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Constant VariablesWhy email reputation mattersA poor email reputation can make it difficult to do business if a password reset, order confirmation, or account signup email doesn’t reach a customer’s inbox. As a developer, Tom Whitten has helped several companies protect their email reputation, and he’s sharing tips on how businesses can improve email credibility and deliverability. **Show Links** Find full show notes at https://constantvariables.co Chat with JMG | https://jmg.mn/chat Tom Whitten on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-whitten-5857a52b0/ ...2024-04-2419 min
Constant VariablesWhy Stripe is a Developer FavoriteWhen using payment processing software within an app or website, you’ll find dozens of provider options. JMG’s CTO, Tom Whitten, shares why developers prefer to work with Stripe and the value business owners can get from discussing payment provider options with their development team. **Show Links** Find full show notes at https://constantvariables.co Chat with JMG | https://jmg.mn/chat Tom Whitten on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-whitten-5857a52b0/ Michael Roth on...2024-03-2111 min
Constant VariablesHow to use dynamic links (and what to do if you have Firebase)Dynamic links are intrinsic to marketing campaigns, and Google’s discontinuation of its popular Firebase Dynamic Links tool has businesses concerned about the status of their URLs. JMG CTO, Tom Whitten, joins Michael Roth to address the implications of Firebase no longer supporting dynamic links come August 2025 and why business owners should start migrating their links to another service provider right away. **Show Links** Find full show notes at https://constantvariables.co Chat with JMG about dynamic links | https://jmg.mn/chat 2024-03-2113 min
Constant VariablesWhat can alt tags do for my website?How do alt tags work? Why are they important for a website? Can an AI tool create alt tags for you? Tom Whitten hears questions like these daily in his role as CTO of a software development company. He joins Michael Roth to explain the impact alt tags can have on SEO and when an AI tool can help implement them. **Show Links** Find full show notes at https://constantvariables.co Chat with JMG about alt tags | https://jmg.mn/chat Tom Whi...2024-03-2115 min
Constant VariablesTaking the Waiting Around Out of Inpatient Rounds with Mike Pitt of Q-roundsHow does a research project turn into a company with a story to sell? When “How does this not already exist?” is the overwhelming response to the idea. CEO Mike Pitt shares the obvious need behind the development of Q-rounds, the complications around testing a product intended for hospital use, and why he hasn’t accepted the entrepreneur label. SHOW LINKS Email Mike Pitt | mike@q-rounds.com Q-rounds.com | https://q-rounds.com/ Q-rounds on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-rounds Michael Roth on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin...2023-05-2335 min
Constant VariablesBuilding Accessible Technology with Liz Tupper of CivicActionsTechnology is a crucial component to living in today’s society, and Liz Tupper joins the show to explain why technologists like herself hold a powerful responsibility to build technology accessible to everyone. She shares how even the most well-intended software often leaves people out, what challenges come with not thinking about accessibility from the beginning, and how her career path led to the creme de la creme of impact work. **SHOW LINKS** Full show notes at https://constantvariables.co Liz Tupper on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethtupper/ Em...2023-01-1058 min
Constant VariablesOffshore vs Onshore: A Tale of Two Development Approaches with Mike Franz of inSuppliAfter working with three different overseas development teams to build out the software behind his company, Mike Franz took a different approach for the development of his company’s mobile app. Mike dives into why his experience makes him a proponent for non-technical individuals to work with local tech teams over offshore development agencies and gives advice to startup founders facing similar development challenges. SHOW LINKS 22 Questions to Ask a Development Team guide | https://jmg.mn/resources inSuppli website | https://insuppli.com Manufacturing Power website | https://manufacturingpower.com Mik...2022-12-2047 min
Constant VariablesBringing Balance Back to Vertigo Sufferers with Kristy Carabello of Vertige.appThe Vertige App is helping individuals with vertigo by using habit tracking to identify trends and recognize potential triggers. Kristy Carabello is founder of Vertige, and a vertigo sufferer herself, and she shares why she made the leap into building a mobile app and how she did so without a technical background. **Show Links** Full show notes | https://constantvariables.co Vertige App | https://vertige.app/ Vertige on Instagram | @vertige_app Vertige on Twitter | @vertige_app Vertige on Facebook | @vertigeapp Email Kristy Carabello | kristy@vertige.app 2022-12-0844 min
Constant VariablesBuilding Tools for Everyday Investors with Ramsey Shaffer of BabblBabbl is navigating the noise of market news in order to help DIY investors stay on top of the market. Babbl Founder, Ramsey Shaffer, joins Michael Roth of The Jed Mahonis Group to explain how the technology uses sentiment tracking, why they focused on a web-only platform, and when a mobile app might come into play. SHOW LINKS Babbl’s website | https://babbl.dev Promo code for Constant Variables audience for $4/mo subscription for life is ALPHA (limited time offer) Michael Roth on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-roth-508772183/ Fu...2022-11-2246 min
Constant VariablesFinding Capital, Customers, and Talent with Frank Jaskulke of Medical AlleyThe passive aggressive nature commonly associated with Minnesotans isn’t prevalent when it comes to collaborating in the healthcare and technology sectors of the state. Frank Jaskulke joins Michael Roth of The Jed Mahonis Group to share how Medical Alley invests in the growth of not only its members but its employees (himself included), and why the community here is different from that famous place of innovation on the West Coast. **SHOW LINKS** Full show notes at https://constantvariables.co Medical Alley website | https://medicalalley.org Frank Jaskulke on Lin...2022-11-0837 min
Constant VariablesPeace of Mind in the Palm of Your Hand with Joe Meyers of The Vitals AppThe Vitals App is bridging communication with a mobile app that aids first responders, caregivers, and self-advocates during an emergency. Vitals CMO Joe Meyers joins Michael Roth of The Jed Mahonis Group to explain how the technology works, how restraint can actually move you forward when building tech, and how he prioritizes feature feedback for the development team. **SHOW LINKS** Full show notes | https://constantvariables.co Email Joe Meyers | joe@thevitalsapp.com Joe Meyers on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemeyers19/ Download The Vitals App on iOS...2022-10-2554 min
Constant VariablesFair Chances for People, Planet, and Technology with Sam Drong of RepoweredRepowered (formerly Tech Dump and Tech Discounts) is a local industry leader in electronics recycling and refurbishing, and their Senior Director of ITAD Processing, Sam Drong, joins the show to share what fair chances for people, planet, and technology look like. **SHOW LINKS** Repowered’s website | https://getrepowered.org Sam Drong on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/samdrong/ Michael Roth on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-roth-508772183/ Follow The Jed Mahonis Group on LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/company/the-jed-mahonis-group Full show notes | https://constantvariables.co 2022-10-1145 min
Constant VariablesWhat App Owners Need to Know about iOS 16 and Android 13 with Rob Bentley of The Jed Mahonis GroupOG podcast contributor, Rob Bentley, returns to the show to break down how Apple and Google’s newest operating systems will impact app owners. In this episode, you will learn: Android 13's changes for handling sensitive data within apps Push notification permission requirements for Android apps Why iOS 16 is requiring apps to have permission to access users’ pasteboards Lock screen widget customizations for iOS apps How iOS apps will be able to better integrate with Siri How iOS apps can take advantage of Apple Wallet changes Updates to in-app purchases for iOS apps How many operating syst...2022-09-2722 min
Constant VariablesGetting the Right People in the Room with Tim Schuster of Popup Think TankConnecting with curiosity led Tim Schuster to found a church, which then evolved into a business to help other founders. He joins Michael Roth of The Jed Mahonis Group to talk about how his company, Popup Think Tank, is helping founders get to the next level. He shares why it’s never too soon for feedback, how to foster better conversation, and what leads to a productive community event (and why you should avoid hosting hybrid ones). What makes Popup Think Tank different from other community events? Listen in and attend one yourself at...2022-09-1338 min
Constant VariablesConstant Variables Host HandoffTim Bornholdt hands over hosting duty to Michael Roth, but not first without taking a trip down memory lane. Tim shares how Constant Variables and The Jed Mahonis Group are related, what his most memorable development project is, and what his first question is when approached about building an app, before signing off with an update on his passion project and Iowa-sized fitness goal. **SHOW LINKS** Show notes | https://constantvariables.co Tim Bornholdt on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbornholdt/ Tim Bornholdt's website | https://timbornholdt.com/ Mic...2022-09-0632 min
Constant VariablesServerless: Oofda! with Bryson Tyrrell of Jamf and AJ Stuyvenberg of DatadogIf the term “Serverless,” has you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you, where Bryson Tyrrell and AJ Stuyvenberg prove why they’re serverless subject matter experts. **SHOW LINKS** AJ on Twitter | https://twitter.com/astuyve Bryson on Twitter | https://twitter.com/bryson3gps Serverless MN Meetup | https://www.meetup.com/Serverless-MN/ Connect with The Jed Mahonis Group on LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/company/the-jed-mahonis-group Show notes | https://constantvariables.co Chat with The Jed Mahonis Group about your app dev questions | https://jmg.mn Are you...2022-06-0754 min
Constant VariablesAPIs: Oofda! with Eric Caron of Caribou CoffeeIf the term “API,” has you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you. Eric Caron, Senior Director of Digital Experience at Caribou Coffee, is back to talk nerdy with us about APIs. To get to the very core of what an API is, Eric uses examples of APIs we use daily (and probably never realized). He explains why APIs need good documentation, why an API should (and shouldn’t) be public, and why an API management solution should be utilized. If you’re looking to learn more about APIs after listening to this...2022-05-2453 min
Constant VariablesAgile: Oofda! with Sarah Peete of MentorMateIf the term “Agile” has you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you. Tim Bornholdt chats with expert project and product manager, Sarah Peete, about the nuances between project management methodologies. **SHOW LINKS** Sarah Peete on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-peete-5117057/ Cprime | https://www.cprime.com/product-agility/ Project Management Institute | https://www.pmi.org/ Rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts | https://constantvariables.co/review Connect with The Jed Mahonis Group on LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/company/the-jed-mahonis-group Show notes | https://co...2022-05-1744 min
Constant VariablesAI, ML and DL: Oofda! with Slater Victoroff of Indico DataIf the terms “Artificial Intelligence,” “Machine Learning,” and “Deep Learning” have you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you. Tim Bornholdt chats with Indico Data’s Slater Victoroff about these emerging technologies and best use-cases for the future. **SHOW LINKS** Indico Data | https://indicodata.ai/ Slater on Twitter | https://twitter.com/sl8rv Slater.website | https://www.slater.website/ The Toaster Project | http://www.thetoasterproject.org/ Cassie Kozyrkov, Chief Decision Scientist at Google, on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kozyrkov/ Rate and review the...2022-05-1044 min
Constant VariablesQuantum Computing: Oofda! with Alexander Braun of Duesseldorf University of Applied SciencesIf the term quantum computing has you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you. Tim Bornholdt chats with Alexander Braun, Professor of Physics at Duesseldorf University of Applied Sciences, about how to understand current and future capabilities of quantum computers. **SHOW LINKS** Beyond Weird by Philip Ball | https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07H9HNDYL&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_FC3BQ0HG9PB0C6KT2FZ1 Factfulness by Hans Rosling | https://www.amazon.com/Factfulness-Reasons-World-Things-Better/dp/1250107814 Alex Braun on Link...2022-04-2658 min
Constant VariablesTechnical Recruitment Trends and Tips with Hannah Staal of Open Systems TechnologiesWhat should be in your design or Github portfolio if you’re job hunting? What are the hardest technical roles to fill if you’re hiring? OST Senior Recruiter Hannah Staal joins the show to share how the technical recruitment landscape has changed, why to be mindful of mid-level career changes, and what recruiters are looking for in an applicant’s portfolio. **SHOW LINKS** OST’s website | https://www.ostusa.com/ Hannah Staal on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahstaal1/ Rate and review the show on Apple Podca...2022-04-1940 min
Constant VariablesLanding Your First Job as a Developer with William Bushee of MarketBeatThe tech job market is booming, but the fundamentals of getting hired haven’t changed all that much. William Bushee wrote the book for how to land that first job as a developer (literally, it’s called “Wired For Coding: How to Stand Out from the Crowd and Land Your First Job as a Developer.”) Will joins Tim on the show to talk about the challenges of today’s job market for both the employer and the job seeker and explains how to bridge the gap to be a win on both sides. **SHOW LINKS** MarketBeat...2022-04-1257 min
Constant VariablesAccount Deletion in Apps: What You Need to Know About Apple’s Latest RequirementIf you have an app on the App Store that allows users to create an account, then by June 30, 2022, users must be able to easily delete their account from within the app as well. In this episode, Tim and Jenny break down everything you need to know about Apple’s account deletion requirement. **SHOW LINKS** JMG Business Development Representative job posting | https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2990387002/ Deadline for in-app purchase and account deletion requirements extended | https://developer.apple.com/news/?id=i71db0mv C...2022-04-0524 min
Constant VariablesSlowing Down to Move Fast with Kelvin Johnson of Brevity Pitch AIMerging two companies is hard work, even for someone seasoned in the practice of overseeing acquisitions. Managing a migration for the first time, however, while maintaining key employees and 95% of clients? That wins gold in the M&A Olympics (which totally exist). CEO (and M&A gold medalist) Kelvin Johnson joins the show to share how his experience leading a M&A in only 27 days took years off his life, how fundraising has changed over the last few years, and how he found a gap in the market for helping entrepreneurs perfect their pitch. **SHOW...2022-03-2948 min
Constant VariablesBuilding a “Simple” App with Megan Hanson of Little Free LibraryYou know those adorable book-sharing boxes you see around neighborhoods? The organization behind them is Little Free Library, and they just made it easier, and even more fun, to find and share books with the launch of their mobile app. Megan Hanson, Senior Digital Producer at Little Free Library, joins the show to share how the journey of building a “simple” app took a lot of hard work for this non-profit team. **SHOW LINKS** Download the Little Free Library app | https://littlefreelibrary.org/app/ Little Free Library’s website | https://littlefreelibrary.org/ 2022-03-2245 min
Constant VariablesWeb 3.0: Oofda! with Chase Thompson of ArenaIf the terms “Web 3.0,” “Ethereum,” and “Metaverse” have you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you. Tim Bornholdt chats with Arena’s Chase Thompson about what makes up the next generation of web and how this cutting-edge technology will become the foundation of applications in almost all fields. **SHOW LINKS** Arena website | https://arena.gl/ Arena on Twitter | https://twitter.com/ArenaGL Arena on Discord | https://discord.com/invite/aar Blockchain & Crypto: Oofda! with Chase Thompson of Arena | https://constantvariables.co/episodes/104 Rate and review the s...2022-03-1528 min
Constant VariablesSoftware Dependencies: Oofda! with Jason Walker of American AirlinesIf terms like software dependency, open source, and InnerSource have you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you. Tim Bornholdt chats with Jason Walker, Director of Technology at American Airlines, about how software dependencies work like Lego pieces and how we all rely on them to get our jobs done. **SHOW LINKS** Follow Jason Walker on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/desktophero/ What Happens When | https://github.com/alex/what-happens-when JMG Tech Glossary | https://jmg.mn/glossary JMG Pricing Page | https...2022-03-0849 min
Constant VariablesNDA, IP, & Patent: Oofda! with Susan Markey of Maslon LawIf terms like “NDA,” “IP,” and “Patent” have you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you. Legal jargon like this is prominent in the tech space, and knowing when (and if) you need protection can be confusing. In this episode, Tim Bornholdt chats with dynamic business attorney Susan Markey about when and where NDAs and patents play a role in protecting intellectual property. **SHOW LINKS** USPTO.gov Fundamentals for Entrepreneurs | https://www.uspto.gov/learning-and-resources/inventors-entrepreneurs-resources University of Michigan College of Engineering Center for Entrepreneurs...2022-03-0142 min
Constant VariablesRobotics: Oofda! with Aaron Oesterreich and Katie Youtsos of UseabotIf you've ever heard a technical buzzword like "robotics" and uttered "Oofda", this episode is for you. Okay, maybe you aren't Minnesotan, so your expression of confusion is more like "Huh" or "What", but robotics is one of those buzzwords that gets thrown around a lot in the tech world, and it's a fractured space that can be overwhelming to get started in. In this episode, Tim Bornholdt chats with Useabot's Aaron Oesterreich and Katie Youtsos about what makes up the complex field of robotics and how it relates to everyday life and business. 2022-02-2245 minConstant VariablesBlockchain & Crypto: Oofda! with Chase Thompson of ArenaIf the terms “Blockchain” and “Cryptocurrency” have you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you. Okay, maybe you aren't Minnesotan, so your expression of confusion is more like "Huh" or "What", but digital currencies can be hard to wrap your head around and understanding the basics is essential for understanding progress in the space. In this episode, Tim Bornholdt and Arena’s Chase Thompson go back to basics about what makes up the digital world of crypto and how it’s shaping life and business as we know it. **SHOW LINKS** The Internet of Money | https://theinternetofmoney.info/ ...2022-02-0834 min
Constant VariablesWalk and Talk with Mick White of the 100 Year ManifestoIn the most Minnesotan podcast ever recorded, Mick White joins Tim Bornholdt for a walk and talk along St. Paul’s riverbanks on a snowy, below-zero December day. The crunch of snow underfoot and gusts of wind coming off the water have nothing on the warmth radiating from Mick’s personal journey that led to his creation of the 100 Year Manifesto. He shares how his framework for being helps people live with more intentionality, why we should only be competing against our best selves, and how his six year old has a Rolodex envious of most entrepreneurs. 2022-02-0158 min
Constant VariablesAll-In-One Web Apps with Tom Spaniol of ZenLord ProSome of the best innovations are born out of frustration, which was the case for the founders of the property management software company, ZenLord Pro. CEO Tom Spaniol chats with Tim Bornholdt about running a software company without a technical background, building a web app over a mobile app, wanting others in his space to succeed, and how the most important meetings can happen on a pontoon boat. **SHOW LINKS** ZenLord Pro website | https://www.zenlordpro.com/ Rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts | https://constantvariables.co/review Fo...2022-01-2548 min
Constant VariablesEducator-First Technology with Paul Johansen of EdmentumEducation technology should be intuitive and easy to use, and Edmentum’s Chief Technology Officer, Paul Johansen, joins the show to share how they’re working to save educators time, not take more of it. Paul chats with Tim Bornholdt of The Jed Mahonis Group about how emerging technologies are being implemented in education (and the privacy concerns that go along with it), how feedback and stakeholder buy in fuel innovation, and the challenges and benefits of dispersed technical teams. **SHOW LINKS** Edmentum website | https://www.edmentum.com/ Rate and review the s...2022-01-1852 min
Constant VariablesThe Team Behind Constant VariablesMeet the people and business behind Constant Variables as the mic gets flipped on show host, Tim Bornholdt. **SHOW LINKS** Rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts | https://constantvariables.co/review Connect with Tim Bornholdt on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbornholdt/ Connect with Jenny Karkowski on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennykark/ Connect with Jordan Daoust on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-daoust-b55a53b5/ Send a guest recommendation for Constant Variables | hello@constantvariables.co Chat with The Jed Mahonis Grou...2022-01-0447 min
Constant VariablesMixing Business with Podcasts with Ryan Estes of KitcasterWherever entrepreneurs are in their journey, podcasts can take them further, whether as a guest or a host. Ryan Estes, co-founder of Kitcaster, joins Tim Bornholdt of The Jed Mahonis Group to chat about why podcasting is the Trojan horse of marketing for startups, how audience quality over quantity results in conversions, and why everyone should sit down with a couple friends, grab a bottle of wine, and start a podcast. **SHOW LINKS** Kitcaster.com | https://kitcaster.com/ Rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts | https://constantvariables.co/review Connect wi...2021-12-2155 min
Constant VariablesUncovering Bias in Algorithms with Eri O’Diah of SIID TechnologiesWith increasing awareness around diversity, equity and inclusion, there’s a greater need to improve conversations on difficult topics. Eri O’Diah joins the show to talk about how her involvement with the Superbowl in Minnesota led to her creation of the “Grammarly of bias”. She shares how her company, SIID Technologies, is harnessing the intuitive power of machine learning to build tools that facilitate better understanding of all groups and how privacy and health concerns correlate with training an effective model. **Show Links** SIID Technologies | https://siid.ai/ Rate and review th...2021-12-0758 min
Blossoming Technologist24. Mobile Development & Necessary Soft Skills with Tim BornholdtWhat are the unique challenges of building a mobile app? Which soft skills are essential for developers?
Learn from Tim Bornholdt, an entrepreneur, developer, and podcaster based out of Minneapolis. Tim is the co-founder and partner at The Jed Mahonis Group, a tech agency that builds custom iOS and Android software for businesses. His podcast, Constant Variables, is a show that explains app development without technical jargon.
In this episode, we talk about mobile development as well as soft skills as a developer. We start with Tim's journey from buying the first iPhone to learning...2021-11-2943 min
Constant VariablesEmpowering Underestimated Innovators with Nick Tietz of ILT AcademyNot everything needs to be big to be big. ILT Academy Founder, Nick Tietz, is proving that with the impact his startup program is having on underserved markets. Nick joins the show to chat about building up communities of underestimated entrepreneurs, embracing failure as a way to learn, and getting deliverables to customers early and often at the lowest fidelity possible. **Show Links** ILT Academy | https://iltacademy.io/ Nick Tietz on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-tietz/ Rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts | https://constantvariables.co...2021-11-2354 min
Constant VariablesAdvocating for Junior Developers with Joe Karlsson of SingleStoreThe job market for mid-to-senior level software engineers is booming, so where does that leave developers who are just getting started? Software engineer turned developer advocate, Joe Karlsson of SingleStore, chats with Tim Bornholdt of The Jed Mahonis Group about why it’s challenging to land that first job after bootcamp, where junior developers have the most value, and what others in the industry can do to support juniors. **Show Links** Rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts | https://constantvariables.co/review Connect with Tim Bornholdt on LinkedIn | https://www.lin...2021-11-1657 min
Constant VariablesEasier Software Integrations with Michael Zuercher of PrismaticGetting data to talk is harder than it should be. That’s why Michael Zuercher co-founded Prismatic, a complete embedded iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) solution for B2B software teams. Michael joins the show to chat about why software companies should use an iPaaS provider over building an integration internally, what he’s taken away from growing a startup during a pandemic, why rewriting code is often better than starting from scratch, and what makes acquisitions work. **Show Links** Things You Should Never Do by Joel Spolsky | https://www.joelonsoftware.com/2000/04/06/thin...2021-11-0951 min
Constant Variables94: Startup Mentality, API Management, and Corporate Apps with Eric Caron of Caribou CoffeeIf there’s a record for the most analogies used in a podcast, this one might break it. Eric Caron, Senior Director of Digital Experience at Caribou Coffee, and Tim Bornholdt of The Jed Mahonis Group use their analogy-making skills to break down how startup mentality works in corporate settings, why non-technical people should care about APIs, and how there’s value, not shame, in retiring legacy apps. **Show Links** CIO Review Article “Is Your App Sparking Joy?” | https://www.cioreview.com/cxoinsight/is-your-app-sparking-joy-nid-28566-cid-19.html Eric Caron on Twitter | https://twitter.com/ecaron 2021-10-2655 min
Constant VariablesBridging the Bank-Fintech Partnership Gap with Trent Sorbe of Central PaymentsTrent Sorbe, President of Central Payments and Founder of Falls Fintech, joins the show to chat about why banks should become more like utility companies and focus on enabling experiences. He shares how his company’s accelerator is helping early-stage fintech startups, why they created a banking-as-a-service open API, and how mature banks and fintechs can best partner to build better customer experiences. **Show Links** Central Payments | https://www.central-payments.com/ FinTech Brews Podcast | https://fintechbrewsnews.sounder.fm/ Falls Fintech | https://www.fallsfintech.com/ Rate and review the...2021-10-1242 minConstant VariablesThe Role of Tech in Smart Cities with Mike Grisby of the City of Sioux FallsThe term “smart city” may have you imagining The Jetsons’ flying cars and Skypad apartments, but Director of Innovation and Technology at the City of Sioux Falls, Mike Grigsby, joins the show to talk about why technology *isn’t* part of his definition of a smart city. He explains why cities need someone internally to champion innovation, why data is a major pillar of a connected community, and how smart city technologies impact everyone, either directly or indirectly. **Show Links** Mike Grigsby on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikegrigsby/ City of Sioux Falls Inn...2021-09-2859 minConstant VariablesNative App, Hybrid App, & PWA Battle Royale with Austin Betzer of Strides DevelopmentOne of the first decisions to make when building a mobile product is to determine which technology it will be built on. Austin Betzer from Stride Development joins the show to discuss high level differences between native apps, hybrid apps, and PWAs (progressive web apps) then dives into the benefits and limitations of each before ending with his (slightly biased) recommendation on which technology is best for developing apps. **Show Links** Strides Development website | https://www.strides.dev Austin Betzer on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/betzeraustin/ How to Build an...2021-09-1459 minConstant VariablesModerating Digital Toxic Waste with Chris Wexler of KrunamLast year alone, over 60 million incidents of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) were reported online. Social enterprise Krunam is stopping that cycle of abuse with its breakthrough platform. Krunam CEO, Chris Wexler, joins the show to talk about how technologies like computer vision and deep learning are aiding content moderators in identifying and removing CSAM from the internet, how social algorithms incent the distribution of harsh content, and why it’s also important we don’t create an Internet that’s entirely encrypted. Note: This episode contains discussions around child sexual abuse. **Show Links...2021-08-3156 minConstant VariablesThe Art and Science of Data with Solomon Anderson, Infrastructure EngineerThink globally. Act locally. Infrastructure Engineer, Solomon Anderson, joins the show to chat about how data operates, the art over science of balancing new features with supporting existing infrastructure, and the vast environmental impact of something as miniscule as open browser tabs on our laptops. **Show Links** Solomon Anderson on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/solomonranderson/ Solomon Anderson on Twitter | https://twitter.com/1991DBA JMG Careers Page | https://jmg.mn/careers Connect with Tim Bornholdt on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbornholdt/ Chat with The Jed Mahonis Gro...2021-08-1755 min
Constant VariablesMobile App Project Management with Renae Livingston of Profile by SanfordOrganizations that implement project management methodology see a 70% increase in success rates. Profile by Sanford’s Director of Project Management, Renae Livingston, joins the show to talk about how to effectively manage large technical projects, and how cost, bandwidth, and capabilities factor into hiring a development team. **Show Links** Email Renae | renaeliving@gmail.com JMG Careers Page | https://jmg.mn/careers Email careers@jmg.mn Connect with Tim Bornholdt on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbornholdt/ Chat with The Jed Mahonis Group about your app dev ques...2021-08-031h 10
Constant VariablesEmpowering the People Who Make Software with Yash Khandor of Mark43Empowering the people making software is as important as the people using it. Yash Khandor is an engineering manager with a passion for mentorship. He joins the show to talk about the intangible traits of great developers, how *not* to hire developers, how to keep up with tech changes, and how to find software jobs that are less obvious. **Show Links** Connect with Yash Khandor on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/yashkhandor/ MentorCruise | https://mentorcruise.com/mentor/yashkhandor/ Plato | https://www.platohq.com/mentors/yash-khandor-1635369491 Mark43 | https://www.mark...2021-07-2058 min
Constant VariablesMarketing B2B Tech Companies with J.C. Granger of Infinity Marketing GroupManaging expectations builds trust. J.C. Granger of Infinity Marketing Group joins the show to talk about the dangers of user data not being siloed, where software companies struggle the most when it comes to marketing, and how to break into new markets, but not without first sharing how he once smothered a computer with a pillow to get online. **Show Links** Infinity Marketing Group | https://infinitymgroup.com J.C. Granger on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcgranger/ Email J.C. at jc@infinitymgroup.com The Future of Biz...2021-07-131h 14
Constant VariablesBundling vs Ondemand with Sam Lerdahl of PikupStability isn’t a growth hack. Sam Lerdahl is Head of Product at Pikup, a neighbor-powered delivery app that pivoted its strategy during the pandemic. Sam joins the show to talk about being a young entrepreneur, when *not* to build an app, how to change user behavior, and why the era of “We’ll make money later” is coming to an end (sigh of relief.) **Show Links** Follow Sam on Twitter | https://twitter.com/samldahl Follow Sam on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/samldahl/ Email Sam | sam@pikup.io Pikup...2021-07-061h 02
Constant VariablesForming the Tele-Legal Avengers with Jazz Hampton of TurnSignlDo good by doing well. The new social enterprise taking that to heart with a first of its kind tele-legal service is TurnSignl, with an on-demand app that facilitates and records real-time interactions between drivers and law enforcement during traffic stops. CEO and General Counsel Jazz Hampton joins the show to chat about building the bike as they were riding it, and how investors, individuals, companies, media, and police officers are responding to their service. **Show Links** TurnSignl’s website | https://turnsignl.com Contact Jazz | info@turnsignl.com JMG Care...2021-06-2955 min
Constant VariablesAIoT and the Future of Business with Justin Grammens of Lab651Businesses who aren’t exploring smart technologies will eventually go the way of the dinosaurs. Justin Grammens is an expert on IoT, AI, and where the two meet. He joins the show to chat about how and why businesses should start exploring these emerging technologies and where they’re making the most impact. **Show Links** JustinGrammens.com | http://justingrammens.com/ Justin Grammens on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/justingrammens/ Lab651 | https://lab651.com/ Emerging Technologies North | https://www.emtechnorth.org/ Conversations on Applied AI Podcast | https://podcast...2021-06-2252 min
Constant VariablesBuilding for a Tech-Enabled World with Howard Tiersky of FROM.DigitalDigital transformation looks a lot different for today’s companies than it did in the 90’s. Howard Tiersky, founder of digital transformation agency FROM, joins the show to chat about the rapid evolution of technological innovations, how organizations can shift their mindset to the “new normal,” how solving customer pain points leads to competitive differentiation, and how to balance cost and thoroughness when conducting customer research. **Show Links** Howard Tiersky on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiersky/ FROM, The Digital Transformation Agency | https://from.digital Winning Digital Customers: The Antidote to Irrelev...2021-06-1549 min
Constant VariablesAnytime, Anywhere Access with Casey Gordon of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s UniversitySpearheading IT departments of higher education institutions was a harried job even before a global pandemic. Casey Gordon, Chief Information Officer at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University, joins the show to chat about balancing IT priorities, gaining cooperation amongst diverse stakeholders, preventing social engineering attacks, and how an IT department can support the mission of the organization. **Show Links** Casey Gordon on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseyjogordon/ Women of Influence Summit | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-of-influence-summit-2021-tickets-153053634541 College of Saint Benedict and Saint John...2021-06-0853 min
Constant VariablesEthical, Responsible, and Sustainable Tech with Tim Frick of MightybytesStakeholders over shareholders is the B Corp motto changing the world for the better. The growing B Corp movement is touching every industry, and Tim Frick of Mightybytes joins the show to talk about how companies around the world are coming together to make the Internet more sustainable. **Show Links** Mightybytes website | https://www.mightybytes.com/ Sustainable Web Design website | https://SustainableWebDesign.org EcoGrader tool | https://ecograder.com/ Wholegrain Digital website | https://wholegraindigital.com Constant Variables Episode with Tom Greenwood of Wholegrain Digital | https://constantvariables.co/episodes/74 ...2021-06-0145 min
Constant VariablesBalancing Managerial and Technical Responsibilities with Anand Safi of Mark43Not all software engineers want to become engineering managers. Anand Safi is an Engineering Manager at Mark43, and while his career journey from software engineer to software manager was rather intentional, he joins the show to chat about other options for promoting your best engineers. He also shares how Toastmasters helped him become a more empathetic speaker, how to deal with non-technical bosses, and how companies can keep their metaphorical plates spinning while adding more. **Show Links** Anand Safi on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/anandsafi Mark43 website | https://www...2021-05-2550 min
Constant VariablesHow to Make Subscriptions Work for Your App with Dan Burcaw of Nami MLIn an era of subscription overload, apps with subscription revenue models have their work cut out for them acquiring (and retaining) subscribers. That’s why Dan Burcaw founded Nami ML, a machine-learning company focused on helping app developers grow mobile subscription businesses by reducing churn and focusing on the core user experience. Dan joins the show to share his insights on the plight of a subscription-fatigued economy, how data collection and user privacy don’t have to be enemies, and how the app landscape has changed since the launch of the App Store in 2008.2021-02-231h 02
Constant VariablesUnpacking the Myth of the Tech Genius with Shawn Livermore, Author of Average Joe: Be the Silicon Valley Tech GeniusAre the tech geniuses behind the likes of Uber, Facebook, or Groupon born with a magic dust that’s contributed to their success? Short answer: No. However, global fascination of these companies has created a dangerous barrier of entry into the tech industry. Software engineer, consultant, and tech startup founder Shawn Livermore is dispelling the myth of the tech genius with his best-selling book, Average Joe. Shawn joins the show to breakdown how the idolization of tech geniuses has shaped the tech industry and how tech is actually made by everyday people, how communicating complexity can be more powerful th...2021-02-1652 min
Constant VariablesBoosting Product Adoption with Video with Erica Hanna of Puke Rainbows CreativeWhen life gives you rain, puke a rainbow. That’s the motto of Erica Hanna, Emmy Award winner and owner of Puke Rainbows Creative. Erica joins the show to chat about the power of video for a business, and the role it can play in getting people to adopt a product or new way of working. She shares tips on how to use video to establish the voice of your business and tells some fun stories along the way, from the origin of her unique company name to her uplifting experience working with Prince.2021-02-091h 15
Constant VariablesBuilding the eBay for Knowledge with Clifton Manneh of Konduct Coach LearningClifton Manneh is on a mission to teach 100,000 youth how to code through his company Konduct Coach Learning, an edtech platform where youth and professionals gain employable skills and enhance their professional development. He joins the show to chat about how his mom’s cooking influenced his passion for community-based learning, the lessons he learned as a solo-entrepreneur, and the impact he hopes Konduct Coach Learning will have on the community.2021-02-0223 min
Constant VariablesDevelopment Milestones, Tangibles and TimelinesEver been hosed by a developer? It’s an unfortunate story we hear time and time again. Understanding the high-level milestones associated with most development projects can give you confidence in knowing your project is on the right track. In this episode, Tim chats about the tangible assets you should expect to receive at each development stage, along with a fair pace for completing each stage.2021-01-2612 min
Constant VariablesBuilding Apps with Low Code/No Code Development ToolsWith a proliferation of low code/no code development tools on the market, these platforms can be an attractive option for businesses looking to build an app quickly without the use of an experienced software developer. But these tools have their limitations. Tim chats about the benefits and challenges of this development approach to help businesses determine if low code/no code apps are the right solution for their project.2021-01-1908 min
Constant VariablesSeizing Opportunity in Podcasting with Twila Dang of Matriarch Digital MediaAudio is booming, and as more organizations recognize its value, a proliferation of podcasting tools, platforms, and shows are hitting the market every day, making a highly-accessible medium feel intimidating to noobs. Founder & CEO of Matriarch Digital Media Twila Dang is no stranger to the power of audio, and she joins the show to share how simple it is to get started with podcasting, with just a cellphone and a plan. Twila gets into the weeds of how businesses can be successful with podcasting and the doors that open when you make something you’re proud of.2021-01-121h 14
Constant VariablesMaking Email Private and Better for Everyone with Bron Gondwana of FastmailThink your email's private? Think again. Big tech email providers use your data as a way to get rich. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Fastmail CEO Bron Gondwana joins the show from the Land Down Under to chat about why “free” email isn’t free. Bron explains how email is the biggest social network in the world that isn’t ephemeral, why building digital products should align with your moral values, and how open source and open standards benefit all.2021-01-0555 min
Constant Variables2021 Tech PredictionsEvery week, millions of people come online for the first time, and how they use technology plays into the future of tech. Heading into 2021, we’re looking at how we can use tech to work together to continue to make everyone’s lives better. In this episode, Rob and Tim come together for their annual chat about technology trends for the coming year, from the breakup of tech giants, the next stage of autonomous vehicles, and machine learning in healthcare, to ultimately where companies will be investing when it comes to tech in 2021.2020-12-2936 min
Constant VariablesBuilding a Business & Community with Intention with Mike Jackson of Black Tech TalentBuilding a company comes with a learning curve for any entrepreneur. Building an app-based company as a non-technical entrepreneur can make that learning curve sharper. Mike Jackson, founder of The Premium Experience, joins the show to discuss his experience building a tech based business as a solo, non-technical founder and how it prepared him for the launch of his next company, Black Tech Talent. Mike shares what he wishes he’d known when he first had an idea and didn’t know where to start, how he pivoted his focus when the global pandemic shut down his company’s growth...2020-12-221h 21
Constant VariablesMitigating Risks in App DevelopmentMurphy's law of "Anything that can go wrong will go wrong” doesn’t exclude software development (unfortunately). In this episode, Tim outlines common risks associated with app development and how to get on the same page as your development team to have systems in place to mitigate them.2020-12-1518 min
Constant VariablesPracticing Tenacity with Eric MartellWith experience building two tech-based companies from the ground up, serial entrepreneur Eric Martell has gathered an impressive collection of analogies around succeeding in the startup space. He joins the show to chat about building his recent venture Pear Commerce, marrying product philosophy with business philosophy, hiring people who buy into your mission, investing in repeat customers over acquiring new ones, and using tech to scale, before finally nerding out with Tim over database tech.2020-12-0847 min
Constant VariablesHybrid vs. Native AppsOne of the first development decisions you’ll make when building an app is whether to build on a native platform or a hybrid platform. In this episode, Tim gets into best use cases for hybrid and native apps, along with each platform’s limitations, so you can decide the best approach for your project.2020-12-0113 min
Constant VariablesVetting a Tech Partner’s Posture with George Brooks of CremaWhen looking for a technical team for your project, you’re not asking for a product. You are asking for a relationship that results in a product. You’re not asking for lines of code. You’re asking for solutions that produce meaningful outcomes. Founder & CEO George Brooks of digital product agency Crema joins the show to discuss how to find the passion and posture of a digital agency, the no-win situation that is RFPs and why it’s important to go outside the RFP process to have a conversation, why his digital agency vets clients in return by finding...2020-11-2453 min
Constant VariablesHow Apps Use DataThere’s no such thing as a free app or website. If you’re not paying for a product, you are the product, and when it comes to “free” apps, the product is your private information. Apps collect, store, and use data in ways that are both purposeful and nefarious. In this episode, Rob and Tim chat about why apps collect data and how it’s used, how app owners can be intentional with user data, and how app users can protect their information.2020-11-1721 min
Constant VariablesHow Ideas Turn into Apps with the Team Behind the MFIP Connect AppBuilding an app isn’t just about the technology but about the lives it makes easier. Ashley Bennett, Sook Jin Ong, and Pamela McCauley share the inspiring story behind the development of the Minnesota Family Investment Program’s pilot app, MFIP Connect. They discuss the app’s powerful role as a communication tool, along with the unexpected questions around social equity it brought to the table. They dig deep into how they prioritized initial features, knowing they wouldn’t meet the needs of every user, and how feedback gave them space to innovate.2020-11-1043 min
Constant VariablesImplementing “Easy” FeaturesSome app features are seemingly easy to develop but are actually complex to implement, driving up development costs. These are features we see everyday, and therefore take for granted. Rob and Tim chat about the nuances of features like data sync, search, push notifications, in-app purchasing, messaging, and more to help you understand where to get the most value with the least amount of effort when building your product.2020-11-0325 min
Constant VariablesDelivering a Fluid User Experience in a Restaurant’s Online Ordering AppFor a restaurant, a customer leaving with a bad taste in their mouth is the ultimate faux paus. And we’re not just talking about food. A stellar user experience when ordering from a restaurant’s app can be a differentiator in this competitive industry. Rob and Tim chat about their experience building a delivery app for a Midwest pizza chain, then take a trip further down memory lane to the hip days of AOL, floppy disks, AIM, and Space Jam.2020-10-2724 min
Constant VariablesEmbracing an Innovative Culture with Stephanie Hammes-Betti of US BankWhen we put humans first, we can learn a lot. Stephanie Hammes-Betti is the Senior Vice President of Innovation Design at US Bank, and her 18-year career there has given her extensive know-how in UX/UI design, usability testing, and technology solutions. Stephanie joins the show to chat about how innovation happens within a large organization, how to go about listening to customers, and the benefits of teaching an innovative mindset to employees.2020-10-2042 min
Constant VariablesApple vs. DevelopersApple has traditionally put itself first, users second, and developers third, but some big names are going to bat for all developers in a fight against Apple’s commission rate. Tim and Rob discuss the ongoing controversies surrounding Apple and the App Store and their thoughts on how it might play out.2020-10-1325 min
Constant VariablesBuilding an App-Based Startup the “Right” Way with Tim Steele of Parrot.MDIf we were to write a playbook on how to start an app-based business, the first-time entrepreneurs behind Parrot.MD would be our case study. But every story has its conflicts. Parrot.MD’s CEO and co-founder Tim Steele joins the show to talk about the creation of the app, the role social equity plays in fundraising, and the essentiality of focus groups.2020-09-2943 min
Constant VariablesDriving Digital Transformation with People and Processes with Digital Consultant Jen SwansonEvery company thinks they’re a special snowflake, and when it comes to digital transformation, they actually are. Jen Swanson is a digital consultant who guides companies in their digital transformation journey with her philosophy of placing small bets often. In this episode, Jen breaks down how digital transformation is not just a technology integration, but a people and process integration, that ultimately delivers a more valuable customer and employee experience in every part of a business.2020-09-1558 min
Constant VariablesTips for Building Android AppsBuilding an Android app requires overcoming several idiosyncrasies. Tim and Rob share their tips for building Android apps so you can successfully navigate Google’s unique requirements. (If you’re looking for tips around building iOS apps, check out the previous episode.)2020-09-0122 min
Constant VariablesTips for Building iOS AppsThe Jed Mahonis Group has been building mobile apps since 2012, and we’ve tripped over many hurdles when launching iOS apps. Tim and Rob share their tricks of the trade for building apps specifically for iOS, so you can learn from our mistakes and successfully navigate Apple’s unique roadblocks. (And if you’re looking to build an Android app, our next episode has you covered.)2020-08-1833 min
Constant VariablesHand-Curating Your User Interface with Jeremy Sinon and William White of PodMNMinnesotans love to talk about Minnesota, and nothing proves that more than PodMN’s collection of over 760 Minnesota-focused shows. Jeremy Sinon and William White of PodMN join the show to discuss the custom podcast platform they built to help Minnesotans discover all the great audio entertainment Minnesota has to offer. They talk about what it took to build a podcasting platform from scratch, how they deal with a huge amount of data to create a curated, personal touch inside the app, why they chose to build their apps natively, and tricks they’ve learned from the radio industry on how...2020-08-0443 min
Constant VariablesFundamental Marketing Strategies for Increasing Downloads with Sean Casto of PreAppsBuilding an app is easy. Building a business is hard. Sean Casto of app marketing agency PreApps joins the show to discuss how your app’s initial success doesn’t rely on its unique features, but on how you market it and present it. Sean breaks down both organic and paid marketing strategies to grow your users and make more money, where user acquisition models play into each strategy, and how it all boils down to understanding your data.2020-07-2145 min
Constant VariablesHuman Centered Design for Simple Products with Amber Christian of Wonderly Software SolutionsWhen it comes to design, simple is not bad; simple is good. Amber Christian of Wonderly Software Solutions has worked really hard at making her product Bella Scena simple to use, and she joins the show to discuss a design process few people are talking about and even less are doing: Human Centered Design. She shares some practical applications of Human Centered Design, how continuous integration (CI) can save your developers tons of time, lessons she learned in the ERP world, what to do when you receive contradictory pieces of feedback from your users, and the pros and cons...2020-07-071h 05
Constant VariablesFrom Legos to Dopamine Rewards-Based Learning Games with Adam Gordon of Andamio GamesSolving the technical challenges to make learning fun is the specialty of Andamio Games, and its President, Adam Gordon, joins the podcast to chat about the unique infrastructure challenges educational game developers face, from funding to design to feedback. Adam shares why partnering with textbook manufacturers might not be the panacea Tim thought it would be, how to incorporate feedback from both educators and students, and what grants can do to boost your organization’s chances of success.2020-06-2359 min
Constant VariablesThe DRY Approach to Workflow Processes with Susan Boles of ScaleSparkThe “Don't Repeat Yourself” (DRY) development approach of writing code as simply as possible to make it reusable can also be applied to standardizing and automating workflows to reduce repetitive patterns. Virtual CFO and software expert Susan Boles joins the show to discuss the evolution of automating workflows and how the process doesn’t start with software. Susan shares actionable tips on where you can get started with automation, what to work on after you’ve automated the low-hanging fruit areas of your business, like onboarding and delivery, why you should work with virtual C-Level persons like CTOs and CFOs, an...2020-06-0948 min
Constant VariablesMerging Art and Science in App Development with Brad Ash of FruitfulBuilding a successful app requires both art and science work in harmony. CTO Brad Ash joins Tim on the podcast to discuss the development of Fruitful, a fertility mentorship service he co-founded with his wife. Brad chats with Tim about the personal story that led to the creation of Fruitful, how difficult it is to supervise yourself when you’re building out the software, the importance of user feedback and focusing heavily on the user’s experience, and how to give users a reason to be excited to use your app.2020-05-261h 00
Constant VariablesIs an Accelerator Program Right for Your Business with Kate Evinger of gener8tor MinnesotaAccelerator programs can have a measurable impact on your business’s growth, but when is your business ready to join one? Tim interviews Kate Evinger of gener8tor Minnesota, and she breaks down what accelerator programs can do for your business and your community, along with how to vet the right program for your business.2020-05-1232 min
Constant VariablesDisrupting Your Business for Growth with Stephanie Scheller of Grow DisruptBusiness owners often wear multiple hats, but to scale a business, you need to take off some hats, so to speak, in order to focus on growth. Tim chats with Stephanie Scheller of Grow Disrupt on the first steps to take when thinking about growing your business, how to decide what parts of the business to focus on, and how to properly use outsourcing to scale.2020-04-2843 min
Constant VariablesHow to Protect Yourself (and Your Business) Against Social EngineeringSocial engineering is a catch-all phrase to describe the various ways criminals trick you into giving them access to your system or confidential information. Because humans are prone to relying on their cognitive biases when making decisions, social engineering can be very effective. Tim talks about the most common types of social engineering attacks and some tactics to implement to ensure you stand the best chance of protecting yourself from yourself (and from your employees accidentally making a mistake).2020-04-1420 min
Constant VariablesFueling Your Passion (and Fighting your Impostor Syndrome) with Clare Stead of OliikiTim chats with Clare Stead, creator of the Oliiki app for parents! They talk about a plane ride to Zambia that altered the course of Clare’s life, the educational study that led Clare to creating Oliiki, how important marketing is to the success of an app, impostor syndrome and how to overcome it, and why you need to draw your app out on paper before you begin programming it.2020-03-3151 min
Constant VariablesAutomating Business Processes with Rhamy Alejeal of People ProcessesAutomating your business processes can save you a ton of time and money in the long run. Rhamy Alejeal joins us on this episode to discuss how you can get started with automation in your company (specifically around your HR process).2020-03-1751 min
Constant VariablesUser Privacy as a Differentiator with Adam Stone of Secure Digital SolutionsUser privacy can be a key differentiator between you and your competition. Adam Stone of Secure Digital Solutions joins us on the show to talk about several concepts around privacy, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Privacy by Design, risk management around third party dependencies, and how you can take steps in your process to ensure your user’s private information is secure.2020-03-0358 min
Constant VariablesSavon Sampson - McKesson Sales AppHow does one of the largest companies in the world get a mobile app built? Tim chats with Savon Sampson, former senior marketing director for McKesson, to find out how! They discuss her process for finding a development team, how they took the app from an idea to a real product, and what she might do differently if she were tasked with building an app today.2020-02-1842 min
Upside: The Business Growth Podcast062: Tim Bornholdt - Apps in BusinessTim Bornholdt is an entrepreneur, software developer, podcaster, and the founder of The Jed Mahonis Group. There, Tim specializes in helping businesses to strategize, design, develop, and deploy custom iOS and Android mobile application systems that optimize a business's processes and improve their bottom line. Tim takes pride in not only building powerful mobile apps, but building powerful long-lasting relationships with his clients as he helps them scale, grow, and automate their businesses. The Jed Mahonis Group has been delivering custom-built iOS and Android applications to businesses of all kinds since 2012. Past applications include the Great Clips, Kwikly, and Green...2019-06-2524 min
Positive ProductivityGiving Your Business a Story to Tell and a Value to Sell with Tim Bornholdt“If you're looking to build an app, make sure that you're doing it for the right reasons… Make sure you're thinking about your end user and providing the best possible value for them, because that's going to make sure that your app is successful in the long run.” –Tim Bornholdt Meet Tim Bornholdt, an entrepreneur, a podcaster, software developer and founder of the Jed Mahonis Group, a mobile app consultancy group. If you were wondering how this man came to know so much about so much, well, let him tell you his story. Apps...2019-05-1646 min
Accelerate Your Business GrowthTurning Your Idea Into An AppTim Bornholdt shares his expertise in turning a business's offline processes into an app and using apps to more easily scale a business. Tim co-founded the Jed Mahonis Group in 2010. He helps businesses strategize and design iOS and Android mobile applications to bring products and services directly to their customers. His past application work includes Kwikly, which allows dental offices to hire qualified dentists, hygienists, and assistants, and Great Clips, an application for customers to check into salons. He is also a videographer and has had his work featured on Fox Business Channel, CNBC, and Bloomberg International!
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Liz on Biz® with Liz TheresaE120 – Tim Bornholdt – So I Have This Great Idea for an App…Tim Bornholdt is an entrepreneur, software developer, podcaster, and the founder of The Jed Mahonis Group. At The Jed Mahonis Group, Tim specializes in helping businesses to strategize, design, develop, and deploy custom iOS and Android mobile application systems that bring their products and services right to their customer’s front door. Tim got his start … Continued2019-02-1134 min
The Sassy Strategist: Build a Profitable Business and a Lifestyle You LoveHow To Scale Your Business With A Mobile App with Tim BornholdtWhen service-based business owners want to grow but they’ve maxed out the amount of time they can spend on their businesses, they look to scaling. One way to do that is to build an app that offers a perk for their client base--or saves the business owner time or money. This week on The Sassy Strategist, I’m talking with Tim Bornholdt of The Jed Mahonis Group, an agency that works with business owners on designing and developing custom mobile apps. 2019-01-3037 min
EGGS! The PodcastEGGS 083: Tim Bornholdt - Entrepreneur and founder of the Jed Mahonis GroupWelcome to another exciting edition of Eggs. Today's guest is Tim Bornholdt. Tim is an entrepreneur, software developer, videographer, and the founder of The Jed Mahonis Group. At The Jed Mahonis Group, Tim specializes in helping businesses to strategize, design, develop, and deploy custom iOS and Android mobile application systems that bring their products and services right to their customer's front door. We had a really great conversation about what it REALLY takes to develop an app from start to finish, working with Agile processes and the fact that he was once the proud owner of the largest Ralph Wiggum...2018-12-1356 min
The Business Credit and Financing ShowHow to Develop an App for Your BusinessTim Bornholdt is an entrepreneur, software developer, videographer, and the founder of The Jed Mahonis Group where he specializes in helping businesses to strategize, design, develop, and deploy custom iOS and Android mobile application systems that bring their products and services right to their customer's front door. Past applications include the Great Clips app, which allows salon customers to check into a salon, walk in, and sit down, Kwikly, a platform that lets dental offices find and hire qualified dentists, hygienists, and assistants, and Green Mill, which allows customers of the legendary Minnesota pizza chain to browse menus and...2018-11-2740 min