Boombox Boardroom

What if one skill could boost your salary by $29,000 a year?According to Forbes, it’s not just technical know-how—it’s emotional intelligence. In this episode of Boombox Boardroom, Jared and Bill sit down with Josh Swing, Team Captain at WildSpark, to explore why 90% of top performers excel at EQ.Josh shares insights from working with over 600 teams, lessons from hosting The Secret Sauce podcast, and practical strategies to help leaders grow from within. Expect real talk, energy, and actionable takeaways to level up your leadership game.Check out Josh's podcast, "The Secret Sauce Podcast" here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-secret-sauce-podcast/id1562915430

Chris Ray is the co-founder of Unicrn and owner of Infrared Team— two very different ventures that keep his days full and his priorities sharp.In this episode, Chris opens up about navigating life as a business leader and father, sharing lessons learned from his own dad, the reality of managing time as your most limited resource, and why hands-on experience beats theory every time.Whether you're building something from scratch or thinking of buying your way in, Chris offers practical advice for entrepreneurs trying to keep it all together— without losing what matters most.Follow Chris on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-ray-38b73222/Infrared Team: https://www.infraredteam.com/Unicrn: https://salesunicrn.com/

Scott Touchton’s journey is anything but traditional.In this episode, we sit down with the former bartender-turned-fractional CMO whose wild ride started on a buddy’s couch in New Orleans and led to blimp rides, celebrity encounters, and advising high-growth startups.From launching the first social accounts for Pat O’Brien’s to helping businesses tell stories that actually convert, Scott shares sharp lessons in guerrilla marketing, personal branding, and why every small business needs someone outside the jar. You’ll laugh, learn, and never look at Bourbon Street or LinkedIn the same way again.Follow Scott on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/touchton/

In this episode of Boombox Boardroom, we sit down with the electric Betsy Tong— a solopreneur, former enterprise executive, AI power user, and unapologetic truth-teller.What starts as a conversation about product leadership quickly expands into a deeply human exploration of purpose, relationships, grief, technology, and Korean food.Betsy shares:Why the best businesses start by solving their own problemsHow AI helped her write bestselling books in 72 hoursThe power of custom GPTs for everything from workflow to healing childhood woundsHow life with her father (and his early-stage dementia) reshaped her KPIsWhy curiosity, clarity, and values alignment matter more than credentialsShe also reveals her secret to perfecting microwave bibimbap, and yeah—we’re still thinking about it.This episode is raw, hilarious, thoughtful, and wildly useful. Whether you're scaling a company or a conversation with your own inner child, Betsy brings the kind of wisdom you didn’t know you needed.Boombox Boardroom is brought to you by VectorX, your go-to Salesforce partner.

In a world full of automated, high-volume, low-personalization sales— Ashley goes against the grain. We sat down with veteran sales leader Ashley Beck Cuellar, founder of Sales Spark Coaching, to chat about everything from AI to sales strategy and the platforms we use to make it happen. Tune in for a fun episode and check out what Ashley is up to below!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-beck-cuellar/Website: https://salessparkcoaching.com/

Welcome to Season Two of Boombox Boardroom!In this episode, we sit down with Zach Walker— former Army vet, college athlete, and self-proclaimed entrepreneurial chaos manager.Zach didn’t just enter the business world— he kicked down the door. After a decade scaling a vertically integrated real estate company, he pivoted into the fast-paced world of tech startups. His weapon of choice? Partnerships.Now a strategic force in the GTM world, Zach helps startups cut through the noise by turning unpredictable sales chaos into relationship-driven growth. In this episode, we get real about what it means to sell as a startup, things learned while starting a business, and how to use AI as an executive assistant.Let’s plug in.Learn more about Unicrn here:https://salesunicrn.com/Follow Zach on LinkedIn here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachzwalker/Boombox Boardroom is brought to you by VectorX, the Salesforce Certified Partner that brings you Fortune 500 quality for less— less time, less money, and less frustration. Visit VectorX.com today to learn more.

We tackle marketing with the founders of the "anti-agency," WOOF Social, and discuss everything from concierge marketing to pet squirrels! You won't want to miss it. -- Show Notes -- Follow Amy Wills https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyleannwills/ Follow Cat Frans https://www.linkedin.com/in/catfrans/ Follow WOOF Social https://www.woofsocialmarketing.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/woofsocialmarketing/

Maybe you've heard of Taylor and maybe you haven't. But there's a decent chance you've heard of or seen his documentary, "The Last Blockbuster." Join us as we dive into Taylor's journey through documentary filmmaking and chat about his newest project, "Getting LOST," premiering this fall!

Join us for a vibrant conversation with LinkedIn's very own John Kraski! We chat about everything from liars, cheaters, and scammers on LinkedIn and in Web3 to his book, "The Future of Community." You won't want to miss it! Check John out on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnkraski/ "The Future of Community" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Future-Community-Leverage-Technologies-Business/dp/1394215258

You know your life can look different than it does. You may have even taken steps to make some changes here and there. But are you getting anywhere? Join us as we chat with Stephen Courson about creating the life you want, turning your motivation into discipline, and so much more. Did I mention we went on a run about Star Wars?? Learn more about Stephen's business at www.coursonsolutions.com

Join us for a fun conversation with Brandon Clark of VectorX, or Brandon Clark of Drop3, or Brandon Clark of... well you get the point. Brandon does a lot of things! We were fortunate enough to chat with him about his journey from B.B.S. (Bulletin Board System) to Salesforce and how music played a part in getting there. Check out Brandon's bands below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drop3band Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drop3band/ Boombox Boardroom is a podcast by VectorX, the premier Salesforce-certified consultant. Ready to make Salesforce Rock!? Reach out at www.vectorx.com.

Ever wonder what "Orange is the New Black" and the '90s cartoon "Doug" have in common? Well, on this episode of Boombox Boardroom, you will find out! Join us as we learn from GTM pro, Andrew Stapleton, and laugh as we chat about our favorite cartoons from the '80s and '90s. Boombox Boardroom is a podcast by VectorX, the premier Salesforce-certified consultant. Ready to make Salesforce Rock!? Reach out at www.vectorx.com.

Ever wondered why the submit button is on the bottom right of a form? Curious about why the apps you use every day are the way they are? We discuss these things and more with Rina Henderson, an expert in UX/UI design. We also take a trip down memory lane with some great retro items Rina brought to the show! You won't want to miss it! Boombox Boardroom is a podcast by VectorX, the premier Salesforce-certified consultant. Ready to make Salesforce Rock!? Reach out at www.vectorx.com.

Join us for a trip down memory lane with Rachel Cogar Yeakley of RCY Labs. Hear how Bill fired her the first time they met and how she helped rebrand Cloud Performer to VectorX many years later. Hear her thoughts on the potential HubSpot acquisition by Google and the importance of culture. Show Notes: "Who Not How" by Dan Sullivan (https://whonothow.com/) Boombox Boardroom is a podcast by VectorX, the premier Salesforce-certified consultant. Ready to make Salesforce Rock!? Reach out at www.vectorx.com.

Ever wondered how people get started in sales? Well, our guest on today's episode started by reselling watermelons at his dad's service station! And since then, Mike Chaudron has locked in the 55 rules you should follow to be successful in sales, business, and... well... anywhere in life! Check it out on this week's episode of Boombox Boardroom! Boombox Boardroom is a podcast by VectorX, the premier Salesforce-certified consultant. Ready to make Salesforce Rock!? Reach out at www.vectorx.com.

Welcome to Boombox Boardroom, the ultimate podcast for enthusiasts of business and the golden eras of the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Whether you're a seasoned executive, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a retro aficionado, this show is your ticket to a fun and enlightening journey. In Episode 001 we talk about the podcast, why we started it, and laugh a little about how Bill & Jared met. Future episodes will include guests and cover a wide range of business and retro topics! Boombox Boardroom is a podcast by VectorX, the premier Salesforce-certified consultant. Ready to make Salesforce Rock!? Reach out at www.vectorx.com.