Light Up! With Val
Light Up! With Val is a podcast dedicated to lighting up your path to self-mastery, empowerment, and personal transformation, especially if you are going through life transitioning phase.
In each episode you can find some tools, actionable insights, inspiring stories to break through some obstacles, embark on a journey of self-reinvention and finding your true purpose.
This space is created to remind you about your true power and nature of being a creator of your own reality. Through mastering your body, mind and soul you are capable to tap into a version of yourself who is capable to achieve any desired goals in life.
About Valerie:
Valerie V. Kim, serial entrepreneur, international speaker, best-selling author, mentor, world champion athlete.
Driven by her passion for entrepreneurship, Valerie has dedicated herself to creating projects that seamlessly blend creativity, business acumen, and social impact. With an international background, she possesses a unique ability to expand businesses across global markets. Since 2017, Valerie has been on a mission to empower women to achieve mental, emotional, and financial independence, encouraging them to become architects of their own reality. Leveraging her expertise in reinvention and personal transformation, she has guided countless individuals to revolutionize both their businesses and personal lives. Embarking on her own journey of personal growth, Valerie has achieved remarkable success in both her business ventures and athletic pursuits. From spearheading numerous international projects to conducting over 100 interviews with esteemed figures—including A-list Hollywood celebrities and influencers—Valerie has established herself as a world champion athlete and a beacon of inspiration for those striving for excellence.
Valerie is passionate about helping aspiring and fellow entrepreneurs navigate life transitions—whether it's loss, divorce, career changes, first-time parenting, or other major shifts. She empowers them to reinvent themselves, transform adversities into superpowers, and become true champions in both business and life.
Light Up! With Val
Episode 25: The Heart of Sales: Doug C. Brown on High-Ticket Confidence and Human Connection
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What really makes people say “yes” in a world flooded with funnels, automation, and AI? In this powerhouse episode, we sit down with Doug C. Brown, CEO of CEO Sales Strategies and the sales genius behind $960M+ in revenue. From sweeping floors at age 3 to skyrocketing Tony Robbins’ close rates by 143%, Doug brings a lifetime of real sales wisdom.
We dive deep into:
- The timeless sales truths that still close deals in 2025
- Why emotional intelligence is your secret weapon—and how to build it
- What most entrepreneurs get wrong about funnels and lead gen
- The art of ethical persuasion that doesn’t feel like selling
- And how to earn trust from the very first touchpoint.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just stepping into sales, this episode will transform how you connect, close, and ethically scale. If you're ready to sell without feeling “salesy,” this one’s for you.
Get lit up by Doug’s grounded insights, stories from the sales trenches, and practical tips to build a business that thrives—human to human.
To connect with Doug: https://ceosalesstrategies.com
f you are looking for more alignment, clarity and solid foundation for your business to scale, check our Program: https://ispeakuplightup.com/start-up/
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