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, ... »
One of the biggest problems with today’s sales force is the reliance on tactics that were documented back in 1873. This tactic and process assume that the salesperson can do everything, including prospecting, negotiating, closing, demonstrating the product or service, following up, and taking care of the customer overall. Back in those days, that process ... »
There are many different behavioral and value analysis tools out there, like the Meyers Briggs and Enneagram tests, emotional intelligence tools, and others. Many people deem these assessments as helpful, both in personal and professional realms, but they can be truly invaluable when it comes to creating trust with your clients and building relationships with ... »
Are you ready to break free from fear and self-doubt? In this episode, we dive into the transformative insights from Fred Joyal’s bestselling book, Super Bold: From Underconfident to Charismatic in 90 Days. Join us as we explore how to cultivate boldness and charisma as essential skills for personal and professional success. Key Takeaways: Boldness ... »
In today’s fast-paced, people-driven workplaces, empathic leadership is emerging as a powerful approach for sustainable success. In a recent podcast episode, host John Golden interviewed Mell Balment, an expert in empathic leadership, who shared valuable insights on how highly sensitive individuals can thrive in leadership roles without burning out. Mell emphasizes the concept of energetic ... »
The biggest mistake B2B SaaS and AI companies make is competitor-based pricing. This method disconnects your price from your customer value, commoditizing your unique AI solution and eroding profitability. You Need the SVC Pricing Framework: Strategic pricing expert Dan Balcauski recommends building your strategy on the SVC Model—a systematic approach for sustained revenue growth: Segments: ... »
In an era of generic, AI-generated content, the ability to connect authentically is a non-negotiable for high-ticket sales. This episode features Caroline Onyedinma, an expert strategist who cracked the code on making stories a scalable asset without losing the human touch. Caroline introduced her signature “Choose Your Speed” method—a practical storytelling framework designed to eliminate ... »
Outbound contact centers are at a crossroads, where technological necessity meets complex legal mandates. The pressure is on sales leaders and contact center managers to adopt intelligent solutions without falling foul of evolving regulations like the TCPA (Telephone Consumer Protection Act). On this episode of the Sales POP! podcast, we go deep with Nima Hakimi, ... »
If your pipeline is full of “maybes” and stalled deals, you’re missing a crucial commitment strategy. Sales coach Andy Gole offers two high-leverage techniques to stop buyers from ghosting you and ensure every next step is real. This isn’t about pressure; it’s about clarity. We’re breaking down the steps to filter non-serious prospects and lock ... »
