Jar of Genius

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Robyn Young, CEO, Founder, and Strategist at Young & Co. Creative Partner. Together, they share insights on how to build a 'sticky brand,' why your brand is your greatest asset, and the art of storytelling and lasting impact.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Temirlan Nugmanov, Founder and CEO of Optemization. Together, they discuss how Notion can revolutionize the way we organize and leverage data, Temirlan's passion that led him to become a Notion ambassador and ultimately establish his own consulting business, as well as the potential of AI in knowledge management.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Ross Novotny, Founder of Now Pools. Together, they delve into Ross's fascinating journey from real estate to creating his own subscription-based pool and spa company. Ross shares the challenges of manufacturing and shipping pool equipment from China, the power of a simple and approachable brand name, why the "perfect plan" never works, and why temporary pools make you appreciate summer fun more than permanent ones.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Bryan Grant, Creative Director, Motion Designer, and Founder of Bryan Grant Studios. Together, they explore the evolution of creativity in motion graphics and design, how motion graphics artists can succeed beyond entertainment, and the role of AI in supercharging creativity and reviving the power of personal touch.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Andy Greenhouse, CEO and Co-Founder of Swhype. Together, they discuss the impact of AI in video marketing and content creation, Andy's personal journey in the creative industry, his discovery of ADHD, and the importance of self-expression and finding a supportive community.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Tiffany Hardin, Founder and CEO of Gild Creative Group. Together, they dive into Tiffany's journey in social media and influencer marketing, how today's influencers command attention despite not being NBA or movie stars, the secret sauce to winning audience trust, and how to effectively leverage influencer marketing depending on your business.

In our latest episode of Jar of Genius, Russ Perry welcomes Hamilton Souther to discuss the future of human creativity. While Russ believes that the ultimate goal of human creation is to connect, Hamilton takes it further. He envisions a future where creativity is driven by tools and innovations we can't even imagine today. Just like the printing press and telephone once transformed society in ways that were unimaginable at the time, future creative tools will revolutionize how we connect and create in the coming millennia. Curious about what these new tools of creativity might be? Catch the full episode now.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Jonathan Ronzio, Co-Founder and CMO of Trainual, a top-rated onboarding, training, and knowledge management software for small businesses. Jonathan is a creative mastermind who loves turning ideas into real-world deliverables that drive success. Join Russ and Jonathan as they dive into the world of creative entrepreneurship. They discuss the importance of thinking outside the box, taking risks, and standing out in a crowded market. Jonathan shares his company's innovative marketing strategies, including personalized videos using Cameo and viral social media campaigns. They also delve into the challenges of creativity in the B2B space and finding the balance between creativity and measurable results. Be sure to catch the teaser about Jonathan's upcoming book on living a balanced and creative life.

In this episode of a, host Russ Perry is joined by Ivonne Kinser, Founder and CEO of Vantage Creative Group. Together, they discuss Ivonne's journey to becoming the "Avocado Queen," how to conquer fear and overcome creative paralysis, and the importance of embracing your true creative self.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Marc Hodulich, Co-Founder and CEO of 29029 Everesting. Together, they dive into 29029 Everesting's ultra-endurance events that push your limits and redefine what you're capable of. Marc shares the transformative power of endurance sports, the importance of knowing when to quit, and how 29029 Everesting keeps inspiring personal growth and adventure.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Olivia Luciani, Owner of Laced By Liv. Together, they dive into Olivia's journey from college painting shoes to working with big companies and creating custom designs on a global scale. She also talks about her commitment to quality and attention to detail and the importance of maintaining excellence in business growth.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Roger Martin, Co-Founder and CEO of the RockBox Fitness Franchise and beem Light Sauna. Together, they delve into Roger's inspiring journey from the pharmaceutical industry to entrepreneurship. Roger shares how his passion for health, fitness, and music led him to create a unique brand that combines the exhilaration of live music concerts with the excitement of working out. Additionally, he discusses the challenges and successes of running a fitness studio franchise during the COVID-19 pandemic, adapting by providing customized online nutrition plans and workouts for their members.

In this episode of Jar of Genius, host Russ Perry is joined by Brett Williams, Founder of Designjoy. Together, they unpack the secrets behind building a successful solo venture, the challenges of innovating within a saturated market, and the future of design entrepreneurship. Discover how Brett combined the benefits of traditional agencies and freelancing to create a one-man agency that offers affordable and reliable design services, as well as the impact of AI on the creative industry.

Welcome to the Jar of Genius podcast by Design Pickle. Hosted by Russ Perry, in each episode, we'll explore the minds and stories of innovative leaders and companies who have paved the way and are shaping the future for creative businesses around the world. Search for Jar of Genius on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform, and be sure to follow us to never miss an episode. And, of course, don't forget: creativity is your secret strategic weapon.

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology! Today's guest is Dan Martell, Founder & CEO of SaaS Academy, the largest SaaS coaching program in the world. Aside from being a successful serial Entrepreneur, Dan is also an Investor, Coach and Author of the best selling book, Buy Back Your Time. In this episode, Dan spills the tea (er, pickle juice) on how the landscape for SaaS businesses like Design Pickle is changing, sharing his theories for how the size and makeup of today's SaaS businesses have evolved (and why), to the tools and creative thinking that have helped them scale and thrive in a apocalyptic (read: COVID) world. To follow Dan Martell, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmartell

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology! Today's guest is Chris Ronzio, Founder & CEO of Trainual. Trainual helps companies like Design Pickle systemize the onboarding process.  Chris dives into the importance of mastering this fundamental practice within your business to maintain quality and consistency as it scales. In this episode, Chris and Russ talk about their favorite technology and tools that advance the way people work, as well as their shared mindset of cultivating innovation during their 20+ years of entrepreneurship.  To follow Chris Ronzio, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisronzio  

On #CreaTech episode 9, Russ Perry, CEO & Founder of Design Pickle, is joined by Jason Fried, Founder & CEO at 37signals (makers of Basecamp and HEY). Jason is an OG in technology thought leadership, as well as a self-proclaimed non-serial entrepreneur and serial author. In this episode, Jason shares his hot takes on which roles AI will impact hardest, why not to chase trends (and be yourself), and how saying has changed his life and created success for him. To follow Jason Fried, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-fried

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology! Today's guest is Ryan Narod, Head of Marketing for MutinyHQ! As users of Mutiny's platform, Design Pickle's marketing team knows first-hand how powerful a conversion optimization tool like this can be. MutinyHQ leverages technology and creativity to create personalized web experiences.Listen in as Ryan and Russ talk about the vast possibilities of leveraging data (technology) with personalized experiences (creative design) in our ever-evolving landscape. To follow Ryan Narod, connect with him on LinkedIn:  linkedin.com/in/ryannarod

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology. If you leverage, make, or sell creativity or technology, you won't want to miss this monthly deep dive full of unfettered opinions from pros and spicy data-backed trends! In today's episode of #createch, @RussPerry is joined by @GoDaddy's Gourav Pani, the President of US Independents and former VP of Marketing Technology! The two creative technologists cover a wide range of current technology and marketing hot topics, including how GoDaddy's team set out to build full-fledged websites in under a minute (as if doing it in under 90 minutes was not impressive enough!), and what his team is working on now. To follow Gourav Pani, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gouravpani

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology! Today's guest is none other than a proven leader in the product marketing world! He was the VP of Product Marketing for Crayon and is currently the head of Product Marketing for Ziflow! We have the one, the only, we have Mr. Erik Mansur joining us on CreaTech!  Listen in as Erik and Russ go over the challenges of Product Marketing and how tools and strategies can help market both B2B and B2C customers in regards to products!  To follow Erik, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikmansur

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology! Today's guest is none other than Design Pickle's very own VP of Creative Operations, Rob Morris! Rob has an extensive career that ranges from his time in the US Army as a Troop Fire Support Officer to companies like Sears Holdings Corporation, to Crate and Barrel, and eventually to Design Pickle itself! Listen in as Rob and Russ go over over topics like managing in-house creative teams to creative tools that revolutionizing the creative operations industry! To follow Rob, connect with him on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robertmorris72

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology!! Luke has an extensive career of founding companies like DCNY, Daillly; and co-founding companies like Vivio World and Capricom Interactive! Luke brings well over twenty years of experience to the table in regards to entrepreneurship, business, and overcoming creativity blocks with the use of developing technology! Feel free to follow Luke on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lukemiler

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology! Today's guest is none other than the Head of Creative at Pictory himself, Arjun Sahdev! Arjun has well over a decade of experience in the creative industry as a creative lead, from companies like McCann Worldgroup to Portl, Arjun has vast knowledge in design and creativity.  Feel free to check out Pictory: https://pictory.ai  Make sure to follow Arjun, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aksahdev

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology. If you leverage, make, or sell creativity or technology, you won't want to miss this monthly deep dive full of unfettered opinions from pros and spicy data-backed trends! Today's guest is none other than the President of Content at Scale herself, Julia McCoy! She is the author of 8 books, and also known as the Content Hacker and the Content Queen by ChatGPT! Content Hacker Feel free to follow Julia McCoy, connect with her on LinkedIn:: linkedin.com/in/juliaemccoy

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology! Today's guest is the Co-Founder of Hite Digital; an Experienced Salesforce Administrator with a demonstrated history of working in the marketing and advertising industry. Skilled in systems such as High Level, Hubspot, Ontraport, Vanilla Soft, and more! To follow Karen Hite, connect with her on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/karen-hite-43909336

Powered by Design Pickle, hosted by Russ Perry, this exciting, nerdy podcast shines a spotlight on the intersection of creativity and technology. If you leverage, make, or sell creativity or technology, you won't want to miss this monthly deep dive full of unfettered opinions from pros and spicy data-backed trends! For more information on upcoming episodes, show notes and future guests, follow us at: https://designpickle.com/createch/Also, in need of creative services? Design Pickle is YOUR creative easy button! Design Pickle is an on-demand creative services platform, enabling thousands of businesses around the world to scale their creative content.Powered by a global subscription workforce and custom-built technology, Design Pickle offers graphic design, custom illustrations, presentation design, and motion graphic services at a flat rate. To learn more about what you can create with Design Pickle, visit www.designpickle.com. Follow us on: • Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/designpickle • Twitter at https://twitter.com/designpickle • Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/designpickle