Call The Damn Leads

There's just something about real ones that makes you lean in—and that's exactly what you're getting in today's episode with my man Johnny Buck . He's a fighter, a hustler, and a guy who's made it his mission to win in business the same way he won on the mat: with relentless effort, unapologetic truth, and no patience for excuses. From running an MMA gym during COVID lockdowns to building a multi-...

"If you want to change your life, call the damn lead—and solve a problem bigger than you." – Travis Fox     🎙️ Show Notes In this hard-hitting episode of Call The Damn Leads , I'm joined by the high-energy force that is Travis Fox —clinical psychologist, master NLP trainer, and now, revolutionary real estate developer shaking up the housing game in America. We go deep on why selling is just solvin...

 "Invest in yourself so deeply that you can get out of the way and truly be in service to others." – David C. Olcott     🎙️ Show Notes In this mind-expanding episode of Call The Damn Leads, I sit down with David C. Olcott, Master NLP Trainer, high-ticket sales expert, and founder of Samurai Success. David unpacks the hidden power of subconscious programming and how congruency—between what you beli...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , I sit down with Nikki Lindgren , founder of paid media agency PENOC , who brings the heat with real-world insights on scaling e-commerce brands—without burning through ad budgets. Nikki shares hard-won lessons on how getting crystal clear on your messaging, metrics, and market can make or break your agency or product-based business. From simplifying your pi...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , I sit down with Marie Torossian , a CPA turned marketing-savvy business coach, who shares how she transformed her sales game by treating every conversation like a coaching session. Marie takes us behind the scenes of building two businesses, managing a team, and becoming the trusted voice accountants turn to for branding, systems, and sales support. We talk...

On this high-energy episode of Call The Damn Leads, I sit down with Matt Diamante —founder of Hey Tony Agency and a marketing machine who knows exactly how to turn attention into revenue. Matt's journey from playing acoustic guitar on street corners to running a 16-person content agency is packed with real talk and tactical gold. We dig into how marketing and sales can stop butting heads and start...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , I sit down with the powerhouse behind The Visible CEO , Crissy Conner. From a self-proclaimed introvert to a high-visibility content machine, Crissy shares the real-deal secrets to building a brand that gets attention , creates connection , and actually converts into clients. We dig into the power of authenticity, why conviction crushes AI scripts every tim...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , I sit down with Becky Heidesch —a lifelong entrepreneur , executive recruiter , and published author —who shares how she carved out her own lane across multiple industries with one consistent skill: the ability to sell. Becky's career is a masterclass in pivoting with purpose. From launching a women's sports magazine to building an executive search firm, sh...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , I sit down with a man who's walked the walk— Nathan Newberry. From leading as a pastor to running a marketing agency, then crushing high-ticket sales and managing elite sales teams, Nathan brings a deeply grounded yet tactical perspective on what it really takes to win in this game. If you're serious about building a sales career that actually feels good AN...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , I'm joined by the founder of PodMatch and a true advocate for servant leadership in sales— Alex Sanfilippo . From closing six-figure deals with Texas good ol' boys to launching one of the most powerful guest-host matchmaking platforms in the podcasting world, Alex's story is proof that relationships built on value always win. We dive deep into the unexpecte...

In this episode of Call The Damn Lead s, I sit down with Dr. Christiane Schroeter — professor, entrepreneur, author , and creator of the Petite Practice Framework . With over 10,000 students under her belt, Christiane has seen it all, taught it all, and now she's sharing her best insights on what really drives success in sales. From hilarious prototype disasters to practical, bite-sized strategies...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads, I sit down with Mariana Henninge r, founder of Brand Magnetic , to talk about the overlooked secret to faster sales—building a magnetic brand that creates trust instantly. Mariana brings the 🔥 as we dive into why your About Page matters more than your sales funnel, how to stop being another block of shredded cheese in a wall of sameness, and why most market...

In this powerful episode of Call The Damn Leads , I sit down with entrepreneur, speaker, and mindset coach Jake Smolarek —a man who showed up in the UK with £150 in his pocket and built a multimillion-dollar empire from grit , sales skills , and smart strategy . Jake breaks down how he accidentally launched a window business (and won the job!) by quoting a random high number… that ended up being t...

What happens when the U.S. Army hits your inbox with a multimillion-dollar real estate request? If you're Schuyler Williamson, you say yes, act fast, and close the deal with calm, confident leadership. In this episode, I sit down with Schuyler —West Point grad, real estate expert, and author of The Steady Leader. We dive deep into what it means to serve instead of sell, how to leverage LinkedIn fo...

Sales pros, this one's going to hit you deep in the feels and your CRM . I sat down with Genevieve Skory —a real one in the game when it comes to emotional intelligence , authenticity , and helping people actually get the results they want. We didn't just skim the surface. We got real about how people buy, how AI is changing the sales game (for better or worse), and why that gut feeling you get wh...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , I sit down with franchise veteran and business builder Roger Martin —a man who's sold everything from $200 gym memberships to $15 million contracts. But what sets Roger apart isn't just his resume—it's the raw, unshakable belief he brings to every conversation. Roger shares one of the wildest launch stories I've ever heard: opening a fitness studio with no...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads, I'm joined by master communicator and sales expert Dale Kershner . Dale brings over four decades of experience in studying human behavior , persuasion , and the psychology behind communication. He shares some wildly insightful stories—like getting kicked out of a lumber mill for being overdressed—and drops straight-up tactical wisdom for leveling up your sal...

"Someday is not a day. You have to pick a date and go all in on your freedom." In this powerful solo episode, recorded on his 38th birthday, Drewbie Wilson reflects on the 20-year journey from being an overweight, underachieving high school grad to building a life of freedom, travel, and purpose. In honor of Independence Day, Drewbie pulls back the curtain on the grit, setbacks, and relentless sel...

In this powerhouse episode of Call The Damn Leads , I sit down with Nathan Jamail —speaker, coach, and author of The Sales Leader Playbook—to break down the difference between just being in sales and becoming a true sales professional. Nathan pulls zero punches when it comes to calling out the truth: too many salespeople are relying on talent and not enough on discipline. We dig into: Why practice...

In this powerful episode of Call The Damn Leads , I chop it up with Karen Roberts , a straight-shooting business mentor and media expert who's been helping entrepreneurs monetize their message and scale their impact—without selling their soul. Karen pulls back the curtain on how she built a thriving coaching business by staying authentic, asking the right questions, and helping others show up with...

On this episode of Call The Damn Leads , I had the pleasure of talking with Whitney Stowell , a seasoned business development and sales expert, about the power of branding , trust , and strategic sales growth . Whitney breaks down why successful sales teams, much like elite sports teams, spend more time practicing than performing. Before you can effectively sell to customers, you need to deeply un...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads , I sit down with Devin Sizemore , a master connector and sales strategist, to talk about how relationship-building , follow-up , and focusing on what you can control can transform your sales game. Devin shares incredible stories from his career, including how long-term follow-up turned a lost deal into his wealthiest client ever. We cover: ✅ The fortune in...

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads, I sit down with Brett Gallant , a cybersecurity expert and sales pro, to break down how sales and security both rely on trust, consistency, and follow-up. From selling ice cream as a kid to closing cybersecurity deals, Brett shares how his early sales lessons shaped his business success today. We cover: ✅ Why fortunes are made in the follow-up ✅ How to cre...

In this episode of Call the Damn Leads , I sit down with marketing strategist and sales pro Jade Scherr , who has mastered the art of keeping it simple in sales—and getting incredible results. Jade shares how she uses six words or less to get prospects to spill their pain points and how sending fresh cookies helps her close deals. We also dive into why so many salespeople overcomplicate the proces...

"Sales is simple, but it's not easy. The process will set you free." – Ben Brown Sales isn't about winging it. It's about discipline, patience, and process. If you've ever wondered why your deals stall, your prospects ghost you, or your close rate is inconsistent, it's probably because you're breaking the rules of sales success. That's why I was pumped to have Ben Brown on Call The Damn Leads. Ben...