Pony Tales Podcast

Nicole Wingard, the remarkable Miss Texas-Miss Frisco, returns to the show as she prepares for this year's Miss Texas pageant! She's launched "The Rise Above Series with Nicole Wingard," a powerful podcast where people share their stories of overcoming hardships. Nicole, a survivor of sexual assault, discusses her journey and how she's using her Miss America platform to inspire others. Plus, she answers live questions from her followers, making for an engaging conversation. Join us on July 1st at 8:00 pm CST to support Nicole in the Miss Texas Pageant!

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- Chapters and Key moments

00:00:00 - Start

0:04:30 - Trauma to podcasting inspiration

0:26:48 - Purpose of Rise Above Series Podcast

0:35:49 - Fan questions!

0:50:50 - Preparing for Miss Texas Pageant

1:34:50 - Spooky PONY TALE

Join us for an exciting episode as Mary Meyer, a seasoned commercial actor and four-summer book girl, chats with Andres about the world of acting. We learned how Mary entered the field, the qualities that distinguish good actors, and her favorite roles. She also shares her involvement in sales through Home Bars and More. Prepare for an engaging conversation filled with passion and insights. Don't miss out on this captivating episode!

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00:00:00 - Intro

0:06:20 - Getting into acting

0:18:40 - Big lessons from acting

0:25:15 - Good vs. bad actors

0:32:00 - Favorite and challenging roles

0:48:45 - Spontaneous acting exercise

1:09:50 - Lessons from online sales

1:43:00 - STORY: Calluses on my ass

It can be frustrating when people doubt your ideas or goals. But fear not, in this episode, we're sharing some of our best tips and tricks for handling skeptics like a pro. From witty comebacks to evidence-based arguments, we've got you covered. Tune in to hear some hilarious stories of skeptics who turned into believers, and learn how you can do the same.

Executives in this episode:

Pat Roach- Southwestern Real Estate

Greta Huerta- Cardinal Senior Benefits

Alecia Huck- Maverick and Company

Hosts: Lee McCroskey and Andres Gamboa

If you would like to learn more about an opportunity to work with any of our Executives, please email us at [email protected]

As we delved into the conversation, we uncovered the distinct qualities that set leaders apart from managers. We busted some myths, challenged traditional notions, and dug deep into the skills and traits needed to excel in each role. We discussed the art of inspiring others, making tough decisions, and keeping the ship sailing smoothly.

But it wasn't just about pitting one against the other. We explored how leadership and management intertwine, how they can work in harmony to drive organizations forward. We shared strategies for striking the right balance, embracing the strengths of both approaches, and creating a winning formula for success.

If you're someone who wants to up their game in the business world, this episode is a goldmine of insights and practical advice. Whether you're a natural-born leader or a master of management, you'll walk away with a fresh perspective and actionable strategies to take your career to the next level.

About Our Panel:

Alecia Huck:

Alecia Huck, founder of MAVERICK & Company, is a renowned management consultant, speaker, and author. With a focus on customization and preserving company culture, she empowers entrepreneurs to achieve success authentically. [Website URL]

Pat Roach:

Pat Roach, founder of Southwestern Real Estate (SWRE), became a top-producing agent through his commitment to excellence and inspiration to others in the industry.

Lee McCroskey:

Lee McCroskey excelled in sales, marketing, and leadership training, impacting thousands of college students worldwide. Connect with him on Facebook to learn more.

Will Metscher:

Will Metscher, a Sales and Leadership Coach, helps individuals unleash their potential and achieve personal and professional goals. His expertise and empathy make him a trusted leader.

Quintin Roberts:

Quintin is a master trainer, coach and manger for Cardinal Senior Benefits. His track record for developing successful sales people has spanned for almost two decades and over several different high performing companies.

Join Andres Carrillo as he shares his incredible journey on the bookfield with Andres Gamboa. From selling books as a high school junior to gaining new insights into culture, resilience, and personal growth, Carrillo's story is one of remarkable transformation. Tune in for an inspiring episode that explores the power of stepping outside your comfort zone and embracing new opportunities. Listen for an enlightening conversation with Carrillo and Gamboa as they delve into the impactful lessons learned along the way.

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0:00:00 - Start

0:09:30 - "I have an unconventional recruiting story."

0:19:00 - Selling in 2020.

0:46:40 - Racism in El Paso, TX?

1:21:09 - Changing Political Views.

1:37:30 - Pericarditis.

2:15:00 - Spiritual encounter.

Hailing from the Philippines, Peter's journey took an unexpected twist when his own dad recruited him to sell books during his high school days. But hey, that was just the beginning of this wild ride! Join Peter as he kicks back with Andres and dishes out some mind-blowing tales that highlight the interconnectedness of our world, the mind-blowing generosity of families, and brace yourself for a seriously crazy moment involving a legendary "blue light special" and an unexpected brush with the law.

Digging deep into the topic of "imposter syndrome," Peter and Andres go on a philosophical journey to unravel the significance of recognizing one's own experience and dang value. And hold up, Peter spills the beans on his latest project that's all about helping young guns who are itching to leave the bookfield. He's got this killer resource and course in the works, connecting them with dope opportunities and networks to make that smooth transition into the "real world.

Peter can be reached on his insta: @petervarbergcoach

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- Chapters

0:00:00 Start

0:16:35 Perspective on Poverty and Success

0:27:54 Family Legacy in selling books

0:43:10 Growing Leadership Skills

0:52:09 Imposter Syndrome

1:30:00 Peter's Post-Books Project

1:55:38 Arrest Stories

In this episode, Rebecca Gebhardt, founder of Leaderboard to Leadership, shares with Andres how she came to found her sales training organization after recognizing a missing gap in the development of successful sales managers. From her experience selling books and her journey in post-books sales roles, Rebecca shares some powerful lessons on the impact of an inspiring mentor and boss, some of the blunders made with sales and leadership, and of course some great book stories. While some of the mantras of the book-field might not always transfer to life off the book-field, Rebecca share the story of how the answer might just lie behind the next door in her Pony Tale. Enjoy!

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- Chapters and Key moments

0:00:00 Start

0:10:39 Why is no one coaching new sales leaders?

0:14:54 What from SW works now

0:17:00 Knocking on her husband's door

0:26:17 Common Mistakes Leaders Make

0:31:20 Origin Story

0:39:56 RAPID FIRE

0:45:55 PONY TALES

Dana Potthoff, a kick-ass coach who never fails to share incredible wisdom. Join Dana and Andres as they dive into the story of how Dana's sales career took off with the help of selling books. Along the way, she's made stops at Tom James, credit card processing, and now she's rocking it as a coach with Southwestern Consulting.

Being a Los Angeles native, Dana has some wild tales to tell about the famous folks she's crossed paths with. Get ready for some juicy celebrity encounters and hilarious moments!

This episode is jam-packed with insights that will leave you inspired. And stay tuned until the end, because there's a powerful story that'll remind us all of the impact of generosity.

- Links Mentioned on the show:

@dana.potthoff

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- Chapters

00:00:00 Start

01:07:52 Importance of Mission

01:17:59 Avoiding Chaos

01:24:40 SW Origin Story

01:43:10 FIRSTS

01;48:30 Pivotal Moments

01:57:30 Success in PR

02:08:00 Back to SW

02:43:00 RAPID FIRE

02:59:47 PONY TALES

Jordan shares his incredible journey from dropping out of college to leading a marketing sales team, working at Google, and finally pursuing his passion for photography as an artist in NYC.

As a former bookman with Southwestern, Jordan credits the principles he learned during his two summers selling books as the foundation for his success along the way. He's got some fantastic Pony Tales to share, including selling books with his dad following him and the day he was casually kidnapped!

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jordan about his career path, how Southwestern Advantage set him up for success, and what's next in his journey as an editorial photographer. Follow Jordan on Instagram to keep up with his latest work.

- Links Mentioned on the show:

@jordanowen.nyc

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Get ready to meet Eric Plantenberg – a former bookman who has gone on to build an international beverage company with principles he learned selling books. In this episode, he shares his journey with us, along with the lessons he's learned along the way.

Based just down the road from us in Bend, OR, Eric is the co-founder of Humm Kombucha, a thriving company that's making waves in the beverage industry. He's also ventured into personal development with Roger Seip (featured in episode #109) and has a few exciting new projects on the horizon.

As a four-and-a-half-summer bookman, Eric has some fascinating stories to tell about his time selling books, and he shares how the elemental principles of Southwestern Advantage set him up for a successful career post-books. He also talks about how failures along the way have shaped his life for the better.

Don't miss this inspiring episode! Follow Eric on LinkedIn and stay tuned for more exciting ventures from this bookman-turned-entrepreneur.

- Links Mentioned on the show:

Michelle Mitchel Episode

Roger Seip Episode

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- Topics and Chapters

05:10:00 Travel

11:18:00 Leaving SW

24:40:00 Unforeseen aspects of starting a business

39:40:00 Building a business with Roger Seip

57:40:00 Going to Prison

01:16:47 Building Humm Kombucha

01:32:15 Upcoming new ventures

01:40:30 RAPID FIRE

01:44:00 PONY TALE