The Savage Edge
Hosted by Gerry Savage, The Savage Edge Podcast is where real-world sales experience meets leadership philosophy, mindset mastery, and a never-quit mentality. With decades of hard-earned wisdom in orthopedic sales, Marine Corps discipline, and coaching through horses and human behavior, Gerry brings you conversations that go far beyond quotas and cold calls.
Each episode blends tactical advice with deeper insights into what it really takes to succeed—personally and professionally—in today’s fast-evolving sales landscape. From mastering communication styles to leading with presence and purpose, Gerry shares lessons from his journey and invites top performers to do the same.
Whether you're just getting started in sales or you're a seasoned leader looking for a new edge, this podcast will help you sharpen your skills, grow your influence, and lead with intent.
Because success in sales—and in life—isn’t about perfection.
It’s about resilience, relationships, and showing up with purpose.
Episodes
17 episodes
Episode 17: Listening is the First Step to Leadership and Sales Success
In this episode of The Savage Edge, Doc Savage reflects on the power of listening—especially in a world that often shouts louder than it hears. Drawing lessons from the late Charlie Kirk’s ability to speak his mind while al...
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Episode 16: Carpe Diem – Winning in the Fourth Quarter
Carpe Diem – Winning in the Fourth QuarterAs we approach the final stretch of the year, the fourth quarter becomes the proving ground. In this episode, I share how journaling keeps you centered, why writing things down drives real...
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Episode 15 Thinking on Your Feet Starts in Your Seat | The Real Reason Top Salespeople Never Freeze
They say think on your feet. But here’s the truth: the best leaders, reps, and operators don’t wing it — they prepare.In this episode of The Savage Edge, Doc Savage breaks down why sharp thinking in the heat ...
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Episode 15
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12:10
Episode 14 The Savage Edge Podcast 🎙️ | With Abbie Gibson | What does it take to turn a lifelong passion into a thriving business?
The Savage Edge Podcast 🎙️ | Episode with Abbie GibsonWhat does it take to turn a lifelong passion into a thriving business?In this episode, I sit down with Abbie Gibson, owner of Midway Sport Horses, my coach, and a...
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20:22
Episode 12 You Can’t Flip Life Like an Hourglass — But You Can Change the Next Chapter
Being truly present in the moment opens our eyes to more opportunities, richer experiences, and deeper clarity — just like a paradigm shift where you suddenly see a picture in a whole new way.💡 In this episode of The Savage Edge, I talk...
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Episode 11 AI Can’t Replace the Real You – Why Human Connection Still Wins
In this episode of The Savage Edge, Gerry Savage dives into one of today’s most talked-about topics — AI and human connection. Joined by Hendricks, Jerry shares his personal experience using AI tools in consulting and training, ...
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Episode 11
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7:51
🎙️ Episode 10 – Patience, Presence, and the Power of the Pause
In this episode of The Savage Edge, Gerry Savage gets honest about something every high performer faces—but few talk about: anxiety, impatience, and how stress silently chips away at our presence.Gerry shares personal ins...
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Episode 9 The Power of Validation: Lessons from Hendricks the Horse
In this episode of The Savage Edge, I takes you back to the round pen—this time with Hendricks, a calm and observant quarter horse who teaches us something most salespeople forget: the power of validation.You’ve done the pre-call planni...
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Episode 9
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Episode 8 – Handling Objections: When the Real Work Begins
🎙️ Episode 8 – Handling Objections: When the Real Work BeginsIn this episode of The Savage Edge, Gerry Savage gets real about something every sales professional faces—but few handle well: objections.You’ll l...
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10:21
Episode 7 Sales Isn't About Closing, It's About Building Relationships!
🎙️ Episode 7 – The Four Pillars in ActionIn this episode of The Savage Edge, Gerry Savage brings the Four Pillars of Sales—Honesty, Integrity, Knowledge, and Genuine Interest in People—into real-world...
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Episode 6 – Relationships That Last: The Real Work of Sales and Leadership
In this episode of The Savage Edge, Gerry Savage cuts through outdated sales tactics to talk about what really drives growth: genuine relationships.This isn't about pitching products—it's about knowing people. ...
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Episode 6
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20:14
The Savage Edge Episode Recap: Vision, Identity, and the Road to Purpose
in this special recap episode, Gerry Savage looks back at the first five episodes of The Savage Edge—connecting the powerful themes that have resonated most: vision, imposter syndrome, clarity, and purpose. From the lessons of unmaskin...
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10:14
Episode 5 The Discipline to Dream
In this episode of The Savage Edge, Gerry gets brutally honest about what separates people who chase their dreams from those who just talk about them: discipline.You’ll hear how purpose fuels focus, how ...
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Episode 5
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21:20
Episode 4 – The Power of Purpose: How Your Why Discerns Your Destiny
Are you doing your life’s work—or just checking the boxes?In this episode of The Savage Edge, Gerry Savage invites you to step back from the grind and ask the deeper question: What’s really driving you?...
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Episode 4
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16:30
Episode - 3 Unmasking the Leader in You
In this episode of The Savage Edge, Gerry Savage takes you into the arena—where the leadership mask comes off, and the real work begins.Drawing from his equine-assisted leadership coaching, Gerry shares a deeply personal reflect...
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Episode 3
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16:05
Episode 2 "From Vision to Clarity: Becoming the Leader People Want to Follow"
In this episode of The Savage Edge, Gerry dives deeper into what happens after vision—with a powerful reflection on clarity, presence, and leadership that transforms.Picking up from Episode 1’s theme of “vision withou...
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Episode 2
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