Best Business Amp Bytes Podcasts (2025)

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Headless vs traditional CMS: Which one fits your organization? 16:08

8d ago16:08

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In this episode of Discussing Stupid, Virgil sits down with High Monkey’s Senior Developer, Chad Heinle, to break down one of the most debated choices in modern digital strategy: headless vs traditional CMS. While flashy features and buzzwords like “omnichannel” dominate vendor pitches, the real decision comes down to your organization’s resources,…

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Varrlyn Podcast 7. Donald J. Trump is back: what is the impact on the financial sector? 18:32

14d ago18:32

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On November 5, 2024, Donald J. Trump secured a second term as President of the United States. Now, just months into his presidency, the effects are already rippling across global markets. In this episode, our host Marianne Aalders sits down with Martin Defauwes, Director and Lead Asset Management at Varrlyn, to explore the financial, regulatory, an…

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Bincy Sines from Kumon Grand Rapids North, Part 2 15:51

20d ago15:51

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Bincy Sines is the Owner and Director of Kumon, a center that helps students from preschool through high school succeed in math and reading. Bincy shares her approach to leadership and making hiring decisions. Leadership Bits & Bytes features Rhoda Kreuzer sharing positive stories of leaders making a difference in West Michigan. Rhoda is CEO of Par…

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Bincy Sines from Kumon Grand Rapids North, Part 1 10:37

20d ago10:37

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Bincy Sines is the Owner and Director of Kumon, a center that helps students from preschool through high school succeed in math and reading. Leadership Bits & Bytes features Rhoda Kreuzer sharing positive stories of leaders making a difference in West Michigan. Rhoda is CEO of Partners In Action, your partner in leadership development and human res…

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What separates good projects from great ones? Proper testing. 21:44

21d ago21:44

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In this episode of Discussing Stupid, Virgil and Cole are joined by a new guest—High Monkey’s Project Manager and QA specialist, Seth Moline. Together, they dig into the often-overlooked world of quality assurance (QA) and why it can make or break a digital project. From accessibility issues to ripple effects caused by last-minute code changes, Set…

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Want good UX? Expect less from your audience. 18:40

1M ago18:40

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In Episode 14, host Virgil Carroll and co-host Cole dig into a core truth behind most UX mistakes: people don’t pay attention. From sending a message to the wrong person to confusing web forms, today’s digital missteps often stem from one thing—poorly designed experiences that expect users to be careful, focused, or even logical. But here’s the har…

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Ep. 403: Empowering Women in Tech: Brittany Hansen's Journey 27:56

1M ago27:56

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In this episode of Tech Bytes, I speak with Brittany Hansen, a mother of four and co-founder of a SaaS company focused on delivering information in users' native languages. We discuss Brittany's journey in the tech industry, the challenges women face in a male-dominated field, and the importance of innovation and diversity. Brittany shares insights…

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Ep. 402: Navigating the Future of Financial Advising with Nick Garofalo 42:50

2M ago42:50

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In this episode of Tech Bytes, Dan Hafner interviews Nick Garofalo, a financial advisor who shares his journey from a family business in software to personal financial planning. They discuss the challenges entrepreneurs face in managing finances, the importance of work-life balance, and how faith influences business decisions. Nick emphasizes the n…

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Keys to balancing aesthetics and accessibility in web design 16:13

2M ago16:13

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In Episode 13.1, host Virgil Carroll is joined by co-host Cole and developer Chad to talk about something deceptively complicated: color. Specifically, the intersection of color palettes, visual design, and accessibility—and why getting it wrong can tank your user experience. While color choices often get made in design tools or branding meetings, …

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AJ Fossel from Community Food Club, Part 2 of 2 13:09

2M ago13:09

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Rhoda continues her conversation with AJ Fossel, focusing on how she leads as Executive Director of Community Food Club, which provides an innovative and dignified approach to food security in Kent County, MI. Part 2 Leadership Bits & Bytes features Rhoda Kreuzer sharing positive stories of leaders making a difference in West Michigan. Rhoda is CEO…

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AJ Fossel from Community Food Club, Part 1 of 2 11:54

2M ago11:54

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Our guest is AJ Fossel, Executive Director of Community Food Club, which provides an innovative and dignified approach to food security in Kent County, MI. Part 1 of 2 Leadership Bits & Bytes features Rhoda Kreuzer sharing positive stories of leaders making a difference in West Michigan. Rhoda is CEO of Partners In Action, your partner in leadershi…

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Finding the metadata "Goldilocks zone" 18:05

2M ago18:05

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In Episode 12, host Virgil Carroll is joined by co-host Cole from High Monkey to dig into a deceptively tricky topic: metadata—what it is, how it works, and why getting it right is more about balance than perfection. Metadata plays a huge role in findability, search accuracy, and content structure. But when it comes to tagging your content, more is…

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Ep. 401: Building Better Teams with Dr. Michael Neal 34:28

2M ago34:28

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In this episode, we discuss the challenges of hiring and team building with Dr. Michael Neal, the creator of the Build My Team SaaS platform. They explore the importance of hiring based on natural strengths and talents rather than traditional resumes, emphasizing the need for a cultural fit within teams. Dr. Neal shares insights on how his platform…

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Ep. 400: Episode 400!!! 8:50

3M ago8:50

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I can't believe this is finally episode 400...after all the years of publishing and changing the name of this show and all the guests and solo episodes... Thank you to anyone who is or has listened in the past and I look forward to many, many more episodes to come!

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The challenges of translating design into a responsive website build 19:05

3M ago19:05

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Discussing Stupid has a new look! This episode marks the beginning of our refreshed brand—featuring a brand new website, sleek color scheme, updated album cover, and a restructured intro sequence. While our look has evolved, our mission remains the same: breaking down the biggest digital mistakes so you don’t have to make them. In Episode 11, host …

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Tico Duckett from Duckett Brothers Distributing, Part 2 17:06

3M ago17:06

17:06

Tico and Rhoda continue their conversation, talking about the importance of showing others what's possible, relationships, culture, delegating leadership, and casting vision. Learn more about Tico and his business enterprises at: https://duckettbrothers.com/By Rhoda Kreuzer

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Tico Duckett from Duckett Brothers Distributing, Part 1 11:52

3M ago11:52

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Tico Duckett has been a Michigan business owner for 27 years, and before that played in the NFL. He shares his leadership wisdom and insights, including lessons from sports he applies to running a business. Learn more about Tico and his business enterprises at: https://duckettbrothers.com/ Leadership Bits & Bytes features Rhoda Kreuzer sharing posi…

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Ep. 399: No-Code Advantage Series Ep. 4 - Validating Your Ideas 16:25

3M ago16:25

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Get the No-Code Idea Validation Playbook Here In this episode of the No Code Advantage, Dan Hafner discusses the importance of validating no code ideas before building them. He outlines a three-step validation framework, shares common mistakes to avoid, and provides personal success and failure stories in validation. The episode concludes with an i…

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Ep. 398: Engineer Behind Addictive Technology Systems Speaks Out 34:50

3M ago34:50

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In this episode of Tech Bytes, Dan Hafner interviews Tim O'Hearn, author of 'Framed: A Villain's Perspective on Social Media.' They discuss the impact of algorithms on emotions, the authenticity of social media content, and the implications of shadow banning. Tim shares insights from his experience in the tech industry, emphasizing the need for con…

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10 episodes into podcasting, here are our thoughts 19:32

3M ago19:32

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In Episode 10 of Discussing Stupid, host Virgil Carroll is joined by co-host Cole from High Monkey to reflect on reaching episode 10 and the ongoing journey of digital marketing beyond just launching a project. As they celebrate this milestone, they dive into why the launch is only the beginning of a much longer journey in the digital world. Virgil…

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Ep. 397: No-Code Advantage Ep. 3: Choosing the Right No-Code Tools Without Overwhelm 22:33

3M ago22:33

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With so many no-code tools available, it’s easy to get stuck in tool paralysis—spending more time researching than building. In this episode of The No-Code Advantage, we break down a simple framework to help you choose the best no-code tools for your project without getting overwhelmed. What You’ll Learn: ✅ The 3-step framework for picking the righ…

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Ep. 396: The Power of Confidence in Entrepreneurship with Scott Ballard 36:56

3M ago36:56

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In this episode of Tech Bytes, host Dan Hafner dives deep into the topic of confidence with special guest Scott Ballard, the Confidence Coach. Scott shares his inspiring journey from childhood struggles with dyslexia to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach for top business leaders. In this episode, we discuss: How courage and repetition bui…

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The chaos of modern workplace collaboration 16:40

4M ago16:40

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In Episode 9 of Discussing Stupid, host Virgil Carroll is joined by co-host Cole from High Monkey to break down a frustrating reality of modern work: the overwhelming number of collaboration tools that don’t actually improve teamwork. With so many platforms—Slack, Teams, ClickUp, Figma, email, and more—why does collaboration feel more chaotic than …

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Ep. 395: The No Code Advantage: Shifting from Consumer to Creator 17:32

4M ago17:32

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In this episode ofTech Bytes, Dan Hafner dives intoThe No Code Advantage—why shifting from aconsumer to acreator mindset is the key to success. He breaks down how tospot real problems,map out workflows, andpick the right no-code tools to build practical solutions. Instead of chasing perfection, he highlights the power of launching aminimum viable p…

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Ep. 394: The Future of AI Agents in Business - with Lillian Pierson 38:03

4M ago38:03

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In this episode of Tech Bytes, Dan Hafner explores the intersection of AI and business growth with guest Lillian Pearson. They discuss common misconceptions about AI, the role of AI agents, and the future of AI in business. Lillian shares insights on how startups can leverage AI for growth, the implications of AI-generated content, and the importan…

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Business Owner Debra Bates, Part 2 11:34

4M ago11:34

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Rhoda continues the conversation with Debra Bates, who has been a business owner in Grand Rapids for 30 years! Debra owns Choice Business Center as well as Meme's Foundations. Learn more: https://www.choicebusinesscenter.com/ https://www.memesfoundations.com/ Leadership Bits & Bytes shares positive leadership stories from the West Michigan communit…

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Business Owner Debra Bates, Part 1 15:31

4M ago15:31

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Debra Bates has been a business owner in Grand Rapids for over 30 years. She shares her leadership wisdom and insights. Learn more: https://www.choicebusinesscenter.com/ https://www.memesfoundations.com/ Leadership Bits & Bytes features Rhoda Kreuzer sharing positive stories of leaders making a difference in West Michigan. Rhoda is CEO of Partners …

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Ep. 393: No-Code Advantage Series - Ep. 1 21:17

4M ago21:17

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Welcome to The No-Code Advantage! In this series, we’re breaking down how anyone can build apps, automate businesses, and launch startups without writing code. In This Episode: ✅ What is No-Code? – A visual way to build software without programming. ✅ Why Now? – No-code is reshaping business, with 50-60% of software projected to be built this way b…

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Bad mobile button design is driving us crazy 18:02

4M ago18:02

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In Episode 8 of Discussing Stupid, host Virgil Carroll is joined by co-hosts Chad and Cole from High Monkey to tackle a common yet overlooked frustration: poor mobile button design. The trio dissects why mobile usability remains such a challenge and explores how bad design impacts user experience on mobile devices. Virgil, Chad, and Cole highlight …

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Ep. 392: From Consulting to Scalable Success: Alykhan Jetha on Building the Daylite App & Entrepreneurial Growth 38:35

4M ago38:35

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In this episode of The No-Code Advantage, we sit down with AJ Jetha, CEO of Market Circle and creator of the Daylight app, to explore the journey from consulting to launching a scalable SaaS product. AJ shares insights on: ✅ How Daylight helps small businesses streamline CRM, project management, and productivity ✅ The mindset shift from trading hou…

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Ep. 391: Mastering the Product Launch: Insights from 250+ Tech Launches with Grady Teske 40:33

4M ago40:33

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In this episode of the podcast, host Dan Hafner interviews Grady Teske, a seasoned expert with over 250 B2B tech launches under his belt. Grady shares invaluable insights on effective product launches, marketing strategies, and building sustainable distribution channels. Key Points: Distribution is King: Grady emphasizes the importance of building …

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Ep. 390: Revolutionizing Longevity Care with AI: Nate Gravel on Jevity's Mission and Growth 31:31

4M ago31:31

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In this episode, Nate Gravel, founder of Geviti, shares his journey of building a groundbreaking health tech platform inspired by his father’s late-stage cancer diagnosis. Discover how Geviti democratizes proactive healthcare with AI-powered blood work analysis, personalized health plans, and its rapid expansion to 43 states. Nate dives into the ch…

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AI alone won't fix your crappy content 14:09

4M ago14:09

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In Episode 7 of Discussing Stupid, host Virgil Carroll and co-host Cole Schlotthauer from High Monkey tackle the buzz surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for technology, marketing, and content management. This episode explores the reality behind AI’s hype, focusing on the importance of high-quality content and structure to…

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Elliott Law founder Elena Elliott 14:11

5M ago14:11

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Elena Elliott practice Family Law right next door to Partners In Action. She shares her heart for helping families during challenging times, including the special area of Collaborate Divorce. Listen in as she shares some tips for people navigating when and how to find an attorney and her tips for success. Learn more at https://elenaelliottlaw.com/ …

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Ep. 389: Designing Your Best Product - with Daniel Andor 27:54

5M ago27:54

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Meet Daniel Andor! In this episode, we discuss the importance of design in SaaS products and explore principles for creating well-designed user experiences. You can check out Daniel's company Durran here: https://www.durran.co/ Design is crucial for product adoption, user retention, and competitive advantage in SaaS Effective design goes beyond aes…

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Ep. 388: The Impact of AI on Software Development - with Will Blackburn 32:53

5M ago32:53

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In this episode, we discuss the impact of AI on software development and explore Dev Clarity's role in empowering development leaders. AI is significantly changing software development, but it's not replacing developers; rather, it's enhancing their productivity and impact Dev Clarity provides tools for development leaders to manage teams more effe…

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Are websites evolving or devolving? 14:59

5M ago14:59

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In Episode 6 of Discussing Stupid, host Virgil Carroll and co-host Cole from High Monkey reflect on the evolution of web design and discuss how websites have grown increasingly complex over the years. This episode delves into the challenges of balancing form and function in web design, examining how trends have influenced modern websites—often at t…

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Font mistakes that are costing you big time 15:47

6M ago15:47

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In Episode 5 of Discussing Stupid, host Virgil Carroll and co-hosts Chad and Cole from High Monkey explore the often-overlooked mistakes organizations make with typography and the significant impact it can have on user experience and performance. From excessive font usage to unreadable design choices, this episode dives into the dos and don’ts of e…

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Ep. 387: Boosting SaaS Growth Through Customer Insights - with Georgiana Laudi 38:31

6M ago38:31

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Georgiana is strategic advisor, mentor, & speaker who's passionate about helping teams turn customer value into revenue-generating outcomes. Gia has been launching and building B2B and B2C brands online since 2000. In 2010, she began her track record as a marketing exec and product growth advisor working with successful high-growth recurring revenu…

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Hourglass Testing Solutions Owner Andrea Owens 13:59

6M ago13:59

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Andrea Owens, founder and owner of Hourglass Testing Solutions, shares her business journey with Rhoda Kreuzer on the latest episode of the Leadership Bits & Bytes podcast. We appreciate Andrea's mission to help companies create safer workplaces and support team members.By Rhoda Kreuzer

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Why search systems fail without semantics 13:35

6M ago13:35

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In Episode 4 of Discussing Stupid, host Virgil Carroll and co-host Cole from High Monkey dive into the complex world of search systems and the importance of semantics in delivering relevant results. This episode explores the frustrations users often face when search systems fail to recognize variations in spelling, synonyms, and context, which can …

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Ep. 386: Vertical Specialization in Growing a Business - with Corey Quinn 35:44

6M ago35:44

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Mastering Business Growth Through Specialization and Unique Strategies 🎯 Our discussion highlights the benefits of business specialization and targeted strategies like sending gifts to engage potential clients. The focus is on achieving success by consistently solving specific problems for a defined market, exemplified by scaling a business from $2…

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Domineca Montalvo of New City Kids Grand Rapids 13:17

6M ago13:17

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Domineca Montalvo serves as the Executive Director of New City Kids Grand Rapids, where she leads the team in their mission of "loving kids for change to create a community of Spiritual, Leadership, Academic, and Musical development." Listen in to learn how this nonprofit is helping shape future leaders and have a profound impact in our community. …

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If you want people to read your content, make your content readable!! 17:22

7M ago17:22

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In Episode 3 of Discussing Stupid Season 2, host Virgil Carroll, along with Cole from High Monkey, dives into the topic of content readability. They focus on how overly complex or technical language can turn users away and make it harder for people to understand. The team discusses common readability mistakes like using too much jargon, confusing s…

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Big images, slow loading 16:46

7M ago16:46

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In Episode 2 of Discussing Stupid Season 2, host Virgil Carroll, along with Chad and Cole from High Monkey, dives into the topic of page performance and SEO, specifically focusing on how oversized images can slow down your website. They discuss common mistakes people make with large images—like shrinking images in HTML without optimizing file size—…

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Your poorly written alt text doesn't go unnoticed... 16:05

8M ago16:05

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Welcome to the first episode of Discussing Stupid Season 2, where your host Virgil Carroll, along with Chad and Cole from High Monkey, dive into the importance of inclusive design. In this episode, they focus on the often overlooked but crucial aspect of alt text for images. Virgil, Chad, and Cole discuss the significance of alt text in creating an…

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WMPPA's Meet the Buyer Event 10:24

8M ago10:24

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Learn about an excellent opportunity for West Michigan businesses to network and talk directly with public purchasing entities. Joins us on Weds. Oct. 16.By Rhoda Kreuzer

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Paula Gleason-Zeeff of Grand Rapids Community College 17:40

8M ago17:40

17:40

Paula Gleason-Zeeff is the Director of Purchasing at Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC). She shares some updates about the reduced tuition at GRCC as well as campus improvement projects. Paula also shares her priority on partnering with members of the community as she makes purchasing decisions. Finally, Rhoda Kreuzer & Paula discuss the upcomin…

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Ep. 385: Mastering Sales: Insights from Maverick App's Chief Revenue Officer 🧠 31:35

8M ago31:35

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In this insightful podcast, Steve Wallace discusses effective sales strategies, the importance of relationship building, and the role of AI in sales. He shares personal experiences and practical advice for new sales reps, emphasizing that success comes from consistent effort and genuine interactions. Check out Maverick App here: https://maverickapp…

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Season 2: The Teaser 4:56

8M ago4:56

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In this highly anticipated return of the Discussing Stupid podcast, host Virgil Carroll welcomes new co-host Cole Schlotthauer to kick off Season 2. After a five-year hiatus, they're back with a fresh approach, focusing on shorter, more targeted episodes that delve into specific UX and digital practices. Virgil and Cole discuss the shift from long-…

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