Grace Gavin, author of Know Honesty , helps leaders simplify communication and eliminate divides within organizations. She guides individuals to master communication with authenticity, believing that everyone deserves to be heard and respected. Grace specializes in asking powerful questions that help uncover the real barriers to genuine communication. Ken Bogard brings a transformative "Know Honesty" approach, helping leaders elevate communication, collaboration, and leadership. SHOW SUMMARY In ...
Apr 26, 2025•30 min•Ep. 424
Amy Franko is a strategic sales expert, keynote speaker, and author of The Modern Seller . With a background at IBM and Lenovo, she helps mid-market companies elevate their B2B sales strategy and leadership development. Named one of LinkedIn’s Top Sales Voices, Amy blends modern sales techniques with values of trust, authenticity, and long-term relationship-building. Her mission is to raise the bar for sales professionals and empower them to grow through intentional, modern strategies. SHOW SUMM...
Apr 19, 2025•31 min•Ep. 423
Meredith Bell is a master connector and a powerhouse of wisdom who consistently delivers incredible value to those lucky enough to engage with her. As the President and co-founder of Grow Strong Leaders, she brings decades of experience helping organizations strengthen the people side of their business. With a background in education and a passion for communication, Meredith naturally blends her teaching skills with her love for building long-lasting client relationships. Many of her clients and...
Apr 12, 2025•30 min•Ep. 422
Dr. Yoram Solomon is a trust and innovation expert, founder of the Trust Habits Institute, and author of 19 books, including The Book of Trust. He holds 22 patents and was a key contributor to Wi-Fi and USB 3.0 technologies at Texas Instruments. With a PhD in Organization and Management, an MBA, and a Law degree, he teaches entrepreneurship and innovation at SMU and has published 400+ articles in outlets like Inc. Magazine. A former Plano ISD Board Trustee and IDF Paratrooper, he is dedicated to...
Apr 05, 2025•35 min•Ep. 421
Erin Hatzikostas is a former corporate CEO turned authenticity advocate, leading a movement to make workplaces more genuine through her company, b Authentic Inc. As the CEO of a $2 billion healthcare financial institution, she tripled earnings and boosted employee engagement by embracing radical authenticity. Erin is a TEDx speaker, best-selling author of You Do You(ish) , and co-host of the b Cause with Erin & Nicole podcast. Her insights have been featured in Business Insider , Fast Compan...
Mar 29, 2025•32 min•Ep. 420
Stephen Oommen is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience in entrepreneurship, finance, and technology leadership. He has held key roles at major companies like Microsoft, where he served as Managing Director for Software & Digital Platforms and Enterprise Commercial. Currently, he is the Vice President of Global Strategic & Enterprise at Outreach and the CEO of ExecuComm, where he helps companies boost revenue through effective go-to-market strategies. An award-winning sal...
Mar 22, 2025•33 min•Ep. 419
Colleen Stanley is the founder and president of SalesLeadership, Inc., a sales development firm specializing in emotional intelligence (EQ), consultative selling, and leadership skills. She is the author of three books: 📖 Emotional Intelligence for Sales Success 📖 Emotional Intelligence for Sales Leadership 📖 Growing Great Sales Teams With an impressive background in sales leadership, Colleen grew Varsity Spirit Corporation’s sales from $8 million to $90 million as Vice President of Sales and...
Mar 15, 2025•34 min•Ep. 418
Zev Young is a seasoned sales professional, educator, and founder of The Professor of Sales. With over two decades of experience in sales leadership and coaching, he is passionate about helping sales professionals build authentic relationships and master effective communication. As an adjunct professor at Bentley University, Zev teaches sales courses, mentors future sales leaders, and advocates for bridging the gap between academia and real-world sales training. His background in corporate sales...
Mar 08, 2025•33 min•Ep. 417
Stephen M. R. Covey is a globally recognized speaker and author specializing in trust and leadership. He is the bestselling author of The SPEED of Trust and Trust & Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash the Greatness in Others. As the former President and CEO of Covey Leadership Center, he helped transform the organization into a global leadership development firm. Covey holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and is the son of the late Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly...
Mar 01, 2025•40 min•Ep. 415
Jamie Diglio is a renowned performance coach and the Founder of inFirst Coaching, with over 20 years of sales leadership experience at top organizations like Gartner, Microsoft, and Slalom. Holding a master’s degree in industrial-organizational psychology, Jamie empowers leaders and teams to achieve peak performance by breaking invisible barriers. Her innovative WIN Room programs help high-growth organizations improve sales, boost employee engagement, and drive retention. Jamie’s TEDx talk, "Fro...
Feb 22, 2025•32 min•Ep. 414
Brent Pohlman, CEO of Midwest Laboratories, is a people-first leader who believes in coaching, authenticity, and leading from the heart. Since taking on the CEO role in 2016, he has built a thriving culture by focusing on people, processes, and technology—in that order. As a faith-driven leader, Brent is passionate about helping others develop self-awareness, cultivate gratitude, and embrace authentic leadership. He is also the author of Leaders Look Within: Own Your Heart to Live a Life of Grat...
Feb 15, 2025•33 min•Ep. 413
Michelle Curran, call sign “MACE,” is a combat veteran and trailblazing former F-16 fighter pilot with 13 years of service in the United States Air Force. As the lead solo pilot for the elite Air Force Thunderbirds from 2019 to 2021, she was the second woman ever to hold this position, inspiring millions with her aerial performances. With 1,500 flight hours, including 163 combat hours in Afghanistan, Michelle’s career epitomizes grit, determination, and teamwork. Now the founder of Upside Down D...
Feb 08, 2025•35 min•Ep. 412
Andrew Barbuto is a top-performing sales leader in the ad tech industry, managing over $80 million per year in digital media revenue. With a proven track record of closing complex software deals, Andrew is passionate about helping sales professionals refine their strategies for long-term success. As the author of Top Sales Producer: How to Crush Your Sales Quota and an active sales coach, he provides practical insights that elevate both new and experienced salespeople. His expertise lies in comb...
Feb 01, 2025•31 min•Ep. 411
Connie Whitman started her career at Chrysler Credit as a leasing specialist, where her natural talent for sales emerged through her client-focused, educational approach. With an MBA, financial licenses, and a passion for empowering others, Connie is redefining sales as a helpful, value-driven profession. She’s on a mission to inspire sales professionals to lead with authenticity, trust, and care. SHOW SUMMARY In this episode of the Selling from the Heart Podcast , Larry Levine and Darrell Amy w...
Jan 25, 2025•35 min•Ep. 410
Nigel Green is a sales leadership expert, consultant, and author of Revenue Harvest: A Sales Leader's Almanac for Planning the Perfect Year . Over the last decade, he has built and led sales teams generating tens of millions in annual revenue. Now living on a farm in Kentucky with his family, Nigel dedicates his time to coaching, consulting, and advising sales leaders. He offers one-day workshops, one-on-one coaching, and contributes to Entrepreneur Magazine. His latest work, How to Hire Elite S...
Jan 18, 2025•34 min•Ep. 409
Jason Cutter, CEO of Cutter Consulting Group, is an author, podcaster, and sales success architect specializing in helping companies with inside sales teams scale their operations. With a background in marine biology, Jason’s unconventional journey into sales led him to develop a unique framework for achieving success. His book, Selling with Authentic Persuasion: Transform from Order Taker to Quota Breaker , lays out strategies for building trust, understanding client motivations, and leading wi...
Jan 11, 2025•36 min•Ep. 408
Ed Marsh is a seasoned consultant specializing in revenue growth for B2B industrial companies. With a deep background in management, marketing, and sales, Ed integrates strategy, governance, customer success, and technology into a unified system for revenue growth through his Overall Revenue Effectiveness™ Methodology. A former Airborne Infantry Officer and Johns Hopkins University graduate, Ed also hosts the Industrial Growth Institute podcast and partners with major marketing and sales technol...
Jan 04, 2025•34 min•Ep. 407
Steve Spiro , known as the Master Connector, is a business automation consultant, speaker, and martial arts expert with a passion for building genuine relationships. Starting his career in advertising and later transitioning into technology, Steve attributes his success to discipline, integrity, and fearlessness cultivated through martial arts. With over 18,000 contacts in his phone and 24,000 LinkedIn connections, Steve hosts the weekly Master Connector Show on LinkedIn Live, inspiring others t...
Dec 28, 2024•34 min•Ep. 406
Jonathan Gardner is the Principal and Founder of J. Gardner Group, where he leverages decades of expertise in strategic sourcing and relationship management to drive profitability for organizations. His career includes working with global powerhouses like Starbucks and Dell, where he developed an acute understanding of navigating large corporations and fostering long-term partnerships. SHOW SUMMARY In this episode of the Selling from the Heart podcast, Larry Levine and Darrell Amy sit down with ...
Dec 21, 2024•33 min•Ep. 405
Damon Lembi is the CEO of LearnIt, a company dedicated to empowering individuals through education to achieve their professional goals. After an early career pursuing Major League Baseball, Damon joined LearnIt in 1995, bringing his passion for growth and learning to the organization. As an advocate for lifelong learning, Damon attributes LearnIt’s success to surrounding himself with exceptional talent and learning from past mistakes. An avid reader and family man, Damon brings unique perspectiv...
Dec 14, 2024•37 min•Ep. 404
Karl Mecklenburg , former Denver Broncos captain and All-Pro linebacker, defied the odds as a college walk-on and 12th-round draft pick to become one of the NFL’s most versatile players. With six Pro Bowl appearances, three Super Bowl appearances, and an induction into the Denver Broncos Ring of Fame, Karl's career exemplifies resilience, determination, and leadership. Today, as a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), Karl shares his inspiring "Six Keys to Success," blending humor, motivation, ...
Dec 07, 2024•33 min•Ep. 403
Guitze Messina is a trailblazer in the HVAC industry and the author of MONEYCALL: A Proactive Sales Method for Recurring Sales with Less Prospecting. With decades of experience in building strategic partnerships and driving growth initiatives, Guitze specializes in enhancing service outcomes, fostering innovation, and building trust-based client relationships. His leadership philosophy is rooted in integrity and heart-centered values, making him a perfect fit for the Selling from the Heart podca...
Nov 30, 2024•38 min•Ep. 402
Robert Hamilton Owens is widely known as The Fittest and Mentally Toughest 71-Year-Old in the World. An Ironman athlete, Special Ops Pararescueman, keynote speaker, and father of five, Robert has completed 12 Ironman triathlons, extreme endurance races, and the World Marathon Challenge. His life is defined by resilience and determination. With over 25 years of inspiring audiences, from Navy SEALs to international governments, Robert is dedicated to helping others realize their potential through ...
Nov 23, 2024•35 min•Ep. 401
Brent Long is the founder of Long on Life , an organization dedicated to helping individuals and businesses unlock their true potential through the practical wisdom of Jesus Christ. With decades of experience coaching sales teams and business owners, Brent is passionate about transforming the traditional image of salespeople into authentic, caring superstars. A former football coach and long-time straight commission earner, Brent brings unique insights into the demands of high performance. Along...
Nov 16, 2024•30 min•Ep. 400
Jill Schulman is the Founder & Principal of Breakthrough Leadership Group and a passionate leadership development consultant specializing in programs that drive performance. A former Marine Corps officer, Jill began her career in sales management and honed her leadership skills over a decade in the field. Today, she’s dedicated to helping others cultivate their own leadership abilities. Known for translating leadership theory into actionable strategies, Jill’s diverse background in the milit...
Nov 09, 2024•34 min•Ep. 399
Dan Owolabi is the Founding Executive Director of Branches Worldwide, a fast-growing non-profit organization dedicated to investing in high-impact Christian entrepreneurs globally. With 20 years of experience in teaching leadership, Dan is a sought-after keynote speaker and a member of the Global Leadership Summit teaching faculty. He has worked with leaders across more than 15 countries and four continents, helping them clarify their identity and leverage their influence to serve others. SHOW S...
Nov 02, 2024•34 min•Ep. 398
Liz Wendling is a renowned sales and business development consultant with expertise in transforming the sales approach for modern professionals. As president of Insight Business Consultants, Liz focuses on helping businesses and individuals refine their sales strategies to connect authentically with clients. Known for her no-nonsense style, Liz emphasizes genuine communication and building trust in sales relationships. She is also a respected author and speaker, offering practical insights and a...
Oct 26, 2024•33 min•Ep. 397
Mike Garrison is an expert with over 25 years of experience working with financial advisors and small business owners to grow their businesses through a comprehensive, predictable referral system. Beyond his professional work, Mike is a passionate fly fisherman and a certified exit planning advisor, dedicated to helping business owners preserve their legacies. His expertise in business growth, referrals, and trust-building makes him a valuable guest on the Selling from the Heart podcast. SHOW SU...
Oct 19, 2024•33 min•Ep. 396
Ann Latham is the founder and president of Uncommon Clarity, Inc. , where she specializes in strategic planning, decision-making, and process improvement. With over 20 years of experience, Ann has worked with Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, and government agencies, helping them enhance productivity and achieve sustainable growth. A recognized thought leader, Ann’s work has been featured in major publications. She holds a degree from Tufts University and is an expert in guiding organizations ...
Oct 12, 2024•31 min•Ep. 395
Tim Ohai is a business strategist and founder of Kupu Solutions , specializing in leadership development, sales enablement, and organizational transformation. With over two decades of experience consulting for Fortune 500 companies and startups, Tim helps businesses achieve sustainable growth through innovative strategies. Known for his practical and human-centered approach, Tim is an expert in navigating organizational dynamics and empowering teams. He holds a degree in master's degree in Organ...
Oct 05, 2024•33 min•Ep. 394
