We’re shaking things up today with Helen Fanucci, CEO and Founder of Pipeline Power, taking the reins as the Market Dominance Guys host. Helen engages Chris Beall in a thought-provoking exploration of dormant leads – those overlooked opportunities that could be gold mines for your business. Chris reveals a startling statistic: “91% of $18 billion is wasted” on leads that never get a conversation. This episode uncovers how this massive waste could be your next big opportunity. Helen and Chris dissect the challenges of following up on inbound leads and discuss innovative strategies to breathe life into these sleeping giants of sales potential.

This commentary on Success Beneath the Surface delves into the critical career decisions that shaped these business leaders’ paths. Clay candidly shares his experience of leaving Telecheck after 9/11 and buying a business – a decision he calls his “biggest failure” and “most costly mistake.” He opens up about the financial devastation and valuable lessons learned from this setback. Deborah Fell reflects on her bold move to leave Marriott International despite having “the best job, the best people, the best colleagues.” She discusses the challenges and rewards of expanding her capabilities beyond corporate roles. As our discussion unfolds, Clay and Deborah offer honest insights into navigating business disruptions, dealing with failure, and the unexpected turns that led them to their current success at Chief Outsiders.

How can businesses use the power of AI while keeping their human expertise front and center? In this episode of Leader Generation, Tessa Burg chats with Shaheen Samavati to explore how AI is changing global content creation. Shaheen shares her experiences with integrating AI tools—like ChatGPT and custom GPTs—into workflows without sacrificing creativity or cultural relevance. Whether you’re curious about using AI to enhance your content or balancing automation and human touch, this episode is for you.

On Rooted in Revenue, Susan Finch sits down with Michele A. Friedman, a talented metalsmith and jewelry designer with over 26 years of experience in the art world. From her early days studying fashion design at Parsons to becoming a full-time artist, Michele shares her journey and insights on navigating the business side of art. Discover the importance of human connection in selling art, learn strategies for engaging customers at shows, and explore the delicate balance between creativity and commerce. Whether you’re an aspiring artist or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable lessons on turning your passion into a sustainable career.

Kimberly Legg and Susan had talked about the man who lost his wife in the Temecula area. It was a sweet, funny tale about golfing, hobbies, and fabric. But it has turned into a beautiful relationship and legacy. Temecula Area Coordinator Kimberly Legg joins Susan to give an update about their chapter’s newest volunteer and patron, Mr. Karl. Let’s just say the Temecula chapter is SET for their Bink-A-Thon on October 19. Mr. Ballen Foundation has sponsored each chapter’s events, but there’s a new donor in town – Mr. Karl fills Kim’s living room – again – with enough fleece for hundreds of binkies! We are sad for Mr. Karl’s loss of his wife of so many years. Sometimes, we can look at these losses and see some sunlight. Listen to the quick update.

We hope you enjoy these and the rest of this week’s playlist.

 

Market Dominance Guys hosted by Chris Beall, CEO of ConnectAndSell, and Corey Frank, CEO of Branch 49

Guest Host: Helen Fanucci, Founder/CEO, Pipeline Power

EP245: The $18 Billion Opportunity in Resurrecting Your Forgotten Leads


Success Beneath the Surface from Chief Outsiders, hosted by Deborah Fell

Guest: Clay Spitz, Former COO, Chief Outsiders

EP77: The Hidden Rewards of Professional Missteps


Leader Generation from Mod Op hosted by Tessa Burg and Cheryl Boehm

Guest: Shaheen Samavati, Co-Founder and CEO of VeraContent

EP96: Blending AI & Human Expertise For Better Content Creation


Rooted in Revenue hosted by Susan Finch & Lany Sullivan

Guest: Michele A. Friedman, Metalsmith

Artisan Engagement: Mastering Regional Show Interactions


All-Volunteer, All Heart from Binky Patrol Comforting Covers for Kids

Guest: Kimberly Legg, Area Coordinator, Binky Patrol Temecula, Foster Parent

EP69: Mr. Karl Update – Fleece EVERYWHERE!


Sales Pipeline Radio from Heinz Marketing, hosted by Matt Heinz

Guest: Mark Nardone, CMO at PAN

How Data and Storytelling Impacts All of Sales, Brand and Marketing


The Granite List Live from Connect Healthcare Collaboration hosted by Sally Pace and Leigh Dill

Guests: Alex George, Head of Marketing at Hint Health, Molly Breitenbach, COO of Candid Health Advisors, and Dr. Brandon Alleman, co-owner of Antioch Med,

Bringing Direct Primary Care to the Masses