Most people think they're moving forward, but what they're really doing is standing still while their competition laps them.

In this episode of The Sales Machine, I sit down with the legend himself—Brad Lea.

Entrepreneur, investor, CEO, and host of the Dropping Bombs podcast.

Brad’s the guy who built Lightspeed VT, changed the game in online learning, and built a network so powerful it’s insane.

We talk about what it really takes to stay ahead and why if you're not innovating daily, you’re getting left behind.

🔥 What You’ll Learn:

• Why "exposure" isn't real training—and how to fix it
• How AI is reshaping the future of learning and business
• The truth about building a company without outside funding
• Why mindset is the real secret weapon in sales and entrepreneurship
• How building better habits can completely change your path
• Why your relationships are your net worth
• The power of gratitude, choice, and having a Million Dollar Morning Routine

If you’re tired of watching others pass you by while you “play it safe,” it’s time to wake up.

Innovate daily. Level up your mindset. Build relationships that matter.

Hit play, take notes, and outpace your competition starting today.

Episode Highlights

"You have to innovate every single day because if you don’t, somebody else will." - Brad Lea

"It’s not about what you know, it’s about what you consistently practice." - John Rankins

"Just exposing people to information is not training. Training requires repetition, practice, and accountability." - Brad Lea

"So many people think they’re failing when they’re actually just in the building phase." - John Rankins

"If you don’t kick your own ass every day, someone else is gonna do it for you." - Brad Lea

"AI is powerful, but the human connection will always win deals." - John Rankins

Chapters

(01:54 ) -The Evolution of Lightspeed VT

(11:54) - Overcoming Challenges and Staying Focused

(18:01) - The Role of AI in Training and Innovation

(24:07) - Real Financial and Helping Others Succeed

(29:46) - The Power of Choice and Mindset

(32:21) - The Power of Mindset in Sales

(35:31) - Developing Essential Skills for Success

(39:08) - If AI Were Satan: Here’s How It Would Destroy Your Success

(42:53) - Overcoming Negative Influences

(46:57) - Creating a Million Dollar Morning Routine

(51:30) - The Role of Relationships in Success

(56:04) - The Choice to Succeed

Connect with Brad Lea

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

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

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

YouTube: https://x.com/TheRealBradLea 

X: https://x.com/TheRealBradLea 

Website: https://bradlea.com/ 

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