Make It Happen Mondays - B2B Sales Talk with John Barrows

• Hacking Human Psychology with MichaelAaron Flicker

  In this mind-expanding episode, John sits down with MichaelAaron Flicker—entrepreneur, behavioral science strategist, and CEO of XenoPsi Ventures, where he oversees a portfolio of nine companies. He’s also the co-author of Hacking the Human Mind: The Behavioral Science Secrets Behind 17 of the World’s Best Brands, a must-read for anyone serious about sales, branding, or influence.They explore how behavioral science drives real-world buying behavior, why most sales tactics miss the mark, and how we can ethically use psychological principles to build trust, guide decisions, and grow businesses. From Five Guys’ focused menu strategy to the Sunken Cost Fallacy of Amazon Prime, this episode is packed with real-life behavioral insights sellers can use right now.If you’re ready to move beyond outdated tactics and understand how emotion, perception, and decision-making truly work, this one’s for you.Are you interested in leveling up your sales skills and staying relevant in today’s AI-driven landscape? Visit www.jbarrows.com and let’s Make It Happen together!Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbarrows/Connect with John on IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnmbarrows/Check out John's Membership: https://go.jbarrows.com/pages/individual-membership?ref=3edab1 Join John's Newsletter: https://www.jbarrows.com/newsletterConnect with MichaelAaron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelaaron-flicker/Check out MichaelAaron's Website: https://xenopsi.com/ Also Check Out These Links:https://hackingthehumanmind.com/https://www.xenopsi.com/michaelaaronflicker.phphttps://theconsumerbehaviorlab.com/podcast-overview.php https://theconsumerbehaviorlab.com/masterclass.php

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• Build Brands People Feel with David Brier

  In this episode of Make It Happen Mondays, John Barrows sits down with branding icon David Brier—a man known as The Brandfather, whose work has generated over $9 billion in brand value across four decades. With 320+ international awards, a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship medallion, and praise from the likes of Daymond John, Grant Cardone, and Oren Klaff, David brings both gravitas and grit to this deeply insightful conversation.From his Brooklyn roots and obsession with typography to the powerful strategy behind Brand Intervention and his newest book, Rich Brand, Poor Brand, David shares how great branding isn’t just about looking good—it’s about thinking differently, taking risks, and telling stories that stick.You’ll hear why personal brand is one of the few things AI can’t replicate, why playing the long game is a winning move, and how authenticity is still the most underused superpower in modern business.If you care about standing out, earning trust, or building a brand that actually means something—this one is a must-listen.Are you interested in leveling up your sales skills and staying relevant in today’s AI-driven landscape? Visit www.jbarrows.com and let’s Make It Happen together!Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbarrows/Connect with John on IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnmbarrows/Check out John's Membership: https://go.jbarrows.com/pages/individual-membership?ref=3edab1 Join John's Newsletter: https://www.jbarrows.com/newsletterConnect with David Brier on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbrierCheck out David Brier's Website: https://www.risingabovethenoise.comConnect with David Brier on IG: https://www.instagram.com/risingabovethenoise/Get David's new book "Brand Intervention": https://bit.ly/BrandInterventionHardcoverApply for David's 9-week Masterclass: https://www.risingabovethenoise.com/say-less-sell-more/Schedule a Zoom call to work with David 1-on-1: https://davidbriercalendar.as.me/schedule/5231d133/appointment/9282937/calendar/1250409?appointmentTypeIds[]=9282937

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• Kevin Davis: The Surfer’s Guide to Smarter Sales Territory Planning

  In this episode of Make It Happen Mondays, John Barrows sits down with Kevin Davis, the co-founder and CEO of Boogie Board—a company rethinking sales territory planning through the lens of data, transparency, and AI.Kevin’s journey started far from Silicon Valley, in a small Wisconsin town where he learned grit the hard way—from shoveling snow and driving plows to climbing the ranks in sales and ops. Despite saying he never should’ve been in sales, Kevin’s experience on both sides of the revenue engine gives him a rare perspective that’s now shaping how companies think about go-to-market strategy.They dive into Kevin’s “surfer, not hunter” sales philosophy, why current territory models are broken, and how we can rebuild them to create trust between reps and RevOps. Kevin also opens up about early tactical missteps, the importance of clarity in selling, and how Boogie Board is helping teams get smarter about where and how they sell.If you’re in sales leadership, RevOps, or just tired of guessing your way through territory planning—this conversation is a must-listen.Are you interested in leveling up your sales skills and staying relevant in today’s AI-driven landscape? Visit www.jbarrows.com and let’s Make It Happen together!Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbarrows/Connect with John on IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnmbarrows/Check out John's Membership: https://go.jbarrows.com/pages/individual-membership?ref=3edab1 Join John's Newsletter: https://www.jbarrows.com/newsletterConnect with Kevin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinboogie/Check out Kevin's Website: https://boogieboard.ai/

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• Stephanie Chung: From Air Force Bases to Boardrooms

  Stephanie Chung grew up on an Air Force base with a Master Sergeant father—so structure, discipline, and high standards were her foundation long before she ever stepped into a boardroom. Today, she’s a #1 international best-selling author, executive coach, and the first African American to lead a major private aviation company.In this powerful episode, we dive into Stephanie’s remarkable career—from checking bags at an airline to completely transforming a private jet company’s brand and sales culture. Her new book, Ally: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You, gives leaders real-world frameworks to lead with empathy, use privilege as a lever for good, and embrace curiosity over certainty.We explore what it really means to be a transformational leader in today’s world—especially as business becomes more diverse and emotionally intelligent. Stephanie shares why business acumen is still the most underrated sales skill, how Mary Kay helped shape her as a seller, and what she learned from growing up in a military family that continues to serve her as a leader today.The episode wraps with a heart-opening story about her work with Make-A-Wish that will stay with you long after you listen.Are you interested in leveling up your sales skills and staying relevant in today’s AI-driven landscape? Visit www.jbarrows.com and let’s Make It Happen together!Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbarrows/Connect with John on IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnmbarrows/Check out John's Membership: https://go.jbarrows.com/pages/individual-membership?ref=3edab1 Join John's Newsletter: https://www.jbarrows.com/newsletterConnect with Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/TheStephanieChung/Check out Stephanie's Website: https://stephaniechung.com/ Connect with Stephanie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/TheStephanieChung/ Check out Stephanie's Newsletter: https://www.yourallyinleadership.comInterested in learning more? Check out Stephanie's Course: https://stephaniechung.com/earn Also Check out all of Stephanie's links here:

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• Udi Ledergor: Courage Over Clichés in Modern Marketing

  Udi Ledergor is back on the pod—and this time, he’s bringing the fire behind Courageous Marketing, his new book that challenges everything safe, stale, and same-same in today’s crowded GTM world.As the former CMO of Gong during its hypergrowth years (multi-billion-dollar valuation, anyone?), and now Chief Evangelist, Udi knows firsthand how to build brands people actually love. In this episode, he and John dig deep into what separates average from iconic in today’s AI-drenched world of “best practices.”You’ll hear:Why courageous marketing requires risk, not just reachThe 10-20% “crazy idea” budget every brand needsHow sales and marketing can truly work togetherThe real difference between vanity metrics and valuable growthHow to craft a brand people feel, not just seeWhether you’re a marketer looking to break the mold or a seller tired of lead-gen lip service—this episode is for you.Are you interested in leveling up your sales skills and staying relevant in today’s AI-driven landscape? Visit www.jbarrows.com and let’s Make It Happen together!Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbarrows/Connect with John on IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnmbarrows/Check out John's Membership: https://go.jbarrows.com/pages/individual-membership?ref=3edab1 Join John's Newsletter: https://www.jbarrows.com/newsletterConnect with Udi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/udiledergor/Get Udi's book Courageous Marketing: https://mybook.to/courageousmarketingCheck out Gong's Website: https://www.gong.io/

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