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Sales as Service
Tamara Smith
21 episodes
2 days ago
In a successful sales process, you actually spend the least amount of time selling. The real work happens long before the discovery call—when you’re shaping the story that speaks for you. In this episode, I sit down with Hersh Rephun, brand strategist, storyteller, and host of the Yes Brand podcast, to talk about how brand clarity and authentic messaging drive trust, connection, and conversion. Hersh’s “Holistic Brand Therapy” framework helps founders and creative agencies align who they are ...
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In a successful sales process, you actually spend the least amount of time selling. The real work happens long before the discovery call—when you’re shaping the story that speaks for you. In this episode, I sit down with Hersh Rephun, brand strategist, storyteller, and host of the Yes Brand podcast, to talk about how brand clarity and authentic messaging drive trust, connection, and conversion. Hersh’s “Holistic Brand Therapy” framework helps founders and creative agencies align who they are ...
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Marketing
Education,
Business,
Entrepreneurship,
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Episodes (20/21)
Sales as Service
Your True Self Sells: How Brand Alignment Builds Trust Before the First Call with Hersh Rephun
In a successful sales process, you actually spend the least amount of time selling. The real work happens long before the discovery call—when you’re shaping the story that speaks for you. In this episode, I sit down with Hersh Rephun, brand strategist, storyteller, and host of the Yes Brand podcast, to talk about how brand clarity and authentic messaging drive trust, connection, and conversion. Hersh’s “Holistic Brand Therapy” framework helps founders and creative agencies align who they are ...
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4 days ago
38 minutes

Sales as Service
Nobody’s Born a Closer: Why Sales Is a Skill and Not a Superpower with Joshua Schulman
Too many founders hold back from selling because they think they’re just not cut out for it. But today’s guest, Joshua Schulman, is here to challenge that belief. As a communication coach with a background in public speaking, acting, and even poker, Joshua helps entrepreneurs ditch the “natural salesperson” myth and replace it with real, repeatable skill. In this episode, we dig into why performance, not personality, drives sales confidence. Whether you're leading discovery calls, pitch...
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1 week ago
43 minutes

Sales as Service
Content That Converts: Why One Platform Is All You Need with Tajma VanBuren
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the things—posting here, showing up there, and still wondering why it’s not translating into sales—this episode is for you. I’m joined by podcast strategist and founder of iMoves Management, Tahjma VanBuren, for a conversation about what happens when you stop chasing every channel and start showing up with intention. We talk about how to shift from content overwhelm to focused creation, and why building consistency on one platform—like podcasting—can ...
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2 weeks ago
33 minutes

Sales as Service
Your Website Should Be Closing for You: Messaging Tips with Krista Walsh
Revenue isn’t just about reach—it’s about clarity. In this episode, I’m joined by website messaging expert Krista Walsh to talk about how your website can actually support your sales process. We explore the shift from “here’s who I am” copy to content that meets your clients where they are—specifically in the moment they’re ready to hire. Whether you’re running a creative agency, coaching business, or service-based consultancy, this is your reminder that a beautiful website isn’t enough. You ...
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3 weeks ago
32 minutes

Sales as Service
Profitability 101: Turning Sales Wins into Sustainable Growth with Chris Ortega
Revenue looks great on paper—but is it turning into profit you can actually use? I’m joined by Chris Ortega, CEO of Fresh FP&A, to unpack the habits and small decisions that make the difference. We dig into the two numbers every owner should watch each week, the sneaky places profit leaks (and how to plug them), and a few simple cash moves you can start this month to pay yourself, support your team, and fund your next smart bet. Key Takeaways: Track your non-negotiables: cash burn ...
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1 month ago
42 minutes

Sales as Service
You Deserve to Get Paid: Building a Sales Funnel that Honors Your Value with Réland Logan
So many of us start our businesses with big hearts and a drive to serve—only to find ourselves uncomfortable (even apologetic) when it comes time to charge for our work. In this episode, I’m joined by Reland Logan, founder of Gray Digital Marketing and creator of the Luxe Invite Framework. We unpack what it looks like to build a sales funnel where every step is paid, why confidence is often the missing link in pricing, and how to reframe your first offer as a preview of your brillianc...
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1 month ago
31 minutes

Sales as Service
Your List Is Your Leverage: Simple, Organic Ways to Grow Your Email List with Tracy Beavers
If you've been telling yourself you'll "get serious about email marketing" someday—this is the episode to make that day today. In this conversation, I’m joined by Tracy Beavers, Visibility & List Growth Strategist and host of the Create Online Business Success podcast. Tracy helps business owners build simple, organic systems that grow their email list and generate leads every day—without relying on paid ads or complicated funnels. We dig into the why behind list building, what’s actually...
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1 month ago
33 minutes

Sales as Service
Sales vs Marketing: Why You Need Both for Growth with Shannon Kinney
Most small business owners wrestle with the same question: is it a sales problem or a marketing problem? I recently recorded our very first Sales as Service LIVE office hours - and Shannon Kinney, Founder & CEO of Dream Local Digital, joined me to dig into exactly that. Shannon brings more than 30 years of leadership experience building scalable digital strategies for brands like LinkedIn, Google, eBay, and Microsoft. Since founding Dream Local Digital in 2009, she’s helped thousands of s...
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2 months ago
34 minutes

Sales as Service
Stop Selling to Everyone: Build a Brand that Filters for Fit with Jamie Cox
You don’t need more leads - you need the right ones. In this episode, I sat down with Jamie Cox, a Nashville-based brand and marketing strategist who helps B2B service providers get off the content hamster wheel by getting crystal clear on who they serve - and just as importantly, who they don’t. Jamie’s approach to brand strategy isn’t about logos or color palettes. It’s about making your brand a filter. One that calls in the work you actually want to do and creates enough of a point o...
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2 months ago
40 minutes

Sales as Service
Turning One Conversation Into a Content Engine with Jess Milanes
When Studio Three 49 shifted from all-things digital to a focus on sales systems, I ran right into the same inconsistency many of my clients face - a thin digital footprint. Blogging felt like a slog. Video was a hard no. But talking? That I could do. In this episode, I’m joined by Jess Milanes, founder of KNWN, a boutique agency that helps founders turn one recorded conversation into a full content ecosystem. She’s also our podcast producer - and the person who helped me shift my mindset fro...
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2 months ago
37 minutes

Sales as Service
Gratitude Is a Growth Strategy: Building Stronger Customer Journeys with Sloane Scott
When we talk about scaling a service business, we often focus on tactics, funnels, and conversion rates. But what if the real lever for growth was… gratitude? In this episode of Sales as Service, I’m joined by Sloane Scott—Chaos Pilot and strategic advisor to 80+ founder-led businesses, including more than 30 that scaled to exit. We talk about what it actually looks like to weave gratitude into your customer journey from first touch to long-term retention. This is more than saying “thank you....
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3 months ago
31 minutes

Sales as Service
Networking With Intention in the Age of Automation with Andrew Brummer
In this week's episode of Sales as Service, I'm joined by Andrew Brummer, CEO of The Ardunan Village and author of the insightful book, You Decide. Andrew brings a refreshing perspective to networking and relationship-building, emphasizing authenticity, intentionality, and genuine human connection—particularly on LinkedIn. Andrew shares his personal journey, from navigating career uncertainties to discovering his true strengths in relationship-building and mentorship. He reveals how embracing...
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4 months ago
26 minutes

Sales as Service
How to Find Clients Who Just Get It - Sales Lessons from Carl Cleanthes from Epic Made
In this episode, I chat with Carl Cleanthes, sales strategist and founder known for revolutionizing the approach to ethical selling. Carl shares how integrating authenticity and empathy into sales processes transforms interactions from transactional to relational, fostering genuine long-term partnerships. Drawing from his extensive background working with Fortune 500 companies, Carl explains how traditional sales techniques often undermine trust and provides practical strategies for bui...
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4 months ago
42 minutes

Sales as Service
From Profile to Profit: Personal Branding on LinkedIn That Converts with Natasha Walstra
In this episode, I talk with Natasha Walstra, founder of NearPoint Strategies, about how business owners, especially introverts, can leverage LinkedIn to build genuine relationships and grow their business without feeling salesy. Natasha shares her journey from struggling with cold calling as a sales development rep to discovering how authentic engagement and strategic personal branding on LinkedIn can turn the platform into a revenue engine. She emphasizes the importance of optim...
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5 months ago
27 minutes

Sales as Service
Your Process Problem Is a Sales Problem - Here’s How to Fix It with Devin Lee
In this episode, I talk with Devin Lee, systems strategist and the Founder behind helping overwhelmed business owners create custom processes that simplify operations. Devin specializes in transforming chaos into clarity, enabling businesses to scale efficiently without hitting plateaus. She shares her expertise in streamlining workflows, automating tasks, and implementing effective delegation strategies to enhance client experience and boost revenue. Devin dives into her journey from profess...
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5 months ago
28 minutes

Sales as Service
Beyond the Like: Using Social Media to Attract, Engage and Convert with Amber Irwin
In this episode, I chat with Amber Irwin from Social Speak Network about transforming your social media presence into a powerful, strategic tool for business growth. Amber shares her effective method for maximizing productivity: dedicating just one hour per day to create impactful short-form videos that fuel your content strategy across multiple platforms. Amber emphasizes the importance of treating yourself as a client, scheduling time specifically to work "on" your business, and staying com...
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6 months ago
32 minutes

Sales as Service
Sharpening Your Sales Process: Lessons from Brandon Rush with Small Axe Sales
In this episode, I sit down with Brandon Rush, founder and CEO of Small Axe Sales, to talk about transforming traditional sales into authentic service-driven relationships. Brandon shares how Small Axe Sales helps businesses shift from transactional selling to building meaningful connections, enhancing long-term customer loyalty and sustainable growth. We get into Brandon’s journey from high-pressure corporate sales environments to creating his own methodology that emphasizes empathy, active ...
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6 months ago
29 minutes

Sales as Service
The Founder’s Guide to Doing Less & Growing More with Emily Dean
In this episode, I talk with Emily Dean, founder and lead strategist at Bolt & Bloom, about how female founders can scale their businesses past $1 million without burning out. Emily shares how she helps women entrepreneurs who've hit a growth wall create sustainable systems that support both profit and wellbeing. After 15 years in corporate marketing with brands like MTV, Nickelodeon, and Paramount Global, she saw firsthand how hustle culture was taking a toll, and now helps founders rebu...
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7 months ago
27 minutes

Sales as Service
Selling Without Selling: Leveraging Podcast Guesting & LinkedIn Engagement for Business Growth with Elizabeth Howell
In this episode, I talk with Elizabeth Howell, owner of Howell Media, about the power of organic marketing for small business owners and solopreneurs. Elizabeth shares how she helps entrepreneurs fight marketing indecision by focusing on just two powerful strategies: LinkedIn and podcast guesting. As someone with extensive media experience, she discovered this combination gives the biggest return on time investment without requiring a massive budget. Key takeaways: Combine podcast guesting wi...
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7 months ago
24 minutes

Sales as Service
Turning Conversations into Clients with Nelson Dickson
In this episode, I talk with Nelson Dickson, founder of C3 Creations, about the power of relationships in sales. Nelson shares how he built his marketing brokerage by focusing on genuine connections rather than transactions. As a self-described introvert, he changed his approach to networking by asking "How can I help?" instead of "What can I get?" Key takeaways: 60-70% of Nelson's business comes from referralsShift your mindset from collecting business cards to making real connectionsGive mo...
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8 months ago
19 minutes

Sales as Service
In a successful sales process, you actually spend the least amount of time selling. The real work happens long before the discovery call—when you’re shaping the story that speaks for you. In this episode, I sit down with Hersh Rephun, brand strategist, storyteller, and host of the Yes Brand podcast, to talk about how brand clarity and authentic messaging drive trust, connection, and conversion. Hersh’s “Holistic Brand Therapy” framework helps founders and creative agencies align who they are ...