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Welcome to the Sales Development Podcast - your go-to resource for all things Pipeline and Revenue production in the tech sales world! Technology Marketing, Sales Development, Sales, and Revenue Operations have combined to create the go-to-market engine fueling the success of SaaS start-ups and established companies alike. Each week, the Sales Development Podcast dives deeply into the strategies, tactics, people, processes, and technology that fuels the revenue machine. The Sales Development ...
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Welcome to Business Growth On Purpose hosted by Jose Palomino, CEO of Value Prop Interactive. Every week, you'll hear insights from leading B2B growth experts and veteran business owners from around the world. You'll also hear Jose's own insights gained from a few decades of B2B sales and marketing experience. The result is THE show for B2B Owners who are hungry for growth, stuck on a revenue plateau, or just want better ways to deal with the everyday challenges of revenue growth. If you nee ...
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Welcome to Awkward Silences by User Interviews, where we interview the people who interview people. Listen as we geek out on all things UX research, qualitative data, and the craft of understanding people to build better products and businesses. Hosted by Erin May and Carol Guest, VPs of growth/marketing and product at User Interviews. Take this survey and let us know what topics you want to hear next! userinterviews.com/awkwardsurvey
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Our guest today is Sebastian Schieke of Sebastian Schieke & Company GmbH. Sebastian mentors CEOs from around the world in building their ability to enhance their team's capacity to be high performance organizations. In this episode, we'll discuss building a high-performance organization, developing people, and providing hope during tough times. Seb…
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In our Season 3 finale, Erin and Carol are joined by Caroline Morchio, Head of UX at Dashlane, a credential management platform. Their conversation explores UX research best practices at a security-minded organization like Dashlane, highlighting other what teams can bring to their own work. Caroline shares the ways she structures the UX team to sup…
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In this episode, Jose Palomino joins host Hannah to explore essential strategies for guiding B2B companies through revenue plateaus toward purposeful growth. The discussion starts with a definition of revenue plateaus and an exploration of indicators of stagnation. Jose underscores the importance of diagnosing core issues, crafting a robust value p…
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In this episode of the Sales Development Podcast, host David Dulany delves into the dynamic journey of John Li, co-founder of Vimcal, a cutting-edge calendar tool tailored for busy professionals and executive assistants. John shares his experiences and insights from his early days in the tech scene, starting with his time at Twitter to navigating t…
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Our guest today is Rocky Lalvani of Profit Comes First. Rocky is a profit specialist. He helps small, owner-led businesses figure out ways to increase profitability. He does this strategically with a perspective that comes from doing this for a long time and for many companies. Rocky Lalvani serves as Chief Profitability Adviser for business owners…
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Our guest today is Marcus Sheridan, author of "They Ask, You Answer". Marcus is a leader in how modern selling has to adapt to today's buyers. We will discuss simple things you can do to navigate the simple fact that buyers are in control. Marcus Sheridan is a highly sought-after international keynote speaker known for his unique ability to excite,…
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Send us a Text Message. In this enlightening episode of the Decentralized Opportunity Podcast, Wyatt and Tanner sit down with Dahlia Attia-King, the founder of Panacea Genetics. Panacea offers a revolutionary at-home genetic exome test that identifies markers for various diseases. Dahlia shares her journey from aspiring doctor to becoming a trailbl…
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Today's guest is Steve Smith of GrowthSource Coaching. Steve is an expert coach for owners who are looking to transition back into a hands-on role in their business because they either want to grow their business, take it in a different direction, or rescue it. Whatever the reason, Steve is the guy who helps business owners figure out their why and…
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Erin and Carol are joined by Jo Widawski, founder and CEO of Maze, to discuss the major findings from their "Future of User Research" report, which unearthed three trends animating researchers, PMs, and founders alike: 1) the demand for research is growing, 2) research democratization empowers stronger decision making, and 3) new technology—like ge…
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Our guest today is Kristen Noelle of KN Digital. Kristen runs a digital marketing agency focused on empowering organizations leverage content through all the digital mechanisms available to us today. We will discuss practical strategies to approach this without being overwhelmed or blown out by budget demands. It's all about finding an authentic vo…
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In this episode of the Sales Development Podcast, host David Dulany engages in a deep dive with Clark Barron, a marketing genius specializing in the cybersecurity industry. Clark shares his journey from the high-pressure world of digital creative agencies to becoming a key figure in cybersecurity marketing. The discussion covers the challenges and …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we explore the profound study of wisdom with Dr. Laura Gabayan, a physician researcher who has identified eight common elements of wisdom: resilience, kindness, positivity, spirituality, humility, tolerance, creativity, and curiosity. Dr. Gabayan discusses her book, Common Wisdom, which aims to help individu…
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The ability to efficiently scale your business is one of the most technical skills business owners need to learn. The best way to learn? Listen to business owners who have already done it successfully. Our guest today is Jan Cavelle, a veteran business scaler and thought leader. Jan is an entrepreneur from the UK who has a few decades of running mi…
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In today’s episode, we welcome Ruth Klein, a seasoned expert helping high achievers and CEOs identify their unique differentiators to enhance their brand and profitability. Ruth shares her expertise in overcoming momentum barriers that high performers often face, from mental fatigue to the overwhelming sensation of burnout. She discusses how action…
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Send us a Text Message. The conversation with Shonna Dorsey focuses on the technology scene in Nebraska and the initiatives being undertaken to support the growth of startups and the tech workforce in the state. One of the main misconceptions about Nebraska is that it only has large companies, but there are actually many great startups in the area.…
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Funding new businesses can feel like a high-stakes game. For some businesses, it's necessary to get off the ground, but it comes with great risk. It's why it's worth listening to someone who knows these waters if you're considering a funding option for the future of your business. Our guest today is Tom Maze of Alteza Capital. Tom is an expert in h…
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In this episode of the Sales Development Podcast, host David Dulany sits down with Blair Carey, the founder of Inside CRO, to explore the evolving landscape of industrial sales. Blair shares his journey from an investment analyst to a sales leader and explains how he is revolutionizing traditional sales models in the industrial sector. They discuss…
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In this episode of the Sales Development Podcast, host David Dulany dives deep into the world of buyer personas with Jim Kraus, President of the Buyer Persona Institute. Jim shares invaluable insights into the importance of understanding buyer decisions and the five key areas that can transform your approach to sales and marketing. From defining bu…
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Erin is joined by Auzita Irani, a research manager at AirBnB to discuss being a more efficient user experience researcher. In today's work world, resources—time, budget, headcount—always seem to be in limited supply. How can we balance these things along with other important elements of our research practices? Auzita has been thinking about "doing …
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In today’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome marketing guru Hannah Eisenberg. We will dig into the transformative shift in how buyers research and make decisions, emphasizing the growing preference for a seller-free experience. Hannah shares some eye-opening insights on in-house marketing, equipping your team, and leveraging AI to stay ahead. If …
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If you've been a business owner for more than 5-10 years, you know not all customers are good customers. Some are nightmares that strain your resources and limit your growth. Some are like jet fuel with amazing synergy and strong profitability. We all want the second one, right? Strategy helps us identify exactly who that ideal client is and then b…
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Today's guest is Tyler Robertson, Founder, and CEO of Diesel Laptops. Today's episode is not about diesel or laptops, but it is about solving business owners' problems that matter. We will discuss how Tyler has grown his business to be a real powerhouse in the industry and how he has navigated some challenging times to build a more cohesive team an…
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Send us a Text Message. Annie Thomas-Landrum discusses the differences between living in Alaska and the continental United States, as well as her journey from Kansas to Alaska. She shares her experiences of living in a place that is about 10 years behind in terms of development and the unique challenges of transportation in Alaska. Annie also talks…
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Serious, scaleable growth isn't as easy as the early days of your business. You uncover that not all growth is good growth. You learn things like that the biggest customers aren't always the best customers and some contracts hurt your growth more than they help it. That's why today, we're digging into the 4 KPIs that every owner needs to watch, eac…
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It's our 150th episode! To celebrate, we brought together three thought leaders for a discussion about UX research's future. Erin and Carol are joined by Judd Antin, Dave Hora, and Christiana Lackner, who bring over 40 years of combined experience in UX research, both as practitioners and leaders. This wide-ranging conversation combines our guests'…
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If you want to keep growing, you never want to be the biggest fish in the pond, right? You don't want to be the "lonely owner" who gets bogged down in their own echo chamber. Growth is best accomplished collaboratively, and that's why you need a sounding board. Today's guest is Phil Fraser. In today's episode, we are going to talk about something e…
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In this episode of the Sales Development Podcast, host David Dulany sits down with Mark Fershteyn, CEO of Recapped, to explore the innovative world of digital sales rooms and their transformative impact on the sales process. Mark shares his journey from a struggling salesperson to a successful entrepreneur, driven by a passion for process-driven se…
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Hard work. Trial and error. Life long learning. These are a few of the qualities that make entrepreneurs successful. While they take time to cultivate, entrepreneurs like Ken Rusk of Rusk Industries are turning their attention to the next generation to help instill these qualities. Ken is a successful entrepreneur who helps people figure out their …
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In this episode of the Sales Development Podcast, host David Dulany is joined by Matt Harney, founder of Cloud Ratings, to explore the intricacies of the SaaS and technology market. Matt shares his journey from investment banking to creating Cloud Ratings, an analyst firm that bridges the gap between public and private data to provide insightful qu…
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In this episode, Erin and Carol sit down with Tyler Wanlass, lead product designer at CommandBar, to explore practical strategies for conducting user research without a dedicated research team. They dig into techniques that designers and product managers can use to gather valuable insights efficiently, especially in resource-constrained environment…
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For entrepreneurs, there is a world of difference between the words "could" and "did". The key to that difference? Procrastination. It's time to let your best ideas come to life and help grow your business on purpose. Today's guest is Eric Twiggs, founding partner and president of The What Now Movement. In today's episode, we are going to talk abou…
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Send us a Text Message. In this special episode of the Decentralized Opportunity podcast, we welcome two distinguished guests from different sides of the entrepreneurial ecosystem: Chris Callen, founder and CEO of Plot, and Liam Reilly, Principal at KC Rise Fund. Join hosts Wyatt and Tanner as they discuss the unique journeys of both guests, explor…
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"Noise and shiny objects" sums up the way many business owners might describe the complex world of digital marketing. Our guest today serves as a guide to help connect business owners with the strategies they need to put their focus back on to growing their business. Today's guest is TJ Murphy, CEO of Hite Digital in Bend, OR. In this episode, we w…
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Culture can be your greatest asset as an owner – it multiplies the value of every team member when it's done right. It attracts better employees and keeps them longer. But how do you do that as the leader of your business? Our guest today is Michael Sonbert, CEO of Rebel Culture. In this episode, we are going to talk about business culture because …
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Send us a Text Message. Guest: Alexander Blum, Founder of Applied Bioplastics In this episode of Decentralized Opportunity, Wyatt and Tanner sit down with Alexander Blum, the innovative mind behind Applied Bioplastics. Alexander's journey from adversity to making a significant environmental impact is truly inspiring. What's in This Episode? The Mag…
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In a perfect world, every person you hire would multiply the value of your team, not just add to it. With the right collaborative environment, you can take intentional steps in that direction. Today's guest is Charles Fry, CEO of CODE Éxitos. Charles and his company are focused on bringing digital products to life. In this episode, we will talk abo…
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Are you a little tired of promotions turning up with disappointing results? To be successful, promotions need to be creative and disruptive to be fully leveraged. Today's guest is an expert that can help you turn things around. Today's guest is Swire Ho of Garuda Promo and Branding Solutions. Swire is an expert in the area of promotional products. …
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In this episode of the Sales Development Podcast, host David Dulany delves into the transformative concept of Ecosystem-Led Growth with Bob Moore, CEO of Crossbeam. Bob shares insights from his latest book, "Ecosystem Led Growth," and explains how leveraging data and relationships within partner ecosystems can drive efficient and scalable business …
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Send us a Text Message. Summary Maria Flynn, author of 'Make Opportunity Happen,' shares her insights on starting a business and the importance of finding examples and mentors. She discusses her background as an entrepreneur and the motivation behind writing her book. Maria also talks about the challenges she faced in writing the book and how they …
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The lonely owner is one of the most common problems small to midsize businesses face. If you are struggling to get your team on board, today's topic du jour is for you. Today's guest is Katie Burkhart of MatterPulse. Katie is going to help us see a different way of thinking about your business so you can create a different kind of energy. The key t…
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In this episode, Erin and Carol tackle one form of research impact growing in importance and necessity: revenue. Their guest is Claudia Natasia, co-founder and CEO of Riley AI. Before starting Riley, Claudia grew product teams at early-stage companies and worked in the financial industry. These experiences showed her the importance of linking user …
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More often than not, critical pivots happen because of turbulence... and during turbulence. Smooth sailing is a luxury most owners never experience during times of pivoting. When it's time to pivot, owners need to know how to do it while in motion. Today's guest is Sue Nordman, CEO of Obsidian Manufacturing Industries. Sue is leading a company that…
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Send us a Text Message. Today we learn about the unique world of veteran career transitions with Tim den Hoed, the visionary behind Major Talent. Tim's journey is not just about building a company; it's a testament to his unwavering commitment to empowering fellow veterans to excel in their post-military lives. Unveiling Veteran Career Challenges: …
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At ValueProp, we help business owners get unstuck when they hit a plateau in their growth. On this show, we bring in experts who can speak to common points that owners get stuck on, like lead generations. Our guest today is Jack Reamer of SalesBread, an expert in getting leads and booking appointments with potential clients. Jack started SalesBread…
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Here at Value Prop, we have a specialization in working with industrial businesses. We've helped our fair share of clients in this segment, and we've interacted with the top thought leaders throughout the country. But few bring the kind of expertise that we found when we met Tony Rogers. His business, Creative Mechanisms, is a national leader in De…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us in Episode 72 for a compelling conversation with Dr. Deepak Khazanchi, an esteemed professor at the University of Nebraska Omaha and an authority on ethics and human rights in the realm of AI. Explore the ethical considerations, the impact of AI on human rights, and the necessary guardrails for the responsible use of…
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Most business owners will tell you that who you know is just as important as what you know when it comes to growing your business. You may be among the brightest in your field, but if you don't know how to meet new people (and the right people), your business will struggle. Today's guest is Richard Blank of Costa Rica's Call Center. Richard is an e…
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Erin and Carol explore the complexities of healthcare research with Nadyne Richmond, a healthcare design advisor with a background in big tech who pivoted to healthcare research a decade ago to tackle the pressing issues she saw in the system. Nadyne underscores the nuances of conducting user experience (UX) research within healthcare settings, unp…
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The current labor market has been turned upside down by inflation, interest rates, and every other squeeze possible. To be successful, owners need to know how to attract and keep the talent they need to succeed. Our guest today is Lisa Ryan of LisaRyanSpeaks. Lisa is a specialist in recruiting engaging talent, especially in manufacturing. We will d…
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This episode of the Sales Development Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Tito Bohrt, a leading figure in the sales development and technology sales arena. Tito discusses his journey in creating a pivotal sales tool that enhances pipeline and revenue generation for tech companies. The discussion delves into the specifics of sales strateg…
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