Revenue Problem Solvers

Trade shows aren’t just brand awareness plays! They are revenue drivers and need to be thought of it like that.

In this episode, we dig into how to make events part of an integrated marketing strategy that builds relationships and fuels pipeline.

We cover:

• Why “story before structure” should guide your booth strategy

• The key metrics marketing leaders should actually track

• Turning feelings into facts — and experiences into data

• Creating exceptional hospitality that turns visitors into advocates

If you’re leading B2B marketing, events, or brand experience, this one’s packed with insights you can put into action before your next show.

Thank you you Virtual Causeway for sponsoring this episode! Learn more about them at www.virtualcauseway.com.

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The hiring market flipped overnight. Most companies are still operating like it didn't happen.

Mateo Polic, CEO of Accentio, breaks down what actually changed in the talent market, and why your hiring strategy needs to evolve.

In this episode:

• Why revenue-per-headcount became a focused metric that matters
• Profitability replaced "growth at all costs"
• How office mandates cut your talent pool by 70%
• Why companies keep passing on great candidates in search for unicorns
• What AI is actually doing in recruiting
• How to adapt your hiring process for 2025 and beyond

Key insights:

• 5-day office mandates = 20-30% of talent pool
• Fully remote = 80-90% of talent pool
• The "unicorn trap" keeping roles open for months
• When interest rates changed everything about team building

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What do you do when you’ve only got 8 customers—but they include AT&T, Dell, General Mills, and Best Buy?

In this episode, Dustin Joost shares the bold move his team made early on: hosting a customer conference with just 8 clients. But this wasn’t just an event—it became the foundation of their community-led growth strategy and helped shape an entire category.

We dive into:

• How to turn early customers into strategic allies

• Why building a community is like managing a sales territory

• The surprising ROI of creating real dialogue with your users

If you're a founder, marketer, or builder looking to grow through connection—not just conversion—this episode is a must-listen.

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No budget. No enablement. And a team stuck in reactive support mode.So what did Ryan do?He turned his Customer Success team into a revenue engine.He launched a brand-new Account Management motion.He drove upsells, cross-sells — and got executive buy-in along the way.All with:No external trainingNo additional tech stackJust a clear plan, smart team structure, and weekly call reviews every MondayIn this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Ryan redefined Customer Success to support growth
• Why mindset shift beats tool stack
• How he built compensation plans and three AM levels from scratch
• What it takes to create expansion opportunities without budget or headcount

Ryan’s three keys for launching this new motion:1 - Be crystal clear on the problem2 - Get buy-in from your executive team3 - Define your metrics early — and live by themThis episode is a must-watch for any CS or RevOps leader building from zero.Thank you to Virtual Causeway for sponsoring this episode! To learn more about Virtual Causeway, visit www.virtualcauseway.com and mention the show for a special rate!Connect with Ryan Heintz -   / ryanheintz   Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes GTM playbooks and leadership stories.

How do you build a sales team that actually wins?

In this episode, I’m joined by Marcus Chan to dive deep into what it really takes to coach reps to success; not just once, but consistently.

We talk about:

• The CHARGE and SCALE frameworks for coaching and performance

• How to set your team up for success from day one

• Using the Pareto Principle (80/20 Rule) to focus your efforts

• Why every team needs locker room leaders — and how to find them

• How to run role plays that actually move the needle

If you're leading a sales team (or want to), this episode is a blueprint for building a high-performance culture that sticks.

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Pricing your product is the hardest part of building a business. I've said it.

In this episode, Doug Landis and I break down the challenges of defining your pricing strategy and to know that it's not a one and done situation!

We cover the psychology behind customer willingness to pay, how to truly understand your Ideal Customer Profile, and the strategic approach to evaluating which verticals to target. Whether you're a founder struggling with your first pricing page or a seasoned entrepreneur looking to optimize revenue, this episode gives you the frameworks to turn pricing from guesswork into strategy.Thank you to Virtual Causeway for sponsoring this episode! To learn more about Virtual Causeway, visit www.virtualcauseway.com and mention the show for a special rate!

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What happens when your company collapses from $6 million in recurring revenue to zero — in just two months?

In this open and candid episode, legendary sales leader John Barrows shares how it happened, what it taught him, and how AI is shaping the next chapter — not just in business, but in how we work and live.

We dig into:

• The real cost of churn (and why it sneaks up on you)

• John's experience losing everything almost overnight

• The role of AI as an augmentor, not a replacement

• John's analogy of Iron Man (not Terminator) is the right mindset for the AI era

• How to build a future-proof career by embracing technology

💬 "Once Tony Stark got JARVIS, that’s when he became Iron Man."

This episode is a must-listen for founders, sales pros, and anyone navigating the intersection of AI and human performance.

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#JohnBarrows #AI #SalesLeadership #Churn #SaaS #IronManMindset #TechPodcast #BusinessGrowth #B2Bsales

"Tell me your win rate and I can tell you exactly where you are in business." - Anthony Iannarino

Anthony just dropped the most brutally honest sales diagnostic, and it's going to change how you think about your numbers forever.🔥

What You'll Discover:

✅ Why a 23% win rate reveals EXACTLY what's broken in your sales process

✅ The 4 critical gaps that your win rate exposes (most people miss #3)

✅ How to diagnose your sales conversations without listening to a single call

✅ Why "average" enterprise win rates are actually a red flag, not a benchmark

✅ The certainty principle that separates top performers from the struggling majority

💡 KEY INSIGHT: Your win rate isn't just a metric - it's a diagnostic tool that reveals whether you're leading prospects or following them, providing clarity or creating confusion, and projecting confidence or uncertainty.

Anthony Iannarino breaks down the psychology behind why certain win rates indicate specific problems in your sales approach, and more importantly, how to fix them.

Perfect for: Sales professionals, business owners, revenue leaders, and anyone tired of "average" results who wants to understand what their numbers are really telling them.

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Connect with Anthony Iannarino:   / iannarino   or at https://www.thesalesblog.com/

Thank you to Virtual Causeway - https://virtualcauseway.com/ - for sponsoring this episode!

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"Supercharge Your Outbound: From Cold Leads to Hot Opportunities"

Tired of low response rates and dead-end outreach? In this episode, Beth Mastre reveals insider secrets to crush your outbound prospecting efforts. Learn how to craft irresistible cold emails, tap into channels that actually work, and turn cold leads into hot opportunities. Discover the strategies top sales pros use to fill their pipeline faster than ever. Stop wasting time on prospects who ignore you — start converting like a pro. 🔥

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Thinking about selling to the enterprise? It’s a massive growth lever — but also a completely different beast than SMB sales.

In this episode, we get real about what it actually takes to move upmarket. No fluff. No theory. Just battle-tested lessons from someone who’s been through it.

You’ll learn:

• The biggest mistakes companies make when chasing big logos

• Determine if your company and product are ready for moving upmarket

• Verticalize or territory focus?

If you're a founder, sales leader, or GTM operator looking to scale your motion into the enterprise, this episode will save you time, money, and frustration.

Thank you to Virtual Causeway - https://virtualcauseway.com/ - for sponsoring this episode! If you're looking to grow or generate more leads, speed up your sales cycle, and grow revenue without adding headcount, give the team at Virtual Causeway a call!

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