Welcome to "Down2Art," the podcast that dives deep into the creative process and professional practices of successful artists. Join us as I sit down with some of the most talented artists from around the world to explore their journey to success, the challenges they faced along the way, and the secrets behind their art marketing strategies. From mastering the art of self-promotion to building a thriving art career, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone who wants to take their artistic car ...
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Welcome to Scale Your Sales Podcast, a show for enterprising CEOs, CROs and Sales Leaders. Janice B Gordon interviews successful CEOs and Revenue generating executives who are accelerating their sales revenue and helping to grow customer revenues. In each episode, we delve into the personality and expertise and dig into our guests' strategies to scale their sales. Our experts discuss the challenges and success of scaling a sales organization, sharing their insights on customer expansion and ...
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The Master Delegator podcast is for entrepreneurs who want to learn how to become effective in the areas of delegation, management, and leadership. This is a place where we talk about different business growth strategies, such as hiring virtual assistants, productivity, online marketing, and many more! Listen to this podcast today and learn how to grow your business successfully!
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Welcome to the ”More to Life” podcast, where we spotlight the remarkable journeys of young entrepreneurs of color who have transcended adversity to achieve remarkable success. With our first season, having a new episode every week, join us as we delve into the inspiring stories of young entrepreneurs from Chicago, tackling stereotypes, navigating life and carving out their own paths in the world of entrepreneurship. Tune in and discover the untold stories of courage, ambition, and the heart ...
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Created in 1986 by a team of visionaries, LA Opera has become a leader in artistic innovation, while honoring the great historical legacy of opera. Through the powerful art form of opera, we celebrate the diversity and pioneering spirit of our great city.
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#250 Jamie Gallagher - How to Coach Your Way to Success and Close Deals Like A Pro
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In this weeks’ Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Jamie Gallagher. He’s a husband, father, and terrible golfer, AVP Fortra EMEA, 25 years sales professional, operated globally and DEI Champion. In today’s episode of Scale Your Sales podcast, Jamie discusses the importance of setting realistic goals for salespeople, coaching, employing co…
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#249 Laura Hannan - Maximizing Sales Navigator and Microsite for Effective Brand Awareness and Lead Generation
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In this weeks’ Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Laura Hannan. Laura is one of my go-to LinkedIn people. She's a bit of a Sales Navigator geek, she trains salespeople on LinkedIn, and she is also a founder of a 'done for you' LinkedIn marketing agency, Pitch121. They manage personal profiles for time-poor execs and help salespeople get …
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Creating Successful Youtube Videos with Sam Lewis
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Listen if you’re curious about: How to plan a great art video for Youtube Best equipment for filming great art videos Join me in this conversation with Sam Lewis where we delve into the best tips for making a successful Youtube video. Sam has over 300k followers on Youtube and creates fascinating videos! To learn more check out his website at stud…
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#248 Bob King - Unravelling the Secrets to Mastering Deal Closures
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In this weeks’ Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Bob King. Bob King literally wrote the book on Closing for salespeople, closers, and anyone else who wants to know why they said yes on a day they were “just looking”. His book The Joy of Closing reveals the secrets to earning the customer’s business and getting them what they want. In to…
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#247 Melanie Mills - Diverse and Inclusive Strategies for Sales Success
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In this weeks’ Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Melanie Mills. Chief Revenue Officer at Caxton Payments, the pioneering UK Fintech. Melanie has a 20-year career, growing revenues across scale-up businesses in variety of industries and prides herself on her nontraditional routes to success. In today’s episode of Scale Your Sales podcast…
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Ep 191 - How to Engineer a Systematic Approach to Scaling Your Time and Energy With Dan Mott
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Send us a Text Message. “Do less, because less is more.” Unlock the secrets to growing your solo business with insights from Dan Mott, revenue mindset coach for solopreneurs, creator of the Manifest a Million Challenge, and co-founder of MarketingOps.com. In this episode, Dan shares his strategies for generating more revenue while staying true to y…
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Fire and Blue Sky in Conversation with Dr. Tiffany Kuo, Imani Tolliver and Joel Thompson
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In this episode, Connects-affiliated scholar Dr. Tiffany Kuo, sits down with Fire and Blue Sky librettist Imani Tolliver and composer Joel Thompson to discuss the creative process behind this biographical work in this pre-recorded pre-show conversation.By LA Opera
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#246 Kristie Jones - Strategies for Scaling Your Sales Performance
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In this weeks’ Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Kristie Jones. Kristie Jones, author of “Selling Your Way In” and Principal of Sales Acceleration Group elevates sales companies by coaching sales leaders to hire Top Ten Percent sales candidates in addition to guiding their organization through the creation of a sales culture of accounta…
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#245 Theresa Caragol - Unleashing Incredible Growth: Harnessing the Power of Successful Partnerships
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In this weeks’ Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Theresa Caragol. Theresa Caragol, CEO of AchieveUnite Inc., leverages 20+ years’ global expertise in driving revenue growth, mitigating risk, and fostering strategic partnerships. Recognized for channel team leadership, she pioneers revenue expansion through acquisitions, building trust-b…
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Ep 190 - Gradual Steps to Growing Your Task List with Strategic Partnerships with Greg Toroosian
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Send us a Text Message. Can effective delegation really unlock business growth, even for small business owners managing passion projects? Join us as we explore this with talent acquisition expert Greg Toroosian, who shares over 15 years of experience. Discover how Greg’s strategic move to outsource tasks to SmartVAs helped him avoid bottlenecks and…
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Contextualizing Turandot with Dr. Tiffany Kuo, Julius Ahn and Dr. Gordon H. Chang
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In this episode, Connects-affiliated scholar Dr. Tiffany Kuo, sits down with Turandot cast member Julius Ahn and Stanford University professor Dr. Gordon H. Chang to contextualize Turandot in this pre-recorded post-show conversation.By LA Opera
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#244 Anne Pao - Driving Revenue Growth to Effective Sales Leadership
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In this weeks’ Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Anne Pao. Anne is 5 times Startup Operator, Heart-forward Leader, Mother, Startup Advisor and Board Member. Anne is founder/CEO of Ignite Consulting, a fractional GTM strategy and RevOps firm that partners with startups to install and scale a unified GTM foundation. In today’s episode of …
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#243 Emma York - Enhancing B2B Social Media Engagement
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In this weeks’ Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Emma York. Emma is a social media trainer, mentor, digital marketing specialist and owner of Fresh Approach Digital. In today’s episode of Scale Your Sales podcast, Emma is telling us about social media for B2B businesses, featuring a social media expert. Exploring insightful strategies f…
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Ep 189 - Creating Business Legacy Through Intact Core Values With RT Custer, Vortic Watch Company
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Send us a Text Message. “Plant trees under whose shade you'll never sit.” Step into the world of RT, also known as Robert Thomas Custer, and discover the blend of tradition and modernity that fuels his entrepreneurial journey. Growing up on a Christmas tree farm, RT inherited values like integrity and freedom, which now guide his watchmaking busine…
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#242 Pete Crosby - Desirability and Rarity Customer-Centric Approaches
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In this weeks’ Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Pete Crosby. Pete is the CEO & Co-founder of Revelesco. He is behind the strategies and frameworks of countless successful startups & scaleups. He is a 4x CRO with an IPO Under his belt and currently coaches more than 40 SaaS CEOs around the world. In today's episode of Scale Your Sales p…
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In this episode, LA Opera Legacy Ambassador, Kennedy-Rue McCullough, reads the synopsis for Turandot. Playing May 18-June 8, tickets are available now at LAOpera.org.By LA Opera
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James Conlon's Pre-Performance Talk on Turandot
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In this episode, Richard Seaver Music Director James Conlon walks us through the history, the plot and, of course, the music of Turandot by Puccini. Don't miss this thrilling masterpiece, tickets are on sale now at LAOpera.org.By LA Opera
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#241: Hang Black - Diversity, Leadership, and Adaptation in a Digital Age
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Hang Black. From refugee to revenue leader, Hang Black’s career spans engineering, marketing, and sales, earning her the nickname “Black Ops”. A multi-national keynote speaker on sales, leadership, and a passionate advocate for women in the workplace, she is the author of a Wall Street Jo…
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#240: Heather Holst-Knudsen – Enhancing Sales with Data-Driven Strategies
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Heather Holst-Knudsen Heather has deep roots in B2B, having grown up in Thomas Publishing Company, Miller Freeman, Reed Elsevier, and IDG. Heather also has extensive experience with SaaS and event tech. She is a recognized expert and partner with years of leadership and operating experien…
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Book of Mountains and Seas in Conversation with Huang Ruo, Basil Twist and Beth Morrison
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In this pre-recorded episode, Book of Mountains and Seas composer and librettist Huang Ruo and director and production designer Basil Twist join Beth Morrison for this post-performance conversation to discuss this adaptation of Chinese mythology, reshaped to match contemporary times.By LA Opera
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Introducing The More to Life Podcast sponsored by Male Mogul Initiative. With their unique gifts and talents, a group of young entrepreneurs from Chicago discuss tackling stereotypes, building a life of their own and managing success. In our first episode, we delve into the journey of breaking free from the shackles of a poverty mindset. Join us as…
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Welcome to the "More to Life" podcast, where we spotlight the remarkable journeys of young entrepreneurs of color who have transcended adversity to achieve remarkable success. Join us as we delve into the inspiring stories of young entrepreneurs from Chicago, tackling stereotypes, navigating life and carving out their own paths in the world of entr…
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#239 Cristina Lasagni – How Diversity Drives Sales Success
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Cristina Lasagni. Cristina stands as a distinguished Go-to-Market Senior Leader and the current Head of Southern Europe at Cloudflare, with over 15 years of experience in tech industry with expertise in scaling organizations to new heights. At Cloudflare she was involved since the early d…
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#238: Chet Lovegren – Inbound Focus, Scaling Strategies, and Hiring Wisdom.
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Chet Lovegren. Chet is the founder of The Sales Doctor a revenue growth agency designed to eliminate the revenue bleed caused by archaic sales enablement practices. In this episode, Chet explores the crucial factors that founders need to consider when building and scaling their sales oper…
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#237: Christina Brady – Revolutionizing Sales Training Through Practice and Gamification
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Christina Brady. With 16+ years of overall SaaS sales experience, and 10+ years of executive leadership in the SaaS space, Christina has a proven track record of leading individuals and organizations to growth & profitability as a former artist, musician, and improv performer, she has a g…
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#236: Marni Heinz – Curiosity, Intention, and Mindfulness in Sales Success
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Marni Heinz, the Founder and CEO of MH Consulting & Coaching. Marni is leadership and sales performance coach. She leverages neuroscience to create lasting behavior change, helping individuals and teams achieve results without burning out. She has over two decades of experience in tech, b…
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La Traviata in Conversation with Shawna Lucey, Rachel Willis-Sørensen and Dr. Kristi Brown-Montesano
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Shawna Lucey and Rachel Willis-Sorensen bring the story of La Traviata to life through extensive research and world-building, sharing glimpses of their unique rehearsal process and personal stories that shape their artistry with Dr. Kristi Brown-Montesano.Don't miss this new to LA production, playing now through April 26. Tickets are available at L…
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James Conlon's In-Depth Look at La Traviata
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In this episode, Richard Seaver Music Director James Conlon guides you through history of Verdi's La Traviata. Tickets to this new to LA production of La Traviata are available now at LAOpera.org.By LA Opera
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#235: Kendall Horner – Data Insights and the Landscape of Sales Across Generations
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Kendall Horner. Kendall is a partner at Braveheart Sales Performance where she works with clients all over the US to solve their B2B sales conundrums and help scale their sales teams. She brings a unique perspective on sales leadership as a self-described “Boomer in a millennial’s body wh…
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In this episode, Sarah Saturnino, member of the LA Opera Young Artist Program, reads the synopsis for La Traviata. Playing April 6 through the 27. Tickets are available now at LAOpera.org.By LA Opera
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#234: Zeenath Kuraisha – Maximising Revenue Growth through Sales Enablement
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Zeenath Kuraisha. Zeenath is the founder of the E-University of Sales and The Asia Pacific Sales & Marketing Academy (APACSMA), renowned for its industry-endorsed accredited sales training programs, certifications, sales audits, and assessment. Boasting a global reach, her multifaceted ap…
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Ep 188 - Navigating ADHD Challenges in Delegation with Sarah Vasquez
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Send us a Text Message. Leadership doesn't mean knowing it all. In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Sarah Vasquez, a seasoned professional with a unique perspective shaped by her experiences in AI, marketing, and communication. But what sets Sarah apart is her journey with neurodiversity, particularly ADHD, which she…
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#233: Sandra Long – Amplifying Sales Success by Building Strategic Networks
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Sandra Long. Sandra Long is a leading independent LinkedIn consultant, instructor, and speaker. She is the author of the best-selling book, LinkedIn for Personal Branding: The Ultimate Guide. Considered as a pioneer for women in B2B sales, she enjoyed a long first career in field sales fo…
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Highway 1, USA in Conversation with Celeste Headlee and Dr. Kristi Brown-Montesano
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William Grant Still's Highway 1, USA is an opera about family. Listen in as affiliated scholar, Dr. Kristi Brown-Montesano and the grand-daughter of William Grant Still - Celeste Headlee, discuss who Still was at home - and how the powerful women in his life influenced the drama we see unfold on stage.…
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#232: Karen Kelly – Breaking Barriers in a Male-Dominated Environment
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Karen Kelly, the Host of K2 Sales Podcast. Karen is a seasoned sales expert with a passion for empowering sales professionals to achieve sales excellence. With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry, she brings a unique blend of expertise, energy, and practicality to her c…
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Ep 187 - Healing Scars, Empowering Teams: How Trauma Recovery Fuels Effective Delegation with Kelly Campbell
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Send us a Text Message. Join me, Kristy Yoder, as I delve into trauma-informed leadership with Kelly Campbell, a seasoned leadership coach and former digital marketing agency owner. Together, we unravel the intricate connection between past traumas and effective delegation, shedding light on the often-overlooked impact that childhood experiences ha…
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Highway 1, USA's Journey Back to Los Angeles with Dr. Tiffany Kuo
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Written in 1942 under the title A Southern Interlude, William Grant Still’s Highway 1, USA was not performed by a professional opera company until 2021. In this podcast, Dr. Tiffany Kuo explores the work’s production history and reception. Tickets to Highway 1, USA are available now at LAOpera.org.By LA Opera
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#231: Cassi Roper – The Art of Nurturing Leadership Traits and the Power of Listening
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Cassi Roper, the Chief Revenue Officer of Redgate Software. Cassi is a senior hands-on sales leader who delivers a passionate, systematic approach to building teams and sales culture, generating results via customer centric techniques. A big advocate of hiring women into sales roles and e…
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Join me in this conversation with Stephanie Sachs where we delve deep into how artists can make money. Stephanie has sold over 1 million dollars in art sales without a gallery and she teaches other artists how they too can make a living as an artist. To learn more check out her website at artistsmakemoney.co or follow her on instagram @artistsmakem…
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The Dwarf in Conversation with Erica Petrocelli, Rodrick Dixon and Paul Hopper
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Erica Petrocelli and Roderick Dixon are no strangers to the LA Opera stage. Listen as they join Senior Director of Artistic Planning Paul Hopper to explore their characters and favorite musical moments in Zemlinsky's The Dwarf, as well as what it means to truly see oneself. Don't miss this rarely performed one-act opera, playing now through March 1…
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#230: Derek Roberts – Harnessing Mindset, Skill Set, and Human Connections
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Derek Roberts. Derek has built, trained, and coached sales teams and sales leaders for nearly thirty years. Although he is an executive coach, consultant, and professional speaker, he is quick to proudly identify himself first and foremost as a sales professional. An executive partner wit…
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Ep 186 - Growing a Business With Virtual Assistants and Its Challenges With Trenia Norford
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Send us a Text Message. “Problems happen, but it’s the solution that counts.” Join me, as I dive into the story of the thriving matchmaking and coaching business of our guest, Trenia Norford, founder of Connectricity. In this episode, we explore the transformative effects of virtual assistants in scaling business ventures and uncover how strategic …
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#229: Barrett King – Building Lasting Sales Partnerships for Sustained Growth
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Barrett King. Barrett King is the Senior Director of Revenue at New Breed, HubSpot's top partner and he is the host of the Outcomes Podcast - a show about Partnerships in SaaS. In this episode, Barrett shares profound insights on servant leadership, cultivating a customer-centric sales cu…
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Highway 1, USA and The Dwarf: Scene-by-Scene
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In this episode, Karen Mack, founder of LA Commons, reads the synopsis for Highway 1, USA and The Dwarf. Playing February 24-March 17, tickets to this exciting Double Bill are available now at LAOpera.org.By LA Opera
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#228: Blake Hudson – A Comprehensive Guide to Reentering the Workforce
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Blake Hudson. Blake is an experienced revenue leader and holistic career coach with diverse experiences in politics, academia, and tech sales. His career brings powerful insights, whether running for State Senate at 24 or generating more than $10 Million in revenue. He recently launched l…
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Ep 185 - How & When to Hire Help for Your Small Business with Lesley Pyle
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Send us a Text Message. Can you still do it all for your business or is it time to have support? Join us as Lesley Pyle, founder of HireMyMom.com, shatters the myth of the solopreneur struggle! Lesley went from an overwhelmed mom to a successful business owner by embracing the power of smart delegation. Lesley's journey from a new mom to a business…
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James Conlon's Pre-Performance Talk on Highway 1, USA
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In this episode, Richard Seaver Music Director James Conlon walks us through the history, the plot and of course the music of Highway 1, USA by William Grant Still. Don't miss this rarely performed one-act opera featured in our upcoming Double Bill, tickets are on sale now at LA Opera.org.By LA Opera
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#227: James Ski – The Holistic Approach to Career Growth with Mind, Body, and Sales.
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In this week’s Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is James Ski, CEO and Founder of Sales Confidence. Sales Confidence is the UK and Europe's #1 Community for SaaS sales & revenue leaders and teams. Their vision is to build the world's most valuable B2B Sales community, elevate the sales profession and help sales professionals, at each stage…
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Ep 184 - How to Improve Your Cash Flow in 2024
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to financial agility and discover how virtual assistants can revolutionize your cash flow management! In our latest Master Delegator podcast episode, we're joined by Alex Little, a finance and accounting dynamo, who shares invaluable insights into the world of fractional CFOs. For businesses generating bet…
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James Conlon's Pre-Performance Talk on The Dwarf
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In this episode, Richard Seaver Music Director James Conlon walks us through the history, the plot and of course the music of The Dwarf by Alexander Zemlinsky. Don't miss this a rarely performed one-act opera featured in our upcoming Double Bill, tickets are on sale now at LA Opera.org.By LA Opera
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