Tom and Curt explored the concepts in Curt's book Five Stones for Slaying Giants, focusing on the importance of passion, excellence, vision, value, and confidence in achieving success. They also explored the changing dynamics of communication, particularly in the context of sales, and the need for salespeople to adapt to new technologies and the way younger consumers prefer to gather information. Lastly, they emphasized the importance of deep thinking, curiosity, and humility in personal and professional development, and the value of in-person interactions and mentorship.

More information on Curt:

Curt Tueffert is a professional speaker, professor, author, podcast host, and frequent podcast guest. His combination of content plus high energy makes him an easy choice for subject matter expert in sales, marketing, leadership, customer service, and more.

Curt's work has earned him a Stevie award as well as other accolades. As the VP of Sales Development for a $1.5B Industrial Distributor, Curt works his skills daily on the front lines of sales and marketing.

His website is: https://peaksalesstrategy.com/

Contact him through email here: ctueffert@gmail.com

Imagine ditching the boring office grind and designing killer custom socks from anywhere in the world. That's the life at Sockrates, a company run by the awesome Sam Moses, the founder and CEO of Sockrates, an innovative custom promotional sock provider. Sam unveils his leading disruptive production strategy for creating custom socks with a remote and passionate team. They also explored the impact of automation and AI on business processes, the challenges of managing a remote, creative team, and the importance of maintaining a human touch in their design process. Lastly, they delved into the changing business landscape, the decline of traditional craftsmanship, and the need for a work culture that fosters engagement and motivation. Socrates proves you can build a successful company with a killer culture and a happy team, even if everyone's not in the same building. Who needs cubicles when you've got comfy socks and a passion for awesome design?

You can find more about Sam and Sockrates here: https://sockratescustom.com

Discover how leadership styles are evolving in the era of remote work. Join Tom Dardick and Cheri Mason as they discuss the transformative power of relational leadership in a virtual work environment. In this episode, Cheri shares her journey of leading a large organization through the transition to remote work during the pandemic. Emphasizing the significance of a relational leadership style, Cheri emphasizes how connecting with employees on a personal level fosters trust and engagement. She highlights the crucial role of vulnerability and genuine relationships in both professional success and personal fulfillment. From practical tips on maintaining team cohesion through virtual interactions to the broader impact of empathetic leadership, Cheri provides valuable insights for leaders navigating today's dynamic workplace. Whether you're a seasoned executive or aspiring manager, this episode offers actionable strategies to build resilient, connected teams in a virtual world.