Best Block To The Boardroom Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 15 - From Blackjack To Boardrooms: With Joel Block 32:54

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In Las Vegas, they say you can’t beat the house - but a few rare players know how to change the game. This week on The Sales Leader of Influence SHOW, join Bernadette McClelland and Joel Block, former professional blackjack player turned venture capitalist and hedge-fund manager who’s closed over $1 billion in deals. Joel learned what it takes to w…

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S7 Ep73: Tech, Truth & Latina Power with Sylvia Salazar of Tono Latino on Fighting Misinformation 40:46

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Sylvia Salazar, founder of Tono Latino, joins host Theresa E. Gonzales on Latinas from the Block to the Boardroom to share how she turned her passion for technology and democracy into an accessible, bilingual media platform. In this episode, we explore the intersection of tech, politics, and community building—from WhatsApp misinformation campaigns…

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You Can’t Heal What You Hide: How Emotional Intelligence Becomes Your Wealth Strategy 22:17

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You can’t heal what you hide and what you don’t heal, you lead through. In this episode, Dr. Tabatha Russell breaks down how emotional intelligence becomes your competitive advantage, increases your income, strengthens your influence, and transforms your leadership. Learn how vulnerability builds trust, how unprocessed emotions affect your business…

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Four Steps for a Calm, Confident 2026 Plan 16:05

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This episode is your calm-confidence blueprint for 2026. Instead of chasing speed or moving the goalposts, Genevieve shares four practical steps—rooted in an ultramarathoner’s mindset—to plan sustainably and sell with certainty. You’ll learn: Reframe winning: Trade vague or far-off goals for daily, controllable wins (e.g., “3–5 meaningful conversat…

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From Health Scare To Hope: Family, Forgiveness, And Finding Your Way Back 7:51

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Elevate Your Game low lit blues license code: ZX6I10G6LGIDPYJV A brief check-in turns into a powerful reminder that love shows up in hard times. We start with gratitude, a quick health update, and an honest note about the holiday season from someone raised outside the usual traditions. Then Baby Doll takes the lead, reading a listener letter from a…

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Episode 16 - The One Lie Sales Leaders Can't Afford To Tell - Literally! 15:56

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I’m calling out a behaviour too many leaders overlook and I believe quietly undermines more results than market conditions ever will. In leadership, it could be a lie, it could also be a sign. Whatever you call it, people retreat because of it and revenue is impacted … teams hold back information, individuals resist being honest, and people will pr…

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He Taught Us Our Brains Make The Money 12:58

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Elevate Your Game The story starts with a shock: a man known for steel nerves and quiet power hands money to a rival and checks on his wellbeing. Rochelle watched that moment and felt her map of the world tilt. What if real strength looks like care with boundaries? From there, we dive into the blueprint Silk built—how he moved from tracks to boardr…

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Four Steps to Master Customer Connection 15:28

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Genevieve shares the infamous “talking to the trash can” story to illustrate how connection—not tactics—wins in a low-trust, high-noise world. Then she breaks down four practical steps any seller can use today. What you’ll learn Pay attention: Single-task your conversations; know your lines before you need them. Lead with a relatable story: Aim at …

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My Father Searched For Me Until He Was Killed, And I Thought He Deserved It: Rochelles' Story:Part One 3:52

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Elevate Your Game A rich childhood, a brilliant father who built success from nothing, and a daughter who never heard the word no—Rochelle’s story starts where many assume danger cannot reach. Then a charismatic man from two towns over rewired her beliefs about love, turned gifts into “proof” of hate, and pulled her away from everyone who could hel…

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The Laws of Creation, Leadership, and Legacy with Coach Cudjo 37:53

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Coach Anthony Cudjo joins Dr. Tabatha Russell for a powerful conversation on unlocking your divine potential, leading with love, and mastering the laws that govern creation, health, and success. Discover how belief, energy, and alignment can transform every part of your life. #Leadership #Faith #Mindset #SelfMastery #IconicLeadersPodcast…

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5 Modern Sales Shifts to Replace Outdated Advice (and Actually Convert) 26:51

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You’re not bad at sales—you’re following outdated rules. In this episode, Genevieve contrasts two real restaurant experiences to show why energy, presence, and connection beat tactics every time, then walks through five practical moves for modern, savvy sellers. What you’ll learn: See the person, not the purchase (start with appreciation and recogn…

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Inside Silk Confidential: The Unfiltered, Members-Only World 2:01

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Elevate Your Game low lit blues LICENSE CODE: X8ZNOPWEN8WIXOEW Master Silk comes home tomorrow, and we set the stage for a sharper Season 3. We open the Velvet Rope to Silk Confidential, our members-only lane for raw stories, hard lessons, and strategies too real for the public feed. • health update and return timeline for Master Silk • Season 3 pr…

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Episode 14 - Why Deal Coaching Isn't Enough Anymore 27:15

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This week’s… .🎙 WHY DEAL COACHING ISN’T ENOUGH ANYMORE In sales leadership, the biggest performance gaps aren’t in the pipeline - they’re in the people. We review deals, update CRMs, and chase forecasts… But what if what’s stalling revenue isn’t the deal itself? Because deals don’t die in the CRM. And that’s where leadership has to evolve as much a…

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The Sales Recipe to Sell Anything Without Being Pushy 18:05

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Not all sales struggles are mindset problems—sometimes it’s just a missing ingredient. In this episode, Genevieve unpacks her simple 3-part sales recipe that helps you sell confidently without sounding salesy. You’ll learn: The 4 core ingredients every sale needs (connection, clarity, confidence, curiosity) How order and quantity of those ingredien…

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Episode 13 - What's Playing Small Costing You? 21:46

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In a world obsessed with strategy, tactics, and KPIs, many leaders forget the most important arena they play in — their own mind. This week, Bernadette pulls back the curtain on one of the most overlooked leadership blind spots: the cost of playing small. Are you showing up fully in your career, your relationships, your life? Or are you staying saf…

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3 Steps to Fix the Blind Spots Blocking Your Growth 24:19

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If you’ve ever said, “I’m doing everything right, but it’s not working,” this episode is for you. Genevieve shares a powerful story from the pickleball court (yes, really) that revealed a deep blind spot—and how it applies to your business. She explains why blind spots aren’t a weakness but a turning point, and teaches you how to finally uncover th…

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Episode 12 - Positioning Yourself For Opportunity 20:36

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Are you truly ready for the opportunities life and leadership are trying to hand you — or are you waiting for them to “arrive”? In this powerful episode of The Sales Leader of Influence Show, host Bernardette McClellan unpacks what it really means to position yourself — not just strategically, but emotionally, practically, and energetically — so th…

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How to Think Like a CEO | Playing Business or Building One? 29:24

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Ever feel like you’re showing up, doing the work… but your results don’t match your effort? You might just be a few pumps away from a breakthrough. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve shares a powerful metaphor — the old-school water pump — to reframe how momentum, consistency, and intention fuel lasting business growth. Whether you’r…

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Episode 11- The Leadership Trap Of Need 25:27

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🎙 Are You Leading from Power — or from Need? In this week’s episode of The Sales Leader of Influence Show, Bernardette McClellan uncovers one of the most overlooked traps in leadership — operating from need instead of want. We may think we’re chasing success, pipeline, and performance… but often, what we’re really doing is living in survival mode, …

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How to Sell Naturally - Lessons From a Brazilian Steakhouse Waiter 26:53

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Some of the best sales lessons don’t come from books or scripts—they come from lived experience. This week, Genevieve shares the unforgettable story of a waiter at a Brazilian steakhouse who changed the way she thinks about selling forever. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, you’ll learn how to spot buying signals, serve without chasing, and m…

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The Thank You Files: The World Called In — and Silk Answered 9:06

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Elevate Your Game **I must first apologize for the sound quality of this particular podcast. I had to download a new editing software in order to upload each individual voicemail. While trying to enhance their sound and remove the background noises, it made each voicemail sound a little off and odd. It also raised the background music louder than I…

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Your voice isn’t just sound 29:03

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Dr. Tabatha Russell shares why your greatest asset isn’t your product — it’s your voice. Learn how to speak with conviction, lead boldly, and use your message to build a legacy and shift culture.By Dr. Tabatha Russell

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Episode 10 - Expand Your Influence - True Colours. True North. True Grit. 16:20

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EXPAND YOUR INFLUENCE – True Colours. True North. True Grit.The Sales Leader of Influence Show When markets shift, teams tighten, and confidence wavers - the leaders who rise aren't the loudest… they're the ones with the most clarity and conviction. Because your influence isn't built on authority or title - it's built on how you show up when things…

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TRAILER: The Thank You Files: The World Called In — and Silk Answered 1:00

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Elevate Your Game This week, the mics belong to the listeners. From Houston to Tokyo, Johannesburg to Paris, real people called in to share how Master Silk and China Doll’s advice changed their lives. They talk about everything from walking away from narcissistic partners to surviving family betrayal, leaving the streets, learning to invest, and re…

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TRAILER: Love, Loyalty & the Narcissist Next Door — Smooth Baritone Edition 1:09

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Elevate Your Game 🎙 Love, Loyalty & the Narcissist Next Door” — Smooth Baritone Edition Silk goes solo and pulls coats on narcissists, family boundaries, money traps, and walking away with dignity. 🌍 Featuring questions from Brazil, Canada, Hong Kong, Austria, India, France, Puerto Rico, Germany, and Sweden. **Inside:** • Spot control early and exi…

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Episode 9 -Resourcefulness Over Resources - Leading When Budgets Are Tight 28:24

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Resourcefulness Over Resources - Leading When Budgets Are Tight The Sales Leader of Influence Show When the budget gets slashed, the travel freezes hit, and your team is asked to 'do more with less'… most sales leaders panic. But here's the truth: your influence isn't built on the size of your resources - it's built on your ability to be resourcefu…

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Special Edition: Breaking Chains and Building Futures 16:10

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Elevate Your Game Raw truths hit different when they come straight from someone who's lived them. Master Silk takes the mic solo this week while China handles overseas business ventures, delivering a special episode that cuts through the noise on life's hardest situations. Silk doesn't sugarcoat reality when tackling questions about infidelity, fin…

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Iconic Leaders -Russ 37:06

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Host of the Man Space Podcast and CEO of TMSP Media, Russ sits down with Dr. Tabatha Russell to talk about his career as a podcaster and podcast producer.By Dr. Tabatha Russell

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Trailer: Let Me Pull Your Coat: The Special Edition: Breaking Chains and Building Futures 1:28

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Elevate Your Game 🚨 Special Edition Alert 🚨 China’s away handling business, so I’m on the mic solo—and this one’s different. This ain’t the usual 20 minutes… this is The Silk Special: Breaking Chains, Building Futures. From Vienna to Houston, Milan to Nairobi—real questions came in from around the world, and I’m giving you the full breakdown: 🔑 Che…

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Episode 8 - The Nervous System of Sales Leadership 25:59

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The Nervous System of Sales Leadership The Sales Leader of Influence Show We don’t usually talk about it … but sales leadership is just as physiological as it is tactical. That tight-chested feeling before a forecast review? The slight freeze when the next level up pushes back in the boardroom? The moment you coach your team but your tone gives awa…

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The 4 Sales Personality Types (And How to Grow Into the Most Effective One) 22:28

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Ever feel like sales just isn’t your thing—or worse, like it should be, but somehow never quite clicks? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve gets deeply personal about her rocky start in sales and how she went from “reluctant resistor” to magnetic, world-class seller. You’ll learn: The 4 Sales P…

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Iconic Leaders- Kate House 35:13

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In the very first episode of the Iconic Leaders Podcast, Dr. Tabatha Russell sits down with Kate House, podcast host, author, speaker, and empowerment coach. Together, they dive into Kate’s journey of turning passion into purpose, the power of intentional living, and how taking bold, consistent action can transform your life. This inspiring convers…

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Trailer: Delusions, Hustles, and Hard Truths from the Coat 1:09

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Elevate Your Game 🚨 The inbox went wild this week 🚨 We’re answering the questions y’all were bold enough to ask: 🔥 Why do American women keep posting half-naked pics and twerking? 🔥 Are they really as rude and delusional as the world thinks? 🔥 Why do women lose interest after you’ve given them your best? 🔥 What’s the dumbest thing young hustlers ar…

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Episode 7 - Your Forecast Isn't Broken. Your Role Clarity Is. 26:22

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Your Forecast Isn't Broken. Your Role Clarity Is. with Bernadette McClelland 🎙 The Sales Leader of Influence Show Most sales leaders think missed numbers are about broken CRMs, sandbagging reps, or bad AI tools. But forecasting failures are symptoms. The real problem? Blurred accountability. In this live session of The Sales Leader of Influence Sho…

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How to Follow Up Without Feeling Pushy (Even After Being Ghosted) 33:10

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Ever freeze up when it’s time to follow up — especially when someone hasn’t responded? You’re not alone. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve shares her CARE framework for follow-up conversations that feel respectful, confident, and kind — not desperate. You’ll learn: Why “ghosting” usually means confusion, not rejection A simple follo…

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Erasing Memories, Family Envy & Hard Truths in Love and Business 9:39

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Elevate Your Game Master Silk and Chyna tackle hard-hitting questions from listeners worldwide about loyalty, jealousy, heartbreak, and smart investments. They provide unfiltered guidance on moving past painful relationships, setting boundaries with toxic family members, and building wealth that lasts beyond temporary pleasures. • Chyna confirms he…

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Episode 6 - State Over Strategy 32:26

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🎧 State Over Strategy: The Day Tony Robbins Said ‘You Got The Job!’ A live podcast drop + straight talk for sales leaders who feel the gap between performance and presence 🧭 About This Session: Let’s face it - sales leadership in 2025 is a different game. The targets are tighter. The teams are stretched. The pressure to perform and hold it all toge…

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Episode 5 - The Decision Crisis 22:56

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We’re living in a Decision Crisis. Buyers are hesitating. Leaders are second-guessing. Salespeople are stuck in limbo. And here’s the truth: It’s not because people don’t have enough information, better pricing, or smarter strategies. It’s because the rules of influence have changed. In this live episode of The Sales Leader of Influence Show, Berna…

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Episode 4 - Living Beyond Scarcity 27:30

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G'day everyone! Join me on Wednesday @ 5:00 PM ET End-of-month pressure exposes everything. Some strategies leaders rely on, often without even realizing it, actually create scarcity. Others create abundance. One encourages their people to play small leading to lower results. The other expands both people and results. In this week’s episode of The …

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Episode 3 - The Third Door 22:22

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G'day everyone! You’re standing in a foyer. Three doors. Three futures. One decision. 🚪 Door 1 — Distraction: It feels like momentum… but leads nowhere. 🔁 Door 2 — Default: Where most leaders live. Same quiet frustration, dressed up as progress.. 🔥 Door 3 — Disruption: The door most avoid. Because it demands dropping a part of you. If you’ve been c…

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Episode 2 - Disrupt The Default 32:05

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Good evening everyone! If you’re a sales leader with the capacity, authority, and budget to make change happen, yet your results are circling the same level, then the problem isn’t your talent or skillset. It’s your default. The same meetings. The same conversations. The same measures. And the same results. Join me for a LIVE conversation on: 👉 Why…

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Episode 1 - The Performer Trap 32:07

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Good evening everyone! Are you a high-performing sales leader… who secretly feels like it’s never enough? Welcome to the premiere of The Sales Leader of Influence Show - where we talk straight about what it really takes to lead with soul, spirit… and spine! In this first episode, we dive into ‘The Performer Trap’ - that exhausting loop of overachie…

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Trailer For: Erasing Memories, Family Envy & Hard Truths in Love and Business 1:10

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Elevate Your Game New Episode Drops Sept 16th This one is RAW, UNFILTERED, and in-your-face. We’re talking: Cutting toxic people out of your life Jealous family trying to crush your dreams Why the best sex won’t keep someone loyal Money mistakes that almost cost us everything This ain’t therapy. This is truth with no filter. Set your alarms, family…

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From the Hustle to the Hurt: Legacy, Lies, and the Art of Revenge 11:33

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Elevate Your Game What happens when the hustle no longer serves you? Master Silk pulls no punches in this raw exploration of transformation, betrayal, and the sweetest form of revenge that won't land you behind bars. Drawing from his journey from street hustler to boardroom boss, Silk delivers a masterclass on why fast money burns quickly while leg…

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How to Create Clarity in Sales Conversations (Without Making it Feel Like an Interrogation) - Part 4 35:51

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Ever felt confident starting the conversation — but totally stuck on what to say next? You’re not alone. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve breaks down the second step in her OCAIN™ framework: Clarity — and why it’s the secret to dissolving pressure, building connection, and closing more sales without sounding like a robot. You’ll le…

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Trailer: From the Hustle to the Hurt: Legacy, Lies, and the Art of Revenge 1:33

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Elevate Your Game Premiering September 9, 2025/ 2AM PST-5AM EST 🔥 Playtime is over. This week’s episode is raw, brutal, and unfiltered: 💸 Fast money vs. real legacy. 💔 Parents betrayed by their own kids. 👊 Revenge without catching a case. You don’t wanna miss this one. 🎙 From the Hustle to the Hurt: Legacy, Lies, and the Art of Revenge 📅 Drops Sept…

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How to Open a Sales Conversation Without Sounding Pushy or Weird - Part 3 34:45

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Ever freeze up when it’s time to promote your offer, even when you’re excited? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. You just need a better opener. In this episode of Fix This, Grow Fast, Genevieve breaks down the #1 reason most sales messages get ignored (hint: it’s your first line) — and shares the 4 simple elements that make your outreach sou…

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S7 Ep72: Big Tech Backslide and The 1st Amendment with Civil Rights Attorney Nora Benavidez 49:14

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When platforms profit over people, communities pay the price. In the latest episode of Latinas from the Block to the Boardroom, Theresa E. Gonzales speaks with Nora Benavidez, a Civil Rights and Free Speech Latina attorney fighting for free expression and tech accountability. While Big Tech spends $61.5M on lobbying to avoid this accountability, No…

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Behind the Velvet Rope: China & Master Silk Answer It All 11:20

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Elevate Your Game Raw, unfiltered, and completely fearless – that's what happens when Master Silk and Chyna Doll decide to answer your most intimate questions. From listeners across six continents, we received questions that most podcasters would run from, but we ran toward them with open arms and honest hearts. The sexual confessions start immedia…

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Trailer: Behind the Velvet Rope: China & Master Silk Answer It All 1:41

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Elevate Your Game 🎙️This week, Master Silk and China Doll go all in—no question off limits. From sex positions, guilty pleasures, and wildest places to deep fears, family truths, and money moves—this episode strips it down raw. What you’ll hear: * China’s favorite sexual position & Silk’s balcony adventures * Our wildest places, foods, and fantasie…