The Sales Machine

The Sales Machine

By John RankinsBusiness
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The Sales Machine episodes

  • The Power of Celebrity Marketing in Sales with Clint Arthur

    Let’s learn how the power of celebrity marketing and storytelling brings success in business.

    Celebrities have been wielding an extraordinary sway over the hearts and minds of millions. They play a vital role in business advertising because of the influence they are endowed with.


    This week, our guest is Clint Arthur. A successful entrepreneur, best-selling author, advisor, and speaker. His expertise spans the spectrum of enterprises, ranging from $1 million to $1 billion in size. As a speaker, Clint has shared the stage with some of the most famous people in the world, including Martha Stewart, Dr Oz, and 5 Presidents of the United States to name a few.


    Throughout the interview, Clint shared how he scaled his business and brought vast influence and credibility through celebrity marketing, speaking engagements and storytelling. He showed how he stood out among the rest of his competitors and won over multi-billion companies.


    Don't miss out and learn strategic celebrity marketing that could redefine your advertising approach. Tune in now and elevate your influence and profit!



    Episode Highlights

    “Sales is challenging, but when you do the right marketing and brand positioning, It's a whole different ball game.” - John Rankins

    “If you want to make a bigger difference in your world and in the world of your clients and prospects, you can't be the same as everybody else.You have to stand out.” - Clint Arthur


    “You can't always get what you want, sometimes you find you get what you need.” - Clint Arthur


    “The best time to invest in marketing is during the tough times when people are pulling back, when people are afraid to invest.” - Clint Arthur



    Connect with Clint Arthur

    Website: https://www.clintarthur.tv/

    X: https://twitter.com/clintarthur

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

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClintArthur

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clintarthur.tv/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClintArthur/videos


    Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    52 min
  • How to Improve Sales Performance with Steve Benson

    If you are looking to improve sales performance, then you are in for a treat.

    This is an interview with Steve Benson, CEO and founder of Badger Maps, the world's leading route planner for field salespeople. He was the top performing salesperson at Google enterprise, and has worked with other big tech companies like IBM. He helps companies all over the world to improve sales performance.

    With a robust skill set encompassing Leadership, Product Marketing, and Consulting, Steven brings invaluable expertise to the industry, enriching it with his profound insights and contributions.

    In this discussion, Steve discusses the importance of understanding a firm's value proposition, coaching sales teams, and cooperating with partners.

    Don’t miss this episode and discover the challenges of economic downturns, the importance of customer retention, and how to improve sales performance.

    Episode Highlights

    “Training is not something you did. Training is something you do. “ - John Rankins

    “If you get too comfortable, there's always going to be somebody out there who's hungrier and is definitely going to take advantage of the hustle and find a way to increase their value proposition over yours. “ - John Rankins


    “Having a great product and creating value is the best form of marketing and or advertising” - Steve Benson


    “In tough times, a lot of people want to hide, but that's the most important time to get in front of your customers and see how you can be helpful to them because that's how relationships keep going.” -Steve Benson




    Connect with Steve Benson

    Website: https://www.badgermapping.com/

    X: https://twitter.com/SteveBenson

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

    Podcast: https://www.badgermapping.com/podcast/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BadgerMapping


    Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    39 min
  • The Power of Influence in Growing Businesses with Matt Brown

    Let’s all learn the power of influence when it comes to growing our businesses.

    Most people believe that influence is measured by the number of followers and how popular a person is. But according to Matt Brown, it’s about making a meaningful impact and creating positive change through educating people.

    Our guest this week is Matt Brown. He is a seasoned founder and entrepreneur with a fervent commitment to supporting entrepreneurs, CEOs, business leaders, and the wider business community in driving positive change. With a rich history as the founder of 14 companies over 25 years, He sold over 10 billion in sales and wrote best-selling books, The Secrets of Fail, Reverse Engineered and Secrets of Influence.

    During this conversation, Matt discusses the power of influence and how people can build it by creating their own media platform, community, and differentiating themselves from the rest. As Matt eloquently put it, if you're doing the same thing that everybody else is doing, it's time to pause and reflect.

    Tune in now and together let’s discover the power of influence and how you can start building your billion dollar business.


    Episode Highlights

    ““Influence is the currency of future business leaders.” - Matt Brown

    “True influence is not about elevating oneself. True influence is about lifting others up.” - Matt Brown

    “You can change the world one conversation at a time,” - Matt Brown

    “The greatest leaders in the world are the ones that bring people up, but they can also lead from behind. “ -John Rankins

    “Leadership is influence and persuasion from service. If you come from service, you’re never nervous.” -John Rankins



    Connect with Matt Brown

    Website: https://mattbrownshow.com/

    Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/mattbrownza/

    X: https://twitter.com/mattbrownza

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

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattbrownza/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MattBrownShow


    Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    46 min
  • Growing your company with a successful mindset with Vikas Malkani

    If we want to be successful, we must develop a successful mindset.

    Our guest for this week is one of the most exceptional strategist and coaches in the world. He has coached CEOs worldwide and worked with top companies like Rolls Royce and Nike to enhance performance. He has a successful 20-year business history, founded Soul Center in Singapore, and created programs for CEOs and children.

    Throughout this interview, Vikas discusses the power of a successful mindset, and how it can ignite transformations for companies success. He also discusses the importance of identifying our blindspots and limiting beliefs, and how removing these things can change our life.

    By achieving a successful mindset, we can master how we handle stress and challenges.

    Tune in now!

    Episode Highlights

    “The perspective that we carry, the way we look at the world, and the possibilities it offers us. Mindset is the beginning of all the results that we create in our life.” - Vikas Malkani

    “Only when you understand you can actually change your psychology, can you change your mindset.” -Vikas Malkani

    “Whenever stress comes upon us, our mind loses the ability to think clearly.” -Vikas Malkani

    “Every human being is a product of their own conditioning, of their own psychology, and we, in a way, we become victims of it. And that's where the blind spots come” -Vikas Malkani



    Connect with Vikas Malkani

    Website: VikasMalkani.com , https://soulcentre.org/ , http://www.soulkids.org/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vikas.malkani.10/

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vikasmalkani

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SoulCentreSG


    Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    46 min
  • Unlocking the Power of Sales Training with Blair Singer

    Are you training your people the right way? Sales training is one of the best things you can do to exponentially grow your business and take it to new heights.

    Blair Singer, Founder at Blair Singer Training Academy, is extremely passionate in educating people regarding sales and leadership. He is the Author of bestselling book SalesDogs, and Rich Dad Advisor to Robert Kiyosaki in the area of sales, team building and leadership. He firmly believes that we all must teach people how to teach what people want to learn in order to change the world.

    In our discussion, we discuss how critical training can help teams thrive, the psychology behind enhancing team performance, the importance of leaders being teachers, and leveraging technology like Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive sales.

    This episode is all about the importance of authentic teaching and how it can transform the marketplace.

    Episode Highlights

    “The educational system is not really serving. It’s just teaching people how to be minions with opinions and will not change the world.” - John Rankins.


    “If you’re not in love with what you’re doing, fall in love with why you’re doing it.” - John Rankins


    “We now have the ability to do so much more, with so much less, because of AI and technology with the combination of brilliant minds.” - Blair Singer


    “Be a teacher and a leader. That’s the greatest thing you can do. Teach what you’re learning to your teams and to the people around you. Then we make this world a better place for all of us.” - Blair Singer



    Connect with Blair Singer

    Website: https://www.blairsinger.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blairsingerofficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blair.singer/

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/blairsinger

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlairSingerSpeaker


    Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    1 hr 3 min
  • Embrace AI and grow your business with James Skinner

    AI is no longer the future.. It’s already here! And the key to growing your business exponentially is to embrace AI.

    In this episode of the Sales Machine Podcast, we discuss the expertise of James Skinner using AI tools in skyrocketing businesses.

    James Skinner is a titan in the world of business strategy and growth. With over two decades of experience, James has been the driving force behind numerous successful startups and Fortune 500 companies. His credentials are nothing short of impressive: a Harvard Business School alumnus, former Chief Strategy Officer at TechGiant Corp, and a sought-after keynote speaker at international business conferences. James is not just a strategist; he's a visionary who transforms ideas into tangible results.


    Throughout the interview, we discuss how ChatGPT can be a game-changer for people who embrace AI. The key is to understand what it is, and what it is not.


    Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your sales game. Tune in now to the Sales Machine Podcast and discover the blueprint to business success. If you're serious about scaling your business, Listen now!


    Things you will learn in this episode
    • How AI is replacing people but is also creating unprecedented opportunities
  • Why we should embrace AI and understand its potential
  • The power of the AI Superhuman community
  • First ever best-selling book written by AI


  • Connect with James Skinner

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-skinner-988434149/

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/twgjames?lang=en

    AI Super Human Website: https://req.qubo.jp/james/form/AISuperhumanJ


    Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    1 hr 13 min
  • Market Invention Strategy with Adam Vasquez

    Ever felt stuck in your business and is looking for fresh ways to grow? Then this episode is for you. Join us as we interview a sales expert who's changed the game using Market Invention Strategy.

    Introducing Adam Vasquez, author of Toothfish and Market Invention. He once managed a huge budget for Google ads, spoke at big events, and even wrote a book about new ways to think about the market. From dreaming of drawing for Pixar to helping big companies make more money, Adam's story is full of surprises.

    In this chat, Adam spills the beans on how sales are changing, why stories matter in business, and tips that have helped companies make big bucks. He talks about new trends, the problems with some sales tools, and the Market Invention Strategy.

    Ready to give your sales a boost? Listen in now. You'll get tips, stories, and ideas that could be the game-changer you've been waiting for. Don't miss out!

    Things you will learn in this episode

    • The power of storytelling in sales
  • Evolution of sales
  • The challenges with modern CRMs
  • Using the Market Invention Strategy to get ahead
  • Importance of connectivity with customers

  • Connect with Adam Vasquez

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/Adam_Vasquez

    Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    1 hr
  • Psychology of Sales: Reasons Why Customers Don’t Buy with Dr. Alan Barnard

    Do you want to land your dream clients? Before you can do that, you must first get inside the buyers mind and understand the psychology of sales.

    In this episode of the Sales Machine Podcast, we explore the hidden barriers that’s keeping your dream clients out of reach, with Dr. Alan Barnard.

    Alan is one of the world's leading decision scientists and a renowned expert in the theory of constraints. As a serial entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Gold Rat Research Labs, and an award-winning scientist, Dr. Barnard has advised giants like Microsoft, Nike, Cisco, SAP, and Intel. His expertise has even reached humanitarian organizations like Habitat for Humanity, proving that his strategies are versatile and universally effective.

    Throughout the interview, Alan unveils groundbreaking insights into the world of marketing and the psychology of sales. His unique approach to addressing client fears and uncertainties is a game-changer, offering a fresh perspective on how to truly connect with and serve your clients.

    Don't miss out on these invaluable strategies that could redefine your sales approach. Tune in now and elevate your sales game to levels you never thought possible by understanding the psychology of sales.

    Things you will learn in this episode

    • The importance of understanding client fears
  • Understanding how clients decide
  • How to crafting irresistible offers
  • Universal sales strategies
  • Hidden barriers in closing sales

  • Connect with Dr. Alan Barnard

    Website: https://dralanbarnard.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralan.barnard

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

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DrAlanBarnard

    Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    57 min
  • Unlocking the Power of AI in Marketing with Jeff J. Hunter

    We should not fear Artificial Intelligence. We should all learn how to use it and exponentially make ourselves better. It’s time to unlock the power of AI.

    Join us and dive into an electrifying conversation with Jeff J. Hunter, a.k.a Savage Marketer. Jeff is a renowned digital marketing wizard and a pioneering advocate for the integration of Artificial Intelligence in the marketing domain.

    With a robust career that spans creating viral content and building formidable online brands, Jeff has emerged as a thought leader, guiding businesses through the digital jungle and helping them not only survive but thrive.

    In this not-to-be-missed episode, Jeff peels back the curtain to reveal how AI is reshaping the marketing landscape and creating a seismic shift in how businesses operate online. His journey from writing viral content to creating an AI persona that crafts compelling copy is nothing short of a digital revolution! His mission is to educate people how to use AI to avoid being replaced.

    Things you will learn in this episode

    • How AI can help create content and amplify your reach through viral posts.
  • Why building a community is paramount and how AI can be a game-changer in nurturing and expanding your digital tribe.
  • The importance of having a trusted brand in this era flooded with content, and how to solidify your brand presence with AI.
  • AI Disparity Gap: the stark contrast between businesses adopting AI and those lagging behind.
  • Surrounding yourself with good people to compliment your blindspot can be crucial for success.

  • Connect with Jeff Hunter

    Website: https://jeffjhunter.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jhunter101

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffjhunter/

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/jhunter101

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/jeffjhunter

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffjhunter

    Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    51 min
  • The Ultimate Unfair Advantage to Building a Sales Machine in your Business

    It’s time for you to build the ultimate sales machine inside your company!

    Inside this pilot episode of the The Sales Machine Podcast, we will talk about the legendary framework of Chet Holmes and the things that he implemented in fortune 500 companies that helped them achieve sustainable and scalable results.

    We will discuss real, relevant, and actionable strategies that will help you future-proof your business from generation to generations and build the ultimate sales machine.

    This is an episode you don't want to miss as we guide you towards breaking through barriers and pushing your company forward.

    Things you will learn in this episode

    • Why most company fail
  • The ultimate sales machine framework
  • Power of training
  • Learning the psychology of customers
  • Education based marketing

  • Connect with John Rankins

    Website:https://thesalesmachine.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSalesMachineOfficial

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalesmachine_official/

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thesalesmachineofficial/

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRankinsOfficial

    15 min

About The Sales Machine

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Welcome to "The Sales Machine Podcast" with your host, John Rankins, a seasoned expert in transforming sales teams into powerhouses. Whether you're a CEO, a Head of Sales Operations, a Regional Sales…