Art Sobczak is the author of the book Smart Calling: How to Eliminate Fear and Rejection from Cold Calling. Let’s face it, when most of us hear the phrase “cold calling” they normally do associate it with fear and rejection, and generally a horrible experience. But there is a way to calm and confident cold ... »
The stereotype of the shady car salesman doesn’t fit the majority of salespeople. Most salesmen and women are honest people who are professional and decent, the stereotype isn’t withstanding. However, just because the seller is honest, does not mean that they have built trust with their client. Being honest and building trust are key ways ... »
Host John Golden sits down with Steven Rosen, author of 52 Sales Management Tips written for sales managers who struggle within a corporate environment that doesn’t support them or their development needs. Whether you are a sales executive, senior sales leader or a new, experienced or aspiring sales manager, Steven is confident you will find ... »
In this expert sales interview hosted by John Golden, 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. This podcast ... »
If you ask people what’s important in their sales force, often, they’ll say the pipeline. But, that can mean a lot of different things. This vital tool is essential for most sales organizations, yet it’s often not used correctly, or not understood fully. Jason Jordan, interviewed by John Golden, explores proper pipeline management. This podcast ... »
College sales programs are disproportionately low to the number of salespeople. The sales industry is a giant one, and many people who enter the industry aren’t prepared when they graduate. With sales making up so much of the business world, why don’t we have more college sales programs? Daniel P. Strunk, interviewed by John Golden, ... »
Despite being 51% of the population, women only make up 39% of the sales industry. Lauren Bailey, interviewed by John Golden, explores why there aren’t more women in sales management roles, and how to change things. In this expert sales interview, Lauren Bailey discusses: The importance of having women as part of the sales force ... »
Host John Golden sits down with Social Media expert Eve Mayer to discuss how companies should focus their social media on their specific business goals and why it is important for those managing social media platforms to understand these goals. Eve also gives us insight on the topic of company culture and the necessity of ... »
Why do many talented creatives hesitate to step into leadership? Vincent Wanga, a renowned brand consultant, tackled this with John Golden on Sales POP!. Wanga noted that leadership requires a different skillset than individual creative contribution—empathy, organization, and people management—and that it’s a “sacrifice for other people.” He urged aspiring creative leaders to develop a ... »
On a recent Sales Pop podcast, John Golden and Gui Costin, CEO of Dakota Financial Software, dissected the modern state of sales effectiveness. Costin emphasized the importance of moving beyond vague targeting to gain a deep understanding of ideal customer pain points and build qualified lead lists—quality over quantity is key, as it avoids the ... »
In a recent Sales Pop Expert Insight Interview, John Golden spoke with Andrew Newland, CEO of Functional Medicine Marketing, about effective digital strategies for functional medicine clinics. Newland highlighted that traditional marketing, like Facebook ads, often yields poor-quality leads for these specialized practices. Instead, he champions a robust SEO-centric approach. This involves comprehensive technical website ... »
In a special Sales POP! episode, Peter Murphy Lewis of Strategic Pete takes the host’s chair to interview the original visionary, John Golden of Pipeliner CRM. Dive deep into winning sales strategies, the critical power of preparation, the art of active listening, and the philosophy that drives truly effective CRM systems. Get ready for actionable ... »
Ever wonder how top athletes handle extreme pressure and come out on top? In this podcast episode, host John Golden sits down with former UFC fighter and MMA Hall of Famer Clifford Starks to uncover his “fighter’s formula” for winning in the game of life. Clifford shares powerful lessons from the octagon that apply directly ... »
In a recent chat, John Golden and Kru Marketing’s Connor Widder dug into the nitty-gritty of lead generation for home service businesses (think HVAC, plumbing, roofing, etc.). The big takeaway? Stop chasing leads everywhere and meet customers where they are – primarily on Google. They cover why focusing on one channel first is smart, the ... »
