Best Jason Yarborough Podcasts (2024)

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45 - Cory Snyder on Men's Mental Health and the Journey to Self-Worth 56:46

1M ago56:46

56:46

In the season 1 finale, we delve into the critical topic of men's mental health in honor of Men's Mental Health Awareness Month. Joined by our friend and advocate Cory Snyder, we explore the societal pressures men face and the stigma surrounding emotional vulnerability. Cory shares his personal journey of dealing with extreme stress and physical sy…

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44 - Alex Buckles on Simplifying the Co-Sell Process 51:27

2M ago51:27

51:27

Alex Buckles joins us this week to take a deep dive into the complexities of co-selling in the tech and partnership space. Alex shares his six-year journey of solving the co-sell motion, emphasizing the importance of making it a predictable and repeatable process. Alex introduces the concept of a managed service to support sales reps, highlighting …

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43 - Dorothy Copeland and Michelle Eatherton on Building the AWS Ecosystem from the Ground Up 1:15:46

2M ago1:15:46

1:15:46

This week we're chatting with a couple of legends, Michelle Eatherton and Dorothy Copeland, on their experiences and insights on building successful ecosystems in the tech space including AWS, IBM, Hubspot, and Stripe. Dorothy talks about her journey at AWS and Stripe, highlighting the importance of choosing the right partnerships and building the …

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42 - Navigating the Complexities of Partner Programs with Greg Portnoy 50:23

3M ago50:23

50:23

In this episode, Jason and Sam chat with Greg Portnoy, a prominent partner leader known for his influential LinkedIn presence and newly released PRM, Euler. Greg discusses the significant effort behind his LinkedIn content and the importance of building genuine, value-added relationships in the business world. He shares insights from his career in …

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41 - Katie Lambert on How to Create Partner Experiences at Scale 52:59

3M ago52:59

52:59

In this episode, Jason and Sam chat with Katie Lambert, Director of Partner Marketing and Enablement at HubSpot. The conversation delves into the multifaceted role of partner marketing, exploring its ambiguous nature and diverse responsibilities. Katie shares insights on how her team manages partner communications, events, and co-marketing efforts,…

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40 - Sam Jacobs on Differentiated Kindness in Business 51:33

3M ago51:33

51:33

Sam Jacobs, CEO of Pavilion and author of Kind Folks Finish First, discusses the importance of kindness and building strong relationships in business. He shares his personal journey of prioritizing values and principles in his career and how it has shaped his approach to partnerships. He also addresses the challenges of balancing kindness with busi…

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39 - Mac Reddin on Building and Activating Networks 56:04

4M ago56:04

56:04

In this episode, Jason, Sam, and Mac Redding discuss the concept of go-to-network (GTN) and how it can revolutionize sales and marketing strategies. Mac explains that GTN is about building a network of champions to pull the market to you, rather than pushing your product or service onto the market. In this conversation, Mac discusses the misalignme…

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38 - The Non-Negotiables of Successful Partnerships 55:08

4M ago55:08

55:08

Emir Elliott-Lindo shares his insights and experiences in the field of partnerships. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships, trust, and credibility in partnerships. Emir also discusses the significance of cross-pollination and strategic relationships in driving success. He highlights the non-negotiables and institutional beliefs tha…

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37 - Chili Piper's Alina and Nicolas Vandenberghe on The Importance of Experimentation 48:53

4M ago48:53

48:53

Everyone's favorite married Co-CEO couple, who's growing a unicorn company join us this week to talk about the importance of transparent communication, wearing multiple hats and experimentation. In this episode, co-CEOs of Chili Piper, Alina and Nicolas Vandenberghe discuss their journey as a married couple and business partners. We learn how they …

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36 - Operationalizing Partner Programs with Aaron Howerton 1:02:42

5M ago1:02:42

1:02:42

Aaron Howerton, a Partner Operations expert, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of partner operations and its role in driving successful partnerships. Aaron explains that partner operations is distinct from channel operations and encompasses all aspects of partnerships beyond resale and distribution. He emphasizes the necessity of partner …

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35 - How to Get Buy-In and Trust Faster With Your Audience 1:02:00

5M ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Jason and Sam are joined by Tom and Tamsen Webster, a power couple in the marketing and podcasting space. Tom, the "godfather of podcasting," shares his insights on the podcast industry and the key elements of a successful show. Tamsen, a message designer, discusses the importance of crafting a compelling message and building trust with the audienc…

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34 -The Power of Building Genuine Relationships with Katie Penner 46:48

5M ago46:48

46:48

Katie Penner, the Head of Sender Relations at Sendoso, joins the Sam and Jason to discuss the power of direct mail in building relationships and creating emotional connections with customers. Katie shares her journey at Sendoso and how she transitioned from an SDR to her current role. She emphasizes the importance of personalized outreach and the i…

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33 - Friends with Benefits Unscripted: Valentine’s Day Special 33:25

6M ago33:25

33:25

In this special Valentine's Day episode, hosts Sam and Jason Yarborough record together in the same room for the first time. They discuss their unique relationship as a married couple who also work together in the same industry. Despite their shared workspace and similar interests, they operate in different ecosystems of partnerships, which allows …

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32 - Building a Partnership Program from Scratch with Rasheité Calhoun 52:56

6M ago52:56

52:56

Rasheité Calhoun is an experienced partner leader and revenue expert. She recently joined the team at Axios HQ, where she is building a partnership program from scratch. With a background in managing partner teams and programs, Rasheité brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. She is known for her ability to drive revenue and build s…

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31 - Mark Kilens on the Power of People-First Go-to-Market Strategies 45:18

6M ago45:18

45:18

In this episode, Jason and Sam interview Mark Kilens, the co-founder of TACK, about the concept of "people first" go-to-market strategies. Mark explains the importance of focusing on people and relationships in the ever-evolving tech industry. He shares insights on the shift from a search-centric to a social-centric internet, the power of storytell…

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30 - Why Partner Enablement Fails: Jessie Shipman Shares Her Journey, Insights and Passion for Partnerships 58:53

6M ago58:53

58:53

In this episode, Sam and Jason Yarborough sit down with Jessie Shipman to discuss the importance of partner enablement in building successful partnerships. They explore Jessie's journey from being a teacher to entering the tech industry and finding her passion for partner enablement. They delve into the multifaceted nature of partnerships and the v…

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29 - Jay Baer on the Importance of Creativity and Relationships 59:02

7M ago59:02

59:02

About The Guest: Jay Baer is a renowned keynote speaker, author, and entrepreneur. He has written several books and has built and sold multiple multimillion-dollar businesses. With over 30 years of experience in the digital industry, Jay is an expert in business growth, marketing, and customer experience. He is also a tequila influencer and co-owne…

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28 - Creating the Life You Want: Morgan J. Ingram's Guide to Breaking Through the Noise 57:36

7M ago57:36

57:36

Morgan J. Ingram is a renowned sales leader, speaker, and podcaster. He is the founder of JBarrows Sales Training and the host of The SDR Chronicles podcast. Morgan is known for his expertise in sales and personal branding, and he is passionate about helping others break through the noise and negativity to live their best lives. Morgan emphasizes t…

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27 - Building Trust and Adding Value in Partnership Programs- Bryan Williams 49:12

8M ago49:12

49:12

Bryan Williams, founder of Hockey Stick Advisors, shares his insights on building successful partnerships. He emphasizes the importance of building trust, remaining authentic, and helping partners win. Bryan also discusses the value of working within app marketplaces and large ecosystems, and how to stand out and build strong relationships within t…

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26 - Building a Community: The Power of Small, Consistent Steps - Justin Zimmerman 1:01:23

8M ago1:01:23

1:01:23

Justin Zimmerman joins the show to share his insights on building a community and the importance of authenticity. He emphasizes the power of small, consistent actions and the value of personal connections. Justin also discusses the future of sales and the role of influencers in the industry. He talks about his journey of building his own business a…

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25 - Building Exceptional Relationships: The Power of a No A**holes Policy - Matt Quirie 53:43

8M ago53:43

53:43

Matt Quirie joins Sam and Jason Yarborough to share his insights on building strong relationships, maintaining a positive company culture, and the importance of effective communication. He emphasizes the need for mutual respect, active listening, and trust in all relationships. Matt also discusses the impact of implementing a "no assholes" policy a…

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24: Building Tasty Partnerships - Grayson Hogard 50:07

9M ago50:07

50:07

Grayson Hogard, founder of Grove Cookie Company, joins Sam and Jason to share his journey of starting a cookie business and building partnerships in the B2B space. He emphasizes the value of building relationships and how cookies can enhance the gifting experience. Grayson discusses the impact of partnerships with platforms like Postal and Sendoso,…

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23: The Power of Personal Storytelling in Building Confidence and Networks - Priya Sam 59:00

9M ago59:00

59:00

Sam and Jason Yarborough discuss the importance of values and storytelling with Priya Sam, a storytelling expert and solutions engineer at Slack. They explore the role of core values in shaping one's narrative and the impact of personal stories on building confidence and trust. Priya shares her journey from journalism to tech and how she helps indi…

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22: Building Revenue-Generating Partnerships Through Ecosystem Marketplaces - Cody Sunkel 54:15

9M ago54:15

54:15

Cody Sunkel, co-founder of Partner Fleet, joins Sam and Jason to discuss the value of ecosystem marketplaces and the challenges of building one. He emphasizes the importance of creating a lovable product that solves a big problem and provides a seamless user experience. Cody also highlights the role of partnerships in driving value and how marketpl…

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21: A Masterclass in Purposeful Networking - Scott Leese 1:00:15

9M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

After surviving a near-death experience in his twenties and overcoming his opioid addiction, Scott Leese stopped caring about what other people thought of him. Instead, he went after what he wanted in life with gusto. Scott Leese is a master at building trust and relationships. Scott says the market has changed. No one takes cold calls anymore. Sco…

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20: The Power of Networks and Relationships - Justin Gray 1:06:31

10M ago1:06:31

1:06:31

Relationships Matter: Whether it's within your own organization or with external partners, maintaining strong relationships is the holy grail to success. Justin Gray points out that threading relationships across the entire organization is key to building a successful org. If you want to be effective, you need to master curiosity and communication.…

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19: Influencing Hearts and Minds with Blake Williams 1:03:37

10M ago1:03:37

1:03:37

How can partner teams and marketing teams work together to genuinely influence hearts and minds? Blake Williams, CEO of Ampfactor, joins us to dive into account-based Marketing (ABM). Instead of the spray-and-pray approach that many marketers take, Blake advocates for a sniper-like targeted approach. You can gain trust and drive results by surround…

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18: Scaling Partnerships with Jill Dignan 53:36

10M ago53:36

53:36

How do you scale partnerships to play with the big players like Salesforce? Jill Dignan takes us on a journey through the successes she’s had driving traffic through channel relationships. She shares insights on the importance of leading with empathy in partnerships. Join us as we dive deep into the intricacies of building meaningful relationships,…

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17: Relationships Over Revenue with Vaughn Mordecai 53:15

11M ago53:15

53:15

How do you prioritize relationships when revenue is so important? Vaughn Mordecai of Mindmatrix says it’s a paradox. If you focus only on revenue, you won’t have any. Vaughn shares a story about stepping in and mending a relationship that was about to go south—it ended up gaining him a huge boost in his job title. When you prioritize relationships,…

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16: Short! How to do Dreamforce right | Mike Davis 19:53

11M ago19:53

19:53

It's conference season! This is our FIRST "short" and we're diving in with our first repeat guest - Mike Davis, CRO or Invisory! In this episode, we talk with Mike (an expert Dreamforce attendee) on how to get the most out of your time on the ground at Salesforce's biggest conference of the year. While we are talking Dreamforce, the tips shared can…

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15: Nailing A Salesforce Partnership | Sam Yarborough 53:28

11M ago53:28

53:28

Sam and Yarby switch it up a bit this episode! On this episode, Yarby interviews Sam, asking all the hard-hitting questions. Sam is the SVP of Partnerships at PFL.com, working in the Salesforce ecosystem. Sam dives into what it was like when she first started working in partnerships, partner marketing, and using a crawl, walk, run approach. Sam and…

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14: Perfecting the Flywheel | Adrienne Coburn 44:56

11M ago44:56

44:56

Adrienne Coburn, Director, Global Partner Programs at Oyster, joins the show to discuss her approach to professional relationships, understanding your own strengths, and balancing work and life. Adrienne gets specific about a team building experience that helped her understand what she uniquely brings to the table (hint: it involved a jungle gym.) …

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13: Being Intentional in Work and Life | Sangram Vajre 52:58

12M ago52:58

52:58

Sangram Vajre, CEO at GTM Partners, shares his experiences being an entrepreneur, husband and father. He gets vulnerable about struggles he’s had along the way and gives valuable insights to those looking to set appropriate boundaries and expectations around their work. Sangram shares his views on partnerships and GTM strategies. At the core of his…

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12: Leading with Empathy | Charles Crnoevich 53:27

12M ago53:27

53:27

Charles Crnoevich, SVP of Business Development and Partnerships at Bombora, joins the show to discuss his partnerships career. From conversations with customers to starting with empathy, Charles shares his perspective based on nearly 9 years at Bombora. Charles, Sam, and Yarby dive into OEM resale relationships, the importance of community, and und…

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11: Community with Benefits | Chris Samila 56:20

12M ago56:20

56:20

Chris Samila, Co-Founder and Chief Partner Officer at Partnership Leaders, joins the show to discuss his perspective on partnerships, what he’s learned running Partnership Leaders, and advice for partnership professionals looking to grow their careers. He shares tips for creating a great partner experience, which can increase the surface area throu…

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10: Trust Isn’t One Dimensional | Cory Snyder 51:23

1y ago51:23

51:23

Cory Snyder, VP of Partnerships at Sendoso, joins the show to talk sales, partnerships, balancing work and life, and showing up for the people you care about. He reveals how he got his start in partnerships and what he’s seen change over the course of his career. On the work life balance side of things, he unpacks how difficult it can be for men to…

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09: Build Trust in Marketing | Mason Cosby 58:19

1y ago58:19

58:19

Mason Cosby, Director of Demand Generation at Sales Assembly, joins the show to discuss his mindset when it comes to building business relationships as a marketer. He shares his strategy for content creation and what motivates him in his career. He emphasizes the importance of being authentic throughout everything that you do.…

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08: Good Things Come to Good People | Mike Stocker 56:34

1y ago56:34

56:34

Mike Stocker, VP of Partnerships at CallRail, joins the show to discuss securing internal buy-in, nearbound efforts, the importance of having a mission statement for the partnerships department, and more. He shares about his recent lay-off, and his networking efforts that led to a new job that was a great fit for him. He also gives advice for those…

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07 - Building Relationships That Matter | Michelle Ragusa-McBain and Jay McBain 48:00

1y ago48:00

48:00

Michelle Ragusa-McBain, Vice President of North American Channels, and Jay McBain, Chief Analyst at Canalys, join the show to discuss how they build relationships, whether that be at work or in a personal setting. They share how they set goals in their marriage, whether that be surrounding family, travel, or business. They also divulge strategies f…

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06 - Can You Automate a Relationship | Rob Rebholz 53:05

1y ago53:05

53:05

Rob Rebholz, CEO of Superglue, joins the show to discuss his background in partnerships, how Superglue can help you focus on the tasks that matter as a partner manager, and scaling partnership efforts with consistency and focus. Rob speaks to how AI can be leveraged in partner roles. Rob, Sam, and Yarby geek out over their shared experience in dire…

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05 - Making an Impact with Salesforce | Mike Davis 46:20

1y ago46:20

46:20

Mike Davis, CRO at InVisory, discusses his experiences partnering in the Salesforce ecosystem and learning how to build key relationships. Mike emphasizes the importance of gathering data around your partnerships motions. Mike talks about working with ISV’s, refining a better together story, and when to engage with sales engineers, AE’s, and other …

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04 - Authenticity That Drives Results | Jill Rowley 52:28

1y ago52:28

52:28

Jill Rowley, GTM Advisor and LP at Stage 2 Capitol and advisor to many B2B SaaS companies, joins the show. She discusses how partnerships have grown her career as a revenue leader. Known as the queen of social selling, Jill has been a category creator. As employee #13 at Eloqua, she leveraged social selling to help build the marketing automation sp…

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03 - Partner Marketing: Risks and Rewards | Justin Keller 47:22

1y ago47:22

47:22

Justin Keller, Vice President of Revenue Marketing at Drift, joins the show to talk partner marketing. He emphasizes the power of being willing to get fired for your ideas, and mentions an ABM-based video game he helped create with partners. Tune in for Justin’s partner engagement strategies.By Sam and Jason Yarborough

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02 - Buy-In & Strategy | Elliot Smith 54:47

1y ago54:47

54:47

Elliot Smith, Head of Partnerships at 6sense, talks partner strategy, recruitment, and incentivization. 6sense has a narrow partner focus, which, as Elliot says, is part of their aim to the central nervous system powering their customers’ revtech efforts.By Sam and Jason Yarborough

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01 - What Kind of Benefits? 19:23

1y ago19:23

19:23

Welcome to Friends With Benefits, a business podcast about revenue-generating partnerships! We’re Sam and Jason, two partnerships aficionados and outdoor enthusiasts, as well as being a married couple. We love building purposeful relationships. We can’t wait to talk to everyone from influencer marketing pros, to sports partnerships experts, to kick…

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