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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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Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech and International Neurodiversity Advocate, discusses the importance of embracing autism in the workplace. Aspiritech employs 90% autistic professionals, highlighting their unique strengths. Tara shares her insights on fost... more

Discover how continuous employee listening can transform your organization’s culture and business results with insights from Nick Montalbine, founder of Inner Voice Analytics and former HR strategist at Nike. In this episode, Nick unpacks actionable ... more

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Audrey Strong and C. Lee Smith celebrate 300 episodes by sharing their top management tips, podcasting secrets, and stories about real business leadership. They discuss show prep, follow-up questions, overcoming imposter syndrome, and building genuin... more

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Kate Lowry, CEO, coach, and author of 'Unbreakable: How to Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders,' shares expert insights on identifying and managing toxic leaders, especially in startups and tech. She offers practical strategies for overcoming fear-driven... more

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Recent Guests

Tara May
CEO of Aspiritech, International Neurodiversity Advocate
Aspiritech
Episode: 260 Embracing Autism in the Workplace With Tara May (Encore)
Nick Montalbine
Founder of Inner Voice Analytics; former HR strategist at Nike and Legacy Health
Inner Voice Analytics
Episode: 301: Continuous Employee Listening with Nick Montalbine
Kate Lowry
CEO, coach, venture capitalist, and author
Silicon Valley
Episode: 299: Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders with Kate Lowry
Dr. Rosenna Bakari
Psychologist, educator, and leadership consultant
Episode: 298: Dr. Rosenna Bakari: Seven Exits: Leave Behind What No Longer Serves You
Dan Tocchini
Leadership expert with over 35 years of experience helping teams succeed
Episode: 296: Courageous Conflict Resolution with Dan Tocchini
Theresa Bassett
CEO of The Diamond Group, expert in digital marketing and sales strategy
The Diamond Group
Episode: 295: Relationship Sales Strategies with Theresa Bassett
Summer Craig
President and CEO of the Craig Group, experienced in digital marketing and driving revenue growth for companies.
The Craig Group
Episode: 294: MOST POPULAR 2025: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Summer Craig
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

Hosts

Audrey Strong
Senior communications leader and co-host focused on leadership, culture, and strategy; affiliated with SalesFuel and prior roles in high-growth tech and enterprise sales environments.
C. Lee Smith
Founder/CEO of SalesFuel; experienced executive and interviewer with a focus on leadership, sales effectiveness, and organizational culture.

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 States2 years 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 States3 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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Detailed and useful with practical takeaways on leadership and management.
Insightful! Leadership and sales focus with practical perspectives for managers.
Thoughtful and engaging conversations with well-structured questions that draw out real-world applicability.
Audience feedback highlights energy, helpful content, and a broad range of guest expertise.
Hosts are prepared, professional, and bring out valuable insights from guests.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

300: Businesspeople Are People Too - We'll Go First with C. Lee Smith and Audrey Strong
Q: How did you two meet?
They met in the cafeteria at Ohio University in the 1980s, followed by a long friendship. The origin story underscores how their personal history informs their professional dynamic on the podcast.
299: Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders with Kate Lowry
Q: Do you find that fear-based leaders are more likely to have a prejudice against certain cultures?
Yes, fear-based leaders tend to exhibit biases against those they perceive as different, which can exacerbate power differentials.
299: Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders with Kate Lowry
Q: What are the everyday behaviors that signal a leader is going to have a retention problem?
Signs include direct reports going around the leader, increased sick days, and declining team performance.
299: Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders with Kate Lowry
Q: What made you write the book beyond all your clients telling you horror stories? Did something happen to you personally?
Kate mentions she had seven or eight fear-based bosses which made her reflect on their impact and the cultural shift in leadership styles.
295: Relationship Sales Strategies with Theresa Bassett
Q: How do you systemize relationship selling?
You can systematize the marketing bridge to create the right conversations and also know what to do with those conversations for effective results.

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This show centers on practical leadership, talent development, and sales management. Episodes frequently explore how to build high-performing teams, cultivate strong culture, and implement effective communication—often through actionable frameworks, interviews with owners, executives, and consultants, and real-world case studies. Notable angles include navigating fear-based leadership, boosting employee engagement, and aligning buy-in with organizational goals, all in concise formats that fit busy schedules. The mix of HR, psychology, marketing strategy, and management storytelling makes it a solid fit for managers, team leads, and executives seeking tangible takeaways to improve performance and retention.

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1. Tara May
2. Nick Montalbine
3. Kate Lowry
4. Dr. Rosenna Bakari
5. Dan Tocchini
6. Theresa Bassett
7. Summer Craig
8. Dave Garrison

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