In this episode of the Practical Leadership Podcast, host John Golden talks with Paul Morton, CEO of the Practical Leadership Academy, about the challenges newly promoted sales managers face and how effective coaching can drive team success. They cover key topics like defining your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP), maintaining a clean sales pipeline, and transitioning ... »
This Sales POP! Podcast conversation between John Golden and Lori Saitz, founder of the Zen Leadership Program, on effective leadership strategies. Lori shares insights on how high-performing leaders improve decision-making, boost creativity, and foster team engagement. Key themes include continuous learning, adapting communication styles, practicing mindfulness, expressing gratitude, and embracing acceptance. The article offers actionable ... »
In a recent Sales Pop Podcast episode, John Golden spoke with Hamish Knox, an expert in sales leadership and coaching, about the main challenges sales leaders face and how to overcome them. 1. Lack of Training for Sales Leaders: Many sales leaders are promoted without proper training. Hamish advises investing in leadership training and mentorship ... »
In this episode, John Golden talks with Saul Marquez about how to significantly improve closing ratios by mastering the three pillars of digital marketing—owned, earned, and paid media. Saul shares actionable strategies to enhance your digital presence, reduce customer acquisition costs, and ultimately drive more sales. Whether you’re new to digital marketing or looking to ... »
In this episode, John Golden talks with Mike Lander about how salespeople can effectively engage with procurement professionals. Mike dispels common misconceptions about procurement and offers actionable strategies to build better relationships, involve procurement early, and adopt a consultative selling approach. Visit us on Apple Podcast You can also find SalesPOP! on all major podcast stations. »
Join John Golden as he talks with Lee Heyward, founder of The Prosperous Image, about creating authentic and aligned brand identities. Lee shares actionable tips on storytelling, brand consistency, and empowering employees to enhance your business’s image. Visit us on Apple Podcast You can also find SalesPOP! on all major podcast stations. »
In this episode, John Golden interviews Jim Matuga, founder of Interaction Media and creator of the Story Maker SaaS platform. Jim shares how Story Maker uses AI to empower small businesses and nonprofits by simplifying the content creation process. He also discusses the importance of storytelling in marketing, highlighting how businesses can leverage AI to ... »
In this episode, John Golden interviews Blair LaCorte, a seasoned business executive, about the importance of relationships in business. They explore concepts like Dunbar’s number, vulnerability, and how personal connections influence professional success. Blair’s Key Points: Focus on Relationships: Success is rooted in nurturing meaningful connections. Coaching: Blair emphasizes helping others succeed through mentorship. Quality ... »
In this episode, master coach Shawn Quintero reveals the uncomfortable truth about why your lead generation is stalling: You’re trying too hard to appeal to everyone. Generic messaging is the enemy of revenue. If your service business wants to scale to a six-figure or even seven-figure level, you must master the art of the “repellent ... »
Welcome back to the podcast. Today, we’re dissecting a fundamental error many sales professionals make: blurring the lines between negotiation and influence. As Andres Lares of the Shapiro Negotiation Institute emphasizes, recognizing this distinction early is the first step to closing more valuable deals. 1. Defining the Core Concepts for a Clearer Strategy A common ... »
Tired of the style struggle? For the professional man—especially those in high-stakes fields like sales—appearing sharp is non-negotiable, yet time is the ultimate luxury. Our latest interview with Anya Cheng, founder of Taelor AI, reveals the solution: a radical, AI-powered evolution of the personal stylist. Taelor AI is redefining professional menswear by eliminating decision fatigue. ... »
We all want to support returning parents, but how do you actually do it in a demanding sales environment? Many organizations fail in execution, leading to burnout and turnover precisely when employees should be most loyal. In our latest episode, we talked with expert Karla Calinawan about the essential human-first tactics that build resilient, high-performing teams. The Manager’s ... »
In today’s volatile business climate, the need for agile change is constant. But who spearheads this vital transformation? Enter the corporate catalyst: the visionary who not only sees the better future but possesses the unique drive to move organizations toward it. In this must-listen episode, we sit down with change expert Shannon Lucas, co-CEO of ... »
The story of Serhiy Leshchenko, founder of Ukraine’s Beverly Productions, isn’t just a business case study—it’s a masterclass in entrepreneurial resilience. Building a successful video and podcast agency while navigating daily war realities sounds impossible, yet Serhiy proved that strategic focus and genuine authenticity are the ultimate growth hacks. In this powerful episode, we break ... »
