Author: Don Yaeger

Torchy’s Tacos Founder Mike Rypka shares his journey from addiction to influence— an inside look at the rise of the beloved taco brand

Written on January 14, 2026.

Mike Rypka Torchy’s Tacos Founder shares his journey from addiction to influence— an inside look at the rise of the beloved taco brand Corporate Competitor Podcast Episode 249 [chevron-down] This episode is also available on Youtube. Search Episodes Search by name, company or episode number. Generic...

Success Is As Much About Fit As Talent—Just Ask Indiana Coach Curt Cignetti

Written on January 12, 2026.

In case anyone forgot, the College Football National Championship is won on the field. That might be the most obvious sentence ever written, but at the same time it seems that more and more fans and pundits believe the sport’s biggest trophy is won on National Signing Day, not during the title game.

Nick Saban Proves Your Greatest Achievement Is The Size of Your Tree

Written on January 6, 2026.

When it comes to your impact as a leader, the number of branches on your “tree” matters. Here’s what I mean: Think about Nick Saban. Widely regarded as one of the greatest college football coaches ever, the former Alabama signal caller’s most significant impact on the game today may not be the seven championships he won over the years. Instead, it might just be his extensive coaching tree.

World Class Executive Coach Jack Daly asks: You can make more money, but not more time— how are you using yours?

Written on December 31, 2025.

Jack Daly World Class Executive Coach Jack Daly asks: You can make more money, but not more time— how are you using yours? Corporate Competitor Podcast Episode 248 [chevron-down] This episode is also available on Youtube, Apple, and Spotify. Search Episodes Search by name, company or episode number. Generic...

Future NFL Hall of Famer Travis Kelce Shows It’s Not How You Start, It’s How You Finish.

Written on December 30, 2025.

On NFL draft day when collegiate football players are selected to join NFL teams, you can see the joy on their faces. These young men with so much in front of them—their grins tell a whole story. But what about the day they have to finally hang up their cleats? The way players handle their path to that day says even more about them.

Reinvention Must Be Constant, The Seahawks’ Instant Classic Proves It

Written on December 21, 2025.

As the first quarter of the 21st century concludes and we venture toward the new year, one word you may hear regularly is reinvention. After all, the only constant in life is change. But how does one go about changing well—indeed, how do we reinvent ourselves? It’s a difficult question to answer, but for a few hints, we can turn to this week’s football game between the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams. The...

Hugh & Grace Founder Sara Jensen on When Mentors Are Miles Away – The Unexpected Inspiration That Drove Her Wellness Company

Written on December 16, 2025.

Sara Jensen When Mentors Are Miles Away – The Unexpected Inspiration That Drove Her Wellness Company Corporate Competitor Podcast Episode 247 [chevron-down] This episode is also available on Youtube. Search Episodes Search by name, company or episode number. Generic...

Undefeated Indiana Proves Past Doesn’t Dictate Future Success

Written on December 15, 2025.

In college football, bluebloods often rule the day. Think: Alabama, Ohio State and Michigan. This year, however, there’s a new challenger. And it’s led by the latest Heisman Trophy-winner.

Former World No.1 Tennis Player Stan Smith and Business Partner Gary Niebur on Winning Trust: How to Create Moments That Matter

Written on December 9, 2025.

Stan Smith Former World No.1 Tennis Player Stan Smith and Business Partner Gary Niebur on Winning Trust: How to Create Moments That Matter Corporate Competitor Podcast Episode 238 [chevron-down] This episode is also available on Youtube. Search Episodes Search by name, company or episode number. Generic...