The Right Way to Share Bad News at Work
Mahesh Guruswamy joins host John Golden to talk about giving bad news the right way. He’s a tech leader and author who’s made mistakes—and learned from them. He shares real advice: be honest, show empathy, and speak up early. Waiting only makes things worse. Mahesh also explains how to talk with bosses and clients when ...
Modern Marketing That Works
In this episode, Jordan Whelan of Gray Smoke Media shares simple tips to help businesses grow. Learn how to use long-tail keywords, try new platforms like Reddit, and repurpose your content for SEO. Jordan also explains how AI tools can save time while keeping your marketing real and human. A must-listen for anyone looking to ...
Build Trust with Personal Branding
In this podcast, ad expert Ben Heath explains why personal branding matters. Big names like Elon Musk help people trust their brands. But even small business owners can do the same. You don’t need a million followers. Just be real, connect with your audience, and give value. Ben also shares why knowing your goals and ...
Mastering Sales Leadership in Furniture Industry
In this episode, sales expert Shelley Rosetta shares lessons from over 30 years in the furniture industry. She explains why profit matters more than just revenue, and reveals six key sales metrics every leader should track. Shelley also discusses coaching teams, keeping processes clear, and avoiding complacency. If you lead a sales team, don’t miss ...
How AI Is Changing Business
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 ...
How Small Businesses Can Use AI for Smarter, Simpler Marketing
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 ...
How Coaching Helps Sales Teams Win
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 ...
Why We Need Real Sales Classes in Schools
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 ...
