Connection Loop by Dubb

Whether you run a small startup or are in charge of a larger business, you undoubtedly recognize that sales are the lifeblood of any organization. Without sales, it’s impossible to reach your business goals. Having said this, how can we build and run world-class sales organizations (especially in a virtual-first world)? To learn more, Dubb founder Ruben Dua  sat down with Alice Heiman to disc...

Video content is powerful for so many reasons. You get to share your knowledge, build organic relationships with any type of audience, and even generate more sales. Even better, you may be able to unlock these benefits with only one video per week. To learn more, Dubb founder Ruben Dua sat down with Amanda Horvath in this episode of Connection Loop . Some of the many insights you will hear include...

We are all busy, whether we are the CEO of our startup or are the new hire at a large organization. Yet while we all do our best to stay alert amongst the busyness, it’s easy for us to get fatigued. Even if we are highly driven, fatigue can prevent us from reaching our goals. To learn more about the rabbit hole of fatigue, Dubb founder Ruben Dua sat down with Kenneth Newbill . Among the many insig...

When thinking about starting a new business or working for a young business, it’s easy to consider a digital startup. After all, these types of startups get many of the headlines. That said, there are many other opportunities to both solve pressing needs in the marketplace and build wealth at the same time. One of those opportunities comes from franchising. To learn more, Dubb founder Ruben Dua sa...

Living in a Covid-first world, many of us have needed to adjust to a remote-first world. Yet while we have needed to make these changes during a global pandemic, this idea of a virtual village and virtual workplace is here to stay. So how do you take advantage of the virtual workplace to win back your business, leverage your time, and accomplish your business goals? In this episode of Connection L...

We all want to become better, more effective leaders. At the same time, we want to work with our colleagues to pursue a higher calling. So how can we do both at the same time? In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb Creative Director Shannon Leonard and Jennifer Spor speak about leading up from a place of mission, vision, and purpose. Some of the insights and takeaways from this episode include...

Many of us want to build a larger audience and generate more enthusiasm for our products or services. This is true whether you are a solo creator or are the CEO of a large company. However, how can you actually gain influence and accomplish your sales or marketing goals? In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua discussed all things marketing and branding with Stephanie Saunders...

We all want our businesses to get larger. We want to serve more customers and provide even more value in their lives. That being said, how can we do this both efficiently and effectively? In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua sat down with Matt Coffy to talk about key tactics and strategies to grow and scale your business. Some of the many takeaways from this conversation inc...

Social media is one of the greatest tools to build long-term relationships with prospects and customers. In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb Creative Director Shannon Leonard sits down with Matt Wolff to discuss how to use social media to grow your business and reach your career goals. Some of the insights that you will hear in this episode include: When reaching out and connecting with othe...

Empathy is something that all of us know is important. After all, without empathy, it is impossible to relate to others and build long-term relationships with others. However, how can we become more empathetic and use that power to create more value for ourselves and others? In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua  sat down with Breanna Lynn to discuss all things empathy....

Salespeople have a difficult job. Not only do they have to meet their regular quotas, but they must deal with difficult prospects and demanding managers. That being said, there are steps you can take today to become a more effective and persuasive salesperson. In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua  sat down with Keenan to speak about sales in today’s world. Among the ins...

Are you looking to become a better leader in our rapidly changing world? If so, you are certainly in the right place. Leaders and would-be leaders today need to adapt to our new environment to more effectively lead their teams toward their business goals. In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua  spoke with Suzi Sosa about how we can embrace this new style of leadership in...

LinkedIn has become an extremely powerful way to connect with your audience, prospects, and customers. Having said this, many LinkedIn users don’t get as much from the platform as they should be getting. In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua  sat down with Brenda Meller to discuss how to enjoy a bigger slice of the LinkedIn pie. Insights shared in this episode include: T...

One of the most important themes in sales leadership is accountability. Any organization, whether it is a startup or multinational corporation, must have employees that take accountability for their actions. Even if they don’t believe that things are their fault, taking responsibility and accountability can help you and your colleagues develop a certain mindset that can accelerate your organizatio...

Simply put, we are living in the age of the side hustle. With only a computer and an Internet connection, you can create a product or service that provides significant value to others and generates substantial cash flow. While the road to side hustle success isn’t easy, your diligence, hard work, focus on product-market fit, and constant execution can lead you to the promised land. To learn more a...

No matter the size or sector of your business, it is essentially impossible to build a business by yourself. At a minimum, you must find talented and driven colleagues. But beyond that, business growth is about building relationships with clients, prospects, vendors, and others. While it takes some to create long-lasting and durable relationships, the benefits can last a lifetime. To learn more ab...

All of our businesses are looking for revenue growth. Without increasing sales, it is nearly impossible for our business to accomplish its goals. The good news is that there are many different ways to achieve revenue growth. One extremely effective strategy is brand-focused marketing. To learn more about how brand-focused marketing can help your business achieve more sales, Dubb founder Ruben Dua...

For all of us, life can be a scary thing. We take risks every day, whether that is investing our entire net worth into a business idea or are going to a podium to deliver a hugely important speech. The fear can be too much to bear. However, there are ways that we can acknowledge that fear and take action to accomplish our goals. To further discuss moving from fear to purpose-driven action, Dubb fo...

Video provides so many opportunities for individual creators and every type of business. That being said, some creators struggle to create video content. One reason happens to be imposter syndrome, the psychological force that prevents high-performers from achieving their goals. The good news is that you can fight this force when you are on video. In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder...

If you are a LinkedIn user, you have certainly received your fair share of connection requests. On the other side of the table, you may have submitted connection requests to new colleagues or cold prospects. Whether you are sending or receiving these connections, it is all too easy for the relationship to end. Rather than losing this opportunity, it’s critical to focus on transitioning into an org...

The modern-day workplace is mostly focused on profits and losses and maximizing shareholder value. This can create a real pressure-cooker environment, resulting in elevated stress and diminished employee morale. Small, medium, and large companies should instead be proactive and go beyond a dog-eat-dog work environment. Instead, they should prioritize empathy. In this episode of Connection Loop , D...

As we enter the new year, many of us are setting annual goals. While many of these goals are focused on the financials, it is also important to safeguard our mental health in 2021. In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb Director of Partnerships Toni Bubb speaks with Dale Dupree about sales, leadership, depression, and mental health. Some of the insights that you will hear in this episode includ...

Whether you just started your company or are working for a much larger organization, you likely have financial goals. While they are personal to you, there are some key principles that you can leverage and implement to reach those goals. In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb Creative Director Shannon Leonard sits down with Billy Alvaro to discuss how you can create unstoppable wealth. Among th...

If your company sells products or services to other businesses, it’s vital to understand your customer. Today’s B2B tech buyer is sophisticated and much different than in the past. So how do you connect with these B2B tech buyers and generate more sales? In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb Director of Partnerships Toni Bubb sits down with Vinay Bhagat , the founder, and CEO of TrustRadius ....

It is critical to think hard about the ways that you communicate with clients and prospects. Simply put, your words matter. They can make the difference between a lost sale and a recurring business. In this episode of Connection Loop , Dubb founder Ruben Dua  sat down with Francisco Mahfuz to discuss the power of story and why it should be included in your marketing work. Among the insights t...