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Join hosts Audrey Strong and C. Lee Smith on the #1 sales management podcast as they dive into management, leadership, business, sales, company culture, talent retention, revenues, performance metrics, hiring and more. From debunking sales myths to learning how to manage with and without measurements, you'll learn something new with every episode and will be able to implement positive change throu... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Garrison
Business strategist, leadership coach, co-founder of Garrison Growth, and author of The Buy-In Advantage
Episode: 293: The Buy-In Advantage with Dave Garrison
Matt Granados
CEO of LifePulse Incorporated and creator of the Perpetual Development system
LifePulse Incorporated
Episode: 292: Maximize Employee Potential—Work Smarter, Not Harder with Matt Granados
Sue Heilbronner
Author, speaker, startup CEO, and strategic advisor
Merge Lane Investment Fund
Episode: 291 : Never Ask for the Sale with Sue Heilbronner
Salvatore Manzi
Leadership communications coach with over 20 years of experience in DEI and organizational change.
Episode: 290: Workplace Culture Realignment with Salvatore Manzi
Shannon Jackson
Sales expert with insights on self-regulation and resilience in sales.
Episode: Extra Point: Underrated Sales Traits
Seth Kugler
Business litigator focusing on corporate governance and AI law
Grellas Shaw
Episode: 289: AI Law Dangers, HR, Employees, and Legal Steps to Take with Lawyer Seth Kugler
Stephanie Weier
CEO and co-founder of Brandwood Global, expert with over 25 years in brand integration and legal rights permissions
Brandwood Global
Episode: 288: Copyrights, Trademarks & AI: Legal Essentials for Content Creators with Stephanie Weier
Leah Stiegler
A principal at Woods Rogers, a law firm advising on workplace dynamics and labor law.
Woods Rogers
Episode: 287: Law, HR, Furries and Other Accommodations with Leah Stiegler
Adam Heitzman
Expert suggesting improvement methods for mental alertness
Episode: Extra Point: Most Underrated Sales Traits

Hosts

Audrey Strong
Senior Vice President of Communications at SalesFuel; Co-host of Manage Smarter podcast. Engages in exploring leadership topics with a focus on communications and workplace culture.
C. Lee Smith
CEO and Founder of SalesFuel; Co-host of Manage Smarter podcast. Focuses on effective management strategies aimed at driving sales performance and enhancing team dynamics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Insightful!

    The Manage Smarter podcast explores leadership and management strategies with a focus on driving sales performance. His interviews and expert advice provide valuable perspectives for sales managers and leaders.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew Barbuto
    United Statesa year ago
  • Packed with value

    Audrey and Lee produce an excellent show! They are fun smart professionals, very well-prepared and bring out tons of valuable information from their guests - all in 20-minutes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cfow110
    United States2 years ago
  • Detailed and useful

    Practical information shared in every podcast. Nicely done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    543Me
    United States3 years ago
  • Brilliant and fascinating conversations

    I really enjoyed the episode where you talk with Jennifer Mackin about the 4 most common ways leaders miss out on developing their people. I would highly recommend this podcast to anyone interested in management, leadership, business, sales, company culture, talent retention, revenues, performance metrics, hiring and more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria4 years ago
  • Love it!

    I highly recommend this podcast, as I found each episode valuable and interesting with good humor, energi and important topics in leadership and management! Nice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kasper_MC
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Audience feedback highlights the quality of the hosts' interviews and their ability to facilitate thoughtful conversations.
Hosts Audrey and Lee provide insightful discussions that are both informative and engaging, making complex management concepts accessible.
The podcast features a range of expert guests, which enhances its educational value and keeps the content diverse and interesting.
Listeners appreciate the practical takeaways and actionable advice offered in each episode.

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293: The Buy-In Advantage with Dave Garrison
Q: How do you envision technological advancements impacting the future strategic leadership?
Technological advancements like AI generate leader and employee concerns about job security and the need for clarity in policy formation around its use.
293: The Buy-In Advantage with Dave Garrison
Q: So what is the definition of it in the first place? Buy-in.
Buy-in is understanding the emotional and compelling purpose behind work, which can motivate employees beyond financial incentives.
292: Maximize Employee Potential—Work Smarter, Not Harder with Matt Granados
Q: Could you give us a 30,000 foot view about what those four cycles are?
Matt explains that the four cycles are learning, refining, sustaining, and enhancing the implementation process.
291 : Never Ask for the Sale with Sue Heilbronner
Q: What advice would you give to somebody that's used to doing the sequences and doing the hard sale?
Start by changing just 10% of your approach, try a different sequence or no sequence for that small portion, and see what the results are.
290: Workplace Culture Realignment with Salvatore Manzi
Q: How can organizations effectively roll out a cultural change?
They should use a structured approach like the Four D's and ensure leadership alignment and communication.

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