In this episode, host John Golden speaks with e-commerce expert Sabir Semerkant about the most significant challenges online brands will face in 2025. With over $1 billion in revenue, Sabir shares actionable strategies on overcoming common pitfalls like “special snowflake syndrome,” data-driven decision-making, and optimizing business foundations. Learn how to build momentum, manage cash flow, ... »
Video is a game-changer in mid-funnel marketing! In this episode, Tim Bradley breaks down the three essential types of video content and shares actionable strategies to engage buyers and boost conversions. Learn why authenticity, storytelling, and strategic distribution are key to making video content work for your brand. 🔹 How to craft anthem, explainer, and ... »
In this episode of Expert Inside Interview, host John Golden speaks with Dr. Joseph Riggio and Henrik Wenøe about the power of satisfaction selling. This approach shifts sales from problem-solving to understanding and fulfilling customer desires. Key Takeaways: ✅ Sell outcomes, not just solutions – Customers care about what they gain, not what’s broken. ✅ Use ... »
In this episode, John Golden talks to Joris Merks Benjaminsen, an award-winning author and former DEI leader at Google. They discuss challenges like generational differences, company growth, and leadership expectations and how to solve them. Joris shares modern team management strategies, from how to adapt your communication style to foster collaboration and work without power. ... »
In this episode, John Golden and Chris Jennings, a UCLA graduate with 25 years of experience in sales leadership and client retention training. They discuss innovative sales training techniques, focusing on authenticity, effective questioning, and psychological insights. Chris also highlights the need to set low expectations in sales calls to have honest conversations and build ... »
Investing in Behavioral Health – A Growing Opportunity Mental health services are more in demand than ever. But access to care remains a challenge. In this episode of the Expert Insight Interview, John Golden talks with Jay Toby, an investment expert, about why behavioral health is both a critical social need and a smart investment ... »
Why Every Entrepreneur Needs Financial Discipline Running a business isn’t just about making money. It’s about managing it wisely. In a recent podcast episode, John Golden spoke with Kash, CEO of Icon Foods and CFO of multiple companies. Kash shared one key truth: passion doesn’t pay the bills—financial discipline does. Many entrepreneurs focus on sales but ... »
In this episode, John Golden talks with Dr. Thorsten Polleit about why the Austrian School of Economics still matters today. Dr. Polleit explains how key ideas like subjective value, opportunity cost, and business cycles help us understand modern economies. He also discusses why booms and busts happen, how low interest rates create bad investments, and ... »
Building trust is hard today, especially in sales and coaching. Joanna Lott, a certified business coach, shared simple tips with John Golden. She says honesty wins over hype. Social media helps start the connection, but real trust grows through deeper content like podcasts and workshops. Joanna treats clients like people, not numbers. She sends gifts, ... »
Leadership Insights with Valerie Sandjivy Valerie Sandjivy joins John Golden to share her 4 key pillars of leadership: lead yourself, lead others, master your emotions, and practice self-care. With over 20 years of business experience, Valerie explains how knowing yourself and building trust can shape powerful leaders. A must-listen for anyone looking to grow as ... »
Straightforward and Professional Bootstrapping a Business: Lessons from Exbo Group Eric Fiegoli, co-founder of Exbo Group, shared how he built a successful consulting firm from scratch. He and his partner saw a gap in financial strategy support for startups—and filled it. They grew without outside funding by focusing on their strengths, using their network, and ... »
AI is transforming accounting, making financial management more efficient for startups. In this episode, Armine Alajian shares how AI automates tasks like data entry and reconciliation, enhances accuracy, and prevents fraud. She emphasizes the importance of choosing the right AI tools, maintaining compliance, and working closely with accountants for strategic financial planning. Tune in to ... »
Achieve Big Impact Without Burnout – Insights from Bianca Best In this SalesPop podcast episode, host John Golden speaks with Bianca Best, award-winning thought leader and author of Big Impact Without Burnout. Bianca shares her journey of overcoming burnout and offers practical strategies for managing energy, redefining success, and achieving sustainable productivity. Discover how to ... »
Navigating Insurance Claims with Expert Insights In this episode of Expert Insight Interview, John Golden speaks with Andy from All City Adjusting about the complexities of insurance claims. They discuss key strategies for homeowners and business owners, including reviewing policies, avoiding common claim mistakes, and maximizing payouts. Learn how a public adjuster can advocate for ... »
