Most people call the place that produces revenue “the sales department”, but if you really think about it, selling is the activity that gets you to a result. For that reason Shawn set out to develop not just sales departments, but selling organizations. Host John Golden sits down with Shawn Karol Sandy to discuss the ... »
Podcast interview with Harry Kraemer, Jr. who is a professor of management and strategy at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, where he teaches in the MBA and the Executive MBA programs. He is an executive partner with Madison Dearborn Partners (MDP) which is one of the largest private equity firms in the United States. ... »
Sales negotiation is a large part of being a successful salesperson, and yet 90% of sales executives have never had any formal negotiation training. Tony Perzow, interviewed by John Golden, gives concrete advice on to best utilize potent sales negotiation skills. This podcast is also a recorded live event you are welcome to view here: ... »
Account-based revenue strategy (ABR) has been a buzzword in the sales world, yet few people understand it or use it properly. Trish Bertuzzi, interviewed by John Golden, explores the ways that using ABR can help, or hurt, your organization. This podcast is also a recorded live event you are welcome to view here: The Keen ... »
Want to learn how to be amazing at customer service? It’s actually not that difficult. Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone regarded you as being amazing in sales? Or a wonderful leader? What if you could transform yourself into a person who was always amazing – in almost every area of life? “Always be amazing.” ... »
The benefit of consistency in sales is very simple. We know that consistent sales activities produce consistent sales results. Random sales activities produce random sales results. Many salespeople use a sales process to guide their buyers from lead to close, but others opt for strategies that produce more inconsistent results. Weldon Long, interviewed by John ... »
In this day and age of the sales world, you might think that sales and marketing engagement would be very integrated. However, this isn’t exactly the case. There is still a struggle between sales teams and marketing teams, and this difficulty unifying them had consequences that affect the entire organization. Joel Capperella, interviewed by John ... »
Our life is our own creating. And yet, many do not embrace overcoming obstacles very well. Much of life may feel like an objective truth, or an external reality that is beyond our control, but overcoming obstacles can lead to fruitful discoveries and unexpected growth, both on a personal level, and professional level. Isaac Lidsky, ... »
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant hustle and pressure to be perfect? In a recent episode of the Expert Inside Interview, host John Golden sat down with psychologist Dr. Angelo Valenti, author of You’re Making This Way Too Hard, to discuss a different path—one that embraces simplicity, joy, and true fulfillment. In this powerful ... »
How do you turn a simple product—a mug made from a baseball bat—into a business generating tens of millions in sales? For Kris Dehnert, founder of Dugout Mugs, the answer lies in authenticity, focus, and a “fans first” mentality. In a recent podcast interview, Dehnert highlighted that his brand’s success comes from selling an experience, ... »
Are you tired of the “rise and grind” mentality? Do you feel like you have to sacrifice your well-being for professional success? In a recent eye-opening interview, entrepreneur and mindfulness advocate Rick Culleton shares a different path. He reveals how overcoming his own struggles with ADHD and anxiety wasn’t about fighting his brain, but about ... »
Ever feel like your website is a revolving door? You’re getting the traffic, but not the sales. You’re not alone. In a recent conversation with conversion expert Trevor Levine, we uncovered a few simple but powerful shifts that can transform your business. The biggest mistake most people make? Selling with adjectives. Words like “innovative” and ... »
Ever wonder why you’re working so hard but not getting the results you want? In a recent episode of Sales POP! Online Sales Magazine, four-time TEDx speaker and former pro athlete Dre Baldwin revealed the secret. His “Work on Your Game” system proves that effort alone isn’t enough. Dre’s blueprint for success centers on four ... »
In a world saturated with impersonal transactions, Together Digital offers a refreshing alternative: a business model built on trust and community. Drawing lessons from a recent conversation with CEO Amy Vaughan on the Sales POP! podcast, we explore how genuine connection can lead to lasting success. Amy’s key insight? Prioritize quality over quantity. Together Digital ... »
