OhHello with Jeremy Bloom

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OhHello with Jeremy Bloom is a no-BS career mentorship and leadership podcast for people who want to get better at what they do — and enjoy the process. Hosted by Jeremy Bloom, founder of OhHello.ai and co-founder of Marketecture Media, the show features unfiltered conversations with executives, founders, and creatives who have learned to navigate change, uncertainty, and reinvention in their careers. Each episode offers a look into the real stories behind the titles — how leaders overcome burnout, how they stay human while managing growth, and how vulnerability and curiosity shape modern leadership. Whether you’re leading a team, scaling a startup, or figuring out your next move, OhHello gives you actionable insights from people who’ve been there. No fluff. No jargon. Just human connection, better questions, and stories that remind us how mentorship — and honest conversation — can change everything. Why listen + watch: Learn from today’s most empathetic and high-impact leaders. Discover practical frameworks for growth, decision-making, and resilience. Hear what modern mentorship looks like in a world of AI, remote work, and constant change.

  1. 6d ago

    OhHello Ep. 126: Victoria Usher on Leadership, Listening & High-Performance Tech PR Teams Strategies

    Jeremy Bloom sits down with Victoria Usher, CEO of GingerMay, to discuss leadership, mentorship, communication, and the future of work in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Victoria shares lessons from her unconventional career path spanning nursing, politics, and PR, along with insights on active listening, managing high-pressure situations, building empowered teams, and why face-to-face connection matters more than ever in an AI-driven world. Takeaways Great leadership comes from leading by example and staying involved. Active listening is one of the most underrated business skills. Strong teams are built through shared ownership and clear communication. Gut instinct is often pattern recognition built through experience. Face-to-face communication still matters deeply in a digital world. Mentorship should guide people toward finding their own answers. High-performing leaders stay calm and decisive during stressful moments. Honest communication creates trust and clarity within organizations. Businesses need clearer boundaries and expectations post-COVID. Emotional intelligence is critical for leadership and client relationships. Chapters 00:00 Intro and Jeremy welcomes Victoria Usher 01:42 Victoria’s journey as CEO of GingerMay 03:02 Why working in tech and innovation is exciting 04:03 What great leadership actually means 06:03 Balancing team input with gut instinct 09:15 Mentorship and learning from Michelle Norman 12:28 How nursing and politics shaped Victoria’s leadership style 14:47 The power of active listening and mentorship 19:05 What companies get wrong about enablement 22:18 Honest communication and leading with clarity 24:10 Why face-to-face interaction matters more than ever 27:15 Thriving under pressure and crisis leadership 30:45 Victoria’s final advice on listening and communication

    32 min

  2. May 19

    OhHello Ep.125 Carrie Kramer on vulnerability, growth, and knowing when to move forward with clarity

    Carrie Kramer joins Jeremy Bloom on the OhHello.ai pod to reflect on nearly nine years of building Future Proofed, a sales training and consulting company focused on the media and advertising industry. Carrie shares the realities of entrepreneurship, the emotional highs and lows of running a business, the importance of vulnerability in leadership, and the lessons she learned about partnership, values, and progress over perfection. Takeaways Building a business means becoming a salesperson, even if you’ve never sold before. Progress over perfection creates momentum and growth. Strong partnerships can be the most rewarding part of entrepreneurship. Vulnerability helped Carrie build trust and credibility online. Entrepreneurship is often glamorized, but it is not for everyone. Aligning personal and business values can strengthen partnerships. Repeat clients are a reflection of trust and strong collaboration. Leadership requires asking for help and letting go of perfectionism. Chapters 00:00 Carrie Kramer joins the OhHello.ai pod. 00:40 Carrie explains the evolution of Future Proofed. 03:17 How Carrie and Bo Davis decided to merge businesses. 04:47 The biggest misconceptions about starting a company. 06:52 Learning how to sell for the first time. 08:16 The highs of entrepreneurship and client wins. 10:10 The lowest lows of running a business. 11:50 Leadership lessons and asking for help. 13:24 Why progress over perfection matters. 13:56 Becoming more vulnerable on LinkedIn. 16:01 What Carrie is most proud of after nine years. 18:05 Advice for people thinking about starting a business. 21:04 The importance of personal and business values. 22:48 What Carrie is excited for next. 23:47 Final reflections on growth and entrepreneurship

    24 min

  3. May 12

    OhHello Ep.124 Jes Santoro on Leadership, Mentorship, and the Human Side of Revenue Growth

    Jes Santoro, Chief Revenue Officer at Cadent, joins Jeremy Bloom for a candid conversation about leadership, mentorship, emotional intelligence, and building high-performing teams in today’s fast-changing media and advertising landscape. Jes shares lessons from nearly three decades in the industry, why mentorship goes beyond training, and how great leaders balance data-driven decision making with empathy and authenticity. From career growth to accountability and company culture, this episode is packed with practical insights for modern leaders. Takeaways Mentorship is about support, inspiration, and helping people grow. Training develops skills, mentorship develops people. Great leaders balance emotional intelligence with data-driven decision-making. Career growth is rarely linear, and curiosity matters most. Accountability works best when built on trust and authenticity. Strong leadership starts with self-awareness and surrounding yourself with great people. People stay where they feel supported, valued, and connected to purpose. Positivity and calm leadership create stronger teams. Chapters 00:00 Jeremy welcomes Jes Santoro to the podcast. 01:24 Jes shares his career journey from agencies to CRO at Cadent. 03:42 How leadership changed after COVID and remote work. 06:28 Jes explains his three-step mentorship philosophy. 09:27 The mentor who shaped Jes’s leadership approach. 12:38 The difference between training and true mentorship. 14:37 Why emotional intelligence matters more than ever. 18:37 Self-awareness and building balanced leadership teams. 20:48 Career growth is not linear. 23:11 Creating accountability without fear-based leadership. 26:05 The importance of purpose, trust, and authenticity. 27:07 Final leadership advice and reflections on the industry.

    28 min

  4. May 5

    OhHello Ep.123 The “CMO Whisperer” Reveals What Marketing Leaders Won’t Say Publicly with Steve Olenski

    Steve Olenski, Founder of The CMO Whisperer Advisory, joins Jeremy Bloom to share what CMOs really think behind closed doors on credibility, AI pressure, career growth, and why marketing is still misunderstood in the C-suite. Takeaways CMOs struggle with credibility, not creativity Marketing is still undervalued in the C-suite AI is increasing pressure on marketing teams Alignment matters more than “great work.” Everyone thinks they understand marketing The best leaders embrace humility and empathy Authenticity is critical for long-term success Career growth comes from understanding business impact Relationships are built with genuine intent Paying it forward is a leadership responsibility Chapters 00:00 Intro & Meeting the “CMO Whisperer” 01:00 The Origin Story at Forbes 04:10 What CMOs Really Say Behind Closed Doors 05:45 What the Industry Gets Wrong About Marketing 07:00 Why CMOs Have the Shortest Tenure in the C-Suite 08:25 What Marketers and Executives Don’t Understand 09:15 “Everyone Thinks They Know Marketing” 11:00 Breaking Down Silos in the C-Suite 11:25 Building Real Relationships & Access 13:45 What Keeps CMOs Up at Night 15:20 Mentorship & Career Growth 17:25 Lessons from Great Leaders 19:25 Hiring Smart People & Letting Them Lead 21:10 Common Career Mistakes 23:50 Advice for Younger Professionals 24:30 Final Thoughts: The Human Side of Business

    23 min

  5. Apr 21

    OhHello Ep. 122 Why Salespeople Burn Out And How to Actually Succeed with Dr. Deepak Bhootra

    Dr. Deepak Bhootra, Chief Executive Officer of Jabulani Consulting, shares hard truths about sales and leadership, and why so many professionals struggle despite all the tools, training, and technology available today. Takeaways Sales success is less about adding skills and more about removing internal noise Mindset and attitude matter more than technique Many salespeople burn out not from failure, but from pressure and emotional strain Leaders often focus on metrics but ignore the human behind performance Coaching people is more effective than managing numbers Asking for help is difficult because of fear and perceived expectations Self-compassion is critical for long-term growth and resilience Career growth often requires having difficult, avoided conversations Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Deepak Bhootra 01:20 Background, purpose, and personal journey 03:14 What most people get wrong about sales 04:22 Why salespeople burn out early 05:45 The importance of leading indicators 06:06 Why salespeople get stuck 07:39 Why people struggle to ask for help 09:00 Burnout, mental health, and career shifts 11:01 The power of coaching and mentorship 11:53 What leaders get wrong in enablement 13:29 Coaching people vs managing numbers 13:53 Mentors that shaped Deepak’s career 16:33 Advice for those feeling stuck 18:27 Final thoughts and closing

    18 min

  6. Apr 14

    OhHello Ep. 121 From Finance to Community Builder: Amelia Tran on Grit, Mentorship & Career Growth

    Amelia Tran, General Manager at Marketecture Media and Founder, Asteria Collective, shares her journey from finance to marketing, the power of community, and how grit, mentorship, and relationships shaped her career. Discover actionable insights on networking, trust-building, and navigating career growth. Takeaways Relationships should be built before asking for help Action matters more than perfection Consistency builds trust over time Mentorship can completely change your career path Grit comes from turning nothing into something Growth requires stepping outside your comfort zone Feedback helps you understand your true strengths Strong relationships make asking for help easier Chapters 00:15 Introduction and welcome  00:52 Amelia shares who she is and what she does  01:22 Running communities and building opportunities  02:23 Starting in finance and career pivot  03:00 Mentorship that changed her path  04:25 Early career and agency experience  06:24 Where her grit comes from  10:25 Building trust and credibility  13:24 Realizing she could operate at a higher level  16:20 Key mentors and influence  17:58 How to ask for help effectively  20:12 How high performers handle friction  21:45 Advice for when you feel stuck  23:02 Final thoughts on relationships and growth

    23 min

  7. Mar 31

    OhHello Ep. 120 Brad Jaehn on Mentorship, Leadership, and the Future of Work

    Brad Jaehn shares his recent experience of being unexpectedly terminated over mentoring activities, explores the importance of human connection in leadership, and discusses the evolving role of AI and distributed teams in the workplace. Takeaways: The importance of mentorship and human connection in leadership The impact of organizational culture on employee development The role of AI in the future of work and human guidance Challenges and opportunities of distributed teams The significance of asking for help and mentorship in career growth Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Connection 01:03 Brad Jaehn's Background and Career Highlights 02:05 Recent Termination Over Mentoring Activities 03:25 Reflections on the Impact of Mentoring and Giving Back 06:18 Organizational Investment in People and Leadership Development 07:56 The ROI of Employee Development and Mentorship 09:18 Mentoring as a Leadership Skill and Organizational Priority 09:52 Mentors Who Influenced Brad’s Career 11:20 The Role of Human Guidance in the Age of AI 13:34 Leading Distributed Teams and External Perspectives 15:02 The Future of Leadership and External Help 15:55 Advice for Aspiring Leaders and Mentorship 16:46 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts

    16 min

  8. Mar 24

    OhHello Ep. 119 On Confidence, Career Pivots & Choosing Movement Over Comfort

    Jackelyn Keller, a marketing leader, strategist, and educator—and Founder of Jackwell Partners, a marketing consultancy—shares her journey from sales assistant to CMO and what it taught her about trusting your instincts. Known for translating complex technology into clear, actionable strategy, she explores career pivots, building confidence without certainty, and why mentorship and relationships often matter more than resumes. Takeaways Confidence isn’t about having all the answers–it’s trusting that you’ll figure it out. Career growth comes from trying new things rather than staying where you’re comfortable. Relationships often matter more than what’s on your resume. Mentorship works best when it’s rooted in empathy and active listening. Taking care of yourself shapes how you show up at work and in life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jackelyn Keller and her background 02:30 Building a career across marketing, teaching, and entrepreneurship 06:10 Knowing when to push through versus when to pivot 07:45 Taking risks before feeling ready 10:00 Redefining confidence as self-trust 11:40 Overcoming fear of public speaking through teaching 14:15 Mentors who shaped her career 16:20 What makes a great mentor 17:20 Why leaders struggle to ask for help 18:20 Managing self-doubt and personal pressure 20:00 The importance of outside perspectives 22:20 Advice for early-career professionals 23:15 The value of mentorship and community

    23 min
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OhHello with Jeremy Bloom is a no-BS career mentorship and leadership podcast for people who want to get better at what they do — and enjoy the process. Hosted by Jeremy Bloom, founder of OhHello.ai and co-founder of Marketecture Media, the show features unfiltered conversations with executives, founders, and creatives who have learned to navigate change, uncertainty, and reinvention in their careers. Each episode offers a look into the real stories behind the titles — how leaders overcome burnout, how they stay human while managing growth, and how vulnerability and curiosity shape modern leadership. Whether you’re leading a team, scaling a startup, or figuring out your next move, OhHello gives you actionable insights from people who’ve been there. No fluff. No jargon. Just human connection, better questions, and stories that remind us how mentorship — and honest conversation — can change everything. Why listen + watch: Learn from today’s most empathetic and high-impact leaders. Discover practical frameworks for growth, decision-making, and resilience. Hear what modern mentorship looks like in a world of AI, remote work, and constant change.

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