Growth doesn’t always look like what you think. Sometimes, it’s not about pushing harder but getting radically honest about what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to shift.

In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on some major moves happening inside PEMA, from how AI is reshaping our daily operations to launching a brand-new lead gen platform, and the internal shifts we’ve made to scale smarter and serve better.

If you're in build mode, you’ll want to hear this. Because the next phase of growth rarely starts with more hustle, it starts with clarity.

Keynotes & Chapter Markers:

Keynotes & Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Intro: A real, raw behind-the-scenes update
01:55 – The big news
04:15 – Reason #1
09:39 – Reason #2
12:02 – Reason #3
14:20 – What to expect in the fall: More value, more impact

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• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

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About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

What if your entire go-to-market strategy had to change overnight?

In this episode, you’ll hear how Ryan Davis, co-founder of People First, pivoted from political influencer marketing to public health campaigns at the height of the pandemic—and used that momentum to scale a thriving agency.

Ryan breaks down how they won high-budget clients, built strong referral pipelines through white-label partnerships, and used newsletters and case studies to close million-dollar deals—without chasing every shiny object.

If you’ve been trying to figure out how to pivot, position, or power up your agency or service-based business, you don’t want to miss this conversation.

Keypoints & Chapter Markers

00:00 – Launching a business… right before the world shut down
04:00 – Finding a “blue ocean” in an overlooked niche
08:13 – Turning case studies into real campaigns
14:35 – The long sales cycle and building trust through newsletters
20:04 – How AI is changing the agency model (and hiring)

Want to connect with Ryan?

People First: https://peoplefirst.cc/

Influencer Impact: https://people1st.substack.com/

The Month In Digital: https://monthindigital.substack.com/

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

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• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

What if the secret to scaling a startup wasn’t raising millions, but creating an ecosystem that lets everyone win?

In this episode of The Takeover, Jake Schoenberger, the Head of Strategy and Operations for Ads at Beehive reveals how he scaled a newsletter platform into a powerhouse with unicorn potential. From his journey at Facebook partnerships to launching and selling Swapstack, Jake breaks down the strategies he used to build and monetize a thriving newsletter ecosystem.

Whether you’re a startup founder, newsletter creator, or marketer looking for new growth ideas, this episode is packed with tactical strategies and inspiring insights.

Keypoints & Chapter Markers:

00:00 – Introduction: Jake’s path from Facebook to Swapstack
01:57 – The birth of Swapstack and newsletter monetization
03:51 – Building traction: How they grew Swapstack from scratch
10:23 – Selling to Beehive and accelerating growth
22:26 – Beehive’s next-level growth strategy and partner ecosystem
33:47 – The long-term vision for Beehive as a unicorn platform
34:43 – How to connect with Jake and Beehive

Connect with Jake: Jake on LinkedIn | Jake on X

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

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• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Ever had a prospect say, “No real problems here…just curious what you do”?

That’s where most sales calls fall apart.

In this final episode of the 5-part B2B Sales Training Series, we walk you through Full Circle Questioning—a 4-step framework designed to turn vague, surface-level responses into real, actionable problems and clear goals you can actually sell to.

You’ll learn how to navigate conversations when prospects are unclear, resistant, or “just browsing,” and how to bring the discussion full circle so that they tell you exactly what needs to change.

Whether you're selling to high-growth companies, impact-driven founders, or skeptical execs, this episode will give you a plug-and-play approach to move deals forward, even when there’s no obvious problem upfront.

Keypoints & Chapter Markers:

00:00 – Intro: What to do when a prospect gives vague answers
01:29 – The 4 Steps
09:37 – When to use Full Circle to dig into the real issue
10:28 – Why clarity of the problem = clarity in closing

New here? Start with Part 1 to MASTER the techniques of B2B Sales.

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

No Problem = No Sale. 

In part 4 of the B2B Sales series, we’ll discuss how to get to the REAL pain and problem your prospect is facing. The reality is people don't get on sales calls just for fun, and as a salesperson if you don't uncover the real problem or challenge your prospect is facing, you won't get the close.

This is an easy, step-by-step way to uncover your prospect’s true pain and challenge (not just what they say on the surface) so you can effortlessly position your service as the solution and close the deal 💸

In this episode, you’ll learn:

00:00 – Intro: Why mastering the problem is everything
01:34 – Step 1: How to open with the “right now” question
06:11 – Step 2: The 3-word probing questions that do all the heavy lifting
09:04 – Step 3: Asking impact questions that unlock urgency
10:23 – Step 4: Labeling the problem and getting full agreement
12:42 – Bonus: What to do when they say, “No problems here”

Listen to The 5-Part B2B Sales Training Series: Start with Part 1 here.

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Yes, you’re using AI, but are you using it ethically and in a way that builds trust?

In this episode, you get a masterclass on ethical technology from James French, the founder of Ludulluu, a pioneering AI governance platform. 

James shares his fascinating journey from leading high-stakes finance deals in West Africa, to transforming a U.S. museum's board through stakeholder-led governance, to now building the trust layer missing in today’s AI revolution. 

He breaks down what AI governance really means, why it's essential for any business using AI, and how trust will become the most valuable currency in the future of tech.

Whether you're an AI builder, user, or investor, this episode gives you a whole new lens on risk, compliance, innovation—and how to do all three without compromise.

Keynotes & Chapter Markers:

[00:00] Introduction:  Why AI Governance Can’t Wait
[08:09] The Turning Point That Led to Ludulluu
[16:15] Practical AI Governance for Business Leaders
[25:55] Why Competing on Trust Will Define the AI Era

Connect with James:

Website: www.ludulluu.com

Email: james@ludulluu.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesafrench

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Your most asked Sales, Scaling and AI questions answered in our 100th episode special!

In this special edition, we go rapid-fire on the most common (and critical) questions we’ve been asked over the years about sales, lead generation, operations, team building, and AI.

If you’re a founder, sales leader, BDR, or just someone scaling a business in 2025, this one’s packed with insights from the front lines of high-growth leadership. You’ll walk away with practical answers you can apply today, and a behind-the-scenes look at some personal aspects of Tim & Cindy

Keypoints & Chapter Markers:

00:00 – Introduction

03:00 – How AI Is Changing Sales in 2025

11:00 – Cold Outreach vs Referrals: What Actually Works

17:45 – Secrets to Building Remote Team Culture

26:30 – Rebuilding Ops from Scratch with AI

Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or just found us — we’re so grateful. Your messages, reviews, and questions fuel everything we do. This podcast is for YOU. Here’s to 100 more!

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

What’s the one thing elite salespeople do differently that average reps miss completely?

In this part 3 of the 5-part B2B Sales Training Series, we break down the entire sales process from start to close. Whether you're selling $50K deals or multi-million dollar contracts, this episode outlines the exact 5-step playbook top B2B sales pros use to warm up prospects, uncover objections early, and keep momentum strong until the deal is signed.

You’ll also get a bonus strategy at the end to double your close rate using value-driven follow-up—so don’t miss it.

Key Points & Chapter Marker

00:00 – Introduction: Full Sales Process from Start to Close

01:27 – Step 1

02:24 – Step 2

03:50 – Step 3

04:46 – Step 4

06:36 – Step 5

08:02 – Bonus

Missed Part 1? Start here »

Wanna know more? Here’s the Part 2….

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Ever feel like you nailed the sales call... but still got ghosted?

In this part 2 of the 5-part B2B Sales Training Series, we dissect the critical middle of every winning sales process. Whether you’re closing $50K contracts or $5M enterprise deals, these frameworks will show you how to lead powerful sales conversations, uncover what really matters to your prospects, and keep deals moving forward with confidence and clarity.

Key Points & Chapter Marker

00:00 – Introduction: Series Kickoff & Episode Overview

01:30 – Discovery Call Frameworks: “Problem Now” vs. “Where Now”

03:25 – Uncovering the Buying Process

04:51 – Pitching So They Sell Themselves

06:44 – Isolating & Handling the Real Objection

09:02 – Follow-Up That Doesn’t Feel Desperate

Missed Part 1? Start here »

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Are you showing up like a boss, a buddy, or a beggar? The way you speak determines your perceived status in every sales interaction.

Welcome to the first part of our special B2B Sales Training Series! Whether you’re a founder, a sales leader, or a quota-carrying rep, this five-part sprint will sharpen your pitch, shorten your sales cycles, and boost your win rate. In this kickoff, Tim breaks down the three most POWERFUL SALES TECHNIQUES every high-performer needs to master..

If you’ve ever felt like a deal slipped away, a pitch fell flat, or a call ran cold, this episode is your reset button.

Keypoints & Chapter Markers

00:00 – Series Intro: What to Expect in These 5 Power-Packed Episodes

01:04 – Technique 1

02:58 – Technique 2

04:14 – Technique 3

06:53 – When to Close Fast vs. When to Nurture the Deal

08:17 – Reminder: You’re Solving a Problem, Not Pitching a Product

09:13 – What to Expect in part 2

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Struggling to scale your lead flow? Here’s the repeatable process we use to consistently generate sales appointments.

After working with over 1,000 businesses and training thousands of entrepreneurs, we know exactly what it takes to build a lead generation system that actually works. This episode is packed with tactical steps you can apply immediately. You'll learn the step-by-step framework to build a scalable lead generation system using direct outreach, LinkedIn, cold email, and virtual assistants. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to optimize an existing outreach process, this episode will show you how to create reliable lead flow and convert more prospects into booked meetings.

Keypoints & Chapter Markers

Introduction

B2B Lead Generation: The Ultimate Lead Generation and Appointment Setting Guide

How We Get 100+ Sales Appointments a Month Using $6hr Setters

How We Get Over 1,000 leads a month WITHOUT ADS

LinkedIn Strategy to get 10x B2B Clients (It's EASY!)

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Ever feel like your message just isn’t landing, no matter how great your offer is? The problem might not be your product... it might be your messaging mismatch.

In this episode, we break down Eugene Schwartz’s legendary 5 Levels of Awareness Framework and show you exactly how to align your marketing and sales messages with where your prospects actually are in their buying journey. 

Whether you're selling via ads, direct outreach, or high-ticket sales calls, mastering this framework will help you convert more leads, close more deals, and crush your growth goals.

Key Points + Chapter Markers

00:00 – Why Your Messaging Isn’t Landing (The Big Mistake Most People Make)

02:56 – Meet Eugene Schwartz: The Legend Behind the Framework

05:20 – The 5 Levels of Awareness: Overview

07:16 – Product-Aware and Most-Aware: What They Need to Buy

20:04 – How to A/B Test Awareness Stages for ROI

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Are AI SDRs just another overhyped tech trend that’s failing businesses?

Companies poured thousands into AI-powered SDRs, hoping to automate cold outreach, book more meetings, and skyrocket sales. But now, 75% of them are ditching their contracts because the results just aren’t there. In this episode, we break down why these AI-powered sales reps are failing and what strategies actually work in 2025 for successful cold email campaigns and direct outreach.

Key Points + Chapter Marker

00:00 – The AI SDR Hype & Why It’s Failing

02:20 – What AI SDRs Were Supposed to Do

03:45 – Major Issue #1

05:09 – Major Issue #2

07:21 – Major Issue #3

09:47 – What’s Actually Working in Cold Email in 2025

15:04 – The Future of AI in Cold Outreach

18:20 – How to Stay Ahead

Resource:
How to Get Leads with Cold Email Marketing

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Are You Using the Right Growth Strategies, or Are You Holding Your Business Back?

What if the secret to scaling your business wasn’t just about working harder, but working smarter with proven tactics from top entrepreneurs who have built multi-million dollar companies?

In today’s episode, we bring you the winning strategies from top entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry experts. In this special guest compilation episode, we’ve gathered the best insights, strategies, and actionable tactics to help you scale your business, build a powerful brand, and dominate your industry.

If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or executive looking to unlock exponential growth, this episode is packed with battle-tested lessons you won’t want to miss.

Keypoints & Chapter Markers:

00:00 - Intro

01:41 - Rob Levin: Delivering Wow Experience Both to Their Talents and Clients

03:45 - Dr. Nicole Garner Scott: Advice to Building Generational Wealth

08:25 - Ford Saeks: Accelerating Growth through Mindset and 3M's (Message, Market, Method)

10:59 - Jim Taugher: From Invisible Firm to Top Place to Work

13:18 - Joe Lazar: How Being Helpful & Making Friends Can Grow Your Business

17:16 - Ken Joslin: How Ken Joslin Used "Authentic Networking" To Do $250M  in Deals

18:52 - Jasen Arias: How To Turn Connections into Clients Using Free Value Lead Magnet

24:52 - Brook Maclean: Scaling Business While Staying on a Mission

29:06 - Elena Cardone: A Couple’s Framework to Building a Billion-Dollar Empire

32:59 - Amanda Lucey: How Amanda Built the Southeast's Fastest-Growing Female Agency

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Are you scaling your business the right way? Many entrepreneurs focus on top-line revenue but neglect profitability.

In this episode, Jessica Marx, founder of Tailored Premier and host of Millions Were Made podcast, shares how to scale your business effectively while keeping profits high and building a motivated sales team. Jessica has led sales teams of over 500 individuals with a $150 million budget and brings a wealth of knowledge on scaling businesses profitably. She shares how businesses can shift from chasing revenue to building a strong foundation for sustainable, profitable growth.

If you’re looking to build a sales team that drives real revenue while keeping operations lean, this is the episode for you!

00:00 - The Power of a Profitable Business Model

05:12 - The Biggest Mistake Companies Make When Scaling

09:40 - Building a Scalable & Profitable Sales Team

15:42 - The Role of Sales Culture in Driving Growth

17:53 - Profit vs. Revenue: The Key to Scaling Sustainably

19:05 - How to Identify & Maximize Profitable Clients

24:35 - Selecting the Right Clients for Long-Term Growth

32:07 - Where to Connect with Jessica Marx

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicamarx/?hl=en
Website:  https://tailoredpremier.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicamarxbizcoach/

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Are you struggling to close deals despite having great leads? It might not be the leads—it could be your sales process.

In this episode, we reveal the 5 critical sales mistakes that are secretly sabotaging your team’s success. 

These are the common pitfalls that most salespeople fall into, preventing them from converting high-quality prospects into paying clients.

Fix these and watch your team get more deals through the finish line. Fast.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

00:00 - The Power of Quality Questions

01:24 - Mistake #1

04:12 - Mistake #2

09:52 - Mistake #3

13:08 - Mistake #4

17:02 - Mistake #5

27:35 - Recap of Key Takeaways

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Do you know your company's Client Acquisition Cost (CAC)? If not, you’re likely making decisions in your marketing and sales efforts with incomplete data.

In this episode, we’re breaking down step-by-step how to calculate CAC, debunking common misconceptions, and explaining why understanding this number is CRITICAL to scaling your business profitably.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear step-by-step guide to determine your CAC and make more data-driven decisions to scale your business effectively.

Episode Highlights

00:00 – Why the Most Profitable Companies Know Their CAC Inside and Out
01:50 – The Right vs. Wrong Way to Approach Your CAC Calculation
04:12 – How One Business Grew by 35% Year Over Year by Mastering CAC
08:04 – 5 Simple Steps to Calculate Your CAC
11:38 – Why You Need to Segment Your CAC by Lead Source
15:47 – How to Measure CAC Against Lifetime Value (LTV) for Maximum Profitability
19:22 – How to Optimize and Scale Based on Your CAC Data

Resources: 

Episode 71: Marketing For Dummies: The No-Nonsense Guide to Marketing Terms!

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Do you have the right key players and partners in your corner to supercharge your sales & revenue? Find out whether a Business Development Rep (BDR), Sales Development Rep (SDR), or outsourced lead gen is the best move for your sales growth!

In this episode, we break down the key differences between these roles, the pros and cons of each approach, and how to determine the best sales strategy for your company. Whether you're looking to scale outbound prospecting, convert more inbound leads, or streamline your sales process, we’ll help you cut through the confusion and make an informed decision.

By the end of this episode, you'll have a clear framework to choose the right strategy and avoid costly mistakes.

Key Topics + Chapter Markers:

[00:00] Introduction – Why your sales structure matters
[00:54] What’s the difference between a BDR, SDR, and outsourced lead generation?
[02:50] The role of a Business Development Rep (BDR) – Pros & cons
[08:07] How a Sales Development Rep (SDR) improves inbound conversion
[14:55] Do you have enough inbound leads to justify hiring an SDR?
[18:04] Why outsourcing lead generation can be a game-changer
[26:54] Common pitfalls when hiring sales reps & how to avoid them
[31:09] What most businesses get wrong about sales hiring
[40:25] Which model is best for your business?

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

What does it take to grow a business by 700% in just three years—without outside investment?

In this episode, we dive deep into the strategies that transformed a bootstrapped startup into a high-growth company, Developers.net, led by Emilio Baez and Doug Loyo. From founder-led sales to building a full-scale marketing machine, discover the exact steps to dominate B2B sales, hire top-tier talent, and leverage AI for unstoppable business growth.

If you want to double or triple your business every year—even without investors—you can’t miss this episode.

Key Topics & Chapter Markers:

[00:00] The Journey to 700% Growth
[06:04] From Software Engineers to Building a Staffing Empire
[11:03] Strategic Growth: Conferences, Cold Outreach & Hiring
[16:00] The Recruitment Process: Finding Top Talent in Latin America
[19:37] The Future of AI, Tech Hiring & Business Growth
[28:50] Final Advice for Entrepreneurs on Scaling & Staying Competitive

Resources & Connect with Our Guests:

Developers.net – Get the best nearshore software talent for your company → www.developers.net
Email Doug – Douglas@developers.net
Email Emilio – Emilio@developers.net
Book Recommendation: Traction by Gino Wickman – Traction-Get-Grip-Your-Business

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Ever had a great sales call, sent the proposal, and got ghosted? Learn how to guide them step-by-step to a signed deal with these actionable B2B sales strategies!

If you're looking to master the art of B2B selling, this episode is for you. We share the top strategies we’ve implemented in our business to secure mid-market and enterprise clients with consistency. These techniques have been fine-tuned through working with over 1,000 B2B clients and are designed to help you build trust, maintain momentum, and close deals more effectively. Whether you're just getting started in B2B sales, or you’re already selling to mid-market and enterprise companies and just want to level up your sales skill set, this episode will help you achieve greater success in your B2B sales.

Key Topics + Chapter Markers:

[0:00] Introduction
[1:05] Momentum is Key
[10:00] Team-to-Team Selling
[17:10] Asking the Right Questions

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Are You Sacrificing Your Health for Success? In this episode we dissect how Kerrie Lee Brown Overcame a Life-Changing Crisis to Achieve Balance, Boost Energy, and Dominate in Business!

Kerrie Lee Brown, CEO and founder of Red Lily Media and VP of Media & Editor-in-Chief at Success Magazine, discusses the art of achieving balance while excelling in business and life. After facing a life-changing health crisis—a heart attack at age 39—Kerrie transformed her approach to work, wellness, and leadership. Her journey is a testament to how intentional living and prioritizing self-care can fuel both personal and professional success.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[00:00] Introduction: The Pursuit of Balance While Scaling Success

[02:17] Transforming Success Magazine for a New Era

[15:12] Kerrie’s Entrepreneurial Journey with Red Lillie Media

[18:38] Turning a Health Crisis into a Life Mission

[23:16] Practical Steps to Create a Balanced Life

[28:14] Intentional Living: The Key to Energy and Success

[34:17] Proactive Strategies for Reducing Stress

Connect with Kerrie and Resources:

Kerrie Lee Brown’s Book: “My Heart Myself: A Heartfelt Guide for Women Who Do Too Much”

Storytelling Platform: Red Lily Life

Success Magazine: Success.com

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Are you currently using A.I. in your lead-generation process? If not, lock into this episode!

We’re breaking down how to leverage AI to find, qualify, and close more deals in the competitive B2B space. We explore how AI can amplify your copywriting, streamline lead qualification, and revolutionize your sales process faster and more efficiently than ever before. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, sales leader, or marketer, this episode is packed with tips to help you stand out, even in the noisiest markets.

Lock in to learn how to add more qualified leads and close them using these simple yet effective techniques.

Key Points + Chapter Markers

• [00:00] Why AI is a Game-Changer for B2B Sales
• [03:10] Adding Personalization at Scale
• [06:22] Using AI to Qualify Leads
• [10:12] AI-Enhanced Sales Calls and Strategies
• [13:54] AI for Personalized Follow-Ups

Listen to these episodes on B2B Lead Generation: 

B2B Lead Generation: The Ultimate Lead Generation and Appointment Setting Guide

LinkedIn Strategy to get 10x B2B Clients (It's EASY!)

The Marketing Strategy Our 8 & 9 Figure Clients Use to Scale Clients Fast

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

"If you’re not growing, you’re dying. Business is organic, and evolution is the only way forward."
-Amanda Lucey

In this episode, learn how Amanda has landed big-name clients like Coca-Cola, Ferrari, and Intercontinental Hotels by fostering a culture of innovation, curiosity, and strategic adaptability. Amanda Lucey is the owner of Atlanta’s oldest privately held marketing agency and one of the fastest-growing female agency leaders in the Southeast. She unpacks her unique approach to scaling businesses, retaining high-value clients, and using challenges as opportunities for growth.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or marketing professional, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways on thriving in dynamic times.

Key Points + Chapter Markers:

00:00 – Introduction (The Only Constant is Change)

04:03 – Building a Purpose-Driven Agency

08:16 – Aligning Leadership with Vision

12:29 – Client Acquisition and Retention Mastery

17:21 – Innovation as a Retention Strategy

24:02 – Lessons in Leadership and Crisis Management

30:53 – Introducing ‘Upheaval’

Connect with Amanda:

Book “Upheaval” - Amazon
Website -  https://amandalucey.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandalucey/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/amanda.r.lucey/

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

What does 2025 have in store for the marketing industry? What marketing trends are transforming how we do business, and more importantly, how your customers engage with your business?

In this episode, we break down the top 5 marketing trends for 2025 that will redefine how brands connect with their audience and drive results.This episode is your roadmap to staying competitive and thriving in the year ahead.

Whether you’re a marketer, business owner, or entrepreneur, these strategies will position you for success in an increasingly noisy digital landscape. Plus, learn actionable tips to adopt these trends today!

Key Highlights:

[00:00] The Rise of AI Across Every Business Function

[05:00] Personalization at Scale

[09:00] Elevating Customer Lifetime Value (CLV)

[14:00] Cutting Through the Noise

[18:00] Becoming a First Adopter

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover

Are you ready to skyrocket your SaaS company's leads and scale faster than ever? 

If you're running a Software or SaaS company, generating quality leads is critical for your growth. In this episode, we break down the 6 BEST LEAD GENERATION TACTICS that work like magic for SaaS and software businesses. These strategies are designed to help you connect with decision-makers, drive more demos, and close more deals. Plus, we share a BONUS TACTIC at the end that can amplify all your lead generation efforts.

What you’ll discover: 

[00:00] – The Key to SaaS Lead Generation

[01:52] – Tactic #1

[05:30] – Tactic #2

[08:37] – Tactic #3

[11:39] – Tactic #4

[15:26] – Tactic #5

[18:37] – Bonus Tip for getting leads for your SaaS company

Download The Free Outbound Sales Playbook:

• Master cold outreach, close more deals & drive revenue to your business using The Outbound Sales Playbook. Battle-tested on over 1,000+ businesses and proven with over 100M data-points, this Free E-book will give you the tools you need for predictability and scalability in your marketing and sales efforts. Disclaimer: Only download if you want more customers!

Join The Takeover Community:

• Sign up for The Takeover newsletter and get the latest marketing tips, sales strategies, and business insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of entrepreneurs & high-performers dominating all areas of Sales & Marketing. Sign up for the newsletter.

About The Hosts:

• Tim & Cindy Dodd are the Co-founders of PEMA.io, based out of Miami, FL. Connect with Tim and Cindy: Instagram

About PEMA.io:

• PEMA.io is a Inc 5000 Outbound Marketing Agency specializing in Enterprise Sales & Appointment Setting. With over 7-years and 1,000+ clients served in the industry, PEMA is the leading agency for cold outreach appointments & systems. Learn more about PEMA.io here: www.pema.io/discover