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 of the Expert Insight Interview, Ral West, a seasoned entrepreneur with 40+ years in tourism and real estate, shares actionable strategies for transitioning from a hands-on operator to a strategic owner. Discover the importance of delegation, system development, and building a strong team to scale your business. Ral also emphasizes mindset shifts, ... »
Optimizing Team Performance with Peter Neubig In this episode, John Golden chats with Peter Neubig, CEO of VPM Solutions, about strategies to enhance team productivity and streamline operations. They explore the importance of empowering employees, automating routine tasks, and setting clear KPIs to drive engagement and profitability. Discover actionable tips on fostering trust, reducing micromanagement, ... »
In this episode, John Golden talks with Kareen Walsh, a business strategist and entrepreneurial guide, about breaking free from external limitations and aligning with core values for personal and professional growth. Kareen introduces the “Evolve Mindset,” emphasizing the importance of self-responsibility, reflection, and cultivating a growth-oriented mindset. Learn how to identify your core values, assess ... »
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 ... »
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 ... »
