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 the latest Expert Insight Interview, host John Golden sits down with Glenn Sandifer, Senior Director at Securitas Technology US, to explore the evolving landscape of inside sales. With over 20 years of experience, Glenn shares insights on the challenges faced by inside sales teams and the key traits needed for success. Inside sales has ... »
In this episode of Expert Insight Interview, host John Golden sits down with Vanessa Thompson, a sustainability and finance expert, to explore the transformative power of a systems approach in driving breakthrough innovations. Drawing from her work with global organizations like the UN Foundation and Silicon Valley startups, Vanessa shares actionable insights on how businesses ... »
In this episode of Sales POP, John Golden is joined by experts Cara Clelland and Martha Meister to share powerful tips on mastering year-end sales strategies. Learn how to conduct quarterly audits, adapt to market changes, and craft messaging that overcomes buyer reluctance. They also discuss the importance of building a customer-centric brand strategy and ... »
🎧 Tune In and Transform Your Perspective This episode is packed with profound insights and practical advice on living authentically and fostering kindness daily. Rich Christiansen‘s journey is a testament to the power of self-discovery and the impact of genuine human connections. Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation! Listen to the full episode now ... »
In this podcast episode, John Golden chats with Arnold Beekes, an expert in brain fitness, personal development, and organizational leadership. They dive into the concept of brain fitness—how regular mental exercise, curiosity, and authenticity can enhance your cognitive well-being. Arnold shares powerful insights on preventing cognitive decline, breaking free from societal pressures, and embracing personal ... »
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 ... »
Dominic Forth, CEO of Thought Leaders America, spent years in broadcast journalism with the BBC and major U.S. networks before turning his attention to how executives and founders convert credibility into revenue. In this episode, Dominic unpacks why technical expertise alone loses deals, how media principles translate directly to modern selling, and what top performers ... »
April Martini and Anne Candido are co-founders of Forthright People, a leadership performance company that helps ambitious professionals build influence from the inside out. April is a certified life coach, TEDx speaker, U.S. Army veteran, and Procter & Gamble alum. Anne brings deep PR and brand strategy expertise from her work on household consumer brands. ... »
Cory Dunham is a values-driven executive advisor, keynote speaker, and co-owner of a 46-year-old family marketing firm, where he has spent four decades, from errand-runner to co-owner. He partners with founder-led service businesses to clarify their message, align their teams, and turn core values into bold, decisive action. In this Expert Insight Interview, Cory joins ... »
Jon Benson — the copywriter who invented the video sales letter format in 2010 and founder of BNSN AI — joins John Golden for a candid conversation about the marketer’s new reality. Marketing teams everywhere are caught between excitement and dread as AI takes over tasks that once filled entire roles. Jon argues that the ... »
Justin Goodbread is a globally recognized business strategist, keynote speaker, and founder of Relentless Value Coaching. He has built, scaled, and successfully exited seven companies across multiple industries — including a Registered Investment Advisor firm that reached an eight-figure enterprise value in under four years. In this Sales POP! Expert Insight Interview, Justin joins John ... »
Laura Kriska is the founder of We Building Solutions and a globally recognized expert on building trust across cultural, language, and organizational divides. The first American woman to work inside Honda Motor Company’s Tokyo headquarters, Laura has spent 30 years helping Fortune 500 companies across four continents turn fragmented teams into united “we” cultures. In ... »
