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.
In this episode, Gary Harper shares smart tips for building a business that grows without needing you every day. He explains his RISE framework—Resources, Inspiration, Systems, and Engagement—and how each one helps your business work better. Gary also talks about common mistakes, like growing too fast or spending too much too soon. You’ll learn how ... »
Thinking about a move to Panama? In this episode, Melissa Darnay breaks down what life is really like there. From friendly visa options to beachfront homes under $200K, Panama offers a unique mix of comfort and opportunity. Melissa also talks about property management, safety, and why so many retirees and remote workers are choosing Panama. ... »
In this episode, Matt Raad shares how he and his wife, Liz, went from studying zoology to building a 7-figure online business. Learn how to start a website side hustle, invest in undervalued digital assets, and use smart strategies to grow online income. Matt explains how beginners can use website investing to break free from ... »
Finding Career Success with ADHD – Insights In this episode, career coach Shell Mendelson shares how adults with ADHD can find work that fits their strengths. Learn why it’s okay to ask for flexible hours, noise-canceling tools, or remote options. Shell also explains how to say “no” to jobs that don’t feel right—and why that’s ... »
In this episode of the Expert Insight Interview, host John Golden talks with Joshua Hale, a digital strategy expert with over 12 years of experience. They discuss how small businesses can use AI tools to improve in today’s market. Joshua explains how these tools can help business owners save time, make better decisions, and deeply ... »
Tired of unmotivated teams and low morale? Leadership expert Dave Garrison breaks down why employees disengage—and how leaders can bring them back. From real talk about motivation to tips on building trust and purpose, this episode is packed with simple ways to spark new energy at work. Visit us on Apple Podcast You can also find SalesPOP! ... »
Mahesh Guruswamy joins host John Golden to talk about giving bad news the right way. He’s a tech leader and author who’s made mistakes—and learned from them. He shares real advice: be honest, show empathy, and speak up early. Waiting only makes things worse. Mahesh also explains how to talk with bosses and clients when ... »
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 ... »
John's guests are in tune with the program and always provide a worthwhile listen. Highly recommended
Ted Kulawiak 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
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 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
Having been a guest on many podcasts, I put this experience among the most enjoyable and professional
Eric McNulty 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 encourage successful sales professionals to tune into SalesPOP! And if their staff contacts you to appear, you are making it and a name for yourself as a one to watch in our esteemed profession.
Precious Williams 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
Michael Hofer is a CFO, transformational executive, and founder of ByMichaelHofer with more than 30 mergers and acquisitions executed across multiple industries and continents. In this episode, he joins John Golden to reveal what separates deals that create lasting value from the ones that collapse during integration — and how AI is now changing the ... »
Lane Kawaoka is a former engineer turned full-time real estate investor and fund manager who oversees a portfolio exceeding $2.1 billion. He achieved real estate millionaire status by age 31, left corporate life by 35, and has since syndicated more than $250 million in private equity while distributing over $450 million to investors. In this ... »
Gregory Kovsky is the President and CEO of International Business Associates (IBA), the Pacific Northwest’s oldest and largest business brokerage firm. With 32 years of M&A experience and more than 300 business sales facilitated, Gregory is one of the most seasoned intermediaries in the country. In this episode, he walks business owners through everything they ... »
Mark Myers is the founder of Tax Wise Partners, a former Marine Corps sergeant, and a tax saving architect who has helped 500+ high-income earners and business owners permanently cut their annual tax bills by 30–60%. In this episode, Mark reveals why roughly 90% of businesses overpay taxes every year — and exactly what to ... »
David Farrell is a 25-year sales veteran and leader at Salesloft, an AI-powered revenue platform that helps sales teams build pipeline, close deals, and predict renewals. In this episode, David joins host John Golden to cut through the hype around artificial intelligence in sales and offer a grounded, practical view of where AI delivers real ... »
Sid Bharath is the founder of Refound, an AI consultancy that helps mid-market companies become genuinely AI native. With a background spanning top-tier consulting, startup growth, and early-stage language model experimentation, Sid works hands-on with leadership teams to audit workflows, identify high-impact use cases, and deploy phased AI adoption strategies that deliver measurable results. In ... »
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