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As a sales professional, finishing the year strong and starting the next one ahead of the competition is everything. In this episode, we share a proven blueprint for sales closers: how to wrap up deals before year-end, learn from past mistakes, forecast and prioritize Q1 opportunities, and maintain momentum through November. If you want to maximize your sales performance and set yourself up for record-breaking results, this episode is for you.

Today we’re talking about what it really takes to be a great podcast guest — from preparation and etiquette to follow-up and promotion. My guest, Noémi Beres, knows this process inside and out, and I’m excited to dig in because these are lessons every guest — and even hosts — can benefit from.

Nichole Daher is the founder of Success On The Spectrum, the first ABA therapy franchise in the U.S. After facing long waitlists and limited options for her own child, this autism mom turned her frustration into purpose — building a nationwide network of therapy centers focused on transparency, parent involvement, and evidence-based care. 👉 Tune in as we talk about turning personal challenges into meaningful impact, franchising for good, and building success that truly serves others.

Today on Your Partner In Success Radio, my guest is Jennifer Jensen, a leadership coach and author of Developing Authentic Leaders, a practical guide packed with 52 real-world lessons designed to help leaders grow with purpose and authenticity. Jennifer helps everyday managers break free from the middle-management trap to become leaders who inspire trust and bring out the best in their teams. Her approach goes beyond titles and resumes—she teaches how authenticity, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence translate into real leadership impact.

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Today on Your Partner In Success Radio with host Denise Griffitts, Pasha Knish, CEO of AMZ Optimized, shares how he turned a college side hustle into an eight-figure Amazon business. He reveals the strategies behind building premium brands, managing cash flow, handling negative reviews, and deciding when to scale with full-service support. With more than a decade of experience helping sellers grow through data-driven systems and human-centered marketing, Pasha explains what it really takes to stand out and succeed on Amazon today.

Today on The Closers Inner Circle Podcast with Denise Griffitts and Ben Gay III, we’re continuing our deep dive into what sales professionals should be focusing on in the final quarter of the year. We’re now working in The Closers Part 1, exploring the essential process of Reflection and Review — what worked, what didn’t, and how to reset for a stronger, more focused new year.

Success by Design: Defining Success Through Values, Habits, and the Choices That Shape Your Life In this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio, Lt. Col. Oakland McCulloch (U.S. Army, Ret.) shares how to define what success truly means for you, why returning to your values anchors every decision, and how self-discipline and habits sustain long-term growth. Drawing from over 40 years of leadership experience — including 23 years as a combat arms officer in the U.S. Army — Oak has led in combat, peacekeeping, and disaster relief operations, as well as in the corporate world. His message centers on integrity, accountability, and servant leadership. Oak helps leaders of all levels understand that leadership isn’t about rank or title — it’s about values, consistency, and the example you leave behind.

In this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio, host Denise Griffitts welcomes Jeraud Norman, who shares how he rebuilt his life after losing everything in a devastating accident. Jeraud designed a personal “Operating System” that blends identity work with conversational AI to help high-achievers break free from survival mode. He reveals what it takes to install new identity-level behaviors, align your systems with your goals, and let automation drive both balance and business success. His approach has helped clients generate over $100 million in revenue while transforming how leaders master themselves and their systems.

As the year winds down, many people start to slow their pace — but true closers see this season as their opportunity to accelerate. In this episode of The Closers Inner Circle Podcast, hosts Denise Griffitts and Ben Gay III dive into what it really means to finish strong. They explore how top performers review their progress, refocus their energy, and position themselves for a powerful start to the new year. You’ll learn practical ways to assess your results, stay motivated through the year’s final stretch, and maintain the kind of momentum that carries over into lasting success. Whether you’re in sales, business, or leadership, this conversation will help you close out the year with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

In this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio, Denise Griffitts welcomes Dr. R. Karl Hebenstreit, an organizational psychologist and leadership coach whose latest book, Explicit Expectations, offers a powerful guide to the management fundamentals every leader needs — but few are ever taught. Karl explains why newly promoted supervisors and seasoned managers alike often struggle without clear guidance, and how making expectations explicit (not assumed or implied) creates alignment, clarity, and trust across teams. Together, Denise and Karl discuss how organizations can prevent disengagement, miscommunication, and turnover by realigning expectations as business environments evolve. Listeners will come away with actionable tools to strengthen communication, enhance team performance, and lead with greater empathy and effectiveness.

In past episodes of The Closers Inner Circle Podcast, we’ve delved deep into the high-level strategies and advanced techniques found in The Closers Part 2. Now, it’s time to take a step back and spotlight the book that laid the foundation for modern sales mastery: The Closers Part 1 by Ben Gay III.​ This episode, we’re revisiting the original “blue book” that’s helped millions sharpen their closing skills, build unshakeable confidence, and adopt the winning mindset of a true sales professional. Tune in as we break down the classic lessons, proven closing methods, and timeless sales wisdom that launched a movement and shaped a generation of closers.

Matthew Montgomery is not just a NASA CHAPEA mission astronaut—he’s a dynamic force in both technology and storytelling. An accomplished hardware engineering consultant, Matthew has driven $100M product portfolios for giants like The Home Depot and Walmart. He’s also an award-winning filmmaker, director, and producer with over 20 years in the industry, acclaimed for creating compelling narratives that inspire and elevate. On this mission, Matthew brings his mastery of innovation, resilience, and leadership to tackle the challenges of Mars simulation and beyond.

Today on The Closers Inner Circle Podcast, Denise Griffitts and Ben Gay III explore how to read people, spot key signals, and adapt your sales style to different personalities—so you can build trust and close more effectively.

Your Partner In Success™ Radio with Denise Griffitts Guest: James T. Hamilton Topic: You Got In! Now What? 100 Insights into Finding Your Best Life In College Getting into college is just the beginning. What happens next determines whether students simply collect credits—or build an education for life. James T. Hamilton, Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Hearst Professor of Communication at Stanford University, joins Denise Griffitts to share insights from decades of teaching and mentoring. His book You Got In! Now What? offers strategies and stories to help students thrive academically, socially, and personally during their college years.

In this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio, Jonah and Jeremiah Dew of The Banking Bros explain the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) and how it helps families build lasting wealth, create cashflow, and protect financial legacy. We discuss their personal journey, The Save & Spend Strategy™, common misconceptions, and why financial education is the foundation of independence. And as we wrapped up, I had to laugh at myself. Right at the end, I got Jeremiah—JDew—mixed up with his brother Jonah, who couldn’t be here today. That’s when I realized I was channeling my late mother, who could never get our names straight when she was in a hurry. To this day, I’ll still answer to Denise, Diane, Debi—dammit, you know who you are!

In this episode of The Closers Inner Circle Podcast, Ben Gay III and Denise Griffitts explore the timeless sales lessons every veteran wishes they had shared with the next generation. From hard-earned mistakes to proven strategies, they highlight the wisdom young sales professionals need to shorten their learning curve and build lasting success. You’ll discover: Why the fundamentals of selling never go out of style The biggest lessons older sales pros wish they’d taught sooner Practical advice to help the next generation close smarter and faster

Today on Your Partner In Success Radio, I’m joined by Mark C. Siebert, CEO of the iFranchise Group and a leading authority in the world of franchising. With decades of experience guiding businesses through the process of expansion, Mark has helped companies determine if franchising is right for them, how to structure their systems, and how to scale successfully. He is also the author of Franchise Your Business, and his firm offers a rich library of resources and real-world expertise for entrepreneurs looking to grow.

In this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio, I welcomed Ken Banta, leadership advisor and founder of The Vanguard Network. Ken brings lessons from his book Seeing Around Corners and shares what it really takes to lead when the future feels uncertain. We talked about how leaders can guide their organizations through disruption and crisis, the role communication plays in keeping people aligned, and how to spot the signals of change before they arrive. Along the way, Ken points out common missteps executives make—and how to avoid them. Whether you’re leading a team of five or a global enterprise, you’ll walk away with practical ideas for making stronger decisions, building resilience, and showing up as the kind of leader people want to follow.