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From Urban Farmer to AI SAAS Co Founder Maggie Pounds Shares Her Journey #157
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Most people don’t fail at sales because they’re “bad at sales.” They fail because fear hijacks their brain at the exact moment they need clarity. That’s why I loved talking with Maggie Pounds, co-founder of Salescoach Pro, an AI-powered sales training platform that helps sales reps practice real conversations before they ever get on the phone with a real customer. If you’ve ever frozen, rambled, or felt your heart rate spike during an objection, you’ll recognize what she describes: even simulated role play can feel shockingly real, and that realism is what builds true confidence.
On episode #157, Maggie shares her unconventional path from urban farming and farmers markets to building an AI product alongside her husband, plus how a simple Thanksgiving dinner conversation with her sister sparked the core idea. We get into what makes effective sales coaching work, why repeated reps matter more than generic advice, and how tailored feedback, scoring, and structured scenarios can improve onboarding and sales enablement without draining a manager’s time. We also talk about the practical question everyone asks: why not just use ChatGPT, and what a purpose-built voice role play experience does differently.
Beyond the product, Maggie brings a refreshing perspective on AI hype and fear, especially for people who worry they’re “behind.” She argues for curiosity, moving slowly, and using technology as a tool to enhance human skill, not replace it. We close with a candid look at intentional living, homeschooling, presence, and giving yourself permission to pause projects in different life chapters, plus what “to be bolder” really means when you listen to yourself and take the next step.
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Resources:
Maggie Pounds on LinkedIn
SalesCoachPro