In this episode, Myron connects with Lexi Mickens shares her journey from sports to tech to becoming a founder. Key highlights include: Showing up early, communicating loudly and often, and putting teammates first are valuable lessons from sports that can be applied in any industry. Building a genuine and equitable community is important for personal and professional growth. Run It Bank, Lexi's organization, offers free basketball programs for student athletes and adults, creating a supportive a...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 12
In this episode, Myron connects with his award winning running coach - "Coach Carl" Leivers - on his values, journey, and lessons. Key takeaways include: Coach Carl's value of creating a plan for the runner's goals, not his own. Coach Carl's value of tailoring each plan to the runner's motivations and life. Creating sustainable plans that prioritize enjoyment and long-term improvement. Valuing the importance of community in running. Being responsive to training progress (and/ or hiccups) without...
May 07, 2024•46 min•Ep. 11
In this episode, we sit down with Tiffany Spencer about her values, journey in tech as an IC, Leader, and now Founder, and the lessons she has learned along the way. Tiffany emphasizes the importance of service and giving back, which has been a core value throughout her career, and why she's started the Dreamin' in Color Conference. Tiffany also discusses her role as a leader and the importance of empathy and collaboration. We wrap up by emphasizing the value of investing in self-development and...
Apr 30, 2024•47 min•Ep. 10
In this episode, Myron connects with Davidson Hang to discuss his professional journey, the values that have guided him along the way. Davidson shares his experiences in sales, leadership, and entrepreneurship and how he has integrated his values of relationships, thoughtfulness, and vulnerability. Emphasis is put on the importance of mental health, personal growth, and finding sustainability. We also explore the impact of social influence and the need for creating safe spaces for underrepresent...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 9
In this episode, Myron chats with Connie Yoo about her journey in tech and the lessons she has learned along the way. She discusses the transition from working in the food industry to entering the tech world and the challenges she faced. Connie also highlights the importance of authenticity, building relationships, and taking advantage of your network in order to succeed in sales roles. They explore the role of solution engineering and the spectrum of technicality within the field. They also tou...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 8
In this episode, we chat with Joshua "TechDev" Walker about his personal journey and the lessons he has learned along the way. Josh shares his background, including his time in the military and the entertainment industry, and how he eventually found his way into the tech field. Josh emphasizes the importance of values such as integrity, authenticity, and loyalty in his success. Josh also discusses the benefits of running for his mental and physical well-being. Finally, Josh highlights the impact...
Apr 09, 2024•57 min•Ep. 7
In this episode, Myron sits down with Megan Balfour who shares her career journey, values, and the connections between teaching, sales, and nonprofits. She discusses the importance of creating safe spaces and being transparent and humble in her interactions. Megan also highlights the value of embracing awkwardness as a catalyst for growth. She shares her transition into the tech industry and her passion for helping nonprofits leverage technology to serve individuals with dignity and demonstrate ...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 6
In this episode, Myron chats with Mateo Durango about his journey from professional soccer player to solutions engineer in the tech. Mateo shares his core values of optimism, empathy, and teamwork that have contributed to his success. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling in sales and solution engineering, as well as the need to understand individual motivators and goals. Mateo also discusses his coaching philosophy, which is centered around servant leadership and creating a sense of belo...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 5
In this episode, we connect with Melissa Toledo Montgomery, an experienced tech sales leader, discussing Melissa's career path, the values and practices that have contributed to her success, and the misconceptions and realities of sales. Melissa shares her perspective on the core of sales, which she believes is understanding and solving customers' problems. We also explore the challenges and rewards of transitioning from sales to leadership, and the impact of leadership on team members. In this ...
Mar 19, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 4
In this episode, Myron sits down with Mike Felix, a mentor and expert in sales, tech, and business development. The conversation highlights the importance of honesty and qualification in sales, while also sharing the impact of community on self-development and self-actualization. Mike discusses unconventional lessons for success and the value of building community and creating platforms. The conversation concludes with a focus on the power of active listening and a call to actively engage with t...
Mar 12, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 3
In this episode, Myron Bryant interviews Layne Brodie about her journey in sports, tech, and leadership. They discuss the impact of diverse experiences, the importance of belonging, and the value of treating employees as humans first. Layne discusses the importance of growth and mindfulness, emphasizing the value of being present in the moment. She shares her insights on creating a team culture and hiring hidden gems for sales engineering roles. She highlights the impact of mindful presence in c...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 2
In this episode, we sit down with David "Coach Dave" Brown to discuss his journey to success, the importance of integrity and servant leadership, and the role of value and success in the tech industry. David emphasizes the need for continuous learning and growth, as well as the importance of empowering others to transform. Myron and David discuss the importance of clarity, storytelling, and inclusive co-creation in achieving success. They also share their thoughts on taking ownership of one's ca...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 1
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