews his interview with Dave Portnoy from Barstool Sports.

16:20 - 27:00 —> Tim asks BK to give into how he started “The Brendan King Show” and the vision behind it, every sport especially golf needs a villain, Friday Beers partnership.

27:00 - 34:00 —> BK talks us through the importance of writing and soundbites with his show and how he structures it. BK shares what the last year has taught him, the skillsets needed to be successful, the importance of mentors and some of the best advice he’s received.

41:40 - 52:00 —> We hear some of the challenges BK has faced and how baseball has made certain changes throughout the minor leagues, as well as who is one of the biggest winners in the front office of the sport. He also talks about what more he’s going to do to separate himself from other sports broadcasters.

52:00 - 1:06:00 —> BK takes us through different social media platforms that he’s using to build his audience, Sean Avery takes the Olson twins to Bonaroo, the power of Tik Tok, and the keys to doing well on TV broadcasts. We ask BK how he wants to be remembered.

Episode 163: Paul Benigeri, Co-Founder & CEO of Archive

Episode  |  August 31st, 2021  |  1 hr 6 mins

business owner, digital marketing, employee engagement, how to manage remotely, influencer marketing, leadership tips

Paul Benigeri (@Benigeri) is the Co-Founder and CEO of Archive, a software company that automates digital marketing workflows, specifically nano influencer communities. In this interview, Paul explains the concept for his business, how he is able to successfully lead a global remote team, and the long-term goals for his company.

Episode 162: David Wood

Episode  |  August 12th, 2021  |  58 mins 24 secs

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