This is Higgle: The B2B Sales Club Podcast, where we bring you actionable insights about sales RFPs, Sales Negotiations and difficult Procurement discussions. It's all about helping you win more deals, and hitting your sales quota. We talk to sales leaders, brand leaders and procurement leaders about lessons learnt on their journey to win more sales deals and get better negotiated outcomes. The podcast is hosted by Mike Lander, an ex procurement director and entrepreneur, talking to guests a ...
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Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale deliver practical, no-nonsense sales training through their signature blend of humor, real-world insights, and actionable frameworks. Each episode tackles the challenges you face daily: prospecting, overcoming buyer resistance, pricing strategies, cold calling, deal coaching, and building long-term client relationships. Whether you're a sales professional, manager, or leader, you'll discover how to shift your mindset, leverage your natural talents, and create sust ...
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Brought to you by Ignite, the magazine for business event professionals, Ignite Your Events explores the issues facing the industry—from RFPs and price setting to ethics and negotiating—and speaks to the innovative thinkers who are working on the solutions. Your hosts, Debbie van der Beek, President and Chief Visionary Officer of Ignite and Editor, and Director of Content Innovation Laura Bickle aren’t afraid stir the pot and have the tough discussions necessary to move the industry forward. ...
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Bringing you information, strategies, or resources to help you Win more business through Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
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Game Changers was designed BY government contractors FOR government contractors. The focus of every episode is to give listeners a new tip, trick, or strategy that will help them find and win more contracts. Each episode features Subject Matter Experts (SME), companies that are successfully winning contracts, or nationally recognized professional speakers and authors. The show is hosted by government experts Michael LeJeune from Federal Access and Joshua Frank from RSM Federal. Their award-w ...
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Responding To Rfps for neighborhood companies that targets potential clients AT https://www.therfpsuccesscompany.com/book Responding To Rfps helps you to communicate with your target market which is initially the ones in your local area. Those customers whom you cannot reach right away may be informed about your business through your website. You may offer discounts or promos if your company may allow it so customers may be drawn to buy from you. You also need to create an effective advertis ...
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A podcast where we speak with industry experts around solutions to the risks and challenges that exist in the energy industry. ACES is a nationwide energy management company.
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Learn about how artificial intelligence solves real business problems and provides companies with a competitive edge or adaptation to a more data-fueled world. Get into the minds of creators of AI and business leaders who aim to democratize the next generation of technology solutions for businesses worldwide.
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Stop chasing RFPs. Start positioning for wins. Cresco Contracting breaks the government contracting cycle that keeps small businesses stuck in reactive mode. Host, Ashley Johnson pulls back the curtain on what really works in government contracting – and calls out what doesn't. This isn't your typical business podcast full of corporate consultant speak. We're the strategic rebels who refuse to let passionate entrepreneurs waste another minute on losing proposals. Each episode delivers the co ...
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A podcast dedicated to helping higher ed marketers tell better stories and enroll more students. Hosted by video producer and storytelling coach, John Azoni, these episodes provide quick-win practical advice you can put to use in your marketing right away.
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MiCTA Radio aims to inform our Members and other nonprofit entities about today's technology issues and what you can do about them. We also feature information on our current MiCTA Vendors so you can just listen rather than read pages and pages of contract information. Nationally, MiCTA represents members from all types of non-profit entities including: education government, library, healthcare, charity,public sector and religious organizations. MiCTA produces and publishes collaborative RFP ...
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Welcome to Avero GovTech Insights, your go-to podcast for the latest trends, insights, and innovations in government technology. Each episode brings you expert analysis and discussions on a wide range of topics, from data analytics to digital transformation and public sector ERP systems. Join us as we explore the technologies shaping the future of public services and discover how you can leverage them to drive efficiency, transparency, and better outcomes for your community.
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Business Insights & Strategies From Experts: Unveiling Simple Truths Behind Success. I’m always grateful for Reviews and remember to Subscribe
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What if marketing was judged solely by the level of value it brings to its audience? Welcome to All Things Marketing and Education, a podcast that lives at the intersection of marketing and you guessed it, education. Each week, Elana Leoni, CEO of Leoni Consulting Group, highlights innovative social media marketing, community-building, and content marketing strategies that can significantly increase brand awareness, engagement, and revenue.
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Join us as we interview CEOs and GTM leaders of fast-growing SaaS and AI firms to reveal what they are doing that’s working, and lessons learned from things that didn’t work as planned. These deep conversations dive into the dynamic world of SaaS B2B marketing, go-to-market strategies, and the SaaS business model. Content focuses on the pragmatic as well as strategic, providing a well-rounded diet for those running SaaS firms today. Hosted by Ken Lempit, Austin Lawrence Group’s president and ...
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RFP training is the best way to get a brilliant marketing strategy AT https://www.therfpsuccesscompany.com
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The Bare Metal Cyber CCISO Audio Course is your complete, executive-level training companion for mastering the Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) certification. Built for experienced cybersecurity professionals and strategic leaders, this Audio Course delivers over seventy focused episodes covering every domain, concept, and competency area tested on the official EC-Council exam. From governance, risk, and compliance to strategic planning, vendor oversight, and technical co ...
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Is the field EVER LEVELED in your favor? Minority, Women, Veteran Small businesses can make millions in contracting! Unfortunately, they are challenged by the government procurement processes. Talk of leveling the playing field is the main theme, yet little is done to move us forward. The PROCUREMENT GAMES Podcast and Open Conversations brings our voices together to move us forward to changing the way the rules are set and the games are played.
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Are you a consultant, a freelancer or a vendor to nonprofits? To serve them best, you need to put their mission first. That's when you make money, and they accomplish their purpose. Our job is to give you the resources to make you successful so you can make them successful... with articles, podcasts, videos, webinars and more. Thinknp.com
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Curious how businesses grow their revenue without turning every employee into a hardcore salesperson? Hosted by Mark Drager, CEO of SalesLoop and veteran podcaster, the How to Sell More Podcast helps business owners and marketers tackle one of the biggest challenges companies face: increasing sales. Each episode features proven strategies from founders, CEOs, and industry experts to elevate your branding, marketing, and sales—helping you attract new clients, demonstrate your value, and beat ...
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Most Revenue Leaders aren’t sure how to close the skill gaps across their teams. That’s why Revenue Jam brings together all different content from the team at Sales Assembly so you can learn everything from Revenue Leadership Philosophy down to tactical playbooks. With topical monthly live sessions, interviews with the Sales Assembly team, and exclusive conversations with Revenue Leaders across B2B Tech, this show is guaranteed to help you close the skill gaps across your entire GTM Team. An ...
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Welcome to The Playbook, the definitive procurement podcast hosted by Prokur.io, where we dive deep into the ever-evolving world of procurement. Each episode, we bring you the latest industry trends, best practices, and invaluable insights from a diverse lineup of procurement experts. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, our show offers something for everyone. We explore cutting-edge strategies, tackle common challenges, and dissect emerging technologies that are shapi ...
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Want to learn how to create exceptional B2B events that leave a lasting impression and deliver real results? Whether you’re tackling event planning, AV production, or the finer details of event management, we’ve got you covered. Brought to you by Byrne Production Services, Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast dives into the world of B2B events with candid conversations and insights from top industry experts. From event trends and planning tips to behind-the-scenes stories, we ...
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AIP Podcast EP 75 - Smarter Faster More Collaborative RFPs that Win with Trampoline
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13:44This episode’s guest, Edouard Reinach, Founder and CEO of Trampoline, joins host Anne to explore one of the most overlooked yet mission-critical challenges in enterprise operations, which is the chaos of RFP responses. Edouard shares his unexpected journey from teenage coder and global communicator to AI founder, shaped by curiosity, diverse intern…
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Landing Pages, Leads, and RFPs: A Practical Guide for EdTech Growth
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48:47Most education organizations are under pressure to do more with less. Teams are lean, hiring is frozen, and yet the demand for leads, pipeline, and proof of ROI keeps growing. At the same time, the buying cycle in K12 has never felt more compressed or more high stakes. You cannot afford to waste effort on campaigns, events, or RFPs that do not conv…
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Crafting Better RFPs: What Public Agencies Must Get Right
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13:18A weak RFP leads to poor proposals, mismatched vendors, and long-term project risk. This episode breaks down what public-sector leaders must know before releasing an RFP—especially for ERP or modernization efforts that impact multiple departments and millions of dollars. What’s covered: Why muddy scopes lead to misaligned vendor responses How to st…
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Parker Mills - Stop Chasing RFPs: The Smarter Way to Win in Public Sector Sales
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1:03:29This episode of The Inquisitor Podcast features Parker Mills, Account Executive at ServiceNow and author of State and Local Government Sales: Beyond the Bid. Parker exposes the systemic dysfunction created when short-term sales culture sabotages long-term public value. With 11 years in U.S. state and local government (SLG) sales, he dissects the br…
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Ep 400: A Look Back at the Last Decade in GovCon and a Look Ahead
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1:15:14Over 400 episodes and a decade in, we step back and ask a big question: how has government contracting really changed, and what is coming next? In this special fireside chat, Michael LeJeune, Joshua Frank, Rich Earnest, and Tom Prokop break down the shifts that matter. We talk about rising simplified acquisition and micro-purchase thresholds, the V…
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AI in Government: Transparency, Compliance & the Human Element
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10:43AI isn’t just another tool—it’s a turning point in how governments operate, share data, and serve the public. In this GovTech episode, the Avero team explores the real-world role of AI in public-sector operations—from modernizing compliance to enabling data transparency and navigating vendor overload. Inside the conversation: What the Financial Dat…
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Rethinking Procurement's Impact on Agency Success with Michelle Cleary
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22:36What are the often-overlooked red flags and chemistry factors that can make or break your agency's success in the RFP process? I'm thrilled to welcome Michelle Cleary, a seasoned marketing procurement professional with Anywhere Real Estate, to unravel the myths and unlock the potential of procurement in agency collaborations. Michelle shares her un…
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Ep. 182 - What Most SaaS Founders Get Wrong About Go-to-Market
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37:09Send us a text Guest: Prasanth Chilukuri, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Soul Street Ventures -- The biggest threat to early-stage SaaS growth isn’t competition. It’s founder distraction, unfocused GTM motions, and chasing quick wins instead of building a real business. In this episode, Prasanth Chilukuri, co-founder and managing partner of Soul …
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You Can't Spell Dairyland without AI: A Conversation with Dairyland CIO Nate Melby
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1:00:14In this episode of the ACES Power Hour, host Mike Bodnar and Courtney Stooksbury Parker talk with Nate Melby, Dairyland Power Cooperative’s CIO, about Dairyland’s multi-year AI journey. They discuss building Voltwrite (a private generative AI), use cases from retrieval-augmented generation and agentic applications to augmented reality and workforce…
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December Playbook: Support Teachers, Reach Leaders, and Get January Ready
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28:17December in K-12 is two weeks of chaos wrapped in out-of-office replies. Teachers are hanging on until winter break, district leaders are buried in celebrations and strategy, and your carefully crafted sales push is not getting the response your dashboard hoped for. If you are still banking on December to hit revenue targets, this episode is a real…
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#99 - How to Write Blogs and Emails Prospective Students Might Actually Read w/ Erin Fields from Ologie
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1:00:38In this conversation, Erin Fields, the marketing director at Ology, discusses her journey in higher education marketing, emphasizing the importance of authentic content and understanding student needs. She shares insights on leveraging LinkedIn for thought leadership, the role of Reddit in gathering student feedback, and effective strategies for em…
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From Thinking to Doing: Operational Disciplines That Work
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19:40Send us a text Last week, Bill and Bryan covered mental discipline—getting your head right. This week, they shift to operational discipline: the actual behaviors and systems that high performers use to win. This isn't about overhauling your entire life. It's about looking at your current operational system and asking: Is this working? If yes, keep …
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Ep 399: Winter is Coming for Your GovCon Strategy
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16:17Ep 399: Winter is Coming for Your GovCon Strategy by RSM FederalBy RSM Federal
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AI in Government Consulting: Strategy Needs a Human Touch
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12:53AI can speed up workflows—but it can’t replace wisdom. In this episode, the Avero team explores the evolving relationship between AI and government consulting. From federal funding realities to vendor evaluation and project planning, one theme is clear: tech without strategy isn’t progress—it’s chaos. You’ll learn: Why soft skills and human relatio…
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Succeeding in an AI World: Vital Training, Bias Awareness, and More with Waseem Ali, Part 2
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26:27Could AI leaders be the new key players in achieving financial revenue targets, or is this just another tech myth? In the second of two parts, we welcome back Waseem Ali, former Chief Data Officer at Lloyd's and now CEO at Rockborne. Waseem offers an expert's perspective on the role of AI and data leaders, arguing for their potential to directly in…
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The Mental Game: Building Discipline That Actually Works
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20:53Send us a text Bill and Bryan tackle mental discipline—but not the way you'd expect. Instead of rigid rules and forced habits, they reframe discipline as the inputs that create freedom, not constraints. In this first part of a two-part series, they explore the mental shifts that separate high performers from the rest: quieting your mind, embracing …
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Ep 398-Target, Tell, Win- A Practical Guide to GovCon Go-to-Market
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39:34In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, Michael LeJeune speaks with Alexa Tsui about the industry shift from traditional business development and capture toward disciplined go-to-market (GTM) strategies. Alexa explains why top tech entrants (Palantir, OpenAI, etc.) hire “go-to-market” leaders, not old-school BD roles, and why G…
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Choosing the Right ERP: Best-of-Breed vs. All-in-One
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13:02Choosing an ERP system isn't just a technical decision—it's a strategic one. In this episode, the GovTech team dives into the real conversations public-sector leaders should be having before selecting a system. From vendor demos to executive sponsorship and best-of-breed models, we explore how to approach ERP decisions with clarity and balance. Top…
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Succeeding in an AI World: Vital Training, Bias Awareness, and More with Waseem Ali, Part 1
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24:33How can businesses ensure responsible innovation without getting lost in the AI hype, and what role does upping your skills play in this journey? Waseem Ali, former Chief Data Officer at Lloyd's and now CEO at Rockborne, is here to share his top insights on thriving in an AI-driven market. As we explore the ever-evolving landscape of job roles infl…
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Ep. 181 - How Fast-Growing SaaS Companies Are Modernizing Their Revenue Stack
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32:50Send us a text Guest: Mark Walker, CEO at Nue.io -- SaaS pricing isn’t breaking because of AI — it’s breaking because most revenue systems were never built for the speed and complexity of today’s models. In this episode, Mark Walker, CEO of Nue.io, joins host Ken Lempit to unpack why modern SaaS and AI companies are abandoning legacy CPQ and billin…
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In this episode of Ignite Your Events, we sit down with Minto Schnieder. She is the Chair of Meetings Mean Business Canada, a coalition that brings together leaders from across the meetings and events industry to speak with one voice about the value and economic impact of business events in this country. We’re talking about advocacy, federal fundin…
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#98 - How Higher Ed Can Steal Apple’s Playbook for Vision, Buy-In, and Brand Momentum w/ Dérecco Lynch from University of Cincinnati
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54:24In this engaging conversation, Dr. Dérecco Lynch shares his insights on transforming higher education through innovative marketing strategies, storytelling, and building brand affinity. He emphasizes the importance of engaging students and stakeholders by simplifying messaging and creating a culture of collaboration. Drawing parallels with Apple's …
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Send us a text In this episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bryan Neale sits down with sales compensation expert Chris Goff, better known across the industry as “The Sales Comp Guy.” With deep experience in sales operations, territory optimization, and comp plan design, Chris brings a rare, holistic perspective to one of the most emotionally ch…
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AIP Podcast EP 74 - Smarter Clinical Outcomes through Odesso's AI-Powered Interoperability
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14:34This episode’s guest, Zameer Rizvi, Founder and CEO of Odesso, joins host Anne to explore one of the most urgent challenges in modern healthcare: the widespread fragmentation caused by disconnected and siloed systems. Zameer shares how his global upbringing and engineering background shaped his mission-driven, first principles approach to fixing he…
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Micro Mastery: Small Skills That Create Big Results
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17:38Send us a text Part two of our macro vs. micro skills series—and this one gets tactical. Bill and Bryan dive into the small, incremental skills that most salespeople overlook but that separate pros from amateurs. These aren't the big-picture capabilities; they're the in-the-moment moves that determine whether your sales calls actually go anywhere. …
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Steve Burnett: How One Founder Grew 300% and Achieved Financial Freedom Despite COVID, Divorce, and Cancer
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41:39Steve’s journey was marked by sheer graft and some brutal personal blows. His first five years were, in his own words, madness. Eighteen to twenty hour days, six days a week. Then came a messy divorce, COVID and throat cancer. The Founder Dependency Trap Like many founders, Steve found himself in the classic trap. Everyone relied on him to make eve…
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Ep 397: The Current State of AI How It’s About to Reshape Your Entire Workflow
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59:49AI is no longer a buzzword, it is quietly reshaping how companies work, hire, and compete. In this episode, I sit down with AI and automation expert (and repeat founder) Luke Thompson to unpack the real state of AI and what it means for business leaders.We talk about why free AI tools give you a false sense of security, why executives must lean in …
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Transformational Growth in the Age of AI Through Emotional Intelligence with Oya Mustafa
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26:08How can emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity transform your B2B sales strategy in a world dominated by automation? Joining the podcast today is Oya Mustafa, the Chief Growth Officer at Not Normal Group. We get into a deep discussion about transformative power of emotional intelligence in B2B sales, discussing how human-centric approaches…
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Charles Green: Decoding Trust in Sales, Why Intimacy Beats Credibility
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57:05Why Trust Breaks Down and What To Do About It In this episode, Marcus talks with Charles Green, one of the genuine heavyweights in the world of trust and commercial relationships. If you lead a mid market scaling tech firm and you suspect your sales or GTM function is underperforming for reasons no dashboard can explain, this conversation will feel…
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Jordan Corn - Performance Reviews: Festival of Fiction or Growth?
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1:00:26In this episode, Jordan Corn and Marcus Cauchi dissect the deeply flawed traditional approach to employee performance evaluation, the "Annual Festival of Fiction". They challenge the idea that reviews serve their intended purpose and share actionable frameworks for leaders to build continuous growth systems, rather than just checking boxes. Key The…
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Send us a text Most salespeople waste their first meeting covering basics that could've been handled beforehand. Bill introduces a game-changing digital asset: the introductory video—a 5-minute pre-meeting video that positions you as a credible problem-solver before the conversation even starts. In this episode, Bill breaks down the exact structure…
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Macro vs. Micro: Sales Skills That Actually Matter
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17:54Send us a text Bill and Bryan break down the difference between macro and micro sales skills—and why both matter more than you think. Inspired by a prospect who called out his own team for not asking clarifying questions, this episode explores the big-picture capabilities that separate average performers from top producers. They cover essential mac…
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EP 396: 2025 GAGE Report: What GovCons Must Know About Growth & Efficiency
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24:35In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, Michael LeJeune is joined by Kim Koster (VP of GovCon Strategy at Unanet) and John Sisson (EVP of CRM at Unanet) to discuss the newly released 2025 GAGE Report. Built from the input of over 1,200 GovCon leaders, the report benchmarks government contracting performance across compliance, a…
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The Hidden Costs of ERP Projects: What Leaders Overlook
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13:31ERP budgets don’t fail because of the software. They fail because of what leaders didn’t plan for. In this episode of GovTech, Megan and Robert Karnovitch unpack the invisible costs that quietly derail ERP initiatives—from staffing blind spots to legal slowdowns and executive turnover. This conversation covers: Why backfilling internal staff time i…
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The Secret Ingredients of Successful Brand Clarity with Ulli Appelbaum
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30:35Are you ready to discover the magic of combining scientific insights with emotional connections in brand strategy? Ulli Appelbaum, Founder & Chief Strategy Officer at First The Trousers Then The Shoes, joins us in this episode to explore the nuanced world of brand strategy. As he shares his wealth of experience in creating brand clarity and emotion…
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