OhHello with Jeremy Bloom

Jeremy Bloom chats with Marketecture’s Chief Strategy Officer, Sam Khoury, about building meaningful careers through mentorship, collaboration, and humility. From navigating challenges to leading with empathy, Sam shares how success is less about titles and more about balance, awareness, and continuous growth.

Takeaway

Mentorship is the key to personal and professional growth.

Self-awareness builds better teams and stronger leaders.

Asking for help early prevents bigger challenges later.

Balance between work and life defines long-term success.

True leadership comes from collaboration, not control.

Chapter

00:00 Introduction and Sam’s journey

03:30 Lessons from mentors who shaped his path

06:10 Defining real strategy and holistic thinking

08:20 The strength in humility and asking for help

12:00 Staying consistent through challenges

15:10 Creating a culture of trust and openness

18:00 Finding fulfillment through balance

21:20 Final advice on leadership and growth

Jeremy Bloom sits down with Kate Herbert, Executive Coach, Leadership Coach, and former ad tech executive, to explore her journey through DoubleClick, Google, MoPub, and Oracle. Kate shares valuable lessons on leadership, mentorship, career development, and building lasting professional relationships. From navigating global teams to advising AI startups, she explains why great leaders ask powerful questions, build trust, and empower others to succeed.

Takeaways

- Leadership Is About Asking the Right Questions: Great leaders empower teams through curiosity, collaboration, and shared vision rather than having all the answers.

- Build Relationships That Last: Strong professional networks and trusted mentors can open doors and create opportunities throughout your career.

- Take Ownership of Your Career: Setting boundaries, recognizing blind spots, and making intentional decisions are essential for professional growth.

- Mentorship Accelerates Success: Honest feedback, trust, and executive coaching help professionals become more confident and effective leaders.

- Embrace New Opportunities: Career growth often comes from taking risks, exploring unfamiliar roles, and learning from every experience.

- AI Is Transforming Advertising: Emerging AI technologies are reshaping ad tech, but human creativity, strategic thinking, and decision-making remain essential.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Kate Herbert and OhHello

00:31 Kate Herbert's Background in Ad Tech and Coaching

01:29 Global Leadership Experience at DoubleClick and Google

03:27 From Solutions Consulting to Leadership

05:21 Building MoPub and Growing Professional Networks

07:52 The Mentors Who Shaped Kate's Career

09:34 Trust, Honest Feedback, and Executive Coaching

11:32 Leadership Lessons from Oracle

12:54 The Journey from Ad Tech Executive to Coach

13:31 Redefining Leadership and Empowering Teams

15:50 Advising Startups and Supporting Founders

18:11 AI Innovation and Emerging Advertising Technologies

19:50 The Future of AI Agents in Advertising

20:36 Career Advice and Taking the Next Step

21:54 Closing Remarks

Jeremy Bloom sits down with Ian Schafer, co-founder of Ensemble, to explore entrepreneurship, leadership, mentorship, and the future of the creator economy. Ian shares his journey from founding Deep Focus to building entertainment ventures with Issa Rae, the rise of creator-led content, and why meaningful relationships are essential to long-term success. Discover valuable lessons on innovation, audience-first storytelling, networking, and the power of helping others succeed.

Takeaways

- Ian Schafer shares his journey from founding Deep Focus to building creator-led entertainment businesses.

- The creator economy is reshaping how brands, audiences, and entertainment companies connect.

- Building successful content starts with understanding audiences and prioritizing authentic storytelling.

- Strong mentors and professional relationships help entrepreneurs navigate challenges and opportunities.

- Generosity, meaningful connections, and helping others are essential to lasting success.

chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ian Schafer

01:14 Ian's Career in Media and Advertising

02:18 Founding Deep Focus and Reinventing Digital Advertising

04:43 Building HoRaye Media and Ensemble with Issa Rae

07:34 The Rise of the Creator Economy

09:42 Issa Rae's Journey from YouTube to Hollywood

11:09 Audience-First Storytelling and Brand Partnerships

14:45 The Power of Access and Early Mentorship

19:00 Challenging Industry Norms and Learning from Mentors

24:33 Post Credits: The Future of Hollywood and Creators

27:15 Career Advice, Networking, and Giving Back

30:36 Why Generosity and Mentorship Matter

31:42 Closing Remarks

Jeremy Bloom sits down with Kevin Kowalick, Professor & Executive Coach, Amy Chou, Former TikTok Leader & Executive Coach, and Stacy Bohrer, SVP at OpenX, for a candid conversation about career pivots, confidence, leadership, and personal growth. They share lessons on navigating major career decisions, overcoming self-doubt, building an authentic leadership style, advocating for yourself, and defining success on your own terms.

Takeaways:

- Define success on your own terms.

- Confidence grows through action and practice.

- Great leadership comes in different styles.

- Self-advocacy is essential for career growth.

- Career pivots require courage and preparation.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome and Introducing the OhHello Mentor Panel

01:38 Meet Kevin, Amy, and Stacy

03:14 Career Changes, Risk, and Knowing When to Move On

04:25 Planning for a Major Career Pivot

06:15 Amy on Redefining Personal Success

09:21 What Confidence Really Looks Like

11:46 Leadership, Ego, and Making Decisions

13:14 Building Confidence Without Being the Loudest Voice

17:09 Different Styles of Effective Leadership

17:59 What Mentoring and Coaching Teach Leaders

20:18 Why Self-Advocacy Matters

21:25 Experience, Instincts, and Trusting Your Judgment

22:32 Closing Thoughts and Connecting With the OhHello Mentors

In this engaging conversation, Jeremy Bloom and Jason DaWayne Smith explore themes of friendship, authenticity, personal growth, and the importance of mentorship. They discuss the significance of living a life of service, the zest for life that comes from overcoming challenges, and the role of community in personal and professional development. Jason shares his experiences with climbing, building businesses, and the impact of mentors in his life, emphasizing the need for genuine connections and the courage to disrupt one's narrative for growth.

00:00 Introduction and Friendship Dynamics

02:44 The Importance of Authenticity and Leadership

05:46 Zest for Life and Personal Growth

08:36 The 29,029 Challenge: A Journey of Self-Discovery

11:31 Community and Mentorship: Building Connections

14:37 Chicago Brothers: Empowering Multicultural Men

21:55 Community Support and Professional Development

23:55 Building Businesses and Overcoming Fear

30:29 The Importance of Mentorship

39:44 Disrupting Your Narrative for Growth

Jeremy Bloom sits down with Marc Grabowski, Chief Operating Officer at Integral Ad Science, to reflect on more than 25 years in ad tech and the lessons that shaped his career. Marc shares his perspective on the responsibilities of CEOs and COOs, the importance of mentors and strong teams, and why leadership requires trust, communication, and understanding what motivates people. He also connects lessons from ultramarathons to career growth, explaining how discipline, preparation, and community contribute to long-term success. The conversation explores mentorship, becoming an expert in your field, curiosity as a leadership strength, and why finding purpose beyond titles and promotions can lead to a more meaningful career.

Takeaways

- Great leadership requires ownership and trust.

- Discipline creates opportunities for long-term growth.

- Strong leaders understand what motivates their teams.

- Becoming an expert can open new career opportunities.

- Purpose matters beyond titles and promotions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:51 Marc’s Ad Tech Career

03:19 CEO vs. COO Leadership

06:26 Mentors and Career Influences

09:39 Talent and Opportunity

10:26 Lessons from Ultramarathons

13:58 Common Leadership Mistakes

17:09 Leading Teams at Scale

19:16 Boss, Coach, and Mentor

23:02 Discipline and Career Growth

28:02 Becoming an Expert

29:25 Curiosity as a Superpower

32:07 The OhHello Mission

35:06 Finding Your Purpose

38:08 Closing

Alex Sherman, Co-Founder & CEO of Bluefish, joins Jeremy Bloom to discuss entrepreneurship, mentorship, leadership, AI startup culture, and why success doesn’t require sacrificing kindness or strong relationships.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Meet Alex Sherman

01:17 Building Bluefish

05:21 Building With People You Trust

08:13 The Power of Mentorship

11:30 Reputation and Relationships

14:33 Building a “Smart and Kind” Culture

22:09 Evolving as a Leader

25:33 Advice for Young Founders

26:39 Toxic AI and Startup Culture

29:37 Winning Without Being a Jerk

31:36 Closing Thoughts

Josh Rangel, Senior Director of Social Strategy at Ogilvy, joins host Jeremy Bloom to discuss his journey from traditional PR to leading social strategy for some of the world’s most recognizable brands. Josh shares how authenticity, mentorship, calculated risks, and a people-first leadership style shaped his career. He also explains why brands should stop overengineering content and start communicating in ways that genuinely connect with their audiences.

Takeaways:

- How Josh transitioned from traditional PR to social media strategy

- Why developing an authentic professional voice can create new opportunities

- The mentors who helped shape Josh’s career and leadership approach

- Why brands often overthink and overproduce social content

- How Ogilvy refreshed Mastercard’s Priceless message for Gen Z

- Lessons Josh learned after being laid off following an 18-year tenure

- Why leaders should focus on what they can control and lead with empathy

Chapters:

00:00 Meet Josh Rangel of Ogilvy

02:12 From Traditional PR to Social Media

03:08 Launching Klondike on Twitter

04:44 Leading Social Strategy for Major Brands

05:51 How PR Shaped an Earned-First Mindset

07:23 Finding an Authentic Professional Voice

10:33 Mentors Who Shaped Josh’s Career

13:15 Leadership Through Confidence and Empathy

15:21 Why Brands Overcomplicate Social Content

18:29 Taking Creative Risks with Mastercard

21:44 Recovering and Rebuilding After a Layoff

24:53 Career and Leadership Advice

27:04 Final Thoughts and Closing

Evan Shapiro shares his journey from leading major media companies to becoming a successful creator and industry thought leader. Learn why personal branding, data-driven decision-making, and staying endlessly curious are essential for growth. Whether you're a marketer, founder, creator, or business leader, this conversation offers practical insights on leadership, the future of media, and how to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:22 Meet Evan Shapiro

03:38 From Executive to Creator

11:37 Personal Branding

19:09 Why Companies Struggle

23:34 The Power of Good Data

30:02 The Future of Media

31:25 Career Advice

36:11 Closing

In this engaging conversation, Jeremy Bloom hosts Kara Grenier, Chief People Officer, and Adam Katz, CEO of Sightly. They discuss the unique dynamics of their leadership roles, the importance of company culture, and the challenges of managing a distributed workforce. The conversation highlights the significance of mentorship, the need for continuous growth, and the value of community in the workplace. Both leaders share personal insights and experiences that shape their approach to leadership and employee development.

Takeaways

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Sightly and Its Leaders
02:39 The Dynamic Duo: CEO and Chief People Officer
05:23 Building a Distributed Workforce
08:49 Leadership and Employee Well-being
11:30 Cultivating Growth and Development
14:50 The Importance of Asking for Help
17:27 Mentorship and Community Building
20:29 Personal Growth and Learning
23:32 Closing Thoughts and Reflections