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In our last sales podcast, sales leader Patrick Carter joined our CEO Lynn Whitbeck for the first installment of a new 12-part series. That episode introduced their acronym, “PERFORMANCE,” highlighting the top 11 power skills you need to boost your sales career. Today, Patrick and Lynn dive into that first P in PERFORMANCE: Problem Solving. What do you do when …
Last year, we had the pleasure of speaking with LM Bennett about how to get your ish together – inspired by her book, Get Your Ish Together: A Workbooks for the Purpose-Driven Life. So we were more than happy to have LM back for another discussion. In our new podcast, we spoke about time management – an issue many of …
In 2019, we were glad to have sales leader Patrick Carter join us for a podcast about the retail apocalypse. That discussion went so well that we now get Patrick back for a whole 12-part series! To kick off this series, he and our CEO Lynn introduce listeners to the 11 power skills you need to boost your sales career. …
Do you love traveling? What if you could turn your passion for exploring the world into a successful career? That’s exactly what Kelly English did when she founded Explore California Travel. After incredible trips around the world, she returned to her original home in the Golden State to create memorable experiences for travelers to California. In our new podcast interview, …
We all have a comfort zone, a set of habits and places where we feel most at ease. But as great as comfort zones are, it’s necessary to step out of them sometimes. How else will you grow as a person? Treading into the unknown can lead you to learn new skills, meet new people, and discover new interests. It …
How can you achieve sales success this 2020? It starts with laser focus and the right tools. Lynn spoke with sales expert Gresham W. Harkless Jr. on how entrepreneurs, business owners, and people with a side hustle can find new opportunities and sales leads for their organizations. Ring in the new year with these unmissable tips. Gresh manages a community …
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to start and run your own travel company? Matilde Melendez did just that, founding Conquer Peru and arranging trips to her home country, Peru. We spoke to Matilde about her experiences and advice for others who want to follow in her footsteps. In our new interview, Matilde first describes how she …
Self-care is so important, yet many of us don’t practice it enough, especially when we need it the most. How can you take care of #1 (that’s you!) even when you’re feeling burned out? Even when you’re so busy that just the thought of adding one more item to your to-do list stresses you out? We’ve all been there… and …
Sales careers are dependent upon having a strong network of clients. How do you build up this network? One of the best ways is through referrals. Referrals are highly coveted and a vital way to boost your sales career, but it can be daunting to seek them out. How do you ask for referrals without coming across as desperate? What …
Humans have a natural capacity and desire to create – to invent. Have you ever wanted to indulge this instinct and become a bona fide inventor? Real-life inventors like Hedy Lamarr, Grace Hopper, Deepika Kurup and movie heroes such as Dr. Ryan Stone from Gravity and Shuri from Black Panther make amazing role models, and we can’t blame you if …
Have you ever wanted to write a book? Do you feel under-qualified, overwhelmed, and unsure how to start? We have some aspiring writers here at Petite2Queen, and trust us, we’ve been there. So many people dream of writing a book… yet many of us don’t know where to start or where to find the confidence to do so. Whatever you …
Networking is a key part of growing in your career, and yet so many of us dislike it. Or perhaps a stronger word is more appropriate? It’s not uncommon for people to say they hate networking and will avoid it at all costs. But it doesn’t have to be this way! In our newest podcast, Lynn shares how you can …
How much does your attitude impact your career? Quite a lot, as it turns out. You shouldn’t underestimate the power of the mind and how important thoughts can be in your job ascendance. Chelsea Behrens, a consultant, thought leader, speaker, and motivator of positive change, recently spoke to us about the influence of our thoughts. (We previously spoke with Chelsea …
Sales isn’t just the art of convincing people to buy the product or service you’re selling. In fact, the foundation of sales lies in quality communication: You must learn to actively listen so you understand what your customer wants and needs. But this is easier said than done. Luckily, we got some key tips to improve your communication fundamentals. In …
We recently had the opportunity to speak to Vicki Fenton, the Vice President of Core Services at Viacom, the American media conglomerate. Vicki is responsible for facilities, construction, real estate, and special events for Viacom’s West Coast Headquarters. In our new interview, Vicki reveals how she got started in the entertainment industry and climbed the corporate ladder. With her years …
In the last few years, probably all of us have heard of the pink tax. A major point of conversation lately is about what products men and women use and the cost differences between them. Why is it that women’s deodorant often costs more than men’s deodorant? Why the price difference between razor blades for men vs. women? We at …
Lately, you can’t escape discussions about how artificial intelligence – AI – will inevitably disrupt and even end retail sales. We’re already seeing the rise of self-checkout stands at grocery stores, and chatbots are an increasingly common part of online purchasing experiences. Are we on the verge of a retail sales apocalypse? We spoke to Patrick Carter, a sales leader …
Most of us have been there: a relationship comes to a dramatic end and you’re left broken-hearted and alone. Breakups can suck, but they don’t have to be that bad! In fact, they can actually lead to new levels of self-love and confidence. How do you get such a positive change out of something so catastrophic? We spoke to Lady …
How do you combine your passions with an opportunity to turn them into a business? What if your passion is, say, food? You can find out in our new podcast interview with Angela Shen, a food-loving entrepreneur who got the idea for and started her own successful culinary touring company, Savor Seattle Food Tours. From a daughter of immigrants running …
How many of you have had to endure long, stressful commutes to and from work? Nearly all of us can relate, and most would agree that the daily commute can be a drag. However, there are ways to make it tolerable and even fun! Melissa Addey is an author, speaker, and Creative Writing PhD student at the University of Surrey. Her …