In this podcast episode, John Golden from Sales POP Online Sales Magazine and Pipeline CRM interviews Adam Callinan, founder of Pentane, a SaaS platform. They discuss the financial challenges faced by early-stage companies, emphasizing common mistakes such as overspending on payroll and office space without understanding the financials. Adam shares insights from his experience with Pentane and Bottle Keeper, highlighting the importance of controlling fixed expenses and avoiding the “growth at all costs” mentality. The conversation underscores the need for a clear grasp of key performance indicators and financial concepts to achieve and sustain profitability

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In this episode of the Expert Insight Interview, host John Golden speaks with Robert and Kay Fukui, co-founders of IE 61 Inc and authors of “Tandem: The Married Entrepreneur’s Guide for Greater Work-Life Balance.” The discussion centers on the unique challenges married entrepreneurs face in balancing their business and personal lives. Robert and Kay share their personal experiences and strategies for achieving better work-life balance, such as setting boundaries with technology, prioritizing quality time, and leveraging each other’s strengths. They also introduce their consulting program, “Power Couples by Design,” aimed at helping entrepreneurial couples thrive both professionally and personally.

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In this podcast episode, John Golden interviews Ahuva Gruen, a seasoned fractional CFO and founder of AG Financial CPA. They explore the critical challenges businesses face in achieving profitability. Ahuva shares her expertise on the importance of proper pricing, strategic employee placement, and establishing accountability. She stresses the need for meticulous tracking of costs and expenses, maintaining cash reserves, streamlining processes, and delegating effectively. The discussion aims to provide entrepreneurs with insights on maximizing their company’s potential and includes a free resource on avoiding common financial mistakes.

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In this podcast episode, John Golden interviews Neil Sahota, a United Nations AI advisor and IBM master inventor, about the advancements and implications of artificial intelligence. They explore the impact of AI on industries, the emergence of AI agents, and ethical concerns such as data security and the need for transparent regulations. Neil highlights the importance of discerning the value of AI tools and the future developments like artificial empathy and digital twins. The episode emphasizes AI’s potential for positive change and the necessity for organizations to thoughtfully integrate AI solutions.

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In this podcast episode, John Golden from Sales POP! Online Sales Magazine and Pipeline CRM hosts Dionne Mejer, CEO of Revenue By Design. They explore a three-step process for unlocking revenue growth. Dionne shares her 25 years of experience, emphasizing the importance of identifying, specifying, and testifying in the sales cycle.

Dionne explains the necessity of clear understanding and alignment within sales teams. She highlights how simplification can improve performance indicators and team cohesion. The episode concludes with Dionne offering resources on LinkedIn and the Revenue By Design website. John praises the value of Dionne’s expertise in enhancing sales team success.

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In this podcast episode, John Golden interviews Kim Peterson Stone, a LinkedIn expert and founder of Linkability. They delve into strategies for effectively using LinkedIn and Sales Navigator, emphasizing the importance of personal connections, consistency, and providing value to drive business success. They discuss the impact of automation and AI on LinkedIn outreach and caution against blindly following trends, instead recommending a focus on foundational activities. Kim shares insights from her business, which helps clients optimize their LinkedIn presence and offers to assist listeners with their LinkedIn strategies. The conversation highlights the significance of intentional engagement and patience in building a strong LinkedIn network.

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In this episode of the podcast, John Golden chats with Diane Strand. They discuss how creativity, marketing, and business blend together. John and Diane stress the key to success: being real and building a personal brand.

They talk about how social media influences how people see us. Diane offers tips from her long career in entertainment, emphasizing the need to be ready for anything. They also discuss why connecting with others and having a good support network is essential.

Diane wears many hats as an entrepreneur, executive producer, TV host, author, and founder of a nonprofit. The episode ends with an invitation to learn more about Diane’s life and a thank-you for the enriching talk.

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