Failblazer Podcast

Failblazer Podcast

By Carlos M. GarciaBusinessMarketing
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Failblazer Podcast episodes

  • How to Lead with Kindness

    In this episode of the Sellosophy podcast, host Carlos Garcia sits down with leadership expert Carlos Hernandez (aka Coach Kind), a high-energy coach who has dedicated his career to bringing teams together for collective success. With a rich background in business management and situational leadership, Coach Kind has made his mark across various industries, including sports, banking, advertising technology, and consulting.


    Born and raised in Miami, Florida, by Cuban immigrant parents, Coach Kind shares his compelling journey of understanding the value of hard work and gratitude from a young age. His upbringing shaped his strong work ethic and appreciation for the sacrifices made by his family.


    Throughout the episode, Coach Kind discusses his relentless enthusiasm for coaching and his innovative ideas that continuously drive teams to new heights. His contagious energy and passion are palpable, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their leadership skills and team dynamics.


    Tune in to hear Coach Kind’s inspiring story and gain insights into the importance of kindness, gratitude, and a positive mindset in achieving leadership excellence.


    Connect with Coach Kind:

    • Website
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • 35 min
    • Branding is Selling
      In this episode titled "Branding is Selling," I sit down with Alex Antolino, a renowned branding and content expert with a rich background as the creative director for Typeform and collaborations with top brands. We dive deep into the intrinsic connection between branding and sales, exploring how they feed off each other to drive success.
      Alex shares his insights on how impactful content not only shapes a brand but also plays a crucial role in the sales process. Our discussion illuminates the symbiotic relationship between branding and sales, asserting that one cannot truly thrive without the other.
      🎨 Why branding is not just about aesthetics but effectiveness
      🔄 How sales and branding fuel each other's success
      📈 The critical role of content in building and selling a brand
      Alex Antolino has been at the forefront of branding initiatives, leading creative directions that have left significant marks in the industry. His expertise offers valuable perspectives on how to leverage branding as a powerful tool for selling.
      Connect with Alex here:
      LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexantolino
      Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/antolino/
      Youtube:  @AlexAntolino 
      Web: https://www.alexantolino.com/
      36 min
    • How to lead with PURPOSE

      For over 30 years, Tricia Brouwers has been helping leaders and sales professionals to realize more of their potential. With a detailed experience of the Real Estate, Mortgage Industry, Leadership and High Performing Teams she has had the opportunity to work with people in almost every area of life and across almost all of North America.


      Her passion for people shows up in every interaction you have with her and is only amplified when you meet her speaking on stage and leading powerful, life-altering workshops. As a mom of an adult living with Autism and an executive leader, Tricia spends her work and home life advocating to help others discover everyone has purpose and a voice. Tricia is a change-maker and her key for catalyzing that change is to help others realize that curiosity is a superpower.


      I'm so excited to have spent this learning about her journey and sharing her experiences in leadership. We navigate topics like:

      • How to lead with Purpose
      • How to use Curiosity as your superpower
      • Identify your Core values to propel you into meaningful action
      • Use Self-reflection as a guiding force to help you use your past experiences as fuel to focus on your future

      • Connect with Tricia here:

        • LinkedIn
        • Instagram
        • Exactly What to Say



        • 51 min
        • How to GROW using LinkedIn

          In this episode, join us for a thought-provoking dive into the world of strategic social media with Beth Granger, a master of turning LinkedIn into a potent tool for sales and brand building.


          Beth brings her extensive expertise in social selling, employee engagement, and LinkedIn training to the table, offering invaluable insights for sales teams, business leaders, and individuals alike. As an "Exactly What to Say™" certified guide, she shares her mantra that relationships can't be automated and delves into how to make genuine connections in the digital age.


          We tackle a variety of topics with Beth:

          • Her journey into LinkedIn and social media coaching
          • Strategies to transform LinkedIn into a sales powerhouse
          • Overcoming the social media learning curve
          • Tailoring LinkedIn strategies for various industries
          • The power of 'Collaborative Content Creation™'
          • Anticipated LinkedIn features and trends
          • A remarkable success story under her guidance
          • Debunking common LinkedIn myths

          • Connect with Beth Granger



            • 41 min
            • Using Humor in Sales

              In this episode of Sellosophy, we're joined by the multi-talented Kevin Boyle, a real estate expert, coach, comedian and speaker, who unveils the secrets to success in sales, even in the face of rejection and challenges.

              🤣 Humor in Sales: Kevin shares his wisdom on strategically using humor in sales conversations to build rapport, ease tension, and create memorable interactions.
              💪 Dealing with Rejection: Discover Kevin's strategies for maintaining confidence and resilience when facing rejection and setbacks in the sales world.
              🧠 The Power of Self-Talk: Explore the profound impact of positive self-talk and how it can empower you to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.
              📖 "Exactly What to Say" Methodology: Learn how Kevin leverages the "Exactly What to Say" methodology by Phil M. Jones to craft persuasive and effective messages in sales and communication.
              Join us for a dynamic conversation that's brimming with actionable advice and real-world anecdotes. Whether you're in sales, a budding entrepreneur, or simply seeking inspiration for personal growth, Kevin's insights will leave you motivated and ready to tackle any challenge that comes your way.
              Don't forget to hit that "Subscribe" button, give us a thumbs up if you find this episode valuable, and share your thoughts in the comments section below. Stay tuned for more thought-provoking discussions on Sellosohpy!
              🔗 Connect with Kevin Boyle:

              • https://kevinmichaelboyle.com/
              • Linked In

              • #SalesHumor #Resilience #SelfTalk #OvercomingChallenges #ExactlyWhatToSay #Sellosohpy #Interview #KevinBoyle

                33 min
              • Nourish your Body to Perform with Clarity

                On Today's episode, I interview Ben Azadi , Author of Keto Flex and Founder of @KetoKamp. Health expert in the world of Keto and nutrition. We dive deep on the aspects of how we eat significantly affects how we show up to our body of work.

                Ben shares some incredible insights around:
                - The Connection between Nutrition, Mindset and productivity
                - How inflammation affect levels of energy and mental clarity
                - Ben's biggest lessons in selling and shifting his mindset to serve others
                - How to deal with your ethnic cultural backgrounds and a healthy relationship with your family and food
                - 5 action steps to integrate nutritional practices and start leveling up your nutrition, mindset and sales performance
                You can learn more about Ben Azadi here:
                Web - http://www.benazadi.com
                IG - @benazadi
                "Eat this, not that" video

                33 min
              • Finding Purpose in Pain

                Discover the incredible journey of Katey Maddux, the visionary behind Millennial Accounting, as she shares her journey of transforming pain into purpose. Despite growing up living with a troubled past, Katey shares how we use our pain to help us ACT. Acknowledge our trials and tribulations, Commit to changing the narrative, and Telling our story. We discuss how we can build a connection with our customers and communities by showing up as our authentic selves, investing in our own self worth and growth - and building the courage to recognize our value so we can have frictionless conversations and command higher prices in the accounting industry.


                Get in touch with Katey:

                IG - @kateymaddux

                Web - https://kateymaddux.com/

                LI - Katey Maddux

                34 min
              • Building Authority

                Former software developer, Author of the book "Hourly Billing is Nuts!" Host of several podcasts, one called "Ditching Hourly" and another with a co-host called "The Business of Authority" Now he spends his spend my time teaching self-employed professionals how to increase their income without working more hours.

                Jonathan Stark and I explore topics around helping Solo Expert Consultants scale by building authority. We cover a range of topics like:
                ○ Why do Expert Consultants plateau in their businesses?
                ○ Why do professionals struggle to let go of that "Free discovery call"?
                ○ What is the negative effect of keeping this business model?
                ○ What are more organic ways to do Lead Generation?
                ○ Why and folks struggle with picking a niche?
                You can learn more about Jonathan here:
                https://jonathanstark.com/
                You can also listen to the episode on any podcast streaming service:
                https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...

                49 min
              • Exactly What To Say

                Phil M. Jones is a Master of Influence and Persuasion – Author of Seven Best Selling Business Books, including "Exactly What To Say" which has sold over a

                million copies worldwide and translated into over 32 languages. Today we dive deep into the book and the 23 rejection free phrases anyone can use in sales conversations to have better conversations that lead to positive outcomes. We talk about how to build the right mindset and the 4 cornerstones that support the effectiveness of using these magic words. We also dive into pitfalls to avoid and tips to help you strengthen your confidence and success when engaging with your customers. If you serve customers, whether you are in sales or not - this is the book everyone should have.


                Learn more about Phil:

                • Website
                • Get the Exactly What To Say Book
                • Follow him on IG
                • LinkedIn
                • 39 min
                • Technology, Neuroscience and Sales

                  In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Moeed Amin, Founder and CEO of The Proverbial Door. He is an expert on the neuroscience of decision-making and persuasion. Join is as we explore various topics such as:

                  • Will AI replace sales professionals?
                  • How technology can help professionals with sales
                  • How Neuroscience affects buyer's decisions
                  • Top qualities buyers look for in a seller to build trust
                  • How to connect with Moeed Amin and learn more about The Proverbial Door:

                    Web: https://www.proverbialdoor.com/

                    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moeedamin/

                    46 min

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