HACKED: Unlocking the Code to Success with Robert Steward: Recent Episodes
Robert Steward
Technology has changed the game for everyone, every industry, and everything. Every week on HACKED you will hear from industry experts, self-made millionaire entrepreneurs and celebrities who have unlocked the code to success using technology. Each guest will share career, life and productivity hacks to help you create a fulfilling life and career on your own terms. Never miss an episode by using these 4 easy steps. 1) Subscribe to this podcast 2) Turn on automatic downloads 3) Enjoy every FREE episode full of success secrets, stories, and step-by-step tips 4) Go to thehackedpodcast.com and join our tribe. Together we will unlock the code to success.
In this episode you will learn:
- The meaning of digital supply chain transformation
- How technology is disrupting the supply chain industry
- Supply chain risks and how to mitigate those risks with IoT technology
- The importance of data collection and using it to your advantage
- Keys to creating an exceptional customer experience
- Using technology to have a competitive edge in your career
- And lots more…
In this episode you will learn:
- To be aware of the misleading information that you can find on the internet
- How our daily habits impact our overall health
- The impact of meal timing
- The importance of incorporating movement in your daily office-work life
- Gut health and the impact it can have on your whole body
- Don’t be afraid to be ‘selfish’ – Take care of yourself
- And lots more…
In this episode you will learn:
- What it means to serve in the police force as an African American – Perspective
- What you can expect from choosing a law enforcement career path
- How technology changed the transparency/credibility of law enforcement
- What it takes to build trust within the community as a police officer
- The importance of respect and man-to-man relationships
- And lots more…
In this episode of HACKED we speak with 17-year-old aspiring Aerospace Engineer and founder of F.E.M.A.L.E Academy (Facility of Engineering Mentorship Advancing Leadership Equality) Danielle Kain.
She found her passion for aerospace at a very young age, and she is using one of her personal experiences to remind women that they can do whatever they put their mind to, specifically when it comes to work in a predominantly male dominated industry like Engineering.She emphasizes that you don’t have to be on the sidelines, but you should know that you are capable of doing the same work of your male counterparts on the field.
Danielle is a well-rounded young lady, she was recently recognized as the 2020 Youth of the Year for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis and has also won the BGCA Hank Aaron Scholarship Award, allowing her to purchase STEM materials and equipment for elementary, middle, and high school club members. Her accomplishments are many, and there is no doubt that with the work ethic and passion for what she does in her community involving her peers, and the younger generation, she will go far.
In this episode you will learn:
- How to overcome the stereotype of women in STEM
- How to recognize your potential
- How to realize when you have discovered your passion
- The importance of creativity in STEM
- How mental health can have a toll on today’s youth and how to fight it
- And lots more...
In this episode of HACKED we had the great privilege of talking with Dr. Art McCoy, Superintendent of Jennings School District, nationally recognized education consultant, and author.
His story is very unconventional, but very motivating. He began his career at only 19 years old, reportedly as the youngest certified teacher in the State of Missouri, as a high school math teacher. In 2016, he became Superintendent of Jennings School District, which has achieved 100% graduation, career, and college placement in 2017 and 2018.
He is considered a champion for students and an inspiring education leader, in fact, he has led over 120,000 students in the St. Louis region and supported over 1 million students and 2,500 schools and colleges across America. Dr. McCoy is extremely invested and passionate about what he does and that is visible through all he has done over the years and continues to do.
In this episode you will learn:
- The importance of laying a solid foundation for our youth
- The ability of being unique and authentic and be proud of it
- To be sufficient; you have everything you need to succeed
- How to find your gift, and what that means going forward
- The importance of life-long learning and its meaning
- And much more...
In this Episode of HACKED we chat with Tamiko Armstead, President of Cardinal Ritter College Preparatory High School, an elite Catholic high school serving the community since 1979.
She is not your traditional educator, in fact, she started off her career working for Edward Jones right after pursuing her undergraduate degree in political science. She spent 20 years working for Edward Jones before becoming the president of Cardinal Ritter Preparatory High School in 2014.
She went from providing a service to the client to serving the students. She is passionate about what she does, and that can be seen through the rising enrollment rates over the past years.
In this episode you will learn:
- How technology is integrated in the education system
- The importance of stepping out of your comfort zone
- How to deal with adversity
- The importance of giving back
- Why you should pursue what makes you happy – Be authentic
- The relevance of giving your fullest potential in everything you do
- The importance of teaching interpersonal skills to today’s generation
- And lots more…
In this episode of HACKED we have the pleasure of hearing from the creator of the podcast, Robert Steward. He is not only the creator of The HACKED podcast, but he is also the founder and CEO of End2End Solutions and a motivational speaker.
In this episode Robert explains how HACKED is growing, and how it will evolve entering the new year. He also goes over the last 38 episodes released, in which we have seen CEO’s, Visionaries, Rising Stars, and some really amazing leaders who have overcome adversity and unlocked the code to success in their industries. Robert reviews some of their powerful advice that was shared so far, and lastly shares with you his top 7 Hacks to Unlocking the Code to Success.
In this episode you will learn:
- The number one thing to have in order to succeed
- The importance of taking the first step towards your goal
- How to use your creativity to your advantage
- The key aspect of teamwork and why it’s important
- Why you should believe in yourself and how that can transform your life
- And lots more…
In this episode of HACKED we speak with Samantha Stangl, program manager at the Clark Foundation which supports the growth and prosperity of the St. Louis metropolitan region through research, program development and investments in PK-12, higher education, public health, immigration, social justice and racial equity, community leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Samantha is a Bachelor graduate in Social Work from the University of Iowa and a Master graduate in Social Work from the Washington University in St. Louis.
She is an expert on the subject on mass incarceration, and the negative impact on the workforce, education, public health and generational poverty. Over the years she shared her passion for this job by providing direct social work in a lot of the areas listed above. She not only used her gift and love to help others by serving with different organizations and providing real help to those in need, but she has also spoken to over 5,000 community leaders and stakeholders about mass incarceration.
In this episode you will learn:
- How impactful social workers are
- How to use your love for helping others and put it to use by becoming a social worker
- The true meaning of being a social worker
- How the criminal justice system has evolved over the years
- How the modernize world brought new problems to light
- And lots more…
In this episode of HACKED we speak with Benjamin Akande, who is a Nigerian native and a brilliant mind who later migrated to the United States and served the community in a range of different ways.
He is currently the Assistant Vice Chancellor of International Programs-Africa, Director of the Africa Initiative, and Associate Director of the Global Health Center at Washington University in St. Louis.Akande is also a respected economist, scholar and global consultant to Fortune 500 companies and higher education institutions in the areas of strategy, leadership development, corporate responsibility and market positioning. He has never been afraid to take on a challenge and that can be seen from his extensive experience and involvement in many different industries and various projects.
Over the past twenty-five years, he has invested significant personal involvement and tireless efforts to contribute to the transformation of public and private institutions and organizations. He was also recognized by the St. Louis Business Journal as one of the city’s “Most Influential Leaders,” 2007-2012. It is needless to say that he is a true born leader who is never afraid to take on a challenge and is passionately committed to use his knowledge to make a difference.
In this episode you will learn:
- The beauty of seeing America through the eyes of an immigrant
- How to locate the good in a bad situation
- Using your knowledge to bring value to a problem or situation
- The importance of getting an education that empowers you to speak the truth and challenge the status quo
- How to be courageous enough to embrace change and own the future
- The value of listening and understanding before speaking
- How being vulnerable and open to criticism will make you grow as a person
- And lots more…
Sidney Keys III, 13 year old rising entrepreneur, decided to take his love for reading to the next level and create Books n Bros Reading Club at the young age of 10! Having multiple meet ups with different boys, ages 7-13 years old, he is paving the way for change.
Books n Bros is not only encouraging literacy within Black Culture & African American Literature, but also Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy and Endless Possibilities!
In thisepisode you will learn:
- Tips to starting your own business at any age
- Secrets to building confidence to turn your dreams into reality
- How to be brave when others doubt you
- The power of reading and why you should continue reading at every age
- How social media can impact your life and career path
- The keys to using technology to create a better career
- How to level up and ensure success
- How to develop an entrepreneurial spirit and how to use it to your advantage
- Ways to use books to unlock your imagination
- And lots more…
In this episode of HACKED we speak with 6x GRAMMY Award Winning Singer, Songwriter, Producer, and Author, BeBe Winans, along with Gospel Group, Korean Soul.
BeBe Winans, the six-time Grammy Award winner, is best known as an inspirational, R&B, and popular vocalist/songwriter, who along with his musical partner and sister CeCe Winans are the first true Christian crossover artists to hit the mainstream. After 10 years working behind the scenes on projects such as serving as a former Executive Music Producer for the OWN Network’s latest scripted series, “Greenleaf” and host of his own radio show on the Heart & Soul Channel (68) on Sirius/XM Radio Networks on Sunday Mornings (9am ET/7am PT), he moves back into the forefront with plans to release a new album. The critically acclaimed production of his buzzed-about play “Born For This” played in Boston during the summer of 2018 and premiered on Broadway in spring of 2019.
Korean Soul is the hottest new gospel group who were discovered after going viral on Instagram.
In this episode you will learn:
- The importance of music and the arts
- How to connect with anyone, anywhere through the universal language of music
- The power of technology and how it connects the world
- How to use music to transform your mood
- The importance of believing in what you say and sing
- How to use your gift to give back and serve
- How love can break the chains of hate
- How to empower others by sharing your testimony
- And lots more…
In this episode of HACKED we speak with Dave Rogers and Michael Clair of Back2Life, Inc. Back2Life, Inc is on a mission to help Veterans who are suffering from the impact of brain injuries and post traumatic stress disorder.
In thisepisode you will learn:
- What it takes to be a Navy Seal
- Everyday ways to build mental toughness
- The importance of mental health
- Tips for overcoming struggles, challenges and obstacles
- How to help others dealing with traumatic experiences
- Hacks to working through difficult moments
- The effects of PTSD
- And more….
In this episode of HACKED we speak with Randy Raw VP of Information Security at Veterans United Home Loans.
Randy Raw is Director of Information Security, serving as the Information Security Officer at Veterans United Home Loans in Columbia, Missouri. He has 25 years of experience in both public entities and private industry, having built three Information Security programs from the ground up. He is a proponent of risk-based, layered security measures that utilize both preventative and detective approaches to achieve the right solution for the organization. Randy is a CISSP and is active in the Central Missouri InfoSec community and the Central Missouri InfraGard chapter. He has spoken at SecureWorld on many technical topics and this years turns his focus towards helping others move from the technical trenches to a leadership role.
In thisepisode you will learn:
- How to make it in the cyber security field
- Detective hacks that you can use in everyday life
- How to protect yourself from Hackers
- The anatomy of hackers, what they look for and who they target
- Keys to being a great leader
- How to lead people instead of manage them
- And lots more…
In this episode of HACKED we talk to William Wells, Founder and Executive Director of aSTEAM Village. aSTEAM Village is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on engaging students, families, and educators in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) pathways to facilitate career and education readiness for participation in the 21st Century economy of today and tomorrow.
In thisepisode you will learn:
- Why creativity is your best asset
- Hacks to tapping into your creativity to solve any problem
- How to instantly boost your confidence
- How technology is being redefined and what that means for you
- The importance of data and how to effectively use it for any situation
- How to think like an engineer
- Hacks to process and analyze everyday data
- And lots more…
In this episode of HACKED we talk about how to go from intern to CEO with Chris Colbert. Chris Colbert, is the CEO of DCP Entertainment.
Colbert found his calling more than a decade ago as an intern with Sirius Satellite Radio (now SiriusXM Radio). At just 21 years old, and while earning his degree from Seton Hall University, Colbert helped to create Oscar and Grammy award winner Jamie Foxx’s comedy and music channel, “The Foxxhole.” Colbert has worked with Jamie Foxx, Touré, James Andrew Miller, ESSENCE, PEOPLE, the United Negro College Fund – and that’s just the beginning of the roster.
In this episode you will learn:
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- The importance of engaging in internships during college and how to find them
- How to go from employee to CEO
- The art of pivoting and how to use it too win in your personal and professional life
- The little known secret to being personable and likable
- How to turn your passion into profit
- Hacks to skip the learning curve by learning from others people’s mistakes
- And so much more…
In this episode of HACKED we talk about how to turn your idea into a thriving business. From inventing the FURminator deshedding tool for pets to a revolutionary style of sunglasses called Popticals that fold up for easy storage and access, David Porter knows a thing or two about building multimillion dollar enterprises from scratch.
In this episode you will learn:
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- Simple, effective steps to bring your idea to life and make a business out of it
- How to market products in a more profitable way, not just as a product
- How technology plays a big part in creating and formulating new ideas
- The importance of surrounding yourself with people who are smarter than you
- The #1 you need to know about yourself to make it in business
- How being open-minded is a superpower you must possess
- The secrets to exceptional customer service
- And so much more…
In this episode of HACKED we talk about how to make an unforgettable first impression. I'm sure you've heard the saying "You only have one chance to make a great first impression". Well today's guests will share his hacks to ensure you are memorable.
Ben Lawler, is Managing Partner and Professional Clothier at Tom James.
In this episode you will learn:
- The true definition of entrepreneurship
- How to be a team player
- The keys to stepping outside your comfort zone for maximum growth
- How to infuse technology into our everyday lives to enhance our wellbeing
- The secret to making a winning first impression
- Why dressing for success is key
- The importance of serving your community
- Networking secrets to building rock solid relationships
- And so much more...
In this episode of HACKED we talk about career and success hacks with Charlotte Ijei, EdD.
Charlotte Ijei, EdD, is director of pupil personnel & diversity for the Parkway School District. Her passion for moving the district toward educational equity has been both personal and professional.
In this episode you will learn:
- Keys to being a change agent in any field
- The importance of lawyers in the pursuit of justice
- How the legal field has evolved over time
- How to give back and play an active role in your community
- Advice for anyone who aspires to be a lawyer
- Changes happening in the legal industry and how to stay ahead
- Tips to overcome adversity
- The importance of thinking big
In this episode of HACKED we talk about career and success hacks with Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell.
Wesley Bell is a St. Louis area attorney, former public defender, former municipal judge, former municipal prosecutor and former city council member for Ferguson, Missouri. Currently Bell holds the office of Prosecuting Attorney for St. Louis County, Missouri. In a major upset, he soundly defeated long-time yet controversial county prosecutor Bob McCulloch in the July 2018 Democratic primary election. Bell became the first black county prosecuting attorney in St. Louis County history when he took office in January 2019.
In this episode you will learn:
- Keys to being a change agent in any field
- The importance of lawyers in the pursuit of justice
- How the legal field has evolved over time
- How to give back and play an active role in your community
- Advice for anyone who aspires to be a lawyer
- Changes happening in the legal industry and how to stay ahead
- Tips to overcome adversity
- The importance of thinking big
In this episode of HACKED we talk about career and success hacks with USA Olympian, Jackie Joyner-Kersee.
Jackie Joyner-Kersee is an American retired track and field athlete, ranked among the all-time greatest athletes in the heptathlon as well as long jump. She won three gold, one silver, and two bronze Olympic medals, in those two events at four different Olympic Games. Sports Illustrated Magazine voted Joyner-Kersee the Greatest Female Athlete of All-Time. She is on the Board of Directors for USA Track & Field (USATF), the national governing body of the sport
Joyner-Kersee is an active philanthropist in children's education, racial equality and women's rights. She is a founder of the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation, which encourages young people in East St. Louis to pursue athletics and academics
In this episode you will learn:
- Turning doubters into believers
- How to find immediate career solutions
- How to properly receive criticism and use it to your advantage
- Using visualization tools to complete tasks faster
- How to manage personal doubts and anxieties
- Building a team of supporters around you
- Understanding the process of setting a goal and achieving it
In this episode of Hacked we talk about career and success hacks with Sylvia Acevedo.
Lifelong Girl Scout, STEM champ, and advocate for girls and youth education, Sylvia Acevedo was appointed CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) in May, 2017. She assumed this notable position after having served as a member of the Board of Directors from 2009 to 2016 as an officer and member of its Executive Committee.
Growing up in rural New Mexico, Girl Scouts nourished a love for math and science in Sylvia that would culminate in a career as a rocket scientist, engineer, and award winning STEM entrepreneur. She has held executive and engineering roles at leading technology companies such as Apple, Dell Computer Corporation, Autodesk Inc. and IBM.
Sylvia began her career as a rocket scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, where she worked on NASA’s Voyager II mission, developing unique algorithms that analyzed the data Voyager II sent back to earth, helping NASA learn about Jupiter and its moon’s Io and Europa.
Sylvia understands the U.S. education system and the challenges parents face in their children’s educational journey. Over the years Sylvia has spoken across the country about the importance of helping girls discover their strengths, passions, and talents. She served on the founding board of the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders in Austin, Texas—the largest all-girls public school in the nation.
To help narrow academic achievement gaps in America Sylvia co-authored the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Family Engagement curriculum. She is the author of Path to the Stars, an aspirational memoir for middle school students that focuses on her own journey of perseverance, hope, and achievement against the odds.
Sylvia was one of the first Hispanic students, male or female, to earn a graduate engineering degree from Stanford University—an MS in industrial engineering—and she holds a bachelor of science degree with honors in industrial engineering from New Mexico State University.
In this episode you will learn:
- Breaking down goals into achievable steps
- Creating opportunity through persistence and resilience
- How to foster an environment of opportunity and growth
- Learn keys to progressive thinking
- How to scale your skill set to fit a multitude of careers
- Learn self reflective strategies to minimize failure and guarantee success
In this episode of Hacked we talk about career and life hacks with Curtis Francois. Curtis Francois is the Owner & CEO of Gateway Motorsports Park.
In this episode you will learn:
- How to turn hobbies and passions into lucrative careers
- Ways to identify the failures of those before you to initiate positive change
- Learn how to assess risk before establishing a concrete plan
- Find out ways to deal with skeptics and overcome doubt
- Understand how the art of focus and concentration breeds entrepreneurial success
In this episode of Hacked we talk about networking hacks with Alex Demczak. Alex Demczak is a former SEC quarterback for the Missouri Tigers. Alex graduated with a degree in Communication and a minor in Business.
Alex is an inspiring communicator, facilitator and trainer who challenges businesses, schools, sports teams, and non-profits to maximize their potential and make a difference.
Alex is the author of Thrive U. The inspirational book is a collection of stories from 100 collegiate and professional athletes from across the country. The book has been used by many youth groups, schools, and businesses as a resource to help others maximize their platform and Thrive rather than simply survive.
Alex is a top keynote speaker and trainer for the Jon Gordon Companies. He frequently delivers keynotes and conducts training programs based on The Power of Positive Leadership and The Power of a Positive Team with the goal of helping leaders transform their teams and change the world. Alex is an innovative entrepreneur that has a knack for starting new ventures such as Thrive U, Coach's Corner, MU Courtesy Carts, Thrive Speakers, Ignite small groups, and collaborates with multiple startups.
Alex is passionate about helping high performance leaders take the next step in their leadership journey. Alex has worked with some most successful companies across various industries. Some of Alex’s past clients include The Buffalo Wild Wings Citrus Bowl, Veterans United Home loans, OneCoast Retailers, O’shea Builders, and many others. Alex's mission is to help people increase their performance, enhance their leadership, and maximize their life.
In this episode you will learn:
- Gain powerful leadership insight to help drive impact on others
- Learn how to stand out amongst a crowd by changing how you handle problems
- Find ways to understand your role and take ownership of it
- Learn how to remove the concept of comparison from your self evaluation
- Uncover ways to fuel a positive career path with negative experiences from the past
- Find out various disciplinary strategies that promote growth as a professional
In this episode of Hacked we talk about networking hacks with Jeff Perkins. Jeff Perkins is the CMO of Parkmobile, the creator of an amazing app that lets you pay for parking on your mobile device. No more annoying meters. Just pay on your phone. If you don't have it, go download it right now! The company is already in nine of the top ten cities in the US and growing fast.
Prior to Parkmobile, Jeff Perkins the CMO at QASymphony during a time of explosive growth as the company went from a scrappy startup to a leader in the software testing industry, raising of over $50 million in venture funding.
Jeff started his career grinding it out in the NYC advertising industry. He worked at Euro RSCG Worldwide as an Account Director where he led all digital advertising efforts for the Volvo brand. He’s worked on a diverse variety of advertising campaigns for brands including Tide, HBO, Pepsi, Michelin, Office Depot, Fruit Roll-Ups, Rockport and Hasbro.
Jeff received his BA from American University in Washington, DC. During his time there, he was a White House Intern for the Clinton Administration. He later received my MBA from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School.
He's a regular speaker at many industry events and has been featured in AdAge, Forbes, CMO.com and Fast Company. He lives in Atlanta with his amazing wife, two adorable daughters and two hyper puppies.
In this episode you will learn:
- How to begin building your professional network for career success
- Ways to use your degree to make a big impact, no matter the field of study
- How to use social media and mentorship as professional leverage
- The keys to standing out in the crowd and grow your professional reputation
- Ways to build a professional journey to use as leverage in landing jobs and promotions
- How to use technology as a networking tool to reach a more targeted group
Andrew Jesse is an experienced Program Coordinator with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Public Speaking, Management, and Program Coordination. Strong community and social services professional with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) focused in Workforce Development and Training from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.
In this episode you will learn:
- Find out various alternative education options and certifications offered to students before or instead of college
- Uncover ways to make money right after high school through vocational internships and programs
- Learn about the impact of technology on mechanical industries
- Learn which industries have a shortage of employees and are seeking vocationally certified experts
- Find new ways of tuition reimbursement
- Discover the large corporate companies that have partnerships with vocational schools and programs
In this episode of Hacked we talk about career hacks with Amit Kothari. Amit Kothari is the CEO of Tallyfy, an innovative software solution that lets anyone (especially non-techies) create and run custom approvals and workflows in their team.
In this episode you will hear:
Key Takeaways:
- Learn helpful tips on how to network and use it to your advantage
- Learn how to bridge the gap between your skill set and what you are passionate about
- Understanding the basics of "inbound" hiring and how that affects your job success
- Learn crucial interview hacks to help land jobs and internships
- Find out ways to stay focused on continuous learning
In this episode you will hear all about cybersecurity with Ladi Adefala, Evan Engelage, and Brandon Johnson
In this episode you will learn:
- Learn what cybersecurity means on a national, corporate, and personal level
- Tips on how to immediately secure your data from possible breeches
- Uncovering the consequences of careless posting on social media outlets
- Learn the in-depth psychology behind target cyber attacks
- Find out how to prepare for the future of cyber attacks and data breeches
- Learn the importance of education future leaders in cybersecurity awareness for business
- Find ways to help educate the community in cybersecurity awareness
In this episode you will hear from John Rosenthall, the President of the Tougaloo College Research and Development Foundation.
In this episode you will learn:
- How to overcome cultural and situational obstacles when it comes to your education and career
- How to incorporate the spirit of your role models into your everyday life
- Understand how to cope with drastic changes of a new environment
- Understanding the goals of those you work with and for to better yourself
- Learn how to find a balance between conforming to your environment and being yourself
- Find out how to utilize your flexibility and resources to navigate your path to success
- And more...
In this episode you will hear from Roy Paul. Roy Paul is the Executive Director of Cents Ability and has years of experience in the non-profit, political and private sectors. At the age of 19, he became the youngest African-American elected to office in New York State, serving 5 years on a School Board. Prior to Cents Ability, he served as the head of Government Relations and Outreach for the Jamel Robinson Child Welfare Reform Initiative. Roy received his bachelor's degree from Queens College, a master's degree from the New School University, and is the recipient of an honorary doctorate degree from a theological seminary.
In this episode you will learn:
- Learn ways to think outside of the general constraints of undesirable financial situations
- Understand how to properly analyze your money situation before making a big move
- Learn how to set budgets early to avoid debt in the future
- Find out why dedicating time to networking is most important at a young age
- Learn ways to excel in your career by being open to all opportunities
- Gain helpful budgeting tips to live more comfortably
- And lots more...
In this episode you will hear from two-time WNBA Champion Yolanda Moore. Yolanda Moore is CEO of Yolanda Moore Global, a career and personal development consulting and training firm. Her relentless will to have a life outside of the farm she grew up on in Mississippi is what propelled her to become a two-time WNBA Champion and head women's college basketball coach at the JUCO, Division I & II levels. In her coaching career, Yolanda has taken two teams from last place in their conferences to conference champions. In 2018, as head women's basketball coach at Clark Atlanta University, Yolanda was named the 2018 Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Coach of the Year after taking her team from "worst to first" winning both the SIAC Eastern Division Championship and the SIAC Conference Tournament Championship which earned the Lady Panthers a spot in the Division II Women's NCAA Tournament a feat they hadn't accomplished in over five years.
In this episode you will learn:
- Knowing how and when to decide to give up or give it all you’ve got
- How to make your passion work for you
- How to avoid distractions and make solid decisions so you can reach your goals
- Using your passion to fuel your success
- Keys to using adversity to your advantage
- And lots more...
In this special episode of HACKED, you will hear from Mr. Brandon Oakes. Mr. Oakes serves as Director – North American Sales and Marketing at OriginGPS LTD. Mr. Oakes served as Sales Manager at OriginGPS LTD. Mr. Oakes spent ten years in R&D split between Garmin and Sprint. He also served as the lead wireless consultant for a U.S. Department of Energy-funded Smart Grid pilot with Kansas City Power & Light. Prior to joining OriginGPS, he was instrumental in the launch, growth and overall leadershipfor Future Connectivity Solutions. He holds an M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering and an MBA in Finance, both from the University of Missouri and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Kansas.
In this episode you will learn:
- What is IOT and why is it important?
- Why IOT is the "new normal"
- Embracing your "engineering" mindset
- How crowd sourcing enhances the opportunity to innovate
- How IOT can impact the choices you make by accurately predicting outcomes
- How to embrace new technology and not become content with the way things are
- What's next in the future of IOT?
- And more...
In this special episode of HACKED, you will hear from Cyber Security Expert, Ladi Adefala. Ladi Adefala is a passionate cyber security professional with a broad range of expertise that spans multiple security domains including cyber security strategy, solution architectures, security risk assessments, cyber threat intelligence and research and cyber security training. Adefala’s background in information technology and security began with stints at Red Hat Consulting, AT&T and World Wide Technology Inc., and his credentials include an MBA from Washington University and multiple industry certifications.
In this episode you will learn:
- Simple ways to protect yourself from hackers
- What are threat actors and how to protect yourself
- Malware secrets and how to prevent sharing your banking information
- How hackers use social media to hack your bank accounts, identity and more
- Privacy settings and what you should change immediately
- How updating your favorite apps can make you a target for cyber criminals
- And lots more...
In this special episode of HACKED, Robert Steward sits down with students from Jennings High School to discuss how they use technology, emerging trends, and strategies on how to get a head start in the career of their dreams. In this episode you will learn:
- Why all industries at every level need innovation from data science
- How to use technology to get a distinct advantage
- How cybersecurity and data science work as a team playing defensive and offensive roles
- How hands-on physical labor occupations are emerging into more data-driven jobs
- How technology is changing and what it means to GenZ
- Prevent cyber security threats at school and home
- And lots more...
In this episode you will hear from a Wealth Strategist and Financial Advisor. He started his career as a Sportscaster for over 15 years. He then ran a his own thriving business where he learned the ins and out of building multiple streams of income and how to build and manage a profitable investment portfolio; which led him to current role. Today he advises some of the country’s most successful business owners on how to diversify their investments and build wealth. In this episode you will learn:
- Passive income 101
- Millennial hacks for banking
- Should you own or rent your home?
- How to build a profitable portfolio with diverse assets
- Rethinking retirement and what it really means
- And lots more...
Eugene Taylor is the President of Taylor'd Business Solutions, Inc., a management consulting firm focused on helping businesses solve the complex challenges and decisions facing their company today. Taylor'd Business Solutions, Inc. consultants have helped many clients to maintain and achieve successful businesses with financially sound practices.
- What is mind mapping and why it’s essential to your success
- How to use your creativity to solve problems
- The little known secret to being more efficient
- Communications secrets that help keep everyone on track
- And lots more...
In this episode of HACKED you will hear Gerald Gourdain, Consultant at All Native Group about how technology is changing and what that means to the workforce and students.
In this episode you will learn:
- Keys to managing your millennial workforce
- The future of A.I and the decision making process
- The importance of technology and how everyone can use it to their advantage
- How to use continuous learning as a competitive advantage
- How careers are changing and what it means for the next generation
- And lots more...
In this episode of HACKED you will hear from Jennings School District Superintendent and Instructors from Georgia Tech Research Institute on the latest changes in technology, how it is changing education and what that means for the next generation of students.
In this episode you will learn:
- What is data science and what it means for the next generation
- How technology has changed and how it will affect education
- The newest innovation in A.I
- What is 5G, the pros, cons and concerns
- What are smart cities and how to protect your data
Cody Beck is the Founder of Power Rank Marketing, a marketing agency based in Washington, Missouri that specializes in helping companies reach their target market using SEO, and digital marketing strategies.
In this episode Cody Beck shares:
- How to gain experience quickly while getting paid
- How to find your target market online
- Why social media marketing
- How to maximize your ROI
- And lots more...
Vicki Colton is a focused leader with a track record of success in identifying opportunities, assessing business needs and then creating platforms for change that are rooted in shared desired outcomes. Vicki is a Six Sigma Black Belt, who helps employees at all levels of the organization unlock their greatest potential.
In this episode you will learn:
- Why you should never being curious and how to use it to your advantage
- How to ignore other people’s limiting beliefs of you and prove them wrong
- How to fail forward and define your own success
- How to develop a positive reputation and get any job you want
- The three simple keys to fast track your success
- And lots more…
In this episode of HACKED, you'll hear from Matthew Hulsey, Business Operations Manager at End to End Solutions. Matthew manages software development and program management with Fortune 500 companies and at the age of 25 he has worked his way up the corporate ladder as the youngest manager at his company. In this episode you will learn:
- How to gain the respect of the CEO at any company
- How to be more confident when being the youngest manager on the team
- The key to being a great leader and bring value to your corporation
- How to build excitement and keep your team supercharged
- How to get comfortable with being uncomfortable
- And lots more...
Millennial Hacks for Being Innovative and Using Technology to Your Advantage with Devin Piotrowski
Robert Steward is the award-winning CEO and President of Integra Advanced Technology Solutions, a leading IT & program management firm that creates simple & secure solutions to drive productivity and profitability for Fortune 100 companies and Government Agencies.
In this episode you will learn:
- How to work your way up the corporate ladder from intern to trusted advisor
- How to lead when you are young and ambitious
- The real limits to your success and how to overcome them
- How to land a job in IT and Cyber Security
- The future of virtual reality and how to use it to your advantage
- And lots more….
Robert Steward is the award-winning CEO and President of Integra Advanced Technology Solutions, a leading IT & program management firm that creates simple & secure solutions to drive productivity and profitability for Fortune 100 companies and Government Agencies.
In this episode you will learn:
- The Pilot shortage problem and how you can be a part of the solution
- Interested in becoming a commercial airline pilot? Here’s how to get the training for FREE
- Best tips and practices to making it the airline industry with Billy Hartman American Airline Pilot & Aviation Instructor
- And lots more...
Technology has changed the game for every one, every industry, and everything. Every week on HACKED you will hear from industry experts, self-made millionaire entrepreneurs and celebrities who have unlocked the code to success using technology. Each guest will share career, life and productivity hacks to help you create a fulfilling life and career on your own terms. Never miss an episode by using these 4 easy steps. 1) Subscribe to this podcast 2) Turn on automatic downloads 3) Enjoy every FREE episode full of success secrets, stories, and step-by-step tips 4) Go to thehackedpodcast.com and join our tribe. Together we will unlock the code to success.
In this episode you will hear from your host Robert Steward. During this show he will share the inspiration for HACKED, what this podcast is all about and why this podcast is important.