Best Brent McWhirter Podcasts (2025)

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Quick Take: A Day in the Life of a Salesperson - Before & After AI 6:30

3M ago6:30

6:30

In this Quick Take episode, we’re taking a few minutes to think about the day in the life of a salesperson before and after having AI tools at our fingertips. By the end of this short episode, you’ll have a solid bird’s-eye-view of how significantly AI has altered the daily routines and approaches of salespeople, making their strategies more effici…

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Closed vs. Open AI: Understanding the Difference for Sales Teams with Stephanie Downs 19:43

3M ago19:43

19:43

In this episode, we’re discussing the key differences between “closed” and “open” AI tools. We’ll also break down how Sales Accelerator AI, CSS’ own closed AI system, is designed to address the unique challenges salespeople regularly face. And helping Matt explore it all is Stephanie Downs, SVP/Senior Consultant at The Center for Sales Strategy. St…

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The AI Task Force: Making AI Work for Your Organization with Brent Tripp 23:22

4M ago23:22

23:22

In this episode, we’re discussing the benefits of having an AI Task Force at your company and how such a brain trust can be an invaluable resource to ensure that your organization stays ahead of the curve. Joining Matt to explore it all is Brent Tripp, Digital Marketing Coordinator & Podcast Producer here at CSS. Brent offers some solid points to t…

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Building Smarter CRMs with Maryanne McWhirter & Emily Hartzell 28:04

4M ago28:04

28:04

In this episode, we’re taking a look at how AI is supercharging CRMs and, specifically, exploring how HubSpot is transforming the way businesses manage customer relationships, sales processes, and marketing campaigns. Helping me break it all down are Maryanne McWhirter and Emily Hartzell, both VP/Senior Directors at LeadG2. Maryanne and Emily offer…

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The Future of Sales Coaching with Varun Puri & Ajay Jain 23:58

4M ago23:58

23:58

Previously this season, we explored how AI is transforming the world of sales coaching. Today, in this episode, we’re diving a bit deeper into that topic by chatting with two incredible guests from the AI coaching platform, Yoodli. Varun Puri, Co-Founder of Yoodli, and Ajay Jain, Head of Training and Enablement at Yoodli are here to break down exac…

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Quick Take: The AI Advantage in Sales Coaching 11:27

4M ago11:27

11:27

In this Quick Take episode, we’re exploring the undeniable power of sales coaching, the challenges of traditional approaches, and how AI-powered solutions, like CSS' Practice Coach AI, are setting a new standard for skill development. On the other side of this brief episode, you’ll see how AI sales coaching truly can elevate the game of your seller…

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Unlocking Generative AI: From Early Tech to Today’s Creative Powerhouse 16:22

5M ago16:22

16:22

Discover the evolution of Generative AI from early methods like evolutionary computation to advanced models such as GANs and transformers. This episode explores its applications in image generation, music composition, and content creation, while highlighting key benefits, limitations, and ethical concerns. Gain insights into how Generative AI is sh…

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Quick Take: How to Keep Your Sales Team Happy & Productive 8:35

9M ago8:35

8:35

In this Quick Take episode, we’re breaking down how to keep your sales team happy and productive. You’ll not only learn why employee happiness and productivity go hand-in-hand, but also actionable ways to increase morale and sales numbers at the same time. LINKS: Matt Sunshine The Center for Sales Strategy…

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Focusing on Sales Activities that Drive Performance with Jeff Clewett & Emily Estey 26:17

9M ago26:17

26:17

In this episode, we’re discussing how to ensure your sales teams are focused on the right sales activities to drive performance. And joining me to help break it all down is Jeff Clewett, Director of Sales at Bonneville Denver, and Emily Estey, VP/Senior Consultant here at CSS. Both offer some amazing points to think about, like: Why too many sales …

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Quick Take: How to Track Revenue Performance 6:33

9M ago6:33

6:33

In this Quick Take episode, we're tackling how to track revenue performance for maximum results. From understanding the key metrics to utilizing the right tools, you'll be equipped with a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively manage your revenue and make the best decisions for your business. LINKS: Matt Sunshine The Center for Sales Str…

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The Power of Aligning Sales & Marketing with Andrew Sims and Trey Morris 32:50

10M ago32:50

32:50

In this episode, we're exploring how a company successfully aligned their sales and marketing teams to maximize their efforts of their sellers. The great Andrew Sims, CRO at SentriLock, and Trey Morris, VP/Senior Consultant here at CSS, are joining me to break down that journey. Both bring such great points to the table, like: Why you don't have to…

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Quick Take: 10 Ways to Fill Your Sales Pipeline 6:47

10M ago6:47

6:47

In this Quick Take episode, we're exploring one of the most crucial aspects of success as a business: the ability to keep your sales pipeline full. By the end of this short episode, you'll have 10 effective tactics at your disposal to ensure that your sales pipeline is never empty. LINKS: The Center for Sales Strategy Matt Sunshine…

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Quick Take: The Future of Media Sales 9:13

1y ago9:13

9:13

Today, in this Quick Take episode, we’re wrapping up our coverage of The 5th Annual Media Sales Report by spending a few minutes to think about what this year’s findings can tell us about the future of media sales industry In short, you’ll find that while obstacles are ever-present and, in many cases, more difficult than ever, media sales managers …

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Media Sales Professionals Want More Effective Marketing Strategies with Dani Buckley 20:41

1y ago20:41

20:41

In this episode, we’re continuing our exploration of the recently published Media Sales Report by looking at what sellers and managers say about their company’s marketing strategy. Here to help Matt investigate why so many are dissatisfied with their organization’s current marketing plan, is Dani Buckley, VP/General Manager at LeadG2. Dani, as alwa…

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Why Are Media Sales Managers Lacking Superstars? with Beth Sunshine 28:53

1y ago28:53

28:53

In this episode, we’re once again consulting the latest Media Sales Report by The Center for Sales Strategy. Today, we’re asking the question, “why are so many media sales managers lacking superstar talent?" Joining Matt to answer that question and more, is the amazing Beth Sunshine, SVP/Talent Services here at CSS and the head of Up Your Culture a…

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Why is it Getting Harder to Convert Prospects? with Trey Morris 26:15

1y ago26:15

26:15

In this episode, we’re continuing our season-long deep dive into the latest Media Sales Report from The Center for Sales Strategy. And today, Trey Morris, VP/ Senior Consultant here at CSS, is joining Matt to help answer the question, “Why is it getting harder to convert prospects and renew clients?” Trey brings so many great points to the table, s…

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Why Are Organizational Goals Becoming Harder to Achieve? with Stephanie Downs 21:11

1+ y ago21:11

21:11

In this episode, we’re once again diving into The 5th Annual Media Sales Report by The Center for Sales Strategy. Today, we’re exploring why sales managers are experiencing such increased difficulty in achieving organizational goals. Joining Matt to discuss that and so much more is Stephanie Downs, SVP/Senior Consultant here at CSS. Stephanie provi…

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Quick Take: Highlights from The 5th Annual Media Sales Report 12:02

1+ y ago12:02

12:02

In this Quick Take episode, we’re kicking off our season-long exploration of The Center for Sales Strategy’s 5th Annual Media Sales Report by highlighting some of this year’s most eye-catching findings. In other words, by the end of this short episode, you’ll have a good idea of how salespeople and sales managers are currently feeling about their o…

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#WomenInSales Month 2023 with Stephanie Slagle 32:52

1+ y ago32:52

32:52

We’re so proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For each week in October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. Today, our guest is Stephanie Slagle, Vice President & Chief Innovation Officer at Graham Media Group. Stephanie has so many amazing insights to offer, like: Why custo…

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#WomenInSales Month 2023 with Laura Coristine 24:19

1+ y ago24:19

24:19

We’re so proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For each week in October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. Today, our guest is Laura Coristine, General Sales Manager at Cox Media Laura makes so many awesome points. Such as: Why, instead of asking for feedback, you should as…

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#WomenInSales Month 2023 with Giovanna Savorgnan 22:29

1+ y ago22:29

22:29

We’re so proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For each week in October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. From offering advice for sales managers new and more experienced to surveying the anticipated landscape of sales in the years ahead, when it comes to Improving Sales P…

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#WomenInSales Month 2023 with Lauren Cooley 25:41

1+ y ago25:41

25:41

We’re so proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For each week in October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. From offering advice for sales managers new and more experienced to surveying the anticipated landscape of sales in the years ahead, when it comes to Improving Sales P…

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Focused on Talent: 360 Executive Strength Coaching with Beth Sunshine 21:40

2y ago21:40

21:40

In this episode, we’re wrapping up our season-long coverage of The Center for Sales Strategy’s latest Talent Magazine. Today, we’re taking some time to discuss a group of people who too often get the short end of the “development stick.” That’s right, we’re talking about leaders. Joining Matt to uncover the ways in which leaders can most effectivel…

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Focused on Talent: Engagement with Kate Rehling and Deborah Fulghum 29:24

2y ago29:24

29:24

In this episode, we’re once again consulting the latest Talent Magazine by The Center for Sales Strategy. Today, we’re focusing on Engagement with Kate Rehling and Deborah Fulghum joining Matt to help break it all down. Kate and Deborah both provide super valuable insights, like: How a company culture is like a garden. If you regularly tend to it, …

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Focused on Talent: Development with Stephanie Downs and Kelly George 24:17

2y ago24:17

24:17

In this episode, we’re taking a good look at the Development section of the latest Talent Magazine from The Center for Sales Strategy Here to help Matt determine the best ways to go about developing your people are Stephanie Downs and Kelly George. Together, Stephanie and Kelly highlight some amazing points to think about, like: Why employees want …

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Focused on Talent: Selection with Emily Estey and Tirzah Thornburg 26:03

2y ago26:03

26:03

In this episode, we’re continuing our season-long deep dive into the latest Talent Magazine from The Center for Sales Strategy. And today, Emily Estey and Tirzah Thornburg are here to help break down the latest facts and trends when it comes to selection. Together, Emily and Tirzah bring so many great points to the table, such as: Why it pays to do…

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Focused on Talent: Recruitment with Trey Morris and Mindy Murphy 26:32

2y ago26:32

26:32

In this episode, we’re kicking off our season-long exploration of The Center for Sales Strategy’s latest Talent Magazine. In other words, we’ll be diving into exactly how you should go about recruiting, selecting, developing and engaging your people. Each week, Matt will be joined by experts from here at The Center for Sales Strategy to help break …

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#MediaSalesReport - Industry Outlook and Culture 25:01

2+ y ago25:01

25:01

This season, we’re analyzing the findings from our latest Media Sales Report. With data collected from surveys conducted in Q4 of last year, the responses from sales managers and salespeople alike will help us chart a solid path forward through the media sales landscape. In each episode, Matt will be joined by a rolling roster of outstanding expert…

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#MediaSalesReport - Sales Enablement 31:01

2+ y ago31:01

31:01

This season, we’re analyzing the findings from our latest Media Sales Report. With data collected from surveys conducted in Q4 of last year, the responses from sales managers and salespeople alike will help us chart a solid path forward through the media sales landscape. In each episode, Matt will be joined by a rolling roster of outstanding expert…

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#MediaSalesReport - Sales Process 28:37

2+ y ago28:37

28:37

This season, we’re analyzing the findings from our latest Media Sales Report. With data collected from surveys conducted in Q4 of last year, the responses from sales managers and salespeople alike will help us chart a solid path forward through the media sales landscape. In each episode, Matt will be joined by a rolling roster of outstanding expert…

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#MediaSalesReport - Learning & Development 20:40

2+ y ago20:40

20:40

This season, we’re analyzing the findings from our latest Media Sales Report. With data collected from surveys conducted in Q4 of last year, the responses from sales managers and salespeople alike will help us chart a solid path forward through the media sales landscape. In each episode, Matt will be joined by a rolling roster of outstanding expert…

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#MediaSalesReport - Sales Department 31:23

2+ y ago31:23

31:23

This season, we’re analyzing the findings from our latest Media Sales Report. With data collected from surveys conducted in Q4 of last year, the responses from sales managers and salespeople alike will help us chart a solid path forward through the media sales landscape. In each episode, Matt will be joined by a rolling roster of outstanding expert…

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#WomenInSales Month 2022 with Katelin Tinley & Jaleigh Long 26:38

2+ y ago26:38

26:38

At Improving Sales Performance, we are proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For all of October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. From offering advice for sales managers new and old to surveying the anticipated landscape of sales in the years ahead, when it comes to Improv…

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#WomenInSales Month with Stacey Kauffman 31:45

2+ y ago31:45

31:45

At Improving Sales Performance, we are proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For all of October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. From offering advice for sales managers new and old to surveying the anticipated landscape of sales in the years ahead, when it comes to Improv…

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#WomenInSales Month 2022 with Kim Guthrie 27:19

2+ y ago27:19

27:19

At Improving Sales Performance, we are proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For all of October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. From offering advice for sales managers new and old to surveying the anticipated landscape of sales in the years ahead, when it comes to Improv…

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#WomenInSales Month 2022 with Katie Reid 24:15

2+ y ago24:15

24:15

At Improving Sales Performance, we are proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For all of October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. From offering advice for sales managers new and old to surveying the anticipated landscape of sales in the years ahead, when it comes to Improv…

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#WomenInSales Month 2022 with Jenn Scilabro & Traci Wilkinson 24:56

2+ y ago24:56

24:56

At Improving Sales Performance, we are proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For all of October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. From offering advice for sales managers new and old to surveying the anticipated landscape of sales in the years ahead, when it comes to Improv…

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#WomenInSales Month 2022 with Nicki Harkrider-Probey 27:40

2+ y ago27:40

27:40

At Improving Sales Performance, we are proud to be celebrating Women in Sales Month once again. For all of October, we have an amazing slate of women sales leaders who will be sharing their unique insights. From offering advice for sales managers new and more experienced to surveying the anticipated landscape of sales in the years ahead, when it co…

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#WomenInSales Month 2021 with Lori Clark & Dana Nagel 26:02

2+ y ago26:02

26:02

Season 5 of Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine and co-hosted by Stephanie Downs, and focuses on celebrating #WomenInSales for the month of October. Guests are female thought leaders, experts, and industry gurus, who share their insight, tips, and knowledge on various topics that help companies improve sales performance. Episode …

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#WomenInSales Month 2021 with Jaleigh Long & Katie Reid 24:59

2+ y ago24:59

24:59

Season 5 of Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine and co-hosted by Stephanie Downs, and focuses on celebrating #WomenInSales for the month of October. Guests are female thought leaders, experts, and industry gurus, who share their insight, tips, and knowledge on various topics that help companies improve sales performance. Episode …

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Creating a Winning Culture with Jay Bailey 20:50

2+ y ago20:50

20:50

In Episode 3 of Improving Sales Performance, Jay Bailey, CEO and Founder of Reatro Ventures, where they discuss Creating a Winning Culture. ABOUT IMPROVING SALES PERFORMANCE: Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine who speaks with guests that are thought leaders, experts, and industry gurus, to share their insight, tips, and knowledg…

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Business Performance and Culture with Tony Hartl 25:41

2+ y ago25:41

25:41

In Episode 4 of Improving Sales Performance, Tony Hartl, Founder of Crunch Fitness Austin, joins Matt for a conversation about Business Performance and Culture. ABOUT IMPROVING SALES PERFORMANCE: Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine who speaks with guests that are thought leaders, experts, and industry gurus, to share their insigh…

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Team Engagement and Performance with Taja Graham 24:21

2+ y ago24:21

24:21

In Episode 5 of Improving Sales Performance, Taja Graham, Vice President of Sales for Emmis Communications, joins Matt for a conversation on Team Engagement and Performance. ABOUT IMPROVING SALES PERFORMANCE: Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine who speaks with guests that are thought leaders, experts, and industry gurus, to share…

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Exploring The IMPACT Sales Leadership System by The Center for Sales Strategy with John Henley 25:36

2+ y ago25:36

25:36

In Episode 6 of Improving Sales Performance, John Henley, Managing Partner at The Center for Sales Strategy, joins Matt in Exploring The IMPACT Sales Leadership System by The Center for Sales Strategy. ABOUT IMPROVING SALES PERFORMANCE: Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine who speaks with guests that are thought leaders, experts, …

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Sales Leadership and Performance with Gary Pizzati 31:12

2+ y ago31:12

31:12

In Episode 8 of Improving Sales Performance, Gary Pizzati, Founder of 11 Street Media, joins Matt for conversation on Sales Leadership and Performance with Gary Pizzati. ABOUT IMPROVING SALES PERFORMANCE: Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine who speaks with guests that are thought leaders, experts, and industry gurus, to share the…

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#WomenInSales Month 2021 with Nicki Harkrider-Proby & Jessica Hagan 28:53

2+ y ago28:53

28:53

Season 5 of Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine and co-hosted by Stephanie Downs, and focuses on celebrating #WomenInSales for the month of October. Guests are female thought leaders, experts, and industry gurus, who share their insight, tips, and knowledge on various topics that help companies improve sales performance. Episode …

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Sales Calendars and Sales Planning with Trey Morris 23:13

2+ y ago23:13

23:13

In Episode 2 of Improving Sales Performance, Trey Morris, VP & Senior Consultant at the Center for Sales Strategy, chats with Matt about Sales Calendars and Sales Planning. ABOUT IMPROVING SALES PERFORMANCE: Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine who speaks with guests that are thought leaders, experts, and industry gurus, to share …

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Sales Enablement with Dani Buckley 17:56

3y ago17:56

17:56

In Episode 1 of Improving Sales Performance, Dani Buckley, VP and GM of LeadG2, talks with Matt Sunshine about Sales Enablement. ABOUT IMPROVING SALES PERFORMANCE: Improving Sales Performance is hosted by Matt Sunshine who speaks with guests that are thought leaders, experts, and industry gurus, to share their insight, tips, and knowledge on variou…

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