Unlocking Sales Identity with Jacob Hicks In this episode, John Golden talks with Jacob Hicks, a seasoned sales coach, about the power of “sales identity”—understanding your core motivation or “why” in sales. Jacob shares tips on overcoming discomfort, active listening, and creating a value-driven approach to engage customers effectively. Learn the importance of follow-up, balancing ... »
Building a Brand That Resonates with Taylor Shanklin Wilson In this episode, Taylor Shanklin Wilson, CEO of Creative Sizzle, shares her expertise on brand building, storytelling, and staying relevant in an ever-changing market. She emphasizes the importance of consistent messaging, breaking down silos across teams, and evolving your brand to meet customer needs. Taylor also ... »
Leading with Confidence: Insights from Deb Coviello In this episode, John Golden talks with Deb Coviello, the “Drop In CEO,” about empowering leaders to navigate challenges confidently. Deb shares actionable advice from her book, The CEO’s Compass, focusing on self-awareness, fostering a positive culture, and leveraging strengths. She emphasizes the importance of building support networks, ... »
Transforming Financial Futures with Tanya Taylor In this episode, Tanya Taylor, founder of “Grow Your Wealth,” shares her inspiring journey from overcoming poverty to empowering others with financial education. She discusses the importance of shifting your mindset, setting clear goals, and mastering her “wealth trifecta” of budgeting, credit management, and debt reduction. Learn practical steps ... »
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 ... »
In this episode John Golden talks with Mohan Rao, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Knownwell. They explore how AI is more than just a tool—it’s a way to rethink how businesses run. Key takeaways: Use AI across your whole business, not just in one area. Fix your processes before automating them. Let AI help ... »
In this episode, Adam Nathan, founder of Blaze, shares how AI is changing marketing for small businesses. He explains how tools like Blaze help users create great content fast, without needing a big team. Host John Golden and Adam discuss why quality content still matters and how AI can support your creativity. You’ll also hear ... »
In this episode, John Golden talks with Alan Versteeg, a sales expert and co-founder of Growth Matters. Alan shares why coaching—not checking in or grilling your team—is the key to sales success. You’ll learn: Why coaching is different from auditing How to ask better questions Why focusing on strengths builds confidence A simple 4-step coaching ... »
In this episode, sales expert Geoffrey M. Reid—author of The Revenue Catalyst—joins John Golden to explore why structured sales education is missing from most universities and why that needs to change. Reid explains how the lack of proper training leaves many graduates unprepared, and how schools can close the gap by bringing real-world sales experience ... »
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 ... »
