The Grow Fast Podcast

Coaching Growth: Motivating Leaders, Building Impact, and Thriving Across Cultures with Will Linssen

3.1K views · 11mo ago · 41:10

Guests: Coaching Growth, Will Linssen, Will Linsen

Join host Mark Shriner on the Grow Fast podcast as he welcomes Will Linsen, the globetrotting CEO of Global Coach Group, for an insightful conversation about accelerating leadership development and business growth across borders. Will shares his experiences coaching executives in the Middle East, highlighting how government-backed goals in countries like Saudi Arabia are driving explosive demand for local talent development and professional coaching.

From Hustle to Success: Stacy Hylen's Business Growth Secrets

6.3K views · 1y ago · 43:21

Stacy Hylen, a business growth strategist with over 20 years of experience, discusses her approach to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses without excessive hustle. Having worked with Tony Robbins and Chet Holmes, she emphasizes the importance of strategic positioning and finding hidden profits within a business.

Rocket Fuel for Talent: Building High-Performance Teams in Hard Tech Startups

4.2K views · 1y ago · 45:56

Guest: Seyka Mejeur

Mejeur brings a unique perspective to talent acquisition, having worked extensively in people operations and hiring across various sectors. Her company focuses on supporting pre-seed to Series C startups, helping them build teams that can drive innovation in challenging and cutting-edge technological domains.

Feature Management: How to Accelerate Software Deployment Strategically, with Egil Østhus

2.9K views · 1y ago · 42:10

Guest: Feature Management

In this episode of the Grow Fast podcast, host Mark Shriner interviews Egil Østhus from Unleash, a software development tool that revolutionizes how companies release and manage software features. The discussion centers on the critical importance of rapid, controlled software deployment, highlighting how businesses can balance speed and risk when introducing new features to customers.

AI Revolution: Transforming B2B Marketing Strategies

6.2K views · 1y ago · 39:25

Guest: AI Revolution

The conversation delves into practical ways businesses can leverage AI for marketing and sales automation, including using AI-powered tools for content generation, personalized outreach, and lead qualification. Kloefkorn shares insights on creating valuable content that resonates with target audiences, highlighting the importance of understanding buyer personas and providing solutions to their specific pain points.

Memes, Marketing, and Making B2B Marketing Fun with Aidan Brannigan

2.4K views · 1y ago · 47:19

Guest: Aidan Brannigan

Welcome to today's episode of The Grow Fast Podcast, where we dive into the innovative world of B2B social media marketing with a twist of humor. Our guest is Aidan Brannigan, Founder of No Boring Brands, who is revolutionizing how tech and enterprise companies connect with their audience through memes, skits, and relatable content that breaks through the traditional corporate communication barriers.

Marketing Magic: Unveiling the Secrets of Digital Success with Jimi Gibson

3.4K views · 1y ago · 45:46

Guests: Marketing Magic, Jimi Gibson

In this episode of the Grow Fast podcast, Mark Shriner interviews Jimi Gibson, VP of Brand Communication at Thrive Agency and a professional magician, exploring the fascinating intersection of digital marketing and magical performance. Jimi shares insights into Thrive Agency's 20-year journey, discussing their approach to digital marketing, SEO strategies, and how they help businesses grow in an increasingly complex online landscape.

Pro vs. Amateur: Unlocking Sales Motivation and Personal Excellence with Bill Caskey

5.2K views · 1y ago · 36:57

Guest: Bill Caskey

In this episode of the Grow Fast podcast, host Mark Shriner sits down with sales expert Bill Caskey to explore critical dynamics of motivation and professional excellence. Key questions discussed include How do internally motivated people differ from those needing external motivation? What truly works to motivate salespeople? How can professionals increase confidence for difficult conversations?

From Wild Card to Success: Mario Martinez Jr.'s Unstoppable Journey

2.4K views · 1y ago · 43:29

Guest: Mario Martinez Jr

In this episode of the Grow Fast Podcast, Mark Shriner sits down with Mario Martinez Jr., a dynamic entrepreneur and sales expert who shares his remarkable journey of motivation and personal growth. Mario reveals pivotal moments from his life, including his challenging path to UC Berkeley and his first breakthrough job at Sprint, where he was hired as a "wild card" candidate despite not meeting traditional metrics.

From Volume to Value: Transforming Dental Practices Through Strategic Marketing with Bart Knellinger

3.3K views · 1y ago · 52:42

Guest: Bart Knellinger

In this episode of the Grow Fast podcast, host Mark Shriner sits down with Bart Knellinger, a visionary entrepreneur who has revolutionized marketing and sales strategies in the dental industry. Bart is the founder of Progressive Dental Marketing and the Closing Institute, two groundbreaking companies that have transformed how dental practices approach patient acquisition and case management.

Listening to Customers: The Secret Weapon for B2B Business Growth with Eli Portnoy

4.2K views · 1y ago · 42:33

Guest: Eli Portnoy

The conversation delves deep into the challenges of scaling B2B companies and the common pitfalls of misinterpreting customer needs. Portnoy reveals a startling statistic that 85% of sales team explanations for lost deals are incorrect, highlighting the critical need for a more systematic approach to gathering and analyzing customer feedback.

CPG Branding Best Practices with Andrew Thomas, VP of Marketing at Archer Meat Snacks

5K views · 1y ago · 52:27

Guest: Andrew Thomas

In this episode of The Grow Fast Podcast, we are doing a deep dive into the world of consumer packaged goods (CPG) with a special focus on branding, marketing, and the critical alignment between sales and marketing teams.

Cracking the Startup Code: Insights from Global Venture Expert Vijay Rajendran

8.3K views · 1y ago · 1:05:52

In today's fast-paced startup ecosystem, founders face unprecedented challenges in building successful businesses. Navigating the complex world of venture capital, product development, and market expansion requires not just innovative ideas but a strategic approach to growth.

Prioritizing Customer Needs over Product Features in B2C Marketing

6.5K views · 1y ago · 41:39

In this episode of the Grow Fast podcast, host Mark Shriner sits down with marketing expert Jeff Wenberg to explore the evolving landscape of digital marketing. Jeff shares his journey from aspiring musician to successful marketing professional, detailing how he transitioned from doing voiceovers on Fiverr to becoming a strategic marketing consultant who helps businesses effectively communicate their value propositions.

Building Personal Brands and Empowering Communities with Christian Ray Flores

5K views · 1y ago · 1:04:15

Guest: Christian Ray Flores

In this episode of the Grow Fast podcast, host Mark Shriner sits down with Christian Ray Flores, a remarkable entrepreneur, performance coach, and philanthropist who has lived in six countries across four continents.