When it comes to sales, it is all about understanding the customer. In this Expert Insight Interview, we welcome Gen Furukawa, Co-Founder of Prehook, a quiz platform for Shopify brands that helps merchants capture leads. Visit us on Apple Podcast You can also find SalesPOP! on all major podcast stations.Listen
The SalesPOP! The podcast is one of the world’s top-ranked sales podcasts, ranking in the top 2% of 3.3 million podcasts globally. Hosted by John Golden, Amazon bestselling author and globally recognized sales thought leader, the show features short, actionable conversations with the world’s leading sales experts, authors, and practitioners.
With over 1,500 episodes and counting, we cover everything from sales enablement and pipeline management to AI-powered selling, leadership development, and CRM strategy. Each episode distills decades of real-world selling experience into insights you can apply immediately.
Is your “purpose-driven” culture just a slogan on a wall? In our latest episode, leadership expert Ryan Estes reveals how to build a company with a real soul. He argues that authentic leadership isn’t about grand gestures; it’s about intentional, daily practice. Here’s what you’re missing: Hire for Care, Not Just Skill: You can teach ... »
Are you running on empty? You’re not alone. With 66% of professionals reporting burnout, the old “hustle harder” model is officially failing us. In our latest episode, we sit down with master somatic coach Suzanne Roberts to uncover a radical solution: tapping into your body’s self-renewing energy source. She reveals how to stop leaking energy ... »
The sales landscape has shifted beneath our feet. What worked five years ago is failing today, leaving sales pros feeling stuck. It’s not about a new script; it’s about a new mindset. In our latest episode, Sales POP! host John Golden sits down with 34-year sales veteran Rob Herbst to uncover the single most significant ... »
Is your team running on fumes? The culprit might not be the workload—it’s the culture. In our latest episode, we sit down with leadership strategist Marchem Pfeiffer to uncover the real reason 76% of employees are burned out. We break down the subtle differences between a demanding job and a toxic one, revealing the leadership ... »
Thinking of selling your business one day? The hard truth is that most founders start the process too late, leaving millions on the table. In our latest episode, we sit down with Chris Spratling, author of The Exit Roadmap, to uncover the secrets to a high-value exit. He reveals that selling for maximum value isn’t ... »
In our latest Expert Insight episode, strategic specialist Michael Barbarita unveils a game-changing approach to sales: The Conversion Formula. This isn’t just theory; it’s a proven, step-by-step blueprint for turning prospects into loyal customers by focusing on their core problems. Ready for the cheat sheet? Here is the 4-step framework we discussed. Michael Barbarita’s Conversion ... »
Do you dread the idea of “selling”? You’re not alone. For many small business owners and professionals, sales feels like a necessary evil—a pushy, manipulative part of the job that nobody enjoys. But what if we told you there’s a better way? What if sales wasn’t about pushing products, but about leading people to clarity ... »
Ready to start your journey in real estate investing, but feel overwhelmed? You’re not alone. The world of rental properties can seem daunting, but seasoned expert Joel Miller has a proven path. With over three decades of experience, Miller’s insights are a breath of fresh air for new and experienced investors alike. He recently joined ... »
John is a gracious host and truly has a great sales mind. Ultimately selling is about people and John understands this well. He is one that sells with dignity!
Harry Spaight PC
John is a wonderful host who creates a very comfortable atmosphere and instead of conducting a traditional interview he actually has a proper conversation with his guests.
Matthias Oschinski PC
John was able to draw out the similarities and differences in our way of approaching sales without it being awkward.
Shayla Boyd-Gill PC
it was a pleasure to be interviewed by John on my book "Communicate or Die: Getting Results Through Speaking and Listening." John is an empathetic, thoughtful, and dynamic interviewer
Dr. Thomas Zweifel PC
Thoughtful and respectful, John managed to create an incredible environment to talk and share ideas. It was a rich experience to participate in this interview. Thank you, John and SalesPOP!
Felipe Zamana PC
John is a wonderful interviewer, exuding warmth and insight. It's clear he cares deeply about elevating the conversation about all things leadership and motivation.
Amy Wong PC
Really enjoyed being interviewed by John for SalesPop Magazine. Great conversation, very professional and insightful questions. I would highly recommend him for his podcast and interviewing skills.
Hiten Bhatt PC
I appreciate how John highlighted the value of my lived experience in helping others change their mindset, because people live in all kinds of prisons in their heads
Trish Jenkins PC
Travis Hahler is Senior Director of Global Strategy & Transformation at Salesforce and the founder of The Neurological Nomad. With a background fusing EEG research, Harvard neuropsychology, and an MBA — plus over 100 transformations behind him — Travis joins John Golden to reframe one of the hardest problems in leadership: why well-funded, well-communicated change ... »
Brad Farris, founder of Anchor Advisors and a 20-year executive leadership coach, joins Sales POP! to unpack the wall most agency and consulting founders hit between $1M and $2M — and the specific moves that take a service firm into the profitable $3M to $5M range. Brad has worked side-by-side with hundreds of owners and ... »
Most luxury brands sell products. Kelly Faetanini sells transformation. The founder and lead designer of Kelly Faetanini Bridal joins John Golden on Sales POP! to explain why she rebuilt her business around the bride’s experience rather than the dress alone — and how that decision continues to shape every part of her brand more than ... »
Dominic Forth, CEO of Thought Leaders America, spent years in broadcast journalism with the BBC and major U.S. networks before turning his attention to how executives and founders convert credibility into revenue. In this episode, Dominic unpacks why technical expertise alone loses deals, how media principles translate directly to modern selling, and what top performers ... »
April Martini and Anne Candido are co-founders of Forthright People, a leadership performance company that helps ambitious professionals build influence from the inside out. April is a certified life coach, TEDx speaker, U.S. Army veteran, and Procter & Gamble alum. Anne brings deep PR and brand strategy expertise from her work on household consumer brands. ... »
Cory Dunham is a values-driven executive advisor, keynote speaker, and co-owner of a 46-year-old family marketing firm, where he has spent four decades, from errand-runner to co-owner. He partners with founder-led service businesses to clarify their message, align their teams, and turn core values into bold, decisive action. In this Expert Insight Interview, Cory joins ... »
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