Have you ever been very excited about a product or service based on the advertising you’ve seen, only to be extremely disappointed and confused when you actually became a customer? It can be incredibly difficult for the strategies of the boardroom and marketing team to actually be executed on the front lines of customer experience. ... »
Many people don’t understand the power of YouTube, and there are sales and business people out there who are not taking advantage of this platform. YouTube is the second largest search engine, and it’s used by people who want to buy your product or service every single day. A study done by Google found that ... »
The nature of leadership has changed extensively over the last few years, and many things have had to change and adapt in order to keep up with these changes. Twenty or thirty years ago, there was a notion that in order to be a leader, you had to have direct reports and be a part ... »
Constant and dramatic changes are becoming a regular thing in the business world, and many people don’t know how to respond or cope with this kind of chaos. It causes a lot of stress when you think about how the chaos continues to grow exponentially. Just coping with things isn’t a long term strategy, though. ... »
Jump on board! Steve Hall, podcast interview hosted by John Golden, as they discuss how to navigate the “C”! The C-suite, that is! Selling at the C-level can mean something very different depending on what you sell, who you sell to, the value of your product or service, and many other things. Learning the nuances ... »
The natural human condition is quite negative, and it takes a lot of work and discipline to reshape the way we think of ourselves, others, and the world. Influence and charisma is largely based on positivity, and communicating a positive message about yourself and your values to others. Mary Gardner is a nationally recognized public ... »
Employees who enjoy and thrive in their workplace culture are happier, more productive, generate more revenue, become better leaders, and are ultimately better employees. So how do you create a “best place to work” culture, and cultivate this happiness for the people who work under you? Deb Boelkes, interviewed by John Golden, answers this question. ... »
Many salespeople aim to be strategic in their endeavors, but it’s unlikely that anyone has ever considered strategic humor as a method of growing sales. Karen Buxman is an expert on strategic humor, and how to create peak performance through the art of science and applied humor in sales. She explains this concept, and how ... »
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 ... »
