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Vision With Execution
by Adam Torkildson
My name is Adam Torkildson, and I've been obsessed with the concept of turning ideas and visions into realities for the last 2 decades. Professionally, I started an advertising technology that has turned into a great source of income for myself and my family. I've met alot of interesting people along the way. I'll be interviewing them, along with alot of my family members who I work with, because I think they're awesome!
Episodes
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Why Hospital CEOs Are Falling Behind and What It Takes to Lead in the New Healthcare Reality
In this episode, I sat down with John P Carter of Pinnacle Healthcare Consulting, and honestly, this was one of those conversations where I walked away thinking differently about leadership in healthcare. I went into this wanting to understand why healthcare leadership feels strained right now…
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Exit Multiples Don’t Lie: The People Problems Private Equity Actually Prices In
This episode was one of those conversations that sounds simple… and then you realize it’s the stuff that actually decides who gets a premium multiple and who just “gets acquired.” I brought on Brian Znamirowski because he’s been inside private equity-backed companies doing the under-the-hood work...
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60 Seconds to Stop Self-Sabotage: Noelle Pikus Pace’s “No Excuses” Rule That Forces Execution
This episode was a fun one for me because Noelle Pikus Pace and I didn’t meet through business—our paths crossed through track, which made the conversation feel instantly personal. We kicked things off talking about our kids (my son serving in Frankfurt, her daughter heading to Munich), and I…
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From Bedside to Boardroom: Why Most Healthcare Startups Fail Before Execution Even Starts
This was one of those conversations where I knew about five minutes in that we were going to have to resist turning it into a two-hour episode. I brought Sabrina onto the show because her background hits a rare intersection: she’s been in the clinical trenches, she’s been burned out by the…
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Why “Computer Guy” IT Is Killing Independent Dentistry (And What to Do Instead)
In this episode of The Vision with Execution Show, I sit down with Dr. Lorne Lavine, DMD—better known as The Digital Dentist—and we talk about the thing that quietly determines whether an independent dental practice thrives or spirals: technology you can actually trust. Dr. Lavine isn’t just “the...
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Cheeseburgers, Katrina, and a Million Guests: How Ron Ladner Built Joy (and 60% Growth) Without Opening New Stores
Why Ron Ladner? I brought Ron on because I’d seen a line in his book about the “symbolic and literal role of a cheeseburger in shaping identity, comfort, and joy,” and I needed to know if that was just clever copy—or a real operating system. Spoiler: it’s the latter. From Katrina to Culture Ron...
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From Corporate Comfort to Entrepreneurial Freedom: Tom Cooke’s Roadmap to Leaving 9–5
In this episode of The Vision with Execution Show, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Tom Cooke, an entrepreneur from Leeds, UK, who has made it his mission to help people break free from the 9–5 lifestyle and step into business ownership with confidence. Tom’s journey started with what many...
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5AM, Faith & Success Patterns: How Michael Klassen Turns Mornings Into Momentum
Why 5AM Matters I launched into this episode with Michael Klassen because I love the premise of the 5AM Podcast—mornings as a launch pad. Michael grew up in a Christian farming family and eventually made TV his career, with plenty of zigs and zags along the way. That background shaped a deep...
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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Potential: Alessandro Grampa on Neurodiversity, Trauma, and True Fulfillment
In this episode of The Vision with Execution Show, I had the privilege of speaking with Alessandro Grampa, a serial entrepreneur and the founder of Whole Grain Wisdom. From the very start, our conversation was both personal and eye-opening. Alessandro and I dove into a topic that resonates with…
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Jon Cheney Built a $400 AI Startup in One Weekend That Should Have Cost $2.8M
When Jon Cheney joined me on The Vision with Execution Show, I had a feeling we were in for something different. The moment we connected, it felt like chatting with an old friend. He was relaxed, sitting on his office couch, talking about pianos, Aragorn’s sword, and his rural Utah lifestyle. Not...
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She Left Mental Health to Heal Herself; Now She’s Teaching Executives to Do the Same
In today’s episode of The Vision with Execution Show, I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Laurie Emery. From the moment our tech actually worked (which surprised both of us), I could tell this was going to be one of those meaningful, soul-level conversations. Dr. Emery shared her journey of...
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From Russian Orphan to Million-Dollar Founder: Nick Eckman's Wild Ride to Purpose and Profit
In this episode of The Vision with Execution Show, I sat down with Nicholas Eckman—a young founder whose story honestly floored me. We barely scratched the surface of what he's accomplished, but what we did get into was unforgettable. Nick grew up in a Russian orphanage until he was adopted at...
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He Built the Most Private Messaging App on Earth And It Started With a Scam Call to His Grandma
This episode almost didn’t happen. I forgot to send Tanner the recording link until 20 minutes before, and on a Friday afternoon, getting someone to respond is always a gamble. Thankfully, he jumped in mid-monologue as I rambled about my daily ritual of watching TV episodes. When Tanner popped…
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“I Am Worthless”: My Therapist Said This to Me; and What Happened Next Changed Everything
When I invited Dr. Foojan Zeine onto Vision with Execution, I thought we’d talk theory. I didn’t expect to get emotional, or go through a mini therapy session right on the show. But that’s exactly what happened, and honestly, I’m grateful it did. Dr. Zeine is a psychotherapist with over 30 years…
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He Knew I Did A Cappella?! The Most Surprising Podcast Guest I’ve Ever Had – Kevin Palmieri Delivers!
When Kevin Palmieri joined me on the show, I had no idea it would be one of the most insightful, personal, and downright fun conversations I've ever had. He opened by casually referencing my a cappella background—something no other guest has ever brought up. That immediately told me he’d done his...
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He Coaches Celebrities—But What David McKee Said About Journaling Changed My Life
In this episode of Vision with Execution, I had the privilege of speaking with David McKee—a multifaceted coach who blends business, psychology, and spirituality into a refreshingly human-centered approach. Right off the bat, I could tell this wasn’t going to be a typical coaching interview.…
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Why You’ll Never Achieve Your Vision—Unless You Use Jake Smolarek’s GPS Method
n this episode of The Vision with Execution Show, I had the pleasure of sitting down with entrepreneur and business coach Jake Smolarek. From the moment we started chatting, Jake’s bookshelf-lined background hinted at what was to come—a conversation packed with insight, experience, and actionable...
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From Cage Fighter to CEO: Tim Stout’s 7-Figure Mindset Secrets You’ve Never Heard Before
This episode with Tim Stout blew me away. I knew he had a fighter’s background, but I didn’t expect how well that mindset would translate into business. From the moment we started chatting, I could tell Tim was the kind of guy who takes full ownership—of his past, his mistakes, and especially his...
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Unlock Your Inner Wealth: How Chakras & Mindset Can Skyrocket Your Success (No Woo-Woo Required!)
Today’s conversation with Ash Shukla honestly blew my mind. We kicked things off lightheartedly, with Ash suggesting I should try wearing a kurta—might need to give that a shot! But then we quickly dove into some seriously deep territory. Ash shared his journey into mindset coaching, and it…
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Bubba Page: dad of 8, entrepreneur, investor, and a man on a mission to bring people closer to Christ
I’ll be honest, when I hit record for this conversation with Bubba Page, I had no idea we’d go as deep as we did. What started as a casual catch-up turned into one of the most honest discussions I’ve had about life, faith, coaching, and becoming our best selves. Bubba is not only a wildly...
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From Mom to Tech Entrepreneur: Brittany Hansens' Bold Vision for 2025
Welcome back to The Vision with Execution Show! I’m Adam Torkildson, and today’s episode is packed with inspiration, strategy, and a little bit of surprise. My guest, Brittany Hansen, is a powerhouse—balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. She’s on a mission to change the...
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Breaking the Cycle: A Deep Dive into Fear, Love, and Transformation
Adam: Hey everyone, welcome back. I have to be honest—this is one of the most important conversations I’ve ever had, and I want to take you inside the experience as it unfolded. Because what started as a simple check-in turned into a deep confrontation with fear, love, and personal…
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She Survived the Apocalypse—And Here’s How You Can Too!
On this episode of Vision with Execution, we go deep into what it really means to be ready for disaster—whether it’s a wildfire, a power grid failure, or, as I often think about, the biblical end times. Jennifer doesn’t just preach survival—she’s lived through family members losing everything…
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Why Being a Mentor Changes YOUR Life More Than Theirs – The Secret No One Talks About!
1308"> Coaching is transactional—you pay someone to help you achieve a specific goal. Mentorship is transformational—it’s about giving without expecting anything in return. This distinction really resonated with me because, through my own experiences in addiction recovery, I’ve seen firsthand how...
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This 7-Level System Can Predict Human Behavior (And It Blew My Mind!)
I had no idea what I was walking into when I invited Jim Marshall onto my podcast. The guy claimed to have discovered a system—a mathematically structured framework—that could explain and predict human behavior. I’d heard a lot of big claims before, but this one? It sounded like something…
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The 300-Contact Miracle: Jared Rohatinsky's Secret 2025 Blueprint Revealed!
I opened the show with my signature relaxed style—greeting Jared warmly and double-checking our audio setup with a bit of playful banter about AirPods versus my “best lighting” in the basement. I quickly recapped the no-frills format of my show: one-take recordings, quick edits, and a live push…
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I Got SPAMMED by a Mentee?! 😳 | Vision, Hustle & The Secret to Real Success w/ Carrie Loranger
I sat down with marketing expert and entrepreneur Carrie Loranger, who went from struggling to afford groceries (while working a Fortune 500 job!) to building multiple successful businesses and mentoring others to do the same. She breaks down the TRUTH about side hustles, the #1 mistake new...
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Cort Brady, Founder and CEO of Covalent, Vision with Execution
When I hit record on my podcast, I never know exactly how the conversation will flow, and that’s the way I like it. My guest today, Cort Brady, was dialing in from Draper, Utah, just about 20 minutes from me in American Fork. I could tell right away we were going to have a natural, laid-back...
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Ryan Di Lello, IdeaWins CMO, Vision With Execution
Ryan shares his journey from rollerblading and competing in ballroom dance to performing on So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing with the Stars, and even Broadway. He breaks down the three-step visualization process he used to go from struggling in competitions to becoming a national finalist. We...
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Romney Williams, CEO of DRYOUT, Vision With Execution
Welcome back to The Vision with Execution Show! I’m Adam Torkildson, and this is my twelfth episode. Today, I’m joined by Romney Williams, CEO of DryOut. We first connected a few months ago through CEO.com, thanks to AI matchmaking us as two guys who should have a conversation. Turns out, the AI...
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Michelle B Griffin, Female Personal Branding Specialist, Vision With Execution
This episode of The Vision with Execution Show is a milestone for me as I welcome my first female guest, Michelle B. Griffin, a best-selling author, branding expert, and passionate advocate for visibility and empowerment. We dive deep into AI’s role in content creation, the importance of personal...
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Jamie Shanks, CEO of GetLevrg, Vision With Execution
The conversation kicks off with Jamie briefly pausing to process a sales lead—an authentic moment that underscores his sales-driven mindset. Adam introduces the theme of the podcast, which centers on defining a vision and executing it effectively, and asks Jamie about his vision for 2025. Jamie...
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Jeremiah Smith, CEO of SimpleTiger, Vision With Execution
In this episode of Vision with Execution, host Adam Torkildson sits down with Jeremiah Smith, CEO of Simple Tiger, to discuss vision, execution, connection, AI, and the importance of family in business. The conversation starts lightheartedly with talk about favorite treats (chocolate and cookies)...
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Paul Allen, SOAR AI Studio, Vision With Execution
Paul 'AI' Allen is the founder of Ancestry.com and several other companies. He is currently building SOAR AI Studio which builds fast growing portfolio companies built on a common core of AI technology in specific verticals to uplift humanity. Learn more at Soar.com
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Ramon Somoza, Founder of Bring Back Lincoln Project
Ramon is an attorney, real estate investor, patriot, former athlete, and is hoping to get married this year! We briefly talk about his vision for 2025, personally and professionally. He's planning on building a hotel in Lincoln's birthplace, Hodgenville Kentucky. I'm an investor in the project...
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Andrew Hogan, Real Estate Investment Pro at BAM Capital
Andrew shares his journey into real estate investing, offering insights into his background and the strategies driving his success. The duo delves into the importance of vision and execution, highlighting personal goals for 2025 and the role of intentional planning. The discussion takes a deep…
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Dr. Bobby Low, Mental Performance Coach at BYU, Vision With Execution
Dr. Low is an incredible individual with some amazing thoughts on increasing personal capabilities through mental rewiring of the brain. This is an episode you don't want to miss!
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Nathan Gwilliam, Founder of Podup, Vision With Execution
Nathan Gwilliam is the founder and CEO of the podcasting software I'm using to record this show, Podup. I'm also an investor! We talk about his vision for the company in 2025 and how he's going to execute on it. A big reveal near the end as well :)
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Alec Atkinson, HarvestReact Founder, Vision with Execution
Alec Atkinson, founder of HarvestReact and Arcane Capital, talks about recently getting married, and his vision for 2025 and how he's going to execute on it. He lives about 5 minutes away from me here in Utah!
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Peter Winick, Thought Leadership Leverage, Vision With Execution Show
Peter Winick is the founder and CEO of Thought Leadership Leverage. For the past two decades he has helped individuals and organizations build and grow revenue streams through designing and growing their thought leadership platforms as well as acting as a guide and advisor for increasing business...
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Episode 2, with Coach Houle, Hall of Fame
Coach Houle, the winningest high school coach in American sports history, comes on and shares with me how he helps all his athletes prepare for their games, their lives, and how to become champions
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Vision With Execution Episode 1
Episode 1, where I talk about myself, my backstory, my vision and some future guests.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
My name is Adam Torkildson, and I've been obsessed with the concept of turning ideas and visions into realities for the last 2 decades. Professionally, I started an advertising technology that has turned into a great source of income for myself and my family. I've met alot of interesting people along the way. I'll be interviewing them, along with alot of my family members who I work with, because I think they're awesome!
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