How do you manage your manager? Managing upwards is one of the most underrated, yet critical skills that you can have as a frontline salesperson. It can make your direct report happier and calmer, which will, in turn, make your job easier, more peaceful, and better overall. Especially during the current crisis, sales managers are ... »
When you hear the expression, “taking the high road,” what comes to mind? The first reactions that many people have to the saying involve taking a more elevated, or ethical approach to something. Leading from the high road definitely has an ethical component, but it’s much more than that. Learning to lead from the high ... »
When people watch movies, they usually don’t notice the extras; the no names whose face flashes on the screen briefly and gets little to no attention. They notice the main character, the star of the movie who presents themselves confidently and strongly and has earned the role of lead. You can be the star of ... »
Motivating salespeople is always important, but it’s even more important during this international pandemic brought on by COVID-19. There is still business out there, and salespeople can thrive, even, in this environment. Dave Kurlan explores how to motivate salespeople when something comes out of left field and knocks you off your feet in this expert ... »
Many people are unfamiliar with strategic planning, and how it can create tremendous growth within an organization. And even if you are familiar with the concept, there can still be a lot of confusion over how to do it, or create consistency with a strategic plan. Strategic planning is a process or a system, that ... »
There has been a lot of talk about mindfulness over the last few years, but it is more relevant now than ever before, especially with the current global pandemic caused by COVID-19. People are more stressed and more burnt out than ever, and there are relative uncertainty and complex ambiguity on a global scale. The ... »
The United States is truly in a financial education crisis. At no point in our lives are we taught to manage our money. We’re not being taught in high school or college, and often times we’re not being taught by our parents either. Millennials go from not having any income in college and just focusing ... »
Digital selling is more important now than ever. It is invading many different aspects of our lives and careers. Sales can tend to be slow to adapt, especially when business is good. But there is no better time to start integrating digital selling tools than right now. We’re going through a unique upheaval with COVID-19, ... »
Investment advisor fraud is a growing concern for entrepreneurs, often beginning with subtle red flags. So what does a scam actually look like, and how can you recognize the signs before it’s too late? Financial expert Timothy Smith shares critical insights, explaining that most fraud schemes rely on a few common tactics. They promise “guaranteed” ... »
Are you still investing like it’s the year 1999? If so, you could be putting your financial future at risk. Our economy has fundamentally changed, shifting from a model of growth to one of massive debt. Financial expert Brandon Thor recently broke down this critical change. He highlighted that the strategies that worked in a ... »
Are you spreading yourself too thin in sales? Are you casting a wide net and only catching “sharks and trash”? In this episode, we’re talking with sales expert Katie Nelson, founder and CEO of Sales Uprising, who’s here to debunk a major myth: that a bigger pipeline means more sales. Katie, with over 30 years ... »
What if you could build a business where 95% of your work came from referrals? That’s the reality for legendary landscape architect Steve Griggs, and in this week’s episode, he’s sharing his playbook. Steve breaks down his core philosophy: it’s not about what you do, but how you make people feel. He discusses why he ... »
Is your “purpose-driven” culture just a slogan on a wall? In our latest episode, leadership expert Ryan Estes reveals how to build a company with a real soul. He argues that authentic leadership isn’t about grand gestures; it’s about intentional, daily practice. Here’s what you’re missing: Hire for Care, Not Just Skill: You can teach ... »
Are you running on empty? You’re not alone. With 66% of professionals reporting burnout, the old “hustle harder” model is officially failing us. In our latest episode, we sit down with master somatic coach Suzanne Roberts to uncover a radical solution: tapping into your body’s self-renewing energy source. She reveals how to stop leaking energy ... »
