The Power of Human Connection in Leadership In this episode, John Golden hosts Thomas Gelmi, an executive coach and facilitator, to discuss the often-overlooked “uncommon sense” of human elements in leadership, teamwork, and communication. They dive into the importance of active listening, emotional intelligence, and building trust to create stronger professional relationships. Thomas shares actionable ... »
John Golden interviews Arvell Craig, a digital marketing expert, about how AI is reshaping sales and marketing. They discuss the rise of AI agents, the importance of data quality, and strategies for effective AI adoption. Arvin emphasizes that AI elevates human roles by automating mundane tasks, enabling sales professionals to focus on building relationships and ... »
In this episode, John Golden interviews John Munsell, co-founder of Bizzuka, to explore the challenges and strategies for successful AI adoption in businesses. They discuss the gap between reported and actual AI usage, overcoming employee resistance, and the importance of organizational alignment. Learn about the AI Strategy Canvas, data quality, and the role of AI ... »
The Power of Personalized Gifting Chris Ruda, co-founder of Sandoz, shares how personalized gifting transforms sales outreach. Discover how Sandoz simplifies gifting logistics, integrates AI for smarter recommendations, and drives engagement through thoughtful gestures. Learn actionable strategies for leveraging gifting across the sales funnel to build rapport, enhance customer relationships, and boost win rates. Visit ... »
In this episode, Kyle Erickson, Director of Operations at Men Star Group, discusses modern leadership in manufacturing with John Golden. Kyle shares actionable insights on empathy, emotional intelligence, communication across generations, and continuous improvement. Learn how to foster trust, enhance team engagement, and adapt to an ever-changing workforce while maintaining a strong organizational culture. Visit ... »
Leader as a Coach: Embracing Strengths-Based Leadership In this podcast, John Golden chats with Ryan Crittenden of Excel Coaching about transforming leadership through coaching. They explore shifting from traditional management to a strengths-based approach, fostering trust, and empowering teams to take ownership. Learn actionable strategies like leveraging strengths assessments, building trust, and enhancing engagement—key to ... »
In this episode of Sales Pop Online Sales Magazine & Pipeliner CRM Podcast, host John Goldin talks with Brandon White, CEO of Third Brain, about how AI and automation are revolutionizing entrepreneurship. Brandon shares insights on lowering barriers to entry, leveraging clean data, and using automation to scale businesses. Learn how technology can streamline operations, ... »
Rich Christiansen joins John Golden to discuss the transformative power of self-discovery, facing fears, and overcoming limiting beliefs. Drawing from his memoir Blindsided, Rich shares his journey of redefining identity after a life-changing revelation, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection in a distracted world. Tune in to learn how to embrace challenges, create meaningful momentum, and ... »
In this episode, Joe Terry, CEO and cultural transformation expert, challenges the traditional “grind-it-out” leadership model. He introduces a counterintuitive framework: Surrender to Lead. The core philosophy is simple yet radical: Leaders must detach their self-worth from the immediate result to fully master the process. When you stop fearing the outcome, you can focus on ... »
From a council estate in Oxford to a $50 million business exit, Andrew Hulbert’s story is the ultimate blueprint for breaking class ceilings. In this episode of Sales POP!, host John Golden uncovers how Hulbert defied the “stability trap” of his working-class upbringing to build an empire. We explore the psychology of wealth creation and ... »
The “Foreign Language” Test for Higher Conversions Is your B2B landing page failing the “One Second Test”? According to Sahil Patel, CEO of Spiralyze, most B2B sites rely too heavily on text to explain their value. In a recent interview, Patel shared a brutal auditing tactic: Translate your homepage into a language your ideal customer ... »
We often chase a number in a bank account, thinking it equals freedom. But what if the way you earn that money is actually trapping you? In this episode of the Expert Inside Interview, John Golden sits down with real estate titan Gino Barbaro. Co-founder of a portfolio managing over $450 million in assets, Gino ... »
In a business world obsessed with speed, why are so many leaders stuck in a constant, exhausting cycle of crisis management? John Golden sits down with leadership veteran Rob Marcus (Blue Stallion Solutions, author of Crossing the Divide) to uncover the root causes of organizational chaos and the profound shift needed to achieve genuine growth. ... »
How do you guarantee every voice is heard and every mind is engaged in your next strategy session? We’re unlocking the secret with learning and development veteran Jolynn Ledgerwood and the revolutionary LEGO Serious Play (LSP) method. Jolynn reveals why traditional meetings fail and how this hands-on process creates a level playing field, transforming quiet ... »
