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  • How NOT to be a Sales Loser, Featuring the UK's Most Hated Sales Trainer, Benjamin Dennehy
    2024/11/20

    Benjamin Dennehy is the UK's Most Hated Sales Trainer. In this episode, hosts Maddy and Melissa get his advice on how not to be a "sales loser" - and what actually works instead.

    Ben reveals his distinct approach to sales training, breaking conventional norms and emphasizing the importance of self-respect over the need to be liked.

    Connect with Benjamin on LinkedIn HERE.

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    33 分
  • Social Media Nostalgia - Unpacking the Online Evolution with Sepy Bazzazi
    2024/11/13

    Sepy Bazzazi is the Growth Marketing Lead at Glide, a nocode platform that gives you the powers of a developer and a designer to create remarkable tools that solve your most challenging business problems.

    This episode is a casual chat about the past, present, and future state of social media. Enjoy!

    Connect with Sepy HERE

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    31 分
  • How to be Resilient in Sales + Turn Your Side Gig Into Your Main Gig with Troy Munson | Episode 42
    2024/11/08

    In this episode of the Kindred Spirits podcast, host Melissa Jaalaid interviews Troy Munson, a resilient entrepreneur and the CEO of Dimmo.

    Troy shares his journey from college side gigs to building multiple successful businesses. He discusses overcoming obstacles, learning from failures, and transitioning from side hustles to a full-time venture with his latest company, Dimmo. Listeners will gain insights into the emotional challenges of sales, the value of persistence, and the lessons Troy has learned along the way.

    Connect with Troy Munson HERE

    Try Dimmo HERE

    Connect with Melissa Jaalaid HERE

    Connect with Maddy Matson HERE

    Join the Kindred Talent Network HERE

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    24 分
  • Making Marketing Human Again With LumiereHub Founder, Anik Beauchemin
    2024/10/29

    Anik is the Founder of LumiereHub, an AI-powered copywriting tool for all your marketing needs.

    With a deep-seated passion for human behavior and its impact on consumer engagement, Anik is a pioneer in creating content that not only leverages data but also strikes a chord on a personal level.

    As the owner, her focus is on deploying digital strategies that resonate with core human values - crafting stories that align with audience experiences, reflecting a commitment to authenticity in every campaign.

    Connect with Anik:

    LinkedIn

    LumiereHub

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    14 分
  • Vulnerability and the Power of Sharing Your Story with Mike Fata and Jake Karls | Episode 40
    2024/10/22

    In this episode of the Kindred Spirits Podcast, Maddy and Melissa host entrepreneurs Mike Fata and Jake Karls.

    Though both are massively successful in business, this conversation goes deeper than just discussing the numbers. We discuss the critical role of mental health in entrepreneurship, advocating for open conversations and sharing personal experiences of burnout and vulnerability. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-care, authentic storytelling, and overcoming imposter syndrome to stand out in a saturated market.

    Mike and Jake share the details of their Revival tour, aimed at reviving entrepreneurship in Canada, inspiring entrepreneurs to be proud of their journeys and share their stories boldly.

    This episode offers valuable insights and motivational guidance for aspiring and current entrepreneurs alike.

    Connect with Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/themikefata/

    https://www.mikefata.ca/

    Connect with Jake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-karls-653106ba/

    https://www.middaysquares.com/

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    26 分
  • How to Leverage AI as your Sales Co-Pilot with Renae Farough | Episode 39
    2024/10/15

    In this episode of the Kindred Spirits podcast, Renae Farough shares her inspiring journey from an insurance broker to tech entrepreneur.


    Renae Farough is the co-founder and CEO of Kicker, an AI-powered sales copilot revolutionizing the way sales teams operate to drive revenue numbers up and shorten sales cycles. She is a sales leader with over 17 years experience in roles spanning several industries including insurance, custom software, and healthtech in both the private and public sectors. Renae's prowess in scaling new business lines and penetrating untapped markets has been instrumental in establishing Kicker as a game-changing enablement tool.


    Renae shares advice for small business owners on integrating AI into their business development and sales strategies. The discussion also highlights the future impact of AI across industries, the importance of personal connections in sales, and the challenges faced by women in tech and entrepreneurship.


    Connect with Renae:


    LinkedIn

    Kicker's Website

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    23 分
  • For Your Skin Below the Chin: Developing a Body Care Line with Helen Shin | Episode 38
    2024/09/05

    Helen Shin is the founder of LILIS, a beauty company that produces effective and luxurious body skin care products. Inspired by her mom, LILIS is pioneering a new approach to body skin care called “Korean Body Resurfacing.” Prior to founding LILIS, Helen was a Creative Director at Saatchi & Saatchi and other New York City advertising companies, where she focused on luxury and beauty brands. She was born in Seoul, and grew up in Delhi, India, Orange County, California, and Toronto, Canada before attending college in NYC, where she has lived for the last 19 years.


    Interested in trying out LILIS? Use the code KINDREDSPIRITS to get 10% off your order at lilis.co.

    Connect with Helen on Instagram at www.instagram.com/lilis.body


    Connect with Kindred Spirits:
    LinkedIn

    Instagram

    Website


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    26 分
  • Finding Your Voice: Amy Taylor on Building A Talent Agency and Empowering Diverse Speakers | Episode 37
    2024/08/13

    In this episode, Amy Taylor, co-founder of Loud Management, takes us on a journey through her remarkable career in the speaking industry. From her unexpected start at a speaker's bureau to launching her own talent agency, Amy shares the highs and lows of entrepreneurship with refreshing honesty.


    Amy is the proud co-founder of LOUD MGMT (Management), a not-so-standard talent, brand, and event management agency on a steadfast mission to disrupt industry norms. LOUD MGMT is a proud LGBTQ+ and woman-owned company, deeply committed to fostering an inclusive business ecosystem that values and celebrates diversity.


    Listeners will gain practical advice on building a personal brand, expanding their network, and overcoming the challenges of entrepreneurship. Amy's personal stories of resilience - including bouncing back from layoffs and navigating a divorce - provide inspiration for anyone facing setbacks in their career or personal life.


    Whether you're an aspiring speaker, a budding entrepreneur, or someone looking to amplify their voice in the digital world, this episode offers a wealth of wisdom, practical tips, and motivation to help you stand out and make an impact in your field.

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    Connect with Amy Taylor

    LinkedIn

    Website

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    30 分