How does personality type play into success in sales? Is there an “ideal” personality type that makes up a successful salesperson, or does it depend on the environment that you are in and who fits best in that environment? Visite us on Apple Podcast You can also find SalesPOP! on all major podcast stations. »
Mike Bosworth, one of the world’s most renowned sales experts, believes in the power of storytelling in the sales process. When he first became a sales trainer at Xerox in 1976, the company executives told him that while they could teach salespeople how to be competent, they couldn’t teach them how to connect to people. ... »
Sales and marketing alignment is a challenge that has come about in recent years. Especially as the sales industry has undergone a technological revolution, it is even more critical than ever to unify the sales and marketing teams. Maribeth Kuzmeski, interviewed by John Golden, discusses some changes that marketing people can make to help unite ... »
Inside sales expert Lauren Bailey has seen several factors contributing to the increasing need for inside sales teams: * The acceleration of product life cycles; companies have had to become quicker at gaining leads, qualifying opportunities, and closing sales. * As margins have become slimmer, inside sales has made more sense. * The proliferation of ... »
In this expert sales interview, Kris Boesch explains workplace culture, the costs associated with not having a good workplace culture and what can be done to change or improve your workplace culture. Her strategies are applicable to anyone who is leading or managing a team in any industry. Visite us on Apple Podcast You can ... »
Great sales managers are hard to come by. Sales managers have a very important job in the sales world. They manage a team of sales reps. They serve as a coach and a trainer. They monitor data and statistics, and a variety of other things. It can be challenging to know which aspect of sales ... »
Sales training has evolved markedly over the last few years. John Elsey, long-term sales training expert and currently CEO of sales training giant Richardson, sees that the need to ramp up sales performance has really quickened the pace. Listen in as host John Golden sits down with John Elsey to discuss how sales training has ... »
Sales development is a crucial part of company success, and yet it’s something that is rarely done proficiently. Sales training is done regularly, but it falls short of breeding successful salespeople. To truly improve, host John Golden sits down with Jane Gentry, to discuss how sales development, rather than just training, is vital. Visite us ... »
In this episode, Jordan Whelan of Gray Smoke Media shares simple tips to help businesses grow. Learn how to use long-tail keywords, try new platforms like Reddit, and repurpose your content for SEO. Jordan also explains how AI tools can save time while keeping your marketing real and human. A must-listen for anyone looking to ... »
In this podcast, ad expert Ben Heath explains why personal branding matters. Big names like Elon Musk help people trust their brands. But even small business owners can do the same. You don’t need a million followers. Just be real, connect with your audience, and give value. Ben also shares why knowing your goals and ... »
In this episode, sales expert Shelley Rosetta shares lessons from over 30 years in the furniture industry. She explains why profit matters more than just revenue, and reveals six key sales metrics every leader should track. Shelley also discusses coaching teams, keeping processes clear, and avoiding complacency. If you lead a sales team, don’t miss ... »
In this episode John Golden talks with Mohan Rao, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Knownwell. They explore how AI is more than just a tool—it’s a way to rethink how businesses run. Key takeaways: Use AI across your whole business, not just in one area. Fix your processes before automating them. Let AI help ... »
In this episode, Adam Nathan, founder of Blaze, shares how AI is changing marketing for small businesses. He explains how tools like Blaze help users create great content fast, without needing a big team. Host John Golden and Adam discuss why quality content still matters and how AI can support your creativity. You’ll also hear ... »
In this episode, John Golden talks with Alan Versteeg, a sales expert and co-founder of Growth Matters. Alan shares why coaching—not checking in or grilling your team—is the key to sales success. You’ll learn: Why coaching is different from auditing How to ask better questions Why focusing on strengths builds confidence A simple 4-step coaching ... »
