HACK YeA

12/05/2025

Every leader has a why.
Today, Kim shares hers.

She’s always been the connector —
the one who brings people together,
the one who creates belonging,
the one who helps others grow.

It’s the same spirit she brings as a proud Michigan Wolverine 💙💛
— steady, resilient, team-first.
If leadership had a quarterback,
Kim would be our Blake Corum:
driving forward, breaking tackles,
and lifting the whole team with her.

Her why is simple:
Build community. Spark growth. Empower people to thrive.

🎧 Watch the Mini drop: The Power of Why – Kim’s Why
Short, real, and made to fit your schedule.
https://youtu.be/JT8mGLr-Fx0

11/27/2025

What’s better than turkey dinner on Thanksgiving?
Better than pumpkin pie?
Better than binge-watching football all weekend?

👉 Watching Dan Hess reveal his REAL superpower: Relationship Builder.
And trust me… it’s stronger than any Marvel character’s.

If you want to level up your career (or just learn how to make people feel like family on Day 1), this episode is a must-watch.

📺 Episode 26: The Art of Building Relationships
https://youtu.be/grhUG7AnnFk

And since it's Thanksgiving… don’t forget to catch Dan’s first episode on Giving Back.
https://youtu.be/n7jEjG88B_Y

Hack Yea! 🦃🔥

11/23/2025

I’ve always believed that everyone has a “why” — a deeper purpose shaping the way they show up in the world. But in our latest HACK YeA! episode, Gary Kam reminded me what it looks like when someone lives that purpose every single day.

Hearing him share his story — immigrating at 10, navigating a new country, finding his voice without a clear roadmap, and vowing to never stand by when someone needed support — moved me more than I expected. His “why” has been years in the making, shaped by challenge, resilience, and a commitment to help people break barriers with him, not behind him.

What struck me most is how he turned that promise into action. The peer-to-peer mentorship program he created isn’t just a concept… it’s a living legacy. Nine years, 20+ people impacted, and countless ripples of growth because Gary chose to build the kind of support system he once wished he had.

I’m grateful to know and work alongside someone whose purpose is so rooted in service, courage, and generosity. If you’ve ever wondered how someone discovers their “why,” or what it looks like when it’s carried out with intention — this episode is worth the listen.

Thank you, Gary, for leading with heart and inspiring all of us to reflect on our own why.

🔗 Episode 4 is live now. Visit https://lnkd.in/gkV_VuT9

Would love to hear what resonates with you most.

Kim, The Pathfinder

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11/21/2025

Michael Jordan plays for greatness.
Gary Kam plays for purpose.

What’s the real difference between MJ and GK?
- It’s not talent.
- It’s not fame.
- It’s their why.

🎧 Catch the full story in our latest mini-pod:
The Power of Why – Gary’s Why
https://youtu.be/lMpnbKhXm2s

11/14/2025

Building a wall or a cathedral?
Perspective changes everything.

🎧 Watch now: The Power of Why – Bricks or Cathedral
https://youtu.be/b2O7pgoA1jY

11/07/2025

“Men wanted for hazardous journey.
Small wages, bitter cold,
long months of darkness,
constant danger,
safe return doubtful."

That’s the ad explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton posted before his Antarctic expedition… and people lined up to join him.
Why?

Because they didn’t just sign up for a job — they signed up for a mission.
That’s the power of why.

In our latest Hack Yea! mini-pod, Kim and I break down how purpose attracts the right people, builds resilient teams, and keeps you going when things get tough.

Watch now: The Power of Why: Crazy Job Ad That Attracts the Right People
Short, powerful, and made to fit your schedule.
https://youtu.be/F__RZheX-34?si=WPASkSVIIAZn7AdC

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10/30/2025

Something new has arrived… and it’s more than just a logo. 👀

Today, we’re unveiling the new look of HACK YeA!
A design built with clarity, intention, and purpose — inspired by feedback from our incredible Hackster community. 💡
Huge shoutout to Jennifer Liu, the Code Breaker’s wife, for bringing this logo vision to life with creativity and heart. 🎨

And that’s not the only change.
Our new mini-pod format is here — shorter, sharper episodes designed to fit right into your day. Because we get it: you’re busy building your own why.
Also, this refresh isn’t just a facelift — it’s a reflection of our mission:
"To intentionally enhance people and systems’ potential and empower micro innovations that create macro results."

Want to know the story behind the change?
👉 Tune in to our latest episode, The Power of Why (Mini Pod 1), dropped today: https://youtu.be/dV_PfaiVuJU

Welcome to a brand-new Hack Yea! mini-series: The Power of Why 🔥In this 3–5 minute drop, Gary Kam (The Code Breaker) and Kim King (The Pathfinder) kick off ...

10/23/2025

True leadership doesn’t stop at the office door.

This week on HACK YeA!, we’re sitting down with Dan Hess, a retired Elkay leader who turned his career success into a lifelong mission of service.

From cleaning rivers with Living Lands & Waters to supporting veterans through K9s for Veterans, Dan reminds us that giving back is more than charity — it’s how we stay connected to what really matters.

Tune in Thursday to hear how one small act of kindness can ripple into something much bigger. 🌊🐾

🎧 New Episode: The Importance of Giving Back
Watch Now: https://youtu.be/n7jEjG88B_Y
🔗 www.hackyea.com

What does “success” really mean if we’re not giving back? 💭In this heartfelt episode, Kim (The Pathfinder) and Gary (The Code Breaker) sit down with Dan Hes...

10/17/2025

It’s DROP DAY! 🎧🔥https://youtu.be/yT1K5LqtEe4

New Hack Yea! episode — “Prompt Engineering with GPT” — is live.

Kim and I walk through how to get better results from AI with tiny, repeatable prompt hacks.

From debugging Power BI to tightening resume bullets — we show how GPT can be your co-pilot (not the pilot).

Top takeaway? Use this formula: Role + Task + Constraint — and iterate.

Want an instant win? Ask GPT to rewrite one resume bullet to lead with a quantified result — then compare.

Listen now, share with your team, and tell us: what prompt should we test next on the show?

Subscribe + comment with your prompt wins. Let’s hack it. 💡

In this episode of Hack Yea!, Gary (The Code Breaker) and Kim (The Pathfinder) dive into Prompt Engineering with GPT — the real skill behind getting AI to wo...

10/09/2025

New Episode is LIVE!

We’ve been building a series on workplace mental wellness with Tiara Jackson, LPC, and today’s episode is one of the most practical yet: “Coping Skills in the Workplace… and Beyond”

Tiara walks us through:
- Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) — 2 minutes, instant stress relief.
- Deep Breathing (4-4-6 method) — reset your mind & body anywhere.
- Why these skills aren’t just for work — they travel with you into every part of life.

Her challenge? Take two minutes today to try one of these techniques and see the difference for yourself.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/Zlf2iK6ngcU
Then tell us — which coping skill are you practicing today?

Gary Kam

***Disclaimer:***The content of this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional mental h...