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Find My Catalyst Podcast
by Mike Simmons
We all have problems we are looking to solve. We know that there are solutions out there, but we struggle with this. How do we find the solution, where does the nudge come from to help us take the next step, and start solving tough problems. The intention of this podcast is to help you find your catalyst and take that next step.The Find My Catalyst Podcast is a weekly podcast with Catalyst Sale founder Mike Simmons. We discuss real stories with practical application, in the context of leadership, problem solving, decision making, thinking, goal setting and execution.Other topics discussed include - Systems, Frameworks, Sales Strategy, Revenue Operations, Training, Onboarding, Sales Enablement, Organization Enablement, Workforce Development, Coaching, and Mentoring.
Episodes
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Stanley Cup Playoffs - Round II Predictions
The Stanley Cup Playoffs are heating up, and Mike Simmons is joined by Jacquelyn Nicholson and Constantine Johns to break down every Round 2 matchup, react to the drama from Round 1, and make bold predictions for the road to the Stanley Cup Final. From Colorado Avalanche hype and Buffalo Sabres...
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From RevOps to VP of Sales: Building Aligned, High-Performing Teams with Ryan Milligan
Ryan Milligan is the VP of Sales at QuotaPath, where he leads sales within a unified go-to-market organization alongside marketing and revenue operations. His career spans Wayfair, data science, performance marketing, and RevOps, giving him a systems-driven approach to sales leadership. Ryan...
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Sales Fundamentals: Real Talk with Matt Ferguson
Matt Ferguson is a seasoned sales leader and coach with a global reach, having worked with clients in over seven countries. Known for his direct, story-driven teaching style, Matt focuses on sales fundamentals, leadership alignment, and the importance of clear communication. He joins the podcast…
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Why Most Sales Teams Fail: Marcus Chan on Root Cause Thinking
Marcus Chan is the founder of Venli Consulting Group and a top sales coach known for transforming underperforming teams into high-performing machines. With a background that spans individual sales excellence and large-scale team leadership, Marcus brings a laser focus to diagnosing the real...
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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Jamie Vinck on Coping, Addiction & Life Transitions
Jamie Vinck is a seasoned behavioral health executive, therapist, and author of The Rehab Playbook. With a background in corporate HR and a powerful personal journey through family, leadership, and loss, Jamie brings a unique blend of clinical insight and real-world business acumen. As the CEO of...
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The 4 Levers of Negotiation: with author Todd Caponi
Todd Caponi is a sales historian, author, and transparency advocate. With decades of experience in leadership and sales strategy, Todd is best known for transforming how people think about negotiation. His latest book, "The Four Levers of Negotiation," introduces a refreshingly honest,...
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DeShawn Wynn - Events, Planning, Execution, and the Power of Retreats
DeShawn Wynn is a veteran event strategist, entrepreneur, and transformational retreat leader. With nearly 30 years of event planning experience and 15 years as the founder of Winning Touch Event Design, she blends logistics and heart-centered transformation. Her mission? To help people pause…
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Relationship Currency - with Author Ravi Rajani
Ravi Rajani is a master of impactful communication, storytelling, and leadership development. He is the author of Relationship Currency and helps professionals unlock their influence through the power of intentional storytelling. From theater and investment banking to keynote stages and coaching...
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DevLearn Prep - with Brent and Mike
Mike Simmons and Brent Schlenker are learning and enablement veterans with a deep passion for helping professionals connect, prepare, and get the most out of events. Mike brings expertise in sales enablement and field learning, while Brent is a long-time learning and development (L&D) leader…
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Custom-Fit with Author Kate Morgan
Kate Morgan is the author of Custom-Fit, and the founder of BostonHCP. She is a no-nonsense, passionate voice in the world of HR, culture, and team development. With a background in scaling teams, Kate focuses on helping small business owners build thriving organizations from the inside out.…
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From Parks to Boardrooms: Leadership Lessons from Nature with Donald Forgione and Mike Simmons
Donald Forgione — Former Director of 175 Florida State Parks, with 40+ years in ecotourism, leadership, and public service. Now a business owner, speaker, and coach, Donald connects leadership lessons from nature to business. Mike Simmons — Founder of Find My Catalyst, leadership coach, and sales...
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Fidel Cache Flow on Anonymity, Job Stacking, and Leadership in Tech Sales
Fidel Cache Flow is an account executive at a public company and an influential voice in the "burner verse" – the world of anonymous social media accounts. Through his Twitter profile, he openly shares unfiltered takes on tech sales, job stacking, leadership, and career strategies, while also...
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Why Accurate Sales Forecasts Are Overrated with Bill Kantor
Bill Kantor is the co-founder of Funnelcast, a forecasting platform designed to help businesses understand, optimize, and act on their sales pipelines. With decades of experience in sales operations and revenue analytics, Bill is on a mission to shift how companies use forecasting — from chasing...
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Selling to Farmers & Leading with Empathy: Lessons in Rural Sales from Sinjin Cramer
St. John "Sinjin" Cramer is a dynamic sales strategist, keynote speaker, and host of the Rural Sales Success podcast. A UK native now based in New Zealand, Sinjin helps businesses understand how to sell with empathy, especially in high-stakes, rural environments. His philosophy? Stop selling.…
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Skip the Rookie Mistakes - Podcast Mastery Tips from Seth Goldstein
Seth Goldstein is a 15-year podcast pro, coach, and former journalist. He runs "Podcast Mastery" and helps new hosts skip common mistakes. Seth's big message: have a simple plan, keep the show real, and hit record—because action is the true catalyst. "If you have a plan and a cadence, it works....
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The ADHD Boss: Clear Communication and Why Coaching Matters
Mike Simmons, founder of Catalyst and host of the "Find Your Catalyst" podcast, returns for a solo Q&A session. In this episode, he explores how ADHD shows up in leadership, strategies for clear communication, and why coaching is an essential part of personal and business growth. Mike shares...
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The Hidden Power of Marketing Ops: Why It's More Than Just Execution with Mike Rizzo
Mike Rizzo is the founder of MarketingOps.com and the vibrant Mo Pros community—a 6,500+ member strong network dedicated to elevating marketing operations professionals. With a background in martech and a passion for building systems that scale, Mike champions the art of connecting strategy,...
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GTM Engineering Explained: Automation, AI & Fearless Thinking with Benyamin Holley
Benyamin Holley is a "GTM engineer" who blends technical tools and creative problem-solving to revolutionize go-to-market strategies. With a background in music tech and a passion for scrappy, AI-driven workflows, Benyamin brings a fresh, practical approach to solving sales and operations…
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The Sales CONTRARIAN - Steve Heroux
Steve Heroux is a sales thought leader, author of The Sales Contrarian, and founder of The Sales Collective. Known for his humorous and no-fluff approach, Steve challenges outdated sales methodologies and champions a people-first philosophy. With roots in comedy and admiration for icons like Bob...
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Totality 2025: Reinventing the Sales Conference Experience - Dale Dupree
Dale Dupree is the founder of The Sales Rebellion and a dynamic thought leader in modern sales. Known for his rebellious mindset and deeply human approach, Dale challenges traditional business thinking. He shares his love for nature, the power of curiosity, and his vision for Totality—a...
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Why Fractional Leaders Drive Faster Business Impact with Tim Dyck - 446
Tim Dyck is the founder of Best Culture Solutions and a seasoned expert in leadership development, employee engagement, and culture transformation. With a strong background in designing meaningful customer and team experiences, Tim is passionate about helping businesses thrive through intentional...
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2025 Stanley Cup Finals - Constantine, Jacquelyn, Mike
Jacquelyn: "It honestly looked like a high school or college team was playing a professional team." Constantine: "Passion. Commitment. Tenacity. These guys live and breathe this shit." The crew recaps Round 2 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, confessing their inaccurate picks and celebrating...
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2025 NHL Conference Finals Breakdown: Picks, Passion & Predictions
This lively roundtable features hockey fans Mike, Constantine, and Jacqueline as they break down the 2025 NHL Conference Finals. From unexpected losses to bold predictions and favorite hockey movies, their passionate insights and friendly banter bring energy to every play and player discussed.…
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Round Two - Stanley Cup Playoffs - Predictions and Reflections
This episode features a lively, hockey-fueled roundtable with Jacquelyn Nicholson, Constantine Johns, and host Mike Simmons. The trio dives into the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, sharing personal stories, team loyalties, spirited banter, and insightful predictions—all through the...
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The Accidental CISO - Anonymous Accounts and Security
The Accidental CISO (AC) is an anonymous voice in cybersecurity who stumbled into the Chief Information Security Officer role through a mix of timing, skill, and necessity. With a background in IT operations and service delivery, AC found unexpected purpose, community, and a platform for candid...
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Inside the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Predictions, Picks, and Passion for Hockey Fans
"It is playoff hockey time—the best time of year." "If you're not a hockey fan, become one during the playoffs; the intensity is absolutely amazing." "Find a player, find a team, find a story—and enjoy your playoff hockey journey." Mike and Jacqueline break down the opening round of the 2025 NHL...
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Experience and Expertise - Matter in the Hiring and Fractional World
Mike Simmons is a leadership and operations expert who helps organizations drive growth through clarity and execution. He leads initiatives through Find My Catalyst, offering services in leadership, revenue, and operations. Tim Dyck brings deep experience in recruitment and people strategies. He…
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The Perception Formula: How to Build Trust and Influence with Shira Abel
Shira Abel is a marketing and sales expert with over 25 years of experience, having built a seven-figure agency specializing in account-based marketing (ABM). She is the creator of the Perception Formula, a framework that helps people understand trust, communication, and decision-making in…
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Why Your Hiring & Onboarding Process is Broken – Christina Brady on Fixing It
Christina Brady is a sales leader, entrepreneur, and the CEO of Luster.ai, a company dedicated to measuring and improving sales proficiency through AI. With 18 years of experience in sales, she is passionate about fixing broken hiring and onboarding processes and enabling professionals to…
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Mindset, Resilience, and the Power of Small Steps with Jordan Benjamin
Jordan Benjamin is a mindset and sales expert passionate about helping people unlock their full potential. With a background in sales leadership and coaching, Jordan shares insights on resilience, professional growth, and the power of mindset. He emphasizes the importance of taking action,...
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Leading Up, Across & Down: Mastering Leadership at Every Level - and How to Work with Mike Simmons
In this episode, host Mike Simmons dives into the complexities of leadership—how to lead up to difficult leaders, work effectively across teams, and lead teams with clarity and purpose. Mike shares personal experiences, leadership philosophies, and actionable strategies to help listeners navigate...
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Podcasting, Creating Magic, and Building What's Next with Jody Maberry - 436
Jody Maberry is a seasoned podcaster, content creator, and business strategist known for his work with high-profile executives like Lee Cockerell. He has helped launch and grow numerous podcasts, build impactful courses, and guide senior executives in shaping their post-corporate careers. In this...
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Why More Companies Are Using Fractional Executives (And Should You?) - 435
Tim Dyck is an expert in HR and recruiting, specializing in fractional leadership—a growing approach that helps organizations get high-level expertise without committing to full-time hires. As the founder of Best Culture Solutions, Tim provides fractional HR services to help businesses build…
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Faith, Sales, and the Power of "And" – A Conversation with Morgan Ingram - 434
Morgan Ingram is a sales strategist, content creator, and keynote speaker known for his innovative approach to outbound sales and personal branding. A three-time guest on the podcast, Morgan shares insights on continuous experimentation, leveraging LinkedIn for business growth, and the importance...
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Mastering Feedback: Leadership Lessons with Heli Nehama-Ozery
Heli Nehama-Ozery, an expert in leadership development and organizational design, dives into the transformative power of feedback in leadership. From strategies for giving and receiving feedback to using it as a catalyst for growth, Heli shares her insights on creating cultures that thrive on...
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AI in Leadership Coaching: Pianpian Xu Guthrie's Vision for the Future
Pianpian Xu Guthrie is an innovator at the intersection of AI and leadership coaching. With a background in product management at companies like Ticketmaster and GoDaddy, Pianpian has translated her experiences into building AI tools designed to enhance workplace collaboration and individual...
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AI tools, thinking, agents, and GTM Efficiency - Coach K
Coach K (Jonathan) is an AI and Enablement expert and business consultant, deeply engaged in how emerging technology reshapes industries. Known for his sharp insights into leveraging AI for efficiency, scalability, and innovation, Jonathan shares transformative ideas about staying ahead in a...
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2025 Kickoff - What's New and What's Next
In this solo episode, host Mike Simmons kicks off 2025 with a focus on leadership, personal growth, and impactful goals. Drawing from experiences in business, family, and life, Mike shares insights into building better leaders, fostering collaboration, and addressing the persistent leadership…
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Finding Freedom: Vincent Pugliese on Experiences, Connection, and Living Fully
Vincent Pugliese, a former sports photographer turned entrepreneur, shares his transformative journey of creating meaningful experiences, building connections, and inspiring others to live with intention. From his spontaneous trip to the Rose Bowl to the deeply personal lessons learned from his...
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2024 Reflections - Stop Start Continue - with Mike Simmons
Mike Simmons, founder of Find My Catalyst, reflects on 2024's milestones, challenges, and lessons learned. He dives into leadership, communication clarity, and strategies for personal and professional growth while sharing insights on building the Leader Lab and addressing leadership challenges....
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Golf, Community, Business, and Life with Terence Daniels
Terence Daniels is an experienced golfer, community-builder, and business strategist. A former college athlete, Terence shares how his love for golf evolved into a passion for connecting people and leveraging lessons from the sport to enhance both personal and professional growth. He recently...
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A.I. - Tools, Use Cases, Practical Application, and Risks with Jonathan Moss
Jonathan Moss, a thought leader in AI and emerging technologies, dives into how AI can help streamline processes, empower individuals, and unlock creative potential. As a passionate advocate for leveraging AI as a "thought partner," Jonathan shares insights on practical use cases, the future of…
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Better Meetings: Using the Jobs to Be Done Framework with Mike Simmons
Mike Simmons explores the art of effective meetings using a "Jobs to Be Done" framework. As a leadership coach and expert in organizational dynamics, Mike breaks down common meeting challenges, offers actionable strategies, and introduces practical tools for fostering clarity, engagement, and...
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Three Hiring Mistakes and How to Solve Them - Tim Dyck and Mike Simmons
Tim and Mike dive into the challenges businesses face in hiring, the importance of leadership, and how fractional leadership can be a game-changer for organizations. They explore common hiring pitfalls, misconceptions about experience and skills, and the role mindset plays in leadership and...
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Lead Generation and Leadership for Business Growth with John Karsant
John Karsant, founder of LevelUp Leads, shares his journey from tennis coaching to establishing a successful lead generation agency. With years of experience in sales development, John provides insights on building pipelines, hiring sales development representatives (SDRs), and the importance of...
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Three tools to improve your leadership capabilities today - with Mike Simmons
Mike Simmons, leadership advisor, coach, guide and host of the "Find My Catalyst" podcast, emphasizes self-leadership as the foundation for guiding others. With years of experience helping leaders and teams achieve alignment and success, Mike shares actionable tools and insights for effective...
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Better Meetings through Jobs to Be Done, Design, Planning, and Execution - with Mike Simmons
Mike Simmons explores the intersection of leadership and meetings, focusing on how intentional planning and effective communication transform gatherings into powerful catalysts for success. He shares insights on running impactful meetings, leveraging collaboration, and cultivating leadership from...
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How to Create Video that Makes an Impact with Tiger Joseph
Tiger Joseph is the founder of Video Builders, a company that helps businesses create effective video content for B2B audiences. With a background in documentary filmmaking, Tiger emphasizes authentic storytelling and concise messaging, aiming to connect on an emotional level with viewers. Key...
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From Cold Calls to Connections: James Buckley on the Art of Contextual Sales
James Buckley, sales leader and host of the Daily Sales Show via Sell Better brings energy and passion to the world of sales. Known for his insightful, high-energy hosting style, James leverages daily interactions with sales experts to provide accessible advice for both new and seasoned sales...
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Humility, Burnout, and Finding Balance with Jeff Bajorek
"You can't reflect on what you're going to do or what you've read in a book. You have to go out there and do the work." "Humility is realizing that I was trying to be pretty good at a lot of things, but you can't be great at everything." "You don't realize how burned out you are until you stop…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We all have problems we are looking to solve. We know that there are solutions out there, but we struggle with this. How do we find the solution, where does the nudge come from to help us take the next step, and start solving tough problems. The intention of this podcast is to help you find your catalyst and take that next step.The Find My Catalyst Podcast is a weekly podcast with Catalyst Sale founder Mike Simmons. We discuss real stories with practical application, in the context of leadership, problem solving, decision making, thinking, goal setting and execution.Other topics discussed include - Systems, Frameworks, Sales Strategy, Revenue Operations, Training, Onboarding, Sales Enablement, Organization Enablement, Workforce Development, Coaching, and Mentoring.
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Mike Simmons
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We all have problems we are looking to solve. We know that there are solutions out there, but we struggle with this. How do we find the solution, where does the nudge come from to help us take the next step, and start solving tough problems. The intention of this podcast is to help you find your...
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Find My Catalyst Podcast is created and hosted by Mike Simmons.
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