Call The Damn Leads

In this episode, Drewbie Wilson sits down with entrepreneur Jason Bowen to break down the realities of scaling businesses, hiring the right people, and avoiding the trap of chasing too many opportunities too soon. Jason shares wild real-world stories—from door-to-door sales to managing hundreds of employees—while diving deep into what actually drives long-term success in business. They unpack: Whe...

In Episode 194, Drewbie Wilson sits down with mortgage veteran John "Money" McKinley to unpack decades of real-world sales experience—from the chaos of the 2008 Financial Crisis to today's hyper-digital marketplace. John shares a wild (and unforgettable) story about a client's over-the-top letter to underwriting—and the deeper lesson behind it: people will do whatever it takes to survive—and your...

In Episode 193, Drewbie sits down with Jason Donapel to unpack a modern truth most sales professionals are still catching up to: Sales isn't just about calling leads anymore — it's about creating an ecosystem of trust across multiple channels. Jason shares his journey from working in an e-commerce warehouse to becoming a leading expert in email and SMS marketing. Along the way, he reveals how he c...

In Episode 192, Drewbie sits down with Corey Wayne to unpack a truth most sales professionals underestimate: relationships are the real currency in sales. Corey shares how doing the right thing—referring a client out instead of closing them—came full circle and turned into multiple high-value deals and referrals worth millions. From cold-calling at 17 to grinding his way through New York's competi...

In Episode 191, Drewbie sits down with Jorge Chavez to challenge one of the biggest misconceptions in sales: closing the deal should never be the goal. Jorge breaks down a powerful shift from traditional selling to what he calls buyer facilitation—where your role isn't to push a "yes," but to uncover the truth and help prospects make the right decision. From redefining what "winning" actually mean...

In Episode 190, Drewbie sits down with Jacquelyn Goldberg to unpack the power of persistence, self-awareness, and the evolving role of AI in sales. Jacquelyn shares a powerful story of flying to Miami knowing she lost the deal—only to win it back through presence, curiosity, and strategic questioning. From navigating self-doubt to building authentic relationships, this episode is packed with real-...

In Episode 189, Drewbie Wilson sits down with Walter Crosby to unpack one of the wildest sales stories ever shared on the show—featuring a high-stakes commercial real estate deal that escalated to a gun being pulled mid-meeting. But beyond the shocking story, Walter delivers decades of hard-earned wisdom on reading the room, adapting your communication style, and mastering the human side of sales....

In Episode 188, Drewbie Wilson sits down with Ricardo Torres to unpack one of the boldest entrepreneurial moves you'll ever hear: Closing a $3.4 million real estate deal—with no money. Ricardo shares his journey from liquidating his 401(k) to buy an apartment complex, to facing massive pressure when he had to raise $1.1 million with zero capital in the bank. What followed was a crash course in sal...

In Episode 187, Drewbie Wilson sits down with Carl Richardson to break down a powerful lesson every business owner needs to hear: you don't need perfection—you need visibility. Carl shares how a single, simple YouTube video—shot without fancy production—turned into a $150,000 deal and eventually generated over $1 million in revenue. The conversation dives into the real reason most business owners...

In Episode 186, Drewbie Wilson sits down with Steven Lopez to unpack one of the most common struggles in sales: Call reluctance—and how to finally break through it. Steven shares a raw "before and after" story from early in his career—when frustration took over on a call—and contrasts it with the growth he's experienced through coaching, structure, and intentional practice. The conversation dives...

In Episode 185, Drewbie Wilson sits down with returning guest Paul Childers to expose a hard truth most entrepreneurs learn the painful way: Access to money isn't the problem—how you access it is. Paul pulls back the curtain on the world of business credit, lending, and the dangerous traps that catch business owners when they're trying to grow fast. From high-interest loans to daily payment cycles...

Not every closed deal is a win… and Gil Vaisman learned that the hard way. In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , Drewbie Wilson sits down with Gil to unpack one of the most painful lessons in sales: closing the wrong client. From overcommitting and ignoring red flags… to building a business around data, marketing alignment, and ideal clients, this episode is packed with real talk for anyone ser...

What if your next big client came while you were grocery shopping? In this episode, Danielle Hutchinson shares how a random phone call in the middle of her day turned into a high-pressure, high-reward project—and the powerful lesson behind being ready for opportunity at any moment. From ghostwriting a 60,000-word book in just ONE WEEK to helping clients build authority through books, podcasts, and...

In Episode 182 of  Call The Damn Leads , Drewbie Wilson sits down with real estate professional Sheila Howell to discuss a topic rarely talked about in sales—personal safety. From meeting strangers in vacant homes to navigating unpredictable client behavior, Sheila shares a powerful story that highlights why awareness, preparation, and boundaries are critical in real estate. Beyond safety, this ep...

Most salespeople lose deals not because of price… but because they fail to truly understand their customer. In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , Drewbie Wilson sits down with Justin Dickinson to break down real-world sales lessons—from losing a major account over something small, to mastering client awareness, confidence, and decision-making in high-stakes environments. If you've ever struggle...

Most salespeople struggle to generate consistent, high-quality leads—and even when they do, they don't always convert. The problem isn't just sales… it's how marketing and sales work together. In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , Drewbie Wilson sits down with Joshua Ramsey to break down how disruptive marketing , better hooks , and smarter follow-up can dramatically increase your sales results...

Struggling to get consistent leads and close more deals? Most sales professionals overlook one of the most powerful growth strategies—referrals. If you're tired of chasing cold leads and hearing "no," this episode will change how you approach sales forever. In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , Drewbie Wilson sits down with Mike Ritzema to break down real-world sales strategies that actually wo...

Most people are afraid to talk to strangers — especially in sales. But what if the very thing you're avoiding is the skill that could change your entire career? In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , Drewbie Wilson sits down with James Donovan to talk about his journey from knocking doors in Australia as a backpacker to building his own marketing business. This conversation dives deep into confi...

In Episode 177, Drewbie Wilson sits down with CPA and entrepreneur Chad Brown to uncover a powerful truth most salespeople overlook: The best sales don't feel like sales at all. Chad shares how a simple, no-pressure conversation led to a client receiving over $270,000 in tax credits—without pitching, closing, or forcing anything. From there, the conversation dives deep into: Why overcomplicating y...

In Episode 176, Drewbie Wilson sits down with entrepreneur and marketing strategist Chris Dewilde to break down a wild (and hilarious) sales story that proves skill beats circumstance every time. At just 23 years old, Chris closed four back-to-back deals totaling $120,000 in one day—while unknowingly wearing two completely different shoes and covered in spilled coffee. But this episode goes far de...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads, I sit down with Vance Morris , a Disney-trained customer experience expert, entrepreneur, and master of creative marketing. Vance shares one of the most unconventional prospecting stories I've ever heard — mailing random car parts to a dealership GM just to get his attention. It worked. That meeting turned into a client relationship that has generated more t...

In Episode 174, Drewbie sits down with entrepreneur and strategist Scott McElroy to unpack one of the most intense moments of his entrepreneurial journey — the moment his 10-year dream of owning a car wash nearly collapsed at the closing table. After years of planning, building, branding, hiring employees, and even opening the business to customers, Scott received a shocking call from the bank: th...

In Episode 173, Drewbie sits down with private transportation entrepreneur Frank Miulli to break down a powerful truth many sales professionals overlook: Elite service creates elite opportunities. Frank shares the behind-the-scenes reality of serving high-profile and VIP clients, where small details — from posture to music selection — can make or break long-term relationships. From driving celebri...

In Episode 172, Drewbie sits down with Alan Stern to unpack one of the most creative and effective organic marketing strategies used by modern sales professionals: The HEAT Method. Alan shares the story that changed his entire relationship with money and selling — the first time he spoke on stage to 150 people and made a simple $300 offer that generated 15 buyers instantly. That moment opened his...

In Episode 171, Drewbie sits down with entrepreneur Chris Garrison to unpack the gritty reality of building a business from the ground up—starting with nothing but hustle, consistency, and the willingness to say yes to opportunity. Chris shares the story of launching his cleaning business while completely broke, knocking on commercial doors, and learning new services on the fly—including watching...