Andrew is a digital marketing strategist and host of The Happy Hearthstone Podcast , the verified longest running Hearthstone Podcast! Andrew has used his marketing skills and general optimistic nature to successfully take over this project from it's original founder and transform it into a community of gamers that work to spread knowledge and positivity in the space. People know that I am an avid Hearthstone player, but most don't know that I am an Executive Producer level backer of the show wh...
Aug 21, 2019•42 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Thanks for checking out the podcast. Check out Gun.io Listen to Ledge on the Frontier Podcast Connect with our PIT Community The first 100 people to sign up for the PIT Community Forums get free access forever. You can also join our free newsletter and more at https://productivityintech.com Connect with me (Jay) on Twitter and Keep up to date on all things PIT at @Prod_in_Tech Music is "A Hustler in Spite of Myself" provided by Nadir Omowale Equipment provide by Icon Pro Audio...
Aug 13, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Paul is an umbrage developer and a pool fanatic. He hated searching for all of the latest pool matches and decided to work on building a platform for people to search for matches and watch them, regardless of where they were hosted. In this conversation we talk about the pressure behind building something that you feel lead to build and what's it's like to "Just Ship It!". Follow Paul: Codesharepaul - Twitter Codeshare.co.uk If you like watching Pool Matches, Check out Paul's Site Money Match Po...
Aug 06, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Al Rodriguez is a tinkerer and host of the Developer Side Quests Podcast . In this episode, we discuss side-quests, main-quests and escaping cubicle captivity. Check out Jay's Episode of Developer Side Quests Follow Al Programmeral.com Developer Side Quests Podcast @ProgrammeAl - Twitter Thank you to all the Premium Members who continue to support the PIT Podcast and all the awesome things we've got going on! Consider becoming a premium member today ! You can also sign up to join the first cohor...
Jul 30, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Lee is a Front-end Developer and all-around "Junior Developer" Advocate. He is also the organizer of Orlando’s Project Code Experience Meetup and co-host of the Tech Jr. Podcast , The Backstory A Career-Changer himself, Lee has made it his mission to pay-forward all of the help he received as a new developer ten-fold, and improve the lives of new developers in any way he can. We talk about Lee' s journey to tech, his decision to create content for developers early into their journey, and why we ...
Jul 23, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 28
My guest this week is my friend and fellow automator Jonathan Magen. Jonathan has created tools to automate many of the repetitive tasks that he and his colleagues do on a daily basis.
Jul 16, 2019•40 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Check Out John’s Podcast Purple Squad Security Hire John for Your Next Tabletop Event https://elitesec.io Follow John @JohnsNotHere - Twitter @PurpSquadSec - Twitter Keep Up With Productivity in Tech If you have a Podcast, Youtube or Twitch Channel and need help: Getting Things off the ground Editing, Transcriptions, or Hosting Newsletter or Social Media Management We are accepting new clients. Visit Productivity in Tech.com for more information. If you would just like to learn more about produc...
Jul 09, 2019•40 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Kyle Cronin is a former Web Developer turned iOS Developer. In just a few years, Kyle has created apps for thousands of users. All of this has been in support of him landing his first big time role as an iOS Developer. Check out Kyle's Apps: Activity Glance When Did I…? (by Heidi Pilypas) SLAY IT by Kyle Cronin Follow Us on Twitter Kyle - @kylecronin Jay - @kjaymiller PIT - @prod_in_tect Are you a developer that wants to make things to share with the world (and other devs!) Hire Me! PIT is accep...
Jun 29, 2019•52 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Kyle Cronin is a former Web Developer turned iOS Developer. In just a few years, Kyle has created apps for thousands of users. All of this has been in support of him landing his first big time role as an iOS Developer. Check out Kyle's Apps: Activity Glance When Did I…? (by Heidi Pilypas) SLAY IT by Kyle Cronin Follow Us on Twitter Kyle - @kylecronin Jay - @kjaymiller PIT - @prod_in_tech Are you a developer that wants to make things to share with the world (and other devs!) Hire Me! PIT is accep...
Jun 26, 2019•52 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Heidi Helen is a freelance designer and newly shipped app developer. With Illuminated Bits, she took a large lead in many of the design decisions, but knew that the apps she worked hard to make, were not hers but those of her employer. Now she's launched an app of her own. I sat down with Heidi to discover how releasing her app was different than helping release someone elses. Connect with Heidi: @Heidi_Helen https://heidihelen.com.au Check out Her Latest App - When Did I Check out Some of the o...
Jun 18, 2019•36 min•Season 1Ep. 23
We pick up with our conversation with Will Gant. Will and I talk about our creative processes and try to figure out what helps us get it done. Don’t forget Premium Members gain access to the 2 HOUR AFTERSHOW as well as previous Aftershow and other bonus content. Follow Productivity in Tech On Twitter - @prod_in_tech
Jun 11, 2019•42 min•Season 1Ep. 22
My guest this week is Will Gant. Will has more than 2 decades in the software engineering field. He is also half of the Complete Developer Podcast . In the first half of this 2-part episode. I chat with will about all the things that he has going on. To listen to the full conversation including the Aftershow, become a PIT Premium Member ....
Jun 04, 2019•40 min•Season 1Ep. 21
My guest this week is Ish Shabazz Ish is a great friend that I’ve had the pleasure of sharing a meal with as we talked productivity, technology, and app development. Ish just released Capsicum , the closest alternative to bullet journaling on the iOS App Store. Capsicum is the culmination of the apps that Ish has built over his career. We talk about what it’s like to build the app of your dreams and we talk about the state of building a career around the app store. Connect with Ish Follow Ish on...
May 21, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 20
My guest this week is Dave Rael . Dave is the host of the Developer on Fire Dave’s podcast is all about hearing the story behind the code. Dave has interviewed hundreds of guests and shares what he has learned with thousands of developers every week! Test Your Understanding - Aslak Hellesøy Empathy Circles - Indi Young Connect with Dave and listen to Developer on Fire...
May 14, 2019•47 min•Season 1Ep. 19
My guest this week is Chad Bostick I met chad a few years ago when I was a guest on his show, Hello Tech Pros . His daily show ran for several months, but then seemed to come to an end. In fact Chad seemed to have just fallen off the map. That is why I was excited to not only hear that he was returning to the tech podcasting world, but with a brand new venture, Career Design Patterns . In this conversation, Chad and I talk about both of our hiatus' from the tech world as well as break down what ...
May 07, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 18
My guest this week is Ridiculous Hat. Hat is a podcaster for the coin concede podcast. Their goal is to take the competitive side of the Hearthstone collectible card game more approachable for the everyday player. I’ve been listening to Hat’s podcast for a few months and through getting to know him and the community he runs with friends and fellow players, there were two things that really impressed me: The podcast is produced extremely well in spite of the fact that none of the core hosts that ...
Apr 30, 2019•47 min•Season 1Ep. 17
My guest this week is Ronnie Lutes. Follow him on twitter , you’ll be glad you did. Hire me for Editing your Podcast or your Video Content or as your Personal Productivity Coach .
Apr 23, 2019•53 min•Season 1Ep. 16
My guest this week is Daryl Baxter. Daryl is a freelance writer and the host of PAL Keys and the (Coming off hiatus soon) Outpost Show. Daryl has an iPad first lifestyle and we dig into that a little but we also talk about some of the challenges of making the jump to full-time freelance work. Check out Daryl's work at DarylBaxter.com . Follow PIT: @Prod_in_tech - Twitter productivityintech.com...
Apr 16, 2019•56 min•Season 1Ep. 15
When Clay isn’t serving as the Director of Operations for the 2nd Largest chain of Whataburger franchises, he is working with the many different host on of the 13 different podcasts that make up the TekSide Network which he has been running for over a decade! In this conversation we break down how he is able to manage such large responsibilities. Tools Clay Uses Sorted 3 Drafts Newton TekSide.Net Follow Clay Russell @clayRussell - Twitter @TekSide - Twitter...
Apr 08, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 14
My guest this week is James Dempsey. James is a software developer, consultant, speaker, and frontman for James Dempsey and the Breakpoints. He had the fortune of working for Apple as it made its comeback and meteoric rise to become one of the most recognized brands of all time. The Breakpoints are a mythical group of techies by day, musicians by night who bring James’ humorous, nerdy songs to life. Each year the band performs LIVE near WWDC, a benefit concert for App Camp For Girls, with previo...
Apr 02, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 13
For the MONTH OF MARCH (ENDING SOON!) All New PIT PREMIUM Memberships will be donated to App Camp 4 Girls! - Learn More This week on the PIT Podcast, my guest is Jean MacDonald. Jean is a community manager for Micro.Blog and the founder for App Camp for Girls. In this conversation we talk about driving for Lyft, starting podcasts, and setting the example for kids around the world and folks online. Links: Micro.Blog/macgenie App Camp 4 Girls The Weekly Review...
Mar 25, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 12
My guest this week is Irma Mesa . Irma is a Product Manager and YouTuber in the Indianapolis area. YouTube Channel Built by girls April Wensel - Compassionate Programming The Nobel Prize Winner uses Python Follow Irma @_justIrma JustIrma.com...
Mar 19, 2019•44 min•Season 1Ep. 11
App Camp 4 Girls App Launch Map Some (Other) things we mentioned. The weekly review - Jean MacDonald (Co-founder of App Camp for girls) Notion Full focus planner Follow Aleen AleenMean.com @Aleen - Twitter Support Productivity in Tech and Get Access to the Aftershow! Become a PIT Premium Member ($10/month/$100/year) Join our new Discourse and Tell us your thoughts!...
Mar 11, 2019•39 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Heidi is a Developer Advocate for Launch Darkly . Heidi travels all over the world and is away from home more than half of the month. In this conversation, Heidi shares with how she’s able to parent, prepare, and connect with her co-workers while always being on the go. Links: Follow Heidi on Twitter Launch Darkly I Have ADD and So Can Ooh, Shiny! - Youtube Support the Productivity in Tech podcast and other independent podcasts at https:ko-fi.com/JayandJayMedia . OR Consider joining the PIT Prem...
Mar 05, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Steve Lubitz is a Data Architect and Hearthstone content creator. Steve has been podcasting for several years, but he decided to shudder his most popular show. Now he uses his data architect skills to inform the community he has created around Hearthstone and in his podcast, OffCurve. Links: Follow Steve on Twitter OffCurve.com If you enjoyed this episode, consider sponsoring the next episode with a $3 (one-time donation) at our Ko-Fi Page . PS Check out my New Podcast, What I'm...
Feb 26, 2019•42 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Mike Schmitz Mike is a productivity professional, podcaster, coach and author. Mike's journey is one that took persistence, determination and a little faith. Listen to how a Husband and father of FIVE was able to create an empire the centered around his beliefs and his passions in just a few short years. Links: Thou Shalt Hustle Faith Based Productivity Bookworm and Focused...
Feb 18, 2019•39 min•Season 1Ep. 7
My guest this week is Justin Duke. Just is a developer in the Seattle area with a passion for writing emails and making things. in this conversation, we cover a lot as to the why he built my favorite newsletter service, Buttondown and some of the decisions that come along with that. Links Justin Duke - JMDuke.com Village Blacksmith Consulting Buttondown Email The Productivity in Tech Podcast is a part of the Jay and Jay Media network of shows. You can support this and other shows with a one-time...
Feb 11, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This week on the Productivity In Tech Podcast, We have John Knox. John moved to Minneapolis Minnesota from the tech hub of Austin Texas. During this move, John had to apply to several companies before landing at Prevent Biometrics. In this conversation, we talk about what it was like going from a tech come to a non-tech hub city and we cover but both candidates and companies can do better in the hiring process. If you enjoyed this podcast, we would love for you to share it with your friends. Inc...
Feb 04, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 5
My guest this week was Mike Young. Mike is the CEO of Pear Circuit which works to help create technology solutions for startups and non-profits who want to make the world better than it was before. In this conversation, we discuss what it's like to build a business outside of Silicon Valley.
Jan 28, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Maira Benjamin has been in tech for over 30 years working in startups and big name companies like PayPal and Esurance. Today, she is the Director of Engineering for Pandora, but she is also working to create a space for women of color in tech. Tech Intersections is an affordable conference for the womxn of color most underrepresented in tech to come together and learn from each other’s successes, challenges, and experiences. The conference will be held Saturday, January 26, 2019 at Benjamin's Al...
Jan 21, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 3
