The Fast Slow Motion Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In episode 040, Sam Donaghey sits down with Zack Terry, Director of AI at Fast Slow Motion, to break down everything you need to know about the Salesforce Summer ’25 Release. Zack unpacks the latest features and updates—from retiring API versions and the final phase-out of Process Builder to big changes in Revenue Cloud, Einstein Activity Capture, and Agentforce. He also explores...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 039, Fast Slow Motion’s Eric Housh talks with Shiv Narayanan, founder of How to SaaS and author of Exit Ready Marketing , about the four most common marketing mistakes companies make and how to fix them. Shiv breaks down how to rethink strategy, focus, budget, and team structure to drive growth. He also shares the Pyramid of Sophistication, a practical framework for bui...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 038, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson sit down with Jonathan B. Smith—EOS implementer and master negotiator with The Black Swan Group—to talk about what really drives business growth and better communication. Jonathan shares the five frustrations that hold businesses back, how EOS helps teams break through ceilings, and why tactical empathy is the key to making better d...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 037, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson sit down with Gabrielle Bosché—TEDx speaker, author, and co-founder of The Purpose Company—to unpack what “purpose” really means and how to align it with your work and life. Gabrielle shares a clear, practical framework for discovering your purpose, explains why it’s not about chasing passion or making a big career change, and offer...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 036, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson sit down with Vistage Master Chair and leadership coach Kurt Graves to explore what it really takes to grow as a leader—personally and professionally. Kurt shares powerful lessons on vulnerability, values, and the mindset shift required to scale well. Whether you're a CEO, founder, or future executive, you’ll hear candid storie...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 035, Sam Donaghey is joined by sales advisor and former Fast Slow Motion leader Barry Thomason to explore how service firms can train delivery teams to drive internal sales—without feeling pushy or salesy. Barry shares why internal sales is essential for sustainable growth, how delivery teams can spot and act on opportunities, and why selling the right way is just anoth...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 034, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson are joined by Derrick Mains—also known as The Process Fixer—to explore one of the most overlooked growth tools in business: process. Derrick shares how mapping, measuring, and mobilizing your team around better processes can unlock innovation, drive profitability, and help leaders build a business that runs smoothly without burning...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 033, Sam Donaghey sits down with Michael Smith, Director of People at Fast Slow Motion, for part three of our series on hiring superstars—this time, focusing on what happens after the hire. Michael shares how FSM approaches onboarding with intention, starting before day one and continuing through the first several months with coaching, culture-building, and real-time fe...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 032, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson sit down with George Appling, entrepreneur, author, and Vistage chair, to discuss building a business that aligns with personal passion. George shares how he transitioned from corporate leadership to launching Sherwood Forest Faire, the lessons he learned about timing, self-awareness, and intentionality, and how he built businesses...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 031, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson sit down with John Barnhart, CIO of American Cast Iron Pipe Company, to explore how technology is shaping the future of manufacturing. John shares how American Cast Iron Pipe is leveraging AI, automation, and data integration to drive efficiency, improve decision-making, and stay ahead in a competitive industry. He also dives into t...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 030, Sam Donaghey talks with Zack Terry, Fast Slow Motion’s Director of AI, about the key updates in Salesforce’s Spring ‘25 release and what they mean for businesses. Zack shares how Agentforce, the rebranded Einstein Copilot, is expanding AI-driven automation for sales and service teams. They discuss multilingual support, AI-powered service enhancements, and new admin...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 029, John Burdett continues his conversation with Billy Claunch, VP of Sales and Marketing at Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus, to dive deeper into how Brindlee leveraged Salesforce. Billy shares how Brindlee cut their financial close time from 60 days to mere hours, improved visibility across the business, and empowered leadership to make faster, smarter decisions. The...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 028, John Burdett is joined by Billy Claunch, VP of Sales and Marketing at Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus, to discuss how Brindlee scaled to become the largest used fire truck dealer in the Western Hemisphere. Billy reveals how Salesforce helped them manage 50 websites and 2,000 trucks annually—with the same staff that once handled 100 trucks and one website. They sha...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 027, Sam Donaghey is joined by Fast Slow Motion’s Max Bevan and HubSpot’s Jack Coopersmith to explore how HubSpot’s Commerce Hub transforms operations for small and medium-sized businesses. They discuss reducing friction in the sales process, enabling faster payments, and leveraging unified data for smarter decision-making. Jack shares how Commerce Hub empowers business...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 026 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, Sam Donaghey sits down with Todd Coder, FSM’s Director of Partnerships, and Salesforce Area VP Jeff Roy to explore how Salesforce helps growing businesses scale efficiently. Drawing from Jeff’s experience as both a Salesforce executive and customer, they discuss the importance of consolidating systems for a unified customer view, lev...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 025 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, Sam Donaghey is joined by Fast Slow Motion’s Director of People, Michael Smith, to look back at the best moments and key insights from season one. Together, they reflect on how to build a business you love while enjoying your life, highlighting impactful conversations from the season. Drawing from episodes featuring FSM leaders and i...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 024 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, Sam Donaghey is joined by Fast Slow Motion’s CTO, Chad Seales, to dive into the transformative power of system integration. They discuss how integration serves as a critical engine for automation, visibility, and scalable business growth when built on a foundation of well-defined processes. Drawing from real-world examples, Chad shar...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 023 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, Sam Donaghey is joined by Fast Slow Motion's founder and CEO, John Burdett, to discuss the transformative impact of well-designed compensation systems. They explore how such systems serve as a crucial alignment tool within a company, creating a meritocracy where employees are empowered to excel without micromanagement.  Drawing...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 022 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, delve into the latest Salesforce 2025 release with host Sam Donaghey and Zack Terry, Senior Solution Architect at Fast Slow Motion. Discover how the new features and updates can transform your approach to managing key accounts and enhance your sales strategies. This episode explores several innovative updates, including improvements...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 021 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, Sam Donaghey is joined by Fast Slow Motion’s Director of People, Michael Smith, and Chief Operating Officer, Matt Dyar, to discuss the importance of a well-structured hiring process in this part two episode.  Learn how skills-based assignments, culture interviews, and scalable recruitment frameworks can help you find and hire top tal...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 020 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, join Sam Donaghey, the Recruiting Director at Fast Slow Motion, as he shares insights from part one of a series on hiring superstars. Dive into the values-based recruitment strategy that balances the needs of both the company and candidates, promoting long-term success and satisfaction for both parties. Discover actionable strategies...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 019 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, Michael Johnson explores how business leaders can ingeniously solve scaling challenges by implementing the Scalable Business Framework. Dive into this part two episode to learn the essential elements of processes, automation, and visibility, which are crucial for overcoming growth obstacles and achieving seamless operations. Gain ins...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 018 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, Michael Johnson explores the essentials of the Scalable Business Framework, a strategic model crucial for business growth. Learn about integrating processes, automation, and visibility to streamline operations and enhance business scalability. Dive into practical insights on how to structure your business for efficient scaling, with...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 017 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast, Zane Tarence and John Burdett return to dive deeper into the crucial role of company culture in attracting and retaining A-players. Explore how establishing rigorous standards and a people-centric approach not only nurtures talent but also drives investment-grade business growth. Discover actionable strategies for creating a robust o...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 016 of the Fast Slow Motion Podcast, join host Sam Donaghey as he explores the intricacies of building an investment-grade business with Zane Tarence, Partner and Managing Director of Founders Advisors, and John Burdett, founder of Fast Slow Motion. Dive deep into the critical factors that make a company attractive to investors, including the importance of recurring rev...