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Before anyone takes your sales call, they’ve already met you. Well, they’ve met Google’s version of you. They’ve scrolled your LinkedIn. They’ve decided (in about 30 seconds) if you’re worth their time. Your reputation is already working, the question is, for you or against you? ? Check out our latest blog ?? ? https://lnkd.in/dPqQsNp9 #TeamFistBump #RevenueGrowth #ReputationManagement #CEOReputation #LinkedInStrategy #RevenueGrowth

Most CEOs aren’t invisible because they lack expertise they’re invisible because fear is keeping them quiet. And invisible CEOs? They’re sales preventers. The CEOs winning in 2025 know: Visibility → Reputation → Trust → Conversations → Revenue. But even the best leaders face these 5 fears. Check the carousel to see what’s holding you back, and how to move past it. #B2BLeadership #CEOVisibility #ReputationToRevenue #LinkedInForLeaders #TeamFistBump

If you’re focused on strengthening your reputation, turning visibility into meaningful sales opportunities, or enhancing your leadership presence, this week’s live shows offer valuable insights you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re scaling a business, refining your leadership skills, or navigating key career transitions, these conversations are designed to support your goals. Here’s a look at what’s coming up this week — pick your show (or shows) and come hang out ? Want to create content that actually brings in leads, not just likes? Join Mastering Modern Selling with Brandon Lee, Tom Burton, Carson V. Heady & James Buckley The Power of Live Selling: How to Build a Brand and Drive Sales ?? Wednesday at 3:30 PM EST James shares how live shows helped him build trust, grow his audience, and open the door to more sales conversations. ? Working in clinical research and want to stay ahead of what’s coming? Check out Beyond the Protocol with Melody Keel The Why, The Vision & What’s Ahead ?? Friday at 10:00 AM EST Melody’s kicking off her new show with a fresh look at the biggest challenges — and opportunities — shaping the future of clinical trials. ? Want to show up with more confidence and presence at work? Don’t miss The Habit Architect with Michael Cupps & Julie Jones From Poised to Powerful: Master Leadership Presence ?? Thursday at 11:00 AM EST Julie breaks down the small shifts that help you stand out, get noticed, and build influence — even early in your career. ? Tired of trade shows that feel like a waste of time? Tune into Event Marketer’s Toolbox with Chris Dunn, Caitlin Carey - Corporate Event Strategist & Jon Selig Why Humor Works: Engaging Attendees & Driving Better Conversations ?? Thursday at 12:00 PM EST Jon’s showing how humor helps you stand out, spark conversations, and make your booth the one people actually remember. ? Navigating a career curveball or life shift? Join Doing Good Is Simple with Chris Marlow & Andy Hooper A Life Interrupted: Finding Purpose in the Unexpected ?? Wednesday at 12:30 PM EST Andy shares how life’s unexpected turns can open doors you never saw coming, and how to lean into those moments with purpose. ? Scaling a business and wondering how to jump from side hustle to 8 figures? Check out In The Treehouse with Michael Conner, PMP, CSM & Alex Hodge From Side Hustle to 8-Figure Vision: The Entrepreneurial Path ?? Wednesday at 1:00 PM EST Alex went from driving a UPS truck to running a $5M+ civil development business, and he’s sharing the real story, including the tough lessons along the way. Which show are you adding to your calendar this week? Know a live show that’s worth watching? Drop it in the comments so we can check it out! #Leadership #SalesTips #CareerGrowth #LiveShows #DigitalReputation Links in the comments

Struggling to Build Influence or Drive Sales? This Week's Live Shows Have You Covered! ? If you’re struggling with building a reputation that drives easier sales, you can’t miss Mastering Modern Selling with Brandon Lee, Tom Burton and Carson V. Heady ? The Digital CEO: Building Reputation to Fuel Sales Pipeline (Wed, 3:30 PM EST) ? If you’re tired of chasing cold leads and want to attract the right buyers, tune in to In The Treehouse with Michael Conner, PMP, CSM ? The Influence Pipeline: Turning Digital Reputation into Revenue with Brandon Lee (Wed, 1:00 PM EST) ? If you’re a dentist facing lease decisions, save yourself a financial headache by watching Inside the Practice with Alan Hollander and Sarah Boylan, MBA ? What Every Dentist Needs to Know Before Signing a Lease with Rick Shandy (Fri, 2:00 PM EST) ? If your events are just one-offs and you want to make a lasting impact, check out Event Marketer's Toolbox with Chris Dunn and Caitlin Carey - Corporate Event Strategist ? Beyond One-Off Events: How to Build Impact with Liz Lathan, CMP (Fri, 4:00 PM EST) Which show are you hitting up this week to level up your influence and revenue? Got a live show we shouldn’t miss? Drop it in the comments! #Leadership #SalesGrowth #LinkedInTips #LiveShows #DigitalReputation

Ditch the Scripts, Build Real Connections We’re all tired of cold outreach that gets ignored. What if the problem isn’t how much you’re prospecting, but how you’re doing it? In this episode of Mastering Modern Selling, we’re sitting down with Larry Levine, author of Selling from the Heart, to reveal how to: Stand out to CEOs without sounding “salesy” Build trust and real connections (not just contacts) Fill your pipeline with people who actually want to talk to you What if the key to better prospecting was ditching the scripts? Tune in at 3:30 EST on?https://lnkd.in/d_JTUcsg #Prospecting2025 #RelationshipSelling #MasteringModernSelling #LinkedInLive #SalesLeadership #TrustBasedSelling #FistBump #B2BSales #BusinessGrowth

If you found a post valuable, then learned AI wrote it… does it still matter? Daniel Disney just called it, LinkedIn is turning into an AI echo chamber. ? AI writes the posts. ? AI writes the comments. ? AI engages with… other AI. The result? More noise. Less trust. Fewer real conversations. Even LinkedIn doesn’t know how to stop it. But here’s the thing—your buyers don’t care if you use AI. They care how you use it. The difference? Personal insight. Unique perspective. Real conversations. If you’re copy-pasting ChatGPT outputs, your audience knows. But if you’re using AI to enhance your insights, you win. Are you using AI in your LinkedIn strategy? How do you balance automation with authenticity? Drop your thoughts below. ?? Missed this episode with Daniel? Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/dM7smkrN #LinkedInMarketing #TeamFistBump #AIinBusiness #ContentStrategy #SocialSelling #AuthenticityMatters #TrustOverTransactions #RealConversations

You wouldn’t walk into a coffee shop, skip the handshake, and yell “BUY MY STUFF!” at a stranger. But somehow, on LinkedIn, people think that’s normal. The fastest way to lose a sale? Pitching before building trust. The best way to win? Start a real conversation first. Drop the worst cold pitch you’ve ever received in the comments—we could all use a laugh. ?? #LinkedInFails #SalesWithoutTheCringe #RelationshipSelling

??? Let’s talk about rejection—why does it feel so personal in sales? We’ve all been there. You put in the effort, craft the perfect pitch, and then… “Not interested.” or worse, ghosted. But what if rejection wasn’t something to fear? What if hearing “no” actually meant you were on the right track? In this episode of Mastering Modern Selling, we will sit down with Andrea Waltz, co-author of Go for No, to break down how shifting your mindset around rejection can level up the game. What if “no” was just part of the process instead of a dead end? Tune in at 3:30 EST on https://lnkd.in/dvFGEB3y to gain actionable insights and strategies for embracing rejection, building resilience, and turning more “no’s” into opportunities. #SalesLeadership #SalesSuccess #GoForNo #ModernSelling #LinkedInSales #SalesMindset #BusinessGrowth #B2BSales #SalesCoaching #Prospecting #RevenueGrowth

We think AI should make salespeople more efficient—but not more effective. Daniel Disney breaks it down: AI-generated content is flooding LinkedIn, but if it sounds robotic and looks generic, your prospects will scroll right past. AI should support your sales efforts, not replace the human touch. What do you think—AI helping or hurting sales? #SalesStrategy #AIinSales #StayHuman

Ever sat through a webinar and thought, "This could have been an email"? Yeah, not this time. We’re bringing real conversations with people who actually know their stuff. No fluff. No sales pitches. Just straight-up value you can use. Here’s what’s happening this week: ?? Tuesday, Feb 11 Is marketing feeling stale? Brandon Lee breaks down how to ditch the gimmicks and start conversations that actually lead to sales. (2:00 PM EST) ?? Wednesday, Feb 12 Tough leadership calls? Gregory Santini’s got you covered. (1:00 PM EST) Hearing "no" too much in sales? Andrea Waltz will show you how to flip rejection into revenue. (3:30 PM EST) ?? Thursday, Feb 13 Keeping great people is harder than ever. Dawn Scott breaks down leadership that actually works. (12:00 PM EST) Planning an event? Adam Centamore shares why food is your secret weapon. (12:00 PM EST) Which Live Show are you showing up for? Drop it in the comments ?? or tag someone who needs to be there. Seth Davies Michael Conner, PMP, CSM Tom Burton Carson V. Heady Brandon Lee Chris Dunn Sarah Boylan, MBA Alan Hollander Caitlin Carey - Corporate Event Strategist Shane Yount #B2BSales #Leadership #Marketing #LiveShow #Networking #BusinessGrowth