The Fire Time Podcast

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Past Episodes

Phil Connor – Episode 91 – Find Your Fire Power

In a world where negativity dominates the headlines, remaining positive can be challenging. However most people miss that intentionally surrounding yourself with the right things will allow you to unlock an internal firepower.  Today, Tim talks with Phil Connor (CEO | Ignition Laboratories), a regular contributor to The Fire Time

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Julie Keyes – Episode 90 – Poised for Exit

Business owners work too hard to see their company sell for nothing when it’s time to retire. Unfortunately, this happens all the time because they don’t take the steps needed to prepare to get ready. Today, Tim talks with Julie Keyes, the owner of Keyes Strategies and author of Poised

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Troy Olsen – Episode 89 – Adapt or Die

When a challenging conversation has to be had with a customer, salespeople often struggle to be honest out of fear it won’t sit well on the receiving end. As the marketplace rapidly evolves, continuing to skew details to please customers is a practice you must eliminate. Now more than ever

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Peter Parsons – Episode 88 – The Passion of the Sale

When customers walk into a showroom, they aren’t looking for the smartest person in the room—they’re looking for someone who will listen. Showing that you care about them and their situation before trying to sell them something is critical to maximizing your business’s success. Today Tim sits down with Peter

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Jenna Guldin – Episode 87 – The Right Seat on the Bus

If one of your best salespeople requested time off in the middle of peak season, would you give it to them? Often, this vacation time is not granted, and your salesperson is bummed out over peak season. Your business shouldn’t be run this way. Having flexibility with your team members

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