In this episode, host Teri Hoffman talks with Reid Carr, founder and CEO & Executive Creative Director of Red Door Interactive, about trusting instinct while using data to make smarter business decisions. Reid shares how his early observations about disconnected marketing tactics led him to build an agency focused on integration, clarity, and helping brands navigate complex buyer journeys. He also discusses the balance between intuition, testing, patience, and purpose when building brands that truly connect with customers.

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In this episode, host Teri Hoffman talks with Mark Lamplugh, Chief Marketing Officer of Tim Moran Auto Group, about trusting your instincts when making bold career moves. Mark shares how he followed his passion for cars and marketing into the automotive industry after years in healthcare and first responder-focused behavioral health marketing. He also discusses initiative, AI’s impact on marketing, and why the worst thing you can do with a hunch is ignore it.

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In this episode, host Teri Hoffman talks with Mark Mears, founder and Chief Growth Officer of LEAF Growth Ventures, about trusting gut instincts in life and business. Mark shares stories from his career and personal life that show how faith, purpose, and action can overcome fear, uncertainty, doubt, and delay. He also discusses ideas from his books, including purposeful growth, “love at work,” and how leaders can build workplaces where people feel seen, valued, and empowered.

This show is brought to you by the Vibe Method. This is a process that we use and teach to help innovators and marketers nail a unique customer story, and prove it will sell, long before they ever build, launch, or scale. To find out more about how we can help you nail a killer vibe before you go live with an idea or a brand message, go to www.gohunch.com

In this episode, host Teri Hoffman talks with David Grazio, co-founder and co-owner of Indirectly Inc., about how companies can grow smarter by building strategic partner channels instead of relying solely on direct sales. David shares insights from decades in technology marketing, explaining how the right partnerships can help businesses scale faster, expand into new markets, and create more sustainable growth. Their conversation also explores the importance of trusting your instincts, thinking creatively about go-to-market strategy, and recognizing opportunities others might overlook.

This show is brought to you by the Vibe Method. This is a process that we use and teach to help innovators and marketers nail a unique customer story, and prove it will sell, long before they ever build, launch, or scale. To find out more about how we can help you nail a killer vibe before you go live with an idea or a brand message, go to www.gohunch.com

In this episode, host Teri Hoffman sits down with Sajal Javid, owner of InclusivEdge HR Consulting, to explore the intersection of HR, leadership, and personal growth. Sajal shares how her background in social work shapes her empathetic leadership style and offers powerful insights on trusting your instincts, owning your voice, and navigating challenges, especially as a woman in leadership. The conversation highlights the importance of self-awareness, confidence, and learning from mistakes to grow both personally and professionally.

This show is brought to you by the Vibe Method. This is a process that we use and teach to help innovators and marketers nail a unique customer story, and prove it will sell, long before they ever build, launch, or scale. To find out more about how we can help you nail a killer vibe before you go live with an idea or a brand message, go to www.gohunch.com

In this episode, host Teri Hoffman talks with Amanda Lupis, founder of Amanda Lupis Coaching, about how intuition, resilience, and mindset have shaped both her life and her business. Amanda shares the powerful story of overcoming a devastating car accident, rebuilding her confidence, and turning the tools that helped her heal into a coaching method that now helps women pursue their goals and empowerment. Their conversation explores the importance of trusting your gut, honoring your own path, and using even life’s hardest moments as fuel for growth.

This show is brought to you by the Vibe Method. This is a process that we use and teach to help innovators and marketers nail a unique customer story, and prove it will sell, long before they ever build, launch, or scale. To find out more about how we can help you nail a killer vibe before you go live with an idea or a brand message, go to www.gohunch.com

In this episode, host Teri Hoffman talks with Lijie Zhu and Harri Laitinen, co-founders of icMercury, about how instinct, timing, and shared vision brought them together to build a company focused on making space exploration more accessible. Harri and Lijie share the story behind icMercury’s growth, including launching a satellite, supporting scientific research, and creating new ways for businesses and individuals to engage with space technology. Their conversation explores the power of trusting your gut, embracing innovation, and turning ambitious ideas into real opportunities.

This show is brought to you by the Vibe Method. This is a process that we use and teach to help innovators and marketers nail a unique customer story, and prove it will sell, long before they ever build, launch, or scale. To find out more about how we can help you nail a killer vibe before you go live with an idea or a brand message, go to www.gohunch.com

On this episode of Pardon My Hunch, host Teri Hoffman talks with Brian Reilly, co-founder and producer of KT Pictures, about trusting creative instincts while making and releasing independent films. Brian shares the behind-the-scenes story of Watching Mr. Pearson, including how a last-minute casting change and an unconventional grassroots distribution strategy ultimately led the project in a stronger direction. He also reflects on building KT Pictures with his lifelong friend and why sometimes the best path forward is the one you create yourself.

This show is brought to you by the Vibe Method. This is a process that we use and teach to help innovators and marketers nail a unique customer story, and prove it will sell, long before they ever build, launch, or scale. To find out more about how we can help you nail a killer vibe before you go live with an idea or a brand message, go to www.gohunch.com