Episodes

Dec. 3, 2024

Sales and Cigars | Communication WTF | Episode 203

Are you struggling to hire and retain top salespeople? Is your sales team missing revenue targets? Head to now. Helix Sales Development's Walter Crosby gets candid on communication - the root cause of most problems.  From upfront agreements to...
Nov. 26, 2024

Sales and Cigars | Isaac Mashman | Unlocking the Power of Personal Branding | Episode 202

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, Walter Crosby sits down with Isaac Mashman, founder of Mashman Ventures, to dive deep into the essentials of personal branding and its unique power in today’s digital marketplace.  Isaac shares insights into...
Nov. 19, 2024

Sales and Cigars | J. Lesperance | Unpacking Intellectual Property with The Patent Baron | Episode 201

Walter Crosby welcomes intellectual property expert J. Lesperance, known as "The Patent Baron." They explore the world of IP for business owners—breaking down trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets. JB’s unique background as both an...
Nov. 12, 2024

Sales & Cigars | Jim Packard | Employee & Client Retention | Episode 200

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, host Walter Crosby sits down with Jim Packard, President of Rainmaker Marketing, Inc. Jim discusses with us insights on customer retention and brand loyalty. He shares his unique strategies for keeping clients...
Nov. 5, 2024

Sales & Cigars | Brad Koch, Business Coach and Former Marine | Episode 199

In this episode, host Walter Crosby sits down with Brad Koch, a business coach with a fascinating journey from the Marine Corps to the world of business coaching. Brad shares powerful insights on transitioning from military to civilian life,...
Oct. 29, 2024

Sales & Cigars Podcast | Marty Fahncke | Stages of Exiting Your Business | Episode 198

In this episode, I sit down with Marty, a seasoned entrepreneur who knows a thing or two about building businesses from the ground up and selling them for big paydays. Marty’s been through it all, from starting a grassroots business in a local...
Oct. 22, 2024

Sales and Cigars Podcast | Taking Ownership of Your Sales Career | Episode 197

Walter Crosby dives deep into personal responsibility when it comes to career development in sales. Drawing from real-life experiences, Walter stresses the importance of taking charge of your own growth, whether you're a salesperson, manager, or...
Oct. 15, 2024

Sales and Cigars Podcast | Solving Sales and Messaging Misalignment | episode 196

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, Walter Crosby dives into one of the most critical issues businesses face: aligning their vision with their sales team's messaging. Walter shares insights on how disconnects in communication between leadership,...
Oct. 8, 2024

Sales & Cigars | Phillip Swan: Insights for CEOs and Entrepreneurs | Episode 195

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, host Walter Crosby engages in an insightful conversation with Phillip Swan, a seasoned entrepreneur and AI expert. Phillip shares his journey from humble beginnings in Scotland to becoming a global leader in...
Oct. 1, 2024

Sales and Cigars | Unlocking Elite Sales Strategies with Gunter Wessels | Episode 194

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, Walter Crosby sits down with Gunter Wessels, Founder of LiquidSMARTS, to delve into the world of elite sales performance. Gunter shares his journey from academia to the trenches of B2B sales, providing a deep dive...
Sept. 24, 2024

Sales & Cigars | The Journey from Sales Producer to Sales Manager with Jeremy Huckaby | Episode 193

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, Walter Crosby sits down with Jeremy Huckaby, Territory Sales Manager at Corrective Asphalt Materials, to explore the nuanced transition from being a top-performing sales producer to leading a team as a sales...
Sept. 18, 2024

Sales & Cigars | Sales Training Without Commitment is a Waste with Derek Baer | Episode 192

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, host Walter Crosby welcomes Derek Baer, Vice President of Corporate Training at Kurlan & Associates. Derek shares his journey from a young caddy learning the ropes of sales to becoming a leader in corporate...
Sept. 17, 2024

Sales & Cigars | Sales Training Without Commitment is a Waste with Derek Baer | Episode 192

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, host Walter Crosby welcomes Derek Baer, Vice President of Corporate Training at Kurlan & Associates. Derek shares his journey from a young caddy learning the ropes of sales to becoming a leader in...
Sept. 16, 2024

Sales & Cigars | Mastering Sales with Gerry Weinberg | Episode 190

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, host Walter Crosby sits down with the legendary Gerry Weinberg, a pioneer in sales training and the mastermind behind countless successful sales professionals in the Metro Detroit area. With over three decades in...
Sept. 10, 2024

Sales & Cigars | The Power of Coaching with Brent Long | Episode 191

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, Walter Crosby sits down with Brent Long, the Founder and Coach at Long on Life and Long Haven Retreat. Brent shares his journey from coaching football to helping business leaders and sales professionals excel...
Aug. 27, 2024

Sales & Cigars | Mastering Sales with Gerry Weinberg | Episode 190

In this episode of Sales and Cigars, host Walter Crosby sits down with the legendary Gerry Weinberg, a pioneer in sales training and the mastermind behind countless successful sales professionals in the Metro Detroit area. With over three decades in...
Aug. 20, 2024

Sales & Cigars | Navigating Business Transitions with Laurie Barkman | Episode 188

Join Walter Crosby in this enlightening episode of "Sales and Cigars" as he sits down with Laurie Barkman, an expert in business transitions and the founder of The Business Transition Sherpa. Laurie shares her extensive experience in mergers and...
Aug. 13, 2024

Sales & Cigars | Colin Hirdman on Entrepreneurship, Authenticity, and the Power of Networking | Episode 187

How do you manage being in business with your best friends? In this episode of Sales and Cigars, host Walter Crosby welcomes Colin Hirdman, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of Monkey Island Ventures. Colin shares his unconventional journey from a...
Aug. 6, 2024

Sales and Cigars | Real Estate Resilience with Kyra Jefferson | Episode 186

In this episode of "Sales and Cigars," host Walter Crosby sits down with Kyra Jefferson, a savvy real estate investor and developer. Kyra shares her remarkable journey from bankruptcy to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur, highlighting the...
July 30, 2024

Sales and Cigars | Building Confidence and Leading Through Change | Episode 185

Join Walter Crosby as he welcomes Danielle Cobo to the Sales and Cigars podcast. Danielle is an esteemed leadership coach, sales trainer, and Best-Selling author and host of "Unstoppable Grit." In this engaging episode, Danielle shares her journey...
July 23, 2024

Sales and Cigars | Unlocking Success with Steven Pivnik | Episode 184

Join host Walter Crosby in this inspiring episode of the "Sales and Cigars" podcast as he sits down with Steven Pivnik, a dynamic entrepreneur and Ironman competitor. Steven shares his journey from dropping out of college to founding a successful...
July 16, 2024

Sales and Cigars | Jon Alwinson | Sales Leader and Author | Episode 183

Join host Walter Crosby as he sits down with Jon Alwinson, sales leader and author of Relentless Sales. In this episode, Jon shares his journey from an entrepreneurial venture in shoe manufacturing to a thriving career in medical device sales....
July 9, 2024

Sales and Cigars | Brian Skillen | Mastering the Art of Publishing | Episode 182

In this episode of "Sales and Cigars," host Walter Crosby sits down with Brian Skillen, a former world-renowned dancer turned publishing expert. Brian shares his fascinating journey from performing on global stages to becoming an Amazon bestselling...
July 2, 2024

Sales and Cigars | Kyle McDowell | Transforming Sales Culture with Stoicism | Episode 181

In this episode, Walter Crosby sits down with Kyle McDowell, founder and CEO of Kyle McDowell Inc, to discuss his book "Begin with We." Kyle shares profound insights into leadership, sales culture, and the pivotal role of ego and gratitude in...