The songs and stories of Michael Gaither
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GRAMMY® Award-winning music icon and songwriting legend Bill Gaither interviews a wide range of acclaimed celebrities and inspiring personalities, capturing their career milestones, lessons learned and unique stories in and out of the spotlight.
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Washington, DC, USA Broadcaster, Photographer, and Storyteller Victoria Gaither travels the world to tell stories and give a voice to people who have something to say. Victoria was in the news business for over 16 years as a news anchor and reporter and still works through the National Press Club and as a freelancer. Victoria also known as the 'Newslady' covers stories and events wherever she goes. Recently, she traveled to Bermuda, Fiji, New Zealand, Australia, and Hawaii. Her podcasts are ...
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Welcome to The Music for the Soul Podcast, where we talk honestly about difficult things, sharing the stories of guests from around the globe about the incredible hope and healing music provides. Inspired by human experience and the compassion of Christ, our episodes aim to bring light into the dark places.
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Your weekly sales strategy guide that will rewire your sales brain to bust bad habits and crush your number. The way that companies train salespeople is broken. Host Kelly Riggs discusses what ACTUALLY works in sales with leading experts in our industry. Forget what you think you know about sales. It's time to train hard and play to win. Kelly Riggs is an author, speaker, and business consultant for executives and companies throughout the United States and Canada. Widely recognized as a powe ...
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Welcome to the Let's Talk Talent podcast! This is your one-stop-shop for how to recruit, retain, and develop top talent that will take your organization to the next level. Hear from the most sought after experts in talent acquisition, human resources, recruiting, and leadership as we discuss what it takes to attract and assemble the world's highest performing teams. This podcast is hosted by Tyler Rossi and is sponsored by American Dream Search. Please contact for guest appearance requests.
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Vail Village, Vail, Colorado Broadcaster and Photographer Victoria Gaither talks with Bart Cuomo, the President /Co-Founder/Managing Broker at Vail Realty, in this podcast. Bart, originally from Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, talks about how his love of skiing brought him to Vail, Colorado. On this day, Cuomo and a dozen friends, colleagues, and fa…
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The First Thing to Do Differently in Sales Training
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Episode 73: Honoring the Life of James Eric Myers and His Mission to Serve Veterans with PTSD
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On this special episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast, we are taking time to talk about the life and impact of a dear friend to Music for the Soul, James Eric Myers. Eric tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident at just 49 years old. So today, we are going to speak about how extraordinary Eric was in transforming the lives of others. E…
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, Kelly Riggs get to the root cause of many sales problems and it all comes back to people. The systemic issues plaguing sales teams often comes down lackadaisical approach to hiring and the prevalence of mediocrity in sales. Finding the right people is HARD, making coaching your B and C players to A level work …
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The ONE Thing Sales Leaders DON'T Do That's Killing Sales
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, host Kelly Riggs tackles a pervasive issue in sales management: the lack of active, on-the-field engagement between sales leaders and their teams. Riggs emphasizes the critical need for sales managers to step away from their desks and directly participate in sales calls with their representatives. He reminisce…
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Episode 72: Restoring Life and Igniting Hope After the Loss of a Child with Daphne Greer
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Losing a child is a grief that no parent should ever have to walk through. So what can you do if tragedy strikes and your child loses their life? We are so blessed to have Daphne Greer share her story on this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Daphne speaks about the tragic day in 2008 when she lost her 5 year old daughter in a car accident…
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RE-AIR: Mike Weinberg - Sales Training Without Accountability is a Waste of Time
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In this episode of "Sales [UN]Training," host Kelly Riggs welcomes renowned sales expert Mike Weinberg, author of several influential sales books including "The First Time Manager: Sales." The episode centers around the critical theme of accountability in sales, a topic that resonates deeply with sales managers and teams. Mike Weinberg emphasizes t…
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Two Crystal Clear Clues That You're NOT Coaching
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, hosted by Kelly Riggs, the spotlight is on the crucial role of coaching in sales leadership. Kelly begins by sharing a startling statistic: only about one in ten sales leaders consistently engage in coaching, despite clear evidence that it significantly enhances team performance. He challenges the conventional…
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Episode 71: How Hymns can Help in our Suffering with Joni Eareckson Tada
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Hymns are some of the most spiritually deep, emotionally charged songs in all of scripture. So how can these hymns provide hope to us in times of sudden or chronic suffering? We are so blessed to have author, speaker and singer Joni Eareckson Tada as our guest on today's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Joni speaks about how she has becom…
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Sales Turnover is LOWER When Expectations Are CLEARER with Michael Lang of SG Partners
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, Kelly Riggs hosts Michael Lang, the founder of SG Partners, to dive deep into the intricacies of hiring salespeople and the common pitfalls that sales leaders encounter in the recruitment process. The discussion kicks off with a reflection on how sales organizations often miss the mark by not setting clear exp…
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Episode 70: Discovering God's Guiding Hand in Singing and Songwriting with Sam and Becca Mizell
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God is the guiding force in our lives in everything that we do and it is through His words that we can change lives for the better. But what exactly does that look like when it comes to songwriting or performing? We are so blessed to have Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter couple Sam and Becca Mizell on this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcas…
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Trust Me, Your Product Isn't Good Enough with Lee Salz
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, host Kelly Riggs welcomes Lee Salz, a sales management strategist and author, to delve into the critical importance of sales differentiation. The discussion begins with a provocative question about the inherent value of products and services in a competitive market, setting the stage for a deep dive into why a…
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Episode 69: Singer Michael O'Brien Talks about Overcoming Pornography and Restoring His Marriage
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Pornography addiction is something we've talked about extensively on this show and we've showcased the devistation it can have on someone's life, their relationships and their faith in God. So what leads people to pick up this addiction and how can they free themselves from it? We are so excited to have singer, musician and worship leader Michael O…
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If You Don't Know Where You're Going, Where Will You Wind Up?
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, host Kelly Riggs delves into the critical importance of having a detailed plan for sales success, starting with a notable quote by Yogi Berra: "If you don't know where you're going, you might wind up someplace else." Kelly emphasizes the surprising fact that many salespeople lack a concrete strategy to meet th…
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Episode 68: Recording Artist Lisa Bevill Shares About Her Career, Her Girls Camp, and Her Battle with Lyme disease
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When God calls us to follow His voice, we often don't know the paths He is taking us down. However, it is always so important to listen to Him when He speaks, because He takes us to places we could only dream about. That is why we are so blessed to welcome Recording Artist and Songwriter, Lisa Bevill, to this episode of the Music for the Soul Podca…
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Sales LEADERS, It's YOUR Fault (Again) with Kevin Gaither
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In this episode of the Sales [UN]Training podcast, host Kelly Riggs welcomes Kevin Gaither, a seasoned sales leader and former VP of Sales at ZipRecruiter, to tackle the critical role of leadership in sales performance. They dive into why sales training often fails and how the responsibility for a team's success falls squarely on the shoulders of s…
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Episode 67: Author Jolene Philo Joins Us To Talk About Caregiving and Loving Children With Disabilities
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Caregiving is one of the most challenging and intense experiences a parent or a child can face as they walk through life. Whether its taking care of an elderly parent or caring for a child with special needs, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help or when you should pass off caregiving to a full time team. That is why we are so grateful…
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EP 7. Leveraging Content Marketing to Recruit Tech Talent with Chris Schwenk
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Chris Schwenk is the CEO of Delos Staffing, a technology focused staffing and recruiting company. In this episode, you'll hear how content marketing has helped Chris with both business development and the recruitment of top talent. Listen to the full episode to hear Chris's advice on how to recruit, retain, and develop top talent in tech. Connect w…
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You're Doing Sales Training Exactly BACKWARDS
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training Kelly challenges traditional sales training methods, highlighting the importance of understanding customer needs before diving into product details. He emphasizes a customer-centric approach, where understanding the client's industry and challenges is key to offering relevant solutions. It's time for a paradigm…
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Episode 66: Singer/Songwriter Shannon Adducci Shares About Leaning Into Our Identity As A Beloved Children of God
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We've talked about navigating very difficult situations a lot on the Music for the Soul Podcast. But how can we begin to lean into our identity as a child of Christ when so many of our questions don't seem to have concrete answers? We are so blessed to welcome the incredibly talented singer, songwriter, pianist and worship leader, Shannon Adducci t…
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Cause and Effect: High Sales Turnover and Low Quota Attainment with Alex McNaughten
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Today's sales industry faces significant challenges, chief among them being high turnover rates and a concerning trend of low quota attainment. A closer look at these issues reveals a deeper problem – a widespread deficiency in structured sales management and coaching. This gap in professional development is often overlooked, yet it has profound im…
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Episode 65: How a Song Can Rescue a Hurting Soul with Gloria Gaither
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Don't settle for shallow. Those are the words today's guest left with us as we concluded our discussion. At Music for the Soul, we write songs that speak honestly about some of life's toughest challenges, because we know that songs can help rescue a hurting soul. Our guest on today's show is Gospel Music Hall of Fame member, Grammy and Dove Award w…
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Your Top Salesperson is NOT Your Next Sales Leader
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When a top sales performer is elevated to a leadership role, the transition can often be turbulent and fraught with unexpected challenges. This scenario, common in the sales industry, reveals a critical oversight: the assumption that success in sales seamlessly translates to effective leadership. This belief overlooks the distinct skill sets requir…
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Episode 64: Analyzing the Impact of Music on People's Lives with Award Winning Composer Danny Mitchell
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We've talked before on The Music For The Soul Podcast about the impact music can have on the lives of others and how you never know just how many lives you touch with your voice. That is why we are so excited to have singer, songwriter and composer extrodinare, Danny Mitchell, to share stories from his career working in music. Danny talks about how…
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Does Your Sales Team Practice on Customers?
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In this thought-provoking episode of Sales [UN]Training, host Kelly Riggs delves into the contentious topic of role play in sales training. Riggs challenges the common aversion to role play, arguing that its unpopularity stems not from the concept itself but from ineffective implementation. He emphasizes that role play, when done correctly, is an e…
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Episode 63: Jen Mozley on Overcoming Anxiety and the Power of the Arts in Worship
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We've talked many times on this show about how anxiety and depression are some of the fastest growing illnesses world wide and how debilitating they can be. What role does expression through song and art play in allowing us to reveal our true selves through who God has called us to be? We are so blessed to have singer-songwriter and worship leader …
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3 Keys to a Dynamic Sales Training Methodology with Paul Fuller, CEO, Membrain
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, host Kelly Riggs engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Paul Fuller, CRO of Membrain. Fuller brings a wealth of experience from founding and leading successful growth organizations and has a deep understanding of B2B sales dynamics. The episode dives into the systemic issues plaguing traditional sale…
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Episode 62: Empowering Children to Understand Their Emotions with Michelle Steffes
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What if children and pre-teens had buttons and switches that allowed them to turn off or tone down negative emotions such as anger or hurt and turn up positive ones like love and compassion? How can we teach our children to understand not only the emotions they feel, but how to control them as well? We are so excited to welcome author and speaking,…
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The Holy Grail of Selling: Creating Predictability and Consistency
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, host Kelly Riggs welcomes special guest Dave Kurlan, the legendary author of "Baseline Selling" and founder of Objective Management Group. The discussion revolves around the holy grail of selling: creating predictability and consistency in sales teams. Kurlan emphasizes the importance of having salespeople wit…
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Episode 61: Becky Nordquist & Steve Siler talk Resolutions, Healing, and Living by the Fruits of the Spirit in the New Year
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On this inaugural episode of the new year, Steve Siler and Becky Nordquist talk about their resolutions for the new year, how they found healing in 2023, and why living by the fruits of the spirit should be a goal we all strive for as we enter into 2024. They share what they are looking forward to in this coming year and ways that they hope to grow…
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Episode 60: Chris Bailey Joins us for a Two-Topic Episode about Podcast Production and Living with Diabetes
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We are blessed to bring you podcasts every week that share stories from talented individuals. So, what does the Music for the Soul Podcast look like behind the scenes? What goes into making a Music for the Soul Podcast episode? Our podcast producer, Chris Bailey, joins us on this week's episode to talk about what it's been like producing the show f…
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ICYMI: How Companies and Sales Leaders Train Salespeople to Be Despised and Rejected
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Happy Holidays! Enjoy this episode that originally aired in August of 2023. We'll be back with new episodes beginning January 8th! Have you ever wondered why people seem to dislike salespeople so much? In this episode of Sales [UN]training, host Kelly Riggs digs into this question with Jeff Bloomfield, author of Neuroselling. They discuss how tradi…
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Episode 59: The Beauty of Healing Dance With Tara Young
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We have often talked about the healing power of music and its ability to draw us closer to God to find hope and healing. Dancing offers another form of healing and grace to those facing physical, mental, or spiritual hardships. That is why we are so excited this week to talk with Choreographer and Assistant Director of the Wings to Fly Dance Compan…
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Sales Training Without Accountability is a Waste of Time
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In this episode of "Sales [UN]Training," host Kelly Riggs welcomes renowned sales expert Mike Weinberg, author of several influential sales books including "The First Time Manager: Sales." The episode centers around the critical theme of accountability in sales, a topic that resonates deeply with sales managers and teams. Mike Weinberg emphasizes t…
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Episode 58: The Life Changing Power of Storytelling with Author and Radio Host Chris Fabry
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We have talked many times on this podcast about the transformational power songwriting holds. However, the same is true with the world of storytelling. Novels have the abilities to not only help us empathize with those living different lives for us, but can also help put into words what we are walking through ourselves. That is why we are honored t…
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Episode 53: Learning to Pray for Our Kids with Award Winning Songwriter Tony Wood
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As parents, we all want the best for our children as they grow up. So how can we learn to pray for our children not just in the current moment, but also for their future? We are so blessed to welcome Award winning songwriter and author Tony Wood back to the Music for the Soul Podcast. Tony shares details from his latest book Lord, Help Me Pray for …
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Episode 55: A Life in Music with Recording Engineer with Kent Hooper
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Creating music is rarely something that happens over night. It is a journey through a lifetime of connections, memories and experiences. So what does that journey look like for those who walk it? We are so excited to have Grammy nominated, award winning recording engineer Kent Hooper on today's episode fo the Music for the Soul Podcast. Kent breaks…
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When Sales Leaders Are the Weak Link in Sales (Part 3)
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In this final installment of the three-part series "When Sales Leaders Are the Weak Link in Sales," Kelly Riggs reveals the 2 big blunders newly promoted sales leaders typically make and how to fix them. The episode begins with Kelly acknowledging a critical issue: sales leaders often ascend to their positions due to their prowess in sales, not nec…
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Episode 57: Steve Siler and Becky Nordquist Share Christmas "Favorites" and Music for the Little Soul Christmas
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On this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast, hosts Steve Siler and Becky Nordquist talk about their absolute favorites during the Christmas season. They share their favorite Christmas cookies, Christmas movies, and their favorite Christmas memories. Steve and Becky also talk about how the Christmas season is a time that allows them to …
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When Sales Leaders Are the Weak Link in Sales (Part 2)
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training Kelly Riggs discusses into the critical role of sales leaders play in quickly getting new salespeople up to speed. He highlights three key areas where sales leaders often fall short, impacting the overall effectiveness of sales training and onboarding processes. He emphasizes the importance of a detailed onboar…
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Episode 56: Looking Behind the Curtain of Audio Engineering with Kent Hooper
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On this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast we welcome back audio engineer extrodinare Kent Hooper. Kent Hooper has been making Music for the Soul sound great for over 20 years. Today, Kent shares more of a behind the curtain look at audio engineering and what it has been like working for so many big names in the industry throughout hi…
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When Sales Leaders Are the Weak Link in Sales (Part 1)
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Sales [UN]Training podcast, host Kelly Riggs delves into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of sales training: the role of sales leaders. Kelly opens by confronting a harsh reality - sales leaders can be the weak link in sales training. He argues that despite their responsibility to develop salespeople's …
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The Black Hole of Sales Training and the Value of Training Your People to Plan
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In this enlightening episode of Sales [UN]Training, hosted by Kelly Riggs, the spotlight is on what is often termed the 'magic bullet' in sales. Riggs challenges the common quest for quick fixes and revolutionary techniques in sales, directing attention instead to a fundamental yet frequently overlooked aspect: planning. He argues convincingly that…
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Episode 54: Finding Courage and Confidence in Midlife with Author Dawn Damon
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Reaching midlife can be a challenge for all of us. We become introspective and wonder "have I done all I've wanted to do with my life?" How can we transition into our midlife with confidence and find the courage to take charge of what God has in store for us? We are so excited to welcome Best Selling Author Dawn Damon back to the Music for the Soul…
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EP 6. The Search Process of a Talent Sniper with David Marr
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In this episode, hear from 20 year recruitment veteran, David Marr, as he walks you through his search process and the steps he takes to acquire top talent. Connect with David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmarr/ Let's Talk Talent is sponsored by American Dream Search. Need help hiring? Visit: https://www.americandreamsearch.com/…
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EP. 5 Becoming an Elite Recruiter with Benjamin Mena
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In this episode, Benjamin Mena, Managing Director at Select Source Solutions and Host of The Elite Recruiter Podcast joins us to discuss how to become an Elite Recruiter. You'll hear Ben's story, tips for recruiting effectively in the Government Contracting space, and critical takeaways Ben has learned from interviewing seven figure billers. Here i…
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The Truth About Hiring Effective Sales Reps - What the Data Shows
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One of the most difficult things on the planet is consistently identifying and hiring high performing salespeople. We get fooled. A LOT! In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, host Kelly Riggs tackles the challenge every sales manager faces: hiring and developing effective salespeople. From the dangers of elevating top sales reps to managerial role…
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Episode 52: Finding the Joys of God's Creation through the Arts with Jeff and Linda Crossan
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One of the most vivid and inspiring ways God reveals himself to us is through creativity. So how can we channel that creativity into our own lives? How can artistic media like painting, pottery, and songwriting create a deep spiritual connection with God? We are so excited to have Jeff and Linda Crossan on this week's episode of the Music for the S…
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EP 4. Impact Leaders Have on the Employee Experience with Michael Tatelbame
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In this episode, hear from Michael Tatelbame, Vice President of Talent Management at Baptist Health, discuss how leaders can create an employee experience that increases retention. Connect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-tatelbame-shrm-scp-2819507/ Let's Talk Talent is sponsored by American Dream Search. Need help hiring? Visit: h…
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How Poor Sales Training Creates "Stuck" Deals with James Muir
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In this episode of Sales [UN]Training, host Kelly Riggs talks with James Muir, author of The Perfect Close, about the common reasons sales deals get stuck and how to prevent or unstick them. They discuss how poor sales training leads reps to focus too heavily on product features rather than uncovering the customer's core problems and facilitating g…
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