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 ... »
Organizational vitality is when the people of an organization are energetic and have a sense of meaning and purpose in the work they do. One measure of organizational vitality is employee engagement, which is strongly influenced by leadership. It’s tough for employees to be engaged and participatory if the leaders aren’t also engaged and participatory. ... »
Take the Power Back Klyn Elsbury, Amazon bestselling author, motivational speaker, and trainer, was born with cystic fibrosis and told she wouldn’t live past the age of 14. At the age of 25 she was advised to make life-ending arrangements. Klyn decided she wanted to thrive and not just live so she went on a ... »
Have you ever said to yourself: “Why not me? Why don’t I find luck when others do?” There is a way to change that and become the person that finds lucky opportunities. It turns out that luck isn’t really about chance, it’s about choice. 30% of our life is completely random. The place you’re born, ... »
Building a Strong Culture Garry Ridge is the CEO and a board member at WD-40, a company that is recognized not only for its name but for having a remarkable culture. In this interview, Garry talks about how when you are a leader it’s not about you. It’s about the people you lead. Visite us ... »
Mindset Management People can be so extremely hard on themselves. A large majority of our self-talk is negative. Dr. Steve Taubman is an author and former chiropractor who overcame anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem and has been using mindfulness and other techniques to help people with their own mindset management issues. Dr. Steve shares some ... »
Alan Stein Jr.: As a performance coach this interview looks at the benefits of a coach from a business perspective. Coaches are essential in an athletic context and should be from a business perspective as well. To perform at a high level, to have the confidence to know that they have put in the work ... »
Trust is the foundation of every successful relationship, especially in leadership, sales, and transformation. In a recent episode of Sales POP!, expert John Golden chats with trusted authority Darryl Stickle to reveal practical strategies for building trust in today’s unpredictable world. Key takeaways include: Trust exists on a spectrum, not as a yes/no concept. Vulnerability ... »
Unlocking Leadership from Within: Building Trust, Culture & High-Performing Teams In this episode of Sales POP!, John Golden chats with Blayne Kelly and Hilary Andrews of Whole Teams Advisory about transforming leadership from the inside out. They delve into how intentional culture-building, trust, and psychological safety lay the foundation for thriving teams. Key takeaways include: ... »
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 ... »
