Spark To Fire Podcast
Spark To Fire Podcast

Spark To Fire Podcast

Grindstone

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Through interviews, Spark To Fire explores the successes and failures of entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders. We'll talk about personal development, how they got to where they are today and entrepreneurship as a whole.

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074 | How To Master UX For Business w/ Bob Berry
NOV 25, 2022
074 | How To Master UX For Business w/ Bob Berry
<p>Bob Berry, Founder of <a href="https://itstheusers.com/" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">ItsTheUsers.com</a> and The Human-Computer MasterMind Academy, joins Landon on the show to talk about what it was like working for HP in the growth years and how business owners can grow their businesses through leveraging their applications and their website.</p> <p> </p> <p>Bob has over 40 years of experience in computer science, user research, and marketing. He led the teams at HP in the early days of the Web that created the first-ever online experiences for e-commerce, social media, cloud computing, and e-learning. He also founded an online youth development startup and invented an interactive e-learning experience that has reached over 35,000 teens in all 50 states.</p> <p> </p> <p>Although Bob has recently retired, he regularly conducts user research and consults with Apple, Google, Amazon, Facebook, FedEx, and many others. Along with speaking all over the world on human-computer interaction, user experience, entrepreneurship, and professional development.</p> <p> </p> <p>Enjoy The Show and Keep Striking!</p> <p> </p> <p>Watch this episode on Youtube: <a href="https://youtu.be/6IUGI9bWSys" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/6IUGI9bWSys</a></p> <p> </p> <p>___</p> <p> </p> <p>Episode Resources:</p> <p>Website: <a href="https://itstheusers.com/" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">itstheusers.com</a></p> <p>Website: <a href="https://itstheusers.com/about-hci-human-computer-mastermind-academy/" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">Human-Computer MasterMind Academy</a></p> <p> </p> <p>___</p> <p> </p> <p>This show is produced by Grindstone. Interested in starting a podcast? Visit grindstoneagency.com/podcasting to learn more.</p> <p>___</p> <p>Connect with Spark To Fire | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sparktofirepodcast/?hl=en" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sparktofire/" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmkABm2SFgcs-BwyRDNNirQ" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">YouTube</a></p> <p>___</p> <p>This show is produced by <a href="http://www.grindstoneagency.com" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Grindstone</a>.</p> <p>Interested in starting a podcast? Visit <a href="http://grindstoneagency.com/podcasting" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">grindstoneagency.com/podcasting</a> to learn more.  </p>
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49 MIN
073 | Psychology of Sales from a Former Submarine Captain w/ Brad McDonald
OCT 21, 2022
073 | Psychology of Sales from a Former Submarine Captain w/ Brad McDonald
<p>Brad McDonald, a former Submarine Dolphin, joins Landon on this episode of Spark to Fire to talk about the events of his childhood, his life underwater, and the psychology behind sales.</p> <p> </p> <p>Brad served 37 years in the United States Navy during the midst of the Cold War. Through his hard work and dedication he became the captain of his submarine. After his service, he dove into sales.</p> <p> </p> <p>Currently Brad is the Operations Director for Sandler Systems. He is also the author of The Art and Skill of Sales Psychology. Enjoy The Show and Keep Striking!</p> <p> </p> <p>Watch this episode on Youtube: <a href="https://youtu.be/ZoP-rUafcW0" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/ZoP-rUafcW0</a></p> <p>___</p> <p> </p> <p>Episode Resources: Book | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Art-Skill-Sales-Psychology-Sellers-ebook/dp/B07NT947P6" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Art-Skill-Sales-Psychology-Sellers-ebook/dp/B07NT947P6</a></p> <p> </p> <p>___</p> <p> </p> <p>This show is produced by Grindstone. Interested in starting a podcast? Visit grindstoneagency.com/podcasting to learn more.</p> <p>___</p> <p>Connect with Spark To Fire | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sparktofirepodcast/?hl=en" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sparktofire/" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmkABm2SFgcs-BwyRDNNirQ" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">YouTube</a></p> <p>___</p> <p>This show is produced by <a href="http://www.grindstoneagency.com" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Grindstone</a>.</p> <p>Interested in starting a podcast? Visit <a href="http://grindstoneagency.com/podcasting" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">grindstoneagency.com/podcasting</a> to learn more.  </p>
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60 MIN
072 | Standing Up For Our Kids' Future with Sean Swanson
OCT 14, 2022
072 | Standing Up For Our Kids' Future with Sean Swanson
<p>On this episode of Spark To Fire, Landon and his father-in-law Sean Swanson talk about what inspired Sean to run for Millard School Board, his passion for education, and how he can help the public school system.</p> <p> </p> <p>Sean Swanson is running for Millard School Board this November, and he wants to 'Keep Millard Awesome.' If you or anyone you know is a Millard resident, check out Sean's Facebook page to learn more!</p> <div class="ipsEmbeddedOther" contenteditable="false"><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SwansonforMillard">https://www.facebook.com/SwansonforMillard</a></p> </div><p> </p> <p>Watch This Episode on Youtube: <a href="https://youtu.be/6VnUG_FfQtA" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/6VnUG_FfQtA</a></p> <p>Episode Resources</p> <p>Website: www.swansonformillard.com</p> <p> </p> <p>This show is produced by Grindstone. Interested in starting a podcast? Visit grindstoneagency.com/podcasting to learn more.</p> <p>___</p> <p>Connect with Spark To Fire | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sparktofirepodcast/?hl=en" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sparktofire/" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmkABm2SFgcs-BwyRDNNirQ" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">YouTube</a></p> <p>___</p> <p>This show is produced by <a href="http://www.grindstoneagency.com" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Grindstone</a>.</p> <p>Interested in starting a podcast? Visit <a href="http://grindstoneagency.com/podcasting" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">grindstoneagency.com/podcasting</a> to learn more.  </p>
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37 MIN
071 | The Power Of Doing The Little Things w/ Joshua Johnston
OCT 7, 2022
071 | The Power Of Doing The Little Things w/ Joshua Johnston
<p>Joshua "Kobayashi" Johnston, Founder of Hydra, joins Landon on the show to talk about what it is like exiting a company, how he's approaching coaching and consulting, and the ins and outs of lead gen.</p> <p> </p> <p>From 2018 to 2020, Josh was the COO for Welling Media. During that time he was able to help build systems and infrastructure to continue the agency's rapid growth. Through that time he learned most agencies were neglecting systems that allow them to grow quickly.</p> <p> </p> <p>Today, Josh is consulting with various agencies in the U.S. and Europe to help them scale their revenues, teams, and profits.</p> <p> </p> <p>Enjoy the show and keep striking!</p> <p> </p> <p>Watch This Episode On Youtube: <a href="https://youtu.be/0USTX674r1Q" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/0USTX674r1Q</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Episode Resources:</p> <p> </p> <p>Website: <a href="https://321pocketops.com/" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://321pocketops.com/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Facebook:</p> <div class="ipsEmbeddedOther" contenteditable="false"><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067878076791">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067878076791</a></p> </div><div class="ipsEmbeddedOther" contenteditable="false"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/joshykobyashi">https://twitter.com/joshykobyashi</a></p> </div><p>___</p> <p> </p> <p>This show is produced by Grindstone. Interested in starting a podcast? Visit grindstoneagency.com/podcasting to learn more. </p> <p>___</p> <p>Connect with Spark To Fire | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sparktofirepodcast/?hl=en" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sparktofire/" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmkABm2SFgcs-BwyRDNNirQ" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">YouTube</a></p> <p>___</p> <p>This show is produced by <a href="http://www.grindstoneagency.com" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Grindstone</a>.</p> <p>Interested in starting a podcast? Visit <a href="http://grindstoneagency.com/podcasting" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">grindstoneagency.com/podcasting</a> to learn more.  </p>
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64 MIN
070 | How To Build An 8-Figure Business w/ Ryan Niddel
SEP 23, 2022
070 | How To Build An 8-Figure Business w/ Ryan Niddel
<p>Ryan Niddel, President and CEO of South Sea Ventures, joins Landon to talk about the seasons of entrepreneurship, the privilege of helping others, and lessons learned from growing multiple businesses.</p> <p> </p> <p>Ryan shares his approach to business growth and optimization and the lessons he has learned from growing businesses to more than $100m in revenue. He's committed to helping business owners create operational efficiency and implement strategies that multiply bottom lines exponentially.</p> <p> </p> <p>Currently, Ryan is a principal in a private equity group, the CEO of two 8-figure companies, and sits on the board of directors for several other companies. Additionally, he's in the process of launching a foundation focused on the education of today's youth to help with the practical application of business, entrepreneurism, and capitalism.</p> <p> </p> <p>Enjoy the show, and keep striking!</p> <p> </p> <p>Watch this episode on Youtube:</p> <p>___</p> <p>Episode Resources:</p> <p>Website | <a href="https://ryanniddel.com/" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://ryanniddel.com/</a></p> <p>Facebook | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ryantniddel" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/ryantniddel</a></p> <p>Instagram | </p> <div class="ipsEmbeddedOther" contenteditable="false"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ryanniddel/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/ryanniddel/?hl=en</a></p> </div><p>Twitter | <a href="https://twitter.com/Ryan_Niddel/" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Ryan_Niddel/</a></p> <p>Podcast | <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/15-minutes-to-freedom/id1361764151" ipsnoembed="true" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/15-minutes-to-freedom/id1361764151</a></p> <p> </p> <p>___</p> <p>This show is produced by Grindstone. Interested in starting a podcast? Visit grindstoneagency.com/podcasting to learn more.</p> <p>___</p> <p>Connect with Spark To Fire | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sparktofirepodcast/?hl=en" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sparktofire/" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@sparktofirepodcast" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmkABm2SFgcs-BwyRDNNirQ" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">YouTube</a></p> <p>___</p> <p>This show is produced by <a href="http://www.grindstoneagency.com" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Grindstone</a>.</p> <p>Interested in starting a podcast? Visit <a href="http://grindstoneagency.com/podcasting" rel="external nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">grindstoneagency.com/podcasting</a> to learn more.  </p>
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75 MIN