The Positive Polarity Podcast

Jeff Kikel joins Dave Molenda this week to talk about financial planning and Jeff’s “Freedom Day.” Jeff is on a mission to help others achieve their Freedom Day to bring them personal and financial freedom. Dave and Jeff also discuss the 3 secrets for a successful business and Jeff gives advice for those looking to become an entrepreneur.

What is keeping you from double digit growth? Dave Molenda and Barbara Spector discuss that question this week as they talk about strategies for developing a growth mindset. Barbara and Dave talk about how to hire, develop and retain top talent, specifically in the sales world. Barbara also offers some tips to attract and keep top performers on your team.

This week, Dave Molenda is joined by Brook Bishop and they talk about a “gym membership for your mind.” Brook is on a mission to help others increase the quality of their life and step into their true power of greatness. Dave and Brook discuss how to elevate your peer group, being a driver versus a passenger, and the Core 4 in business. Do not miss this amazing episode!

Sonya Shelton joins the Positive Polarity Podcast to talk about growing your business and how to incorporate vision, purpose and strategy into the growth. Her and Dave discuss a clear business culture and starting with your “why.” Sonya also talks about her entrepreneurial journey, her time at Disney, Red Thread Leadership, burnout and so much more!

Robin Hills joins us this week to discuss emotional intelligence and making better decisions. Robin and Dave talk about EI in the workplace, including sales, human resources and leadership roles. They discuss the importance of emotional intelligence and how being emotionally intelligent can lead to you making more money at your job. Dave and Robin also talk about triggers and how to mitigate those and respond correctly to them.

Nigel Green joins the Positive Polarity Podcast this week to talk about sales teams. He and Dave discuss how to hire a salesperson and the correct questions to ask during an interview. Nigel also offers some advice to use during the hiring process. If you are leading a sales team or looking to hire a new salesperson, this is the episode for you!

Are you looking to hire a new salesperson? How can you find the right person for that sales position? Join Dave Molenda and his guest, Theodore Fluck, as they discuss how to hire and train a successful salesperson. They talk about common mistakes when hiring a salesperson and how to properly invest in that individual so they can hit their sales goals and create revenue for the company.

Phoebe Pierpoint, founder and CEO of Your Life Architect, joins the Positive Polarity Podcast this week as her and Dave talk about what is standing in your way right now. They talk about two different types of people and how changing your mindset is the key to being successful in business and in life. They discuss thriving versus surviving and some self-care strategies to develop new habits and a new way of thinking.

Our guest this week is Dr. Randy Ross, Founder and Chief Enthusiasm Officer at Remarkable! Dr. Randy and Dave talk about culture in today’s workplace and how to create a positive culture by design and not default. They discuss the 4 “maxims of value creation” and how employee experience dictates customer experience.

This week, it is our honor to hang out with Montee Ball for our 200^th episode! Montee played for the UW-Madison Badgers in college and the Denver Broncos and New England Patriots in the NFL. He had an amazing record-setting career in college but fell to his addiction soon after and shares his experiences and journey through his addiction. Montee is a recovery coach and has a passion to help adolescents with addiction and mental health. Join Dave and Montee as they talk about football, support on and off the field, and how Montee’s passion is helping others through their own journey.

Cynthia Matheny joins us this week to discuss all things DISC. She and Dave talk about different behavioral styles and how these effect leadership and sales. Cynthia discusses what one of the most valuable parts of a company is and how to use DISC as a resource. She and Dave examine the different aspects of DISC and how to incorporate DISC into your every day life, at work and at home.

Paul Ross, author of Subtle Words That Sell, joins Dave on the Positive Polarity Podcast this week. As a hypnotist, Paul has a unique perspective on the sales process, and he shares some of his ideas and tips with us. Paul talks about choosing the right words to open doors and building trust and rapport with your audience. He also talks about some words to not use when selling to your customers. Join us for a great episode of out of the box thinking for sales professionals.

Join us this week as we talk with Tomas Keenan, author, podcast host and founder of Step It Up Academy. Tomas talks about how and why you self-sabotage your business and how to bring balance back to your life. He and Dave discuss working on the business and how systematizing your business can bring in more money and give you more freedom.

Are you interested in building a better business? Join us this week as we talk about how to intentionally master your business with William Buist. He and Dave discuss honing in on your talent and being intentional with your business. William shares his business audit and other ideas to help you build a better business.

Fighter pilot Dominic Teich joins the Positive Polarity Podcast this week as he and Dave discuss being intentional and leveraging what you already know. Dominic is a self-proclaimed underdog who started flying at 16 and he shares his story with us, including some wisdom he has learned along the way.

Ryan Johnson joins the Positive Polarity Podcast this week to show us how he helps small businesses grow more, while risking less. Ryan is a Fractional COO and shares how he helps transform the mindset of small businesses and creates win-win situations for his clients. He and Dave also talk about the 3P’s and how to encourage and empower employees.

Jay Aigner joins us this week to discuss serial entrepreneurship, time management and business growth. Jay shares his entrepreneurial journey and talks about how he manages his companies and acquires new customers.

Adam Lucero was stabbed and put in an induced comma a few years ago and today is sharing his story and how he helps create Superhuman CEOs. In this episode, Dave and Adam talk about eliminating overwhelm, maximizing profits and reclaiming your time. Adam gives tips on how to prioritize, delegate and step into your own power. Tune in to hear how he overcame his death bed and entered his freedom in entrepreneurship.

Are you living your best life? Chuck Hogan at Your Best Life spends some time with us this week and we discuss how to live your best life right now. Chuck and Dave talk about the importance of connection, habits and time blocking to achieve your best life.

Steven Pemberton is our guest this week as he and Dave talk about retention marketing and the effect this has on your bottom line. They discuss the lifetime value of a customer and analyze new versus existing customers and the cost for each. Steven gives some tips about online visibility and creating trust between company and customer to establish a good reputation.