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Hello Blink Show

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Welcome to the practical podcast for technical people who want to start their own company. From founding to building your business, we’re here to help.

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Episodes

How to Run a Hardware Business as an Expat with Sean Hadley

March 08, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

We chat with Sean Hadley, founder of MagicDAQ, which is a professional data acquisition and testing tool that can be scripted with Python. He talks about how he lives as an expat in New Zealand selling primarily back into the United States. Additionally, he tells us what has worked for marketing, sales, and coming up with a good price for his product.

Inbound Marketing Success with Jonathan Georgino

February 22, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

We check back in with Jonathan Georgino, who reports that sales have increased and inbound marketing efforts are starting to pay off. In addition, he tells a story about how he turned a potential legal battle into a collaboration effort.

29: How to Do Video Marketing on YouTube with Daniel Bogdanoff

February 08, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MB

Creating videos on YouTube to engage an audience can be tricky. We chat with Daniel Bogdanoff about how he grew the successful Keysight Labs YouTube channel to function as one part of a marketing effort to sell oscilloscopes.

How to Do Video Marketing on YouTube with Daniel Bogdanoff

February 08, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MB

Creating videos on YouTube to engage an audience can be tricky. We chat with Daniel Bogdanoff about how he grew the successful Keysight Labs YouTube channel to function as one part of a marketing effort to sell oscilloscopes.

28: Gaining Early Customers and Hiring Help with Natalie Luneva

January 25, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

How do you get your first customers, and when should you hire help? Natalie Luneva, who runs her own coaching and consulting business, joins us to discuss these issues.

Gaining Early Customers and Hiring Help with Natalie Luneva

January 25, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

How do you get your first customers, and when should you hire help? Natalie Luneva, who runs her own coaching and consulting business, joins us to discuss these issues.

27: State of the Show

January 11, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn take a look back at 2020 to talk about what worked and what didn't work for the show. They also ask listeners to respond with what they want to hear in 2021.

State of the Show

January 11, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn take a look back at 2020 to talk about what worked and what didn't work for the show. They also ask listeners to respond with what they want to hear in 2021.

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January 11, 2021 07:00 - 49 seconds - 845 KB

This is the practical podcast for technical people. We cover topics involving business, sales, and marketing with the engineer and developer in mind. If you've been wanting to jump from your corporate job to start your own business or sell your invention on the side, this is the show for you.

Marketing and Sales: Friends or Foes?

December 28, 2020 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MB

In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn wanted to share their presentation on sales and marketing for Boulder Startup Week 2020. They are joined by special guest Katie Hackos.

26: Marketing and Sales: Friends or Foes?

December 28, 2020 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MB

In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn wanted to share their presentation on sales and marketing for Boulder Startup Week 2020. They are joined by special guest Katie Hackos.

Using No-Code Apps to Get to Market Faster with Lola Ojabowale

December 14, 2020 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn welcome developer Lola Ojabowale to the show. Lola shares her insights in no code development with listeners.

25: Using No-Code Apps to Get to Market Faster with Lola Ojabowale

December 14, 2020 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn welcome developer Lola Ojabowale to the show. Lola shares her insights in no code development with listeners.

Episode 25: Using No-Code Apps to Get to Market Faster with Lola Ojabowale

December 14, 2020 07:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Sponsor: We want to thank Cyber City Circuits (https://shop.cybercitycircuits.com/discount/HELLOBLINKSHOW) for sponsoring this episode! Cyber City Circuits is an electronics shop and contract manufacturer based in Augusta, GA. Use the coupon code HELLOBLINKSHOW to receive 10% off your order of electronics or mention that you heard about them on the Hello Blink Show for a 25% discount on the assembly costs of manufacturing. Overview: In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn we...

Avoiding Technology and IP Clause Lawsuits with Mark Tyson

November 23, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

Harris and Shawn welcome back legal expert and attorney, Mark Tyson. Mark shares some legal advice in negotiating contracts and how to handle particular pitfalls with your employer or contractor.

Episode 24: Avoiding Technology and IP Clause Lawsuits with Mark Tyson

November 23, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

Sponsor: We want to thank Cyber City Circuits (https://shop.cybercitycircuits.com/discount/HELLOBLINKSHOW) for sponsoring this episode! Cyber City Circuits is an electronics shop and contract manufacturer based in Augusta, GA. Use the coupon code HELLOBLINKSHOW to receive 10% off your order of electronics or mention that you heard about them on the Hello Blink Show for a 25% discount on the assembly costs of manufacturing. Overview: In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn we...

24: Avoiding Technology and IP Clause Lawsuits with Mark Tyson

November 23, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

Harris and Shawn welcome back legal expert and attorney, Mark Tyson. Mark shares some legal advice in negotiating contracts and how to handle particular pitfalls with your employer or contractor.

Episode 23: How to Hire Engineering Contractors with Matt Liberty

November 09, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn interview Matt Liberty. Matt shares his experience with finding contractor work and how you should go about referrals and selecting the best candidate. Listeners will hear his advice as Matt discusses his company, Jetperch, and their tool, Joulescope. One Powerful Quotation: * 20:47 Matt: “Overall, trying to find better ways to do your job, find better ways to value your work and value the parts and work you have and how to negotiate...

How to Hire Engineering Contractors with Matt Liberty

November 09, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Harris and Shawn interview Matt Liberty about finding contractor work, referrals, and selecting the best candidate. Listeners will hear his advice as Matt discusses his company, Jetperch, and their tool, Joulescope.

23: How to Hire Engineering Contractors with Matt Liberty

November 09, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Harris and Shawn interview Matt Liberty about finding contractor work, referrals, and selecting the best candidate. Listeners will hear his advice as Matt discusses his company, Jetperch, and their tool, Joulescope.

Building and Selling Your Business with Mihir Shah

October 26, 2020 06:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

Harris and Shawn interview electrical engineer, Mihir Shah. Mihir shares his insights into the success of his latest startup and his acquisition by another firm.

22: Building and Selling Your Business with Mihir Shah

October 26, 2020 06:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

Harris and Shawn interview electrical engineer, Mihir Shah. Mihir shares his insights into the success of his latest startup and his acquisition by another firm.

Episode 22: Building and Selling Your Business with Mihir Shah

October 26, 2020 06:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MB

Sponsor: We want to thank Cyber City Circuits (https://shop.cybercitycircuits.com/discount/HELLOBLINKSHOW) for sponsoring this episode! Cyber City Circuits is an electronics shop and contract manufacturer based in Augusta, GA. Use the coupon code HELLOBLINKSHOW to receive 10% off your order of electronics or mention that you heard about them on the Hello Blink Show for a 25% discount on the assembly costs of manufacturing. Overview: In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn in...

Episode 21: Changing Careers with Lisa Lewis Miller

October 12, 2020 06:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

Sponsor: We want to thank Cyber City Circuits (https://shop.cybercitycircuits.com/discount/HELLOBLINKSHOW) for sponsoring this episode! Cyber City Circuits is an electronics shop and contract manufacturer based in Augusta, GA. Use the coupon code HELLOBLINKSHOW to receive 10% off your order of electronics or mention that you heard about them on the Hello Blink Show for a 25% discount on the assembly costs of manufacturing. Overview: We chat with Lisa Lewis Miller, career coach, owner of Caree...

21: Changing Careers with Lisa Lewis Miller

October 12, 2020 06:00 - 43 minutes - 40.4 MB

Shawn and Harris chat with Lisa Lewis Miller, career coach, owner of Career Clarity, and author of an upcoming book about changing careers (or starting fresh!).

Changing Careers with Lisa Lewis Miller

October 12, 2020 06:00 - 43 minutes - 40.4 MB

Shawn and Harris chat with Lisa Lewis Miller, career coach, owner of Career Clarity, and author of an upcoming book about changing careers (or starting fresh!).

Creating a Marketing and Sales Pipeline with Cyber City Circuits

September 28, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 80.6 MB

Shawn and Harris chat with David and Chris, owners of Cyber City Circtuits. David and Chris are working to expand their contract manufacturing (for electronics and PCB assembly) business and need help reaching new customers.

20: Creating a Marketing and Sales Pipeline with Cyber City Circuits

September 28, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 80.6 MB

Shawn and Harris chat with David and Chris, owners of Cyber City Circtuits. David and Chris are working to expand their contract manufacturing (for electronics and PCB assembly) business and need help reaching new customers.

Episode 20: Creating a Marketing and Sales Pipeline with Cyber City Circuits

September 28, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 80.4 MB

In this episode, Harris and Shawn chat with David and Chris, owners of Cyber City Circtuits (https://shop.cybercitycircuits.com/). David and Chris are working to expand their contract manufacturing (for electronics and PCB assembly) business and need help reaching new customers. As a result, Harris and Shawn perform a live consultation with them to give advice on how to approach marketing and sales. In particular, Harris gives his thoughts on best ways to set up a sales pipeline, and Shawn he...

Episode 19: How to Become an Engineering Consultant with Chris Gammell

September 14, 2020 06:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MB

In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn interview electronics engineer, Chris Gammell. Chris shares his insights into how he manages his clients and education for his businesses. Chris works as a hardware engineering consultant designing boards for clients as well as teaching through workshops and YouTube videos. He is a co-host of the Amp Hour Electronics Podcast and organizes several Meetups, such as the Hardware Happy Hour in Chicago. Listeners will hear Chris's advice as...

19: How to Become an Engineering Consultant with Chris Gammell

September 14, 2020 06:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MB

Harris and Shawn interview electronics engineer, Chris Gammell. Chris shares his insights into how he manages his clients and education for his businesses.

How to Become an Engineering Consultant with Chris Gammell

September 14, 2020 06:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MB

Harris and Shawn interview electronics engineer, Chris Gammell. Chris shares his insights into how he manages his clients and education for his businesses.

Episode 18: Building the Black Tech Pipeline Community with Pariss Athena

August 24, 2020 06:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Pariss Athena is the creator of the #BlackTechTwitter community and founder of Black Tech Pipeline, which helps connect Black technologists with companies looking for employees. She shares her story of growing and managing an online community and how she is turning that into a business. Pariss also provides some great tips on steps companies can take to diversify their applicant pool when hiring engineers and developers. One Powerful Quotation: * 26:00 – Pariss: “If I’m unsure about somethi...

18: Building the Black Tech Pipeline Community with Pariss Athena

August 24, 2020 06:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

Pariss Athena is the creator of the #BlackTechTwitter community and founder of Black Tech Pipeline. She shares her story of growing and managing an online community and how she is turning that into a business.

Building the Black Tech Pipeline Community with Pariss Athena

August 24, 2020 06:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

Pariss Athena is the creator of the #BlackTechTwitter community and founder of Black Tech Pipeline. She shares her story of growing and managing an online community and how she is turning that into a business.

17: Creating Quality Content: Why SERP Matters More than SEO

August 10, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MB

Harris and Shawn discuss how founders and marketers can use Search Engine Results Pages (SERP) as an important metric to measure the performance of content against particular keywords.

Creating Quality Content: Why SERP Matters More than SEO

August 10, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MB

Harris and Shawn discuss how founders and marketers can use Search Engine Results Pages (SERP) as an important metric to measure the performance of content against particular keywords.

Episode 17: Creating Quality Content: Why SERP Matters More than SEO

August 10, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 76.5 MB

Search Engine Results Pages (SERP) are the pages displayed by various search engines when a user searches for a particular word or phrase. When creating content as part of your inbound marketing strategy, you’ll want to employ various Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques to have your page rank higher in search engine results. You can use SERP rankings to measure the effectiveness of your content and SEO techniques. In this episode, Harris and Shawn discuss how founders and marketers ca...

Hiring Your First Employees with Jermaine Murray

July 20, 2020 06:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MB

We welcome Jermaine Murray as our special guest to discuss best hiring practices for a company and how a startup can go about recruiting top talent. Plus, what led him to start his own company.

Episode 16: Hiring Your First Employees with Jermaine Murray

July 20, 2020 06:00 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MB

On this episode of the Hello Blink Show, we welcome Jermaine Murray as our special guest to discuss best hiring practices for a company and how a startup can go about recruiting top talent. We ask Jermaine about his experiences that led to founding his own recruiting firm, JupiterHR, and about his role at TandemLaunch. Additionally, Jermaine tells us about his personal experiences growing up and how early experiences with STEM can help keep kids, especially minorities, interested in tech. One...

16: Hiring Your First Employees with Jermaine Murray

July 20, 2020 06:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MB

We welcome Jermaine Murray as our special guest to discuss best hiring practices for a company and how a startup can go about recruiting top talent. Plus, what led him to start his own company.

15: Handling Workplace Misconduct with Kia Roberts

July 06, 2020 06:00 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MB

We welcome to the show Kia Roberts, who worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn and the Director of Investigations for the National Football League (NFL) and founded her own company, Triangle Investigations.

Handling Workplace Misconduct with Kia Roberts

July 06, 2020 06:00 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MB

We welcome to the show Kia Roberts, who worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn and the Director of Investigations for the National Football League (NFL) and founded her own company, Triangle Investigations.

Episode 15: Handling Workplace Misconduct with Kia Roberts

July 06, 2020 06:00 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MB

We welcome to the show Kia Roberts, who worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn and the Director of Investigations for the National Football League (NFL) and founded her own company, Triangle Investigations. Triangle Investigations performs third party investigations for companies into allegations of misconduct, including sexual harassment, discrimination, and bullying. Kia talks about why she founded the company, successes she’s had, and what the future of company culture and hu...

Episode 14: Leading a Developer Community with Kattni Rembor

June 22, 2020 06:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn interview firmware developer, hardware designer, technical writer, and community leader, Kattni Rembor. Kattni shares her insights into how she engages followers and educates her peers. Listeners will hear her advice as she delves into her experience with Adafruit and the process involved with fostering a community on learning CircuitPython. Listen after the closing credits for an update on CircuitPython and how people have been integ...

Leading a Developer Community with Kattni Rembor

June 22, 2020 06:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MB

Harris and Shawn interview firmware developer, hardware designer, technical writer, and community leader, Kattni Rembor from Adafruit Industries and Circuit Python. Kattni shares her insights into how she engages followers and educates her peers.

14: Leading a Developer Community with Kattni Rembor

June 22, 2020 06:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MB

Harris and Shawn interview firmware developer, hardware designer, technical writer, and community leader, Kattni Rembor from Adafruit Industries and Circuit Python. Kattni shares her insights into how she engages followers and educates her peers.

On Invention with Anton Howes

June 15, 2020 06:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

We welcome to the show historian and author, Anton Howes. His book, Arts and Minds: How the Royal Society of Arts Changed a Nation, explores how the RSA encouraged invention and innovation during the Industrial revolution.

Episode 13: On Invention with Anton Howes

June 15, 2020 06:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

We welcome to the show historian and invention lover, Anton Howes. Anton recently released a book, Arts and Minds: How the Royal Society of Arts Changed a Nation, about how the Royal Society of the Arts encouraged invention and innovation during the Industrial revolution. As a result, we are excited to ask him about his thoughts on innovation culture and the nature of inventions. Additionally, Anton shares his findings on inventions that appear to occur later than they should have (“behind th...

13: On Invention with Anton Howes

June 15, 2020 06:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

We welcome to the show historian and author, Anton Howes. His book, Arts and Minds: How the Royal Society of Arts Changed a Nation, explores how the RSA encouraged invention and innovation during the Industrial revolution.

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