PODCAST · business
No Instructions
by Chad Ingram
Chad Ingram interviews founders to hear the story of how they got started. Listen as each founder shares how they quit their job, recruited early co-founders, and built a prototype. Every story is different and can teach a lesson as you build your own startup. Remember, there’s no instructions to startup success.
Episodes
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#46 - Alex Lawrence at EV Auto
Tune in to this episode of “No Instructions”, Chad sits down with Alex Lawrence, the founder of EV Auto, a unique car dealership specializing in electric vehicles. Alex shares his background from an early car detailing business to founding EV Auto, with stories of his father’s entrepreneurial...
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#45 - Dan Caffee at Voze
Join us on “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram, as he sits down with Dan Caffee, CEO of Voze, a B2B SaaS tool designed to boost productivity for field sales teams in the industrial sector. Dan shares his entrepreneurial journey from the early days of Driver Careers to co-founding Team and…
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#44 - Gentry Davies at Crew
In this episode of “No Instructions”, Chad Ingram chats with Gentry Davies, CEO and co-founder of Crew, a banking app designed to simplify finances for families. Gentry shares his journey through tech roles at Ancestry, Divvy, and beyond, and how those experiences led him to create Crew. They…
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#43 - Ethan Parker at Stick Shift
Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he sits down with Ethan Parker, the creator and host of Stick Shift. Ethan dives into his journey growing up in a military family, building businesses like Parker Planners and Giddy, and his passion for cars that started early on. He shares the ups and…
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#42 - Brad Bacigalupi at Red Wolf Technology
In this episode of No Instructions, Chad talks with Brad Bacigalupi, founder of Red Wolf Technology. Brad shares how his competitive drive, shaped by his religious upbringing, led him from playing sports in Fresno to building a company that’s redefining mobile accessories with on-demand 3D...
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#41 - Chris Mann at Goal
Join us on today’s episode of No Instructions as Chad sits down with Chris Mann, co-founder and creative director of Goal. Originally front England, Chris shares his journey from studying at BYU to launching multiple businesses, including his design agency, Goal. They dive into Chris’s passion…
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#40 - Landon Taylor at Snoball
On today’s episode of No Instructions, Chad Ingram is joined by Landon Taylor, the mastermind behind Snoball. From selling Noni juice to co-founding Skyrocket Media and launching Best Companies, Landon’s entrepreneurial journey is full of unexpected pivots. Now focused on scaling Snoball, he’s…
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#39 - Mark Walker at SuccessFund
On this episode of No Instructions, Chad Ingram chats with Mark Walker, the brains behind SuccessFund. Growing up in Provo with entrepreneurial parents, Mark’s journey from wedding videographer to Adobe employee to bootstrapping his own business is packed with twists and turns. He shares how he...
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#38 - Ken Frei at Pura
Tune in with Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as sits down with Ken Frei from Pura. Ken’s journey is filled with ups, downs, and lessons learned - from failed startups to leading product teams at top companies like Pluralsight and Pura. In this episode, Ken opens up about the challenges of...
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#37 - Creighton Green at Audience
Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he chats with Creighton Green from Audience, a groundbreaking platform revolutionizing first-party data collection. Creighton shares his unique journey from a farm in Northern Utah to co-founding a tech company, blending a rural upbringing with…
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#36 - Greg Head at Practical Founders
Join us on “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he chats with Greg Head from Practical Founders. Greg recounts his journey from working at a software retail store in the ‘80s to helping the startup act grow to 4 million users and selling it to Symantec. He shares his experience co-founding...
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#35 - Daniel Sellers at Lumio
Tune in to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he sits down with Daniel Sellers, the SVP of Product and Technology at Lumio. Daniel shares his journey from a childhood spent moving around due to his dad’s job, to discovering his passion for software development. Hear about his surprising pivot...
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#34 - Tyler Jennings at 2.0 Ventures
Join Chad on “No Instructions” as he chats with Tyler Jennings, a partner at 2.0 Ventures, about his journey from a busy childhood to leading investments in startups. Tyler shares how moving often and working hard shaped his mindset and strong work ethic. Discover his career adventures, from...
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#33 - Carine Clark at Lumio
Join us on “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram, as he sits down with Carine Clark, a seasoned leader in Utah, currently transitioning from her role as Chief Innovation Officer at Lumio to a new CEO position (stay tuned). Carine shares her journey from growing up in Germany, navigating college...
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#32 - Tyler Hall at The Rollercoaster Podcast & Tyler Hall Coaching
Tune in to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he chats with Tyler Hall, an entrepreneur who sold his company and took a step back to explore new ventures. Tyler shares his journey from a childhood hustler to a successful business founder. Tyler opens up about a challenging time in his life,...
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#31 - Jordan Comstock at BoomCloud
Welcome to “No Instructions'' with Chad Ingram! Tune in as he sits down with Jordon Comstock, Founder and CEO at BoomCloud, a company revolutionizing dental and optometry practices with membership programs. From humble beginnings managing his family’s dental lab to launching a successful tech...
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#30 - Renato Villanueva at Parallel
Tune in to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram and guest Renato Villanueva, co-founder of Parallel, a pioneering finance solution for early-stage SMBs. Renato’s journey from Peru to fintech entrepreneurship is filled with resilience and determination, shaped by his family’s immigrant experience…
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#29 - Brock Weeks at Savi Solutions
Tune in to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he sits down with Brock Weeks, CEO and founder of Savi Solutions, a video-based insights platform revolutionizing surveillance data analysis for businesses. Delve into Brock’s entrepreneurial journey, from his early experiences witnessing his...
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#28 - Babe Kilgore at Nerd
Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he delves into the entrepreneurial journey of Babe Kilgore, CEO of Nerd, a sustainable energy construction services company. Discover how Babe’s upbringing and early experiences in his stepfather’s construction business shaped his entrepreneurial spirit....
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#27 - Jimmy Rex at We Are The They
Join us on “No Instructions” with host Chad Ingram as he sits down with Jimmy Rex from “We Are The They,” a men’s coaching company dedicated to personal growth. Discover Jimmy’s inspiring journey from real estate mogul to impactful coach, as he shares insights on overcoming childhood struggles…
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#26 - Woody Klemetson at AskElephant
Tune into “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he delves into the captivating journey of Woody Klemetson from AskElephant. From humble beginnings and overcoming challenges to making impactful strides in sales at Jive and Divvy, just to name a few, Woody’s story is one of resilience and…
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#25 - Zach Barney at Mobly
Join Chad Ingram on "No Instructions'' featuring Zach Barney from Mobly. Explore Zach's remarkable journey, from harboring aspirations to work for the government to ultimately thriving in sales. Learn how Zach's pivot from his initial career path led to the creation of Mobly, your ultimate...
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#24 - Shane Rowley Nimbl
Tune into “No Instructions” hosted by Chad Ingram with guest Shane Rowley from Nimbl, a full-service accounting team for small businesses. Shane’s journey from a high school graduate with an associate’s degree to working at a public accounting firm and eventually co-founding Nimbl is full of…
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#23 - Scott Paul at Phi
Dive into “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram and today’s guest, Scott Paul, co-founder of Phi and a Utah-based VC fund partner. From selling wifi during his undergrad to successful startups like Armor Active, Scott shares his entrepreneurial journey and insights gained from investing in around 80...
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#22 - Levi Lindsay at Shyft
Tune into “No Instructions” with Chad and special guest Levi Lindsay, CMO at Shyft. Levi’s unique journey unfolds from aspiring stand-up comedian to entrepreneurship, overcoming challenges in sales and founding a video production company, Vid Army. Levi’s candid reflections on mental health and...
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#21 - Bubba Page at Influence.vc
Join Chad on the “No Instructions” podcast as he sits down with Bubba Page, the founder of Influence.vc, a unique venture capital syndicate operating on a deal-by-deal basis. Bubba’s journey from a communications major at BYU to a successful entrepreneur is both inspiring and relatable. Hear…
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#20 - Brad Parker at PrivateAuto
Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he chats with Brad Parker, CEO and Founder of PrivateAuto. PrivateAuto - think of Venmo, but for private auto sales, cutting out the middleman. Brad’s entrepreneurial journey, rooted in a family legacy of boat dealerships, took an unexpected turn from…
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#19 - Dave Oldham at Awsm
Welcome to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram! In today’s episode, we’ve got Dave Oldham, the CEO at Awsm. Awsm, akin to Venmo, but for equity distribution, is revolutionizing how companies reward and motivate external contributors. Dave’s entrepreneurial journey, from shadowing doctors to...
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#18 - Lee Chang at Ruck
Welcome to another episode of “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram. Today’s guest is Lee Chang, CEO and Co-Founder of Ruck. Lee’s journey from his parents’ real estate influence to launching his first startup in property tech is a rollercoaster of entrepreneurship. Tune in as Lee opens up about the...
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#17 - Alex Burdge at SHYFT
Welcome to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram. Today’s guest is Alex Burdge, CEO and Co-Founder at Shyft. Alex’s story begins with childhood inspiration from his talented dad, instilling the belief that the impossible is just an unexplored challenge. Tune in to unravel the journey from...
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#16 - Johnny Hanna at Funnel Leasing
Join us on “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram. Today’s guest is Johnny Hanna, CRO at Funnel Leasing, co-founder of Entrata, and founder of Homie. Ever wondered how a guy who started hustling selling baseball cards and shoveling sidewalks ended up rocking the entrepreneurial scene? Tune in as…
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#15 - Jay Davis at Pillow Cube
Get cozy with “No Instructions,” hosted by Chad Ingram. Today’s guest is Jay Davis, the brains behind Pillow Cube, the ultimate sleep solution for side sleepers. With their fantastic 24x12 inch pillows, Pillow Cube helps you find the perfect pillow thickness. Jay’s journey from college to...
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#14 - Earl Foote at Nexus IT
Welcome to “No Instructions” with your host Chad Ingram. Today, we’ve got Earl Foote, the brain behind Nexus IT. Imagine a worry-free tech world where business leaders can focus on leading, not troubleshooting. Earl’s journey from the grind of a 12-year-old cleaning butcher departments to…
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#13 - Ben Lopez at Mercato
Join us on “No Instructions” with your host Chad Ingram. This week, we’ve got Ben Lopez from Mercato Venture Partners sharing his remarkable journey from growing up in Guatemala City to becoming a senior associate at Mercato. Ben’s story takes us from his family’s move to the U.S. to his…
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#12 - Josh Little at Volley
Kick back and tune in to “No Instructions” with your host, Chad Ingram. This week, we’ve got Josh Little, the CEO at Volley, sharing his incredible journey from a small town in Michigan to the world of entrepreneurship. Josh’s path from a music teacher to e-learning in the medical field, and his...
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#11 - Brent Thompson at Blip
Welcome to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram and guest Brent Thomson, the mastermind behind Blip, a cutting-edge two-sided marketplace in the billboard industry. Blip offers a user-friendly self-serve platform, adaptable to any budget. Brent’s journey, from Southern Utah to college at Arizona...
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#10 - Kyle Muir at POWERBX.com
Join the “No Instructions” podcast with Chad Ingram as he chats with Kyle Muir with POWERBX, a workspace technology company established in 2014. Kyle’s journey has been far from straightforward, as he ventured from a restaurant-real estate hybrid to business acquisitions and even a thrilling…
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#9 - Bennett Maxwell at Dirty Dough
Join Chad Ingram as he sits down with Bennett Maxwell, CEO of Dirty Dough. From hustling at school to diving into various sales ventures, Bennett’s entrepreneurial journey is packed with valuable insights. Discover the secrets to buying a business and becoming a thriving entrepreneur.
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#8 - Tyler Babb at Labl
Join Chad Ingram on the “No Instructions'' podcast as he sits down with Tyler Babb, CEO of Labl. Tyler’s journey from mowing lawns as a teenager to pursuing dreams of becoming a day trader and even considering a career as an orthodontist is a rollercoaster of entrepreneurial inspiration. Discover...
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#7 - Scott Smith at Zight
Join Chad Ingram on the No Instructions podcast as he chats with Scott Smith, the CEO of Zight. Discover Scott’s fascinating journey from the world of finance and economics to his cross-country leap into the tech industry. Tune in to hear how Scott’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish...
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#6 - Jason Garcia at Holdings
Tune in to “No Instructions” with host Chad Ingram as he sits down with Jason Garcia, CEO of Holdings. Discover how Jason’s journey from the corporate world led him to become a successful entrepreneur, sharing insights and stories that inspire.
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#5 - Kristy Muir at Pelion Venture Partners
Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he sits down with Kristy Muir, Senior Associate at Pelion Venture Partners. Kristy shares her entrepreneurial journey, from managing multiple roles to make ends meet for her family while building and selling her startup in 2014. Tune in to learn about the...
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#4 - John Brown at Be Fulfilled
Join Chad Ingram on the No Instructions podcast as he chats with John Brown, CEO and co-founder of Be Fulfilled. From nearly missing college graduation to building a thriving business with his wife, Courtney Brown, John’s journey is both relatable and inspiring. Don’t miss out on his story and…
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#3 - Bret Larsen at eVisit
Join Chad Ingram as he chats with Bret Larsen, founder of eVisit, a healthcare tech giant. Bret speaks about the early days of eVisit and how they powered through tough times in this candid episode. Get ready for a chat about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the journey to success in the…
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#2 - Zack Oates at Ovation
Zack Oates is the founder of Ovation and shares what it's like to build a business in an ever evolving industry. Ovation recently closed a round of funding and is just getting started!
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#1 - Brandon Wright at Clientbook
Chad sits down with Brandon Wright, the CEO and Founder of Clientbook to chat about the early days of the business. Brandon share his story about leaving his job at Target to pursue a problem many retailers experience every day. As a CRM for retailers, Clientbook is using technology to help small...
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Chad Ingram interviews founders to hear the story of how they got started. Listen as each founder shares how they quit their job, recruited early co-founders, and built a prototype. Every story is different and can teach a lesson as you build your own startup. Remember, there’s no instructions to startup success.
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