Today’s guest is known as “The Rapid Growth Guy.”
With a track record of overseeing five multimillion-dollar business success stories by the age of 30, he has earned accolades such as being named a Top 30 Sales Professional by Global Gurus and being recognized as the 2023 Sales Kickoff Speaker of the Year by Selling Power Magazine. He is also the founder of Introvertu.com and the bestselling author of The Introvert’s Edge book series, which includes titles like “The Introvert’s Edge to Networking: Work the Room. Leverage Social Media. Develop Powerful Connections.” His books have sold over 100,000 copies and been translated into 15 languages.
In addition to his literary success, he is the charismatic host of The Introvert’s Edge Podcast and the Better Business Coach® Podcast, where he shares invaluable insights and strategies for business success.
His expertise and insights have transformed thousands of struggling or plateaued small businesses, propelling them into momentum and growth. From working with major companies like Electrolux, Oracle, and Microsoft to launching the Small Business Festival, ranked as a Top-3 business conference by Inc., he is committed to sharing his Rapid Growth System with entrepreneurs and business owners worldwide.
Please join me in welcoming Matthew Pollard.
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Join us on On the Schmooze as Robbie Samuels interviews Matthew Pollard, the “rapid growth guy,” in an insightful conversation about overcoming challenges, networking strategies, and achieving authentic leadership.
In this episode, we discuss:
📚 Book Previews & Sales Methods: Matthew unveils his upcoming books and the development of the “invisible sales method,” designed to help clients step out of their own way and succeed.
💪 Resilience & Dedication: From struggling with low self-confidence to flourishing in commission-only sales, Matthew’s journey showcases the power of resilience and determination.
🔍 Networking Strategies: Discover how Matthew categorizes relationships into prospects, momentum partners, and champions, emphasizing the importance of research and pre-planned meetings in building connections.
🌟 Overcoming Stigma: Matthew challenges the misconception that introverts can't succeed in sales, sharing real-life success stories and promoting an open dialogue on introversion and extroversion in the workplace.
Listen in to find out why Matthew Pollard's insights are transformative for anyone looking to succeed in business, networking, and leadership!
Links
- Matthew Pollard on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.
- www.matthewpollard.com
- http://IntrovertsEdge.com
- The Introvert’s Edge Podcast
- Better Business Coach® Podcast
Books mentioned in this episode:
- “The Introvert’s Edge to Networking: Work the Room. Leverage Social Media. Develop Powerful Connections” by Matthew Pollard
- “The Introvert's Edge: How the Quiet and Shy Can Outsell Anyone” by Matthew Pollard
- “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” by Robbie Samuels
Other Resources
- Listen to my episode about Extrovert Privilege.
- Listen to my episode with Dorie Clark.
- Listen to my episode with Morra Aarons-Mele
- Learn more about the Biz Book Publishing Hub.
- Learn more about Derek Lewis.
- Check out Less Annoying CRM (affiliate link).
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Who is Robbie Samuels?
🟧 I'm an event design consultant and executive Zoom producer, with a passion for creating engaging and unforgettable experiences. With two decades of experience in the meetings and events industry, I have honed my skills in designing and executing events that leave a lasting impression.
I partner with speakers and in-house event teams to design inclusive, engaging, and transformative events, whether virtual, in-person, or hybrid. I help them overcome common virtual meeting mistakes to increase engagement and sales.
🟧 I have published three books to share my expertise. Collectively they have received over 650 Amazon reviews and reached #1 Best Seller in 29 paid categories in the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia.
I coach entrepreneurs to launch their books with a plan that builds a pipeline for new revenue based on prospects from their own network and results in 50+ Amazon reviews.
🟧 You're welcome to download the bonus content for each of my three books:
📚 “Break Out of Boredom: Low-Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events” – http://www.BreakOutofBoredom.com
📚 “Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List” – http://www.SmallListBigResults.com.
📚 “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” – http://www.CroissantsvsBagels.com.
🎙️ I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with others, and I regularly speak at industry events and offer consulting services to help organizations and speakers achieve success in their own virtual or in-person events.
🎙️ Do you have a podcast or host live interviews? I am looking for opportunities to share my business success story and strategies.
I've been featured in NPR, Forbes, Fast Company, HBR, Lifehacker, Inc., and other high-profile publications as a networking expert and expert in virtual event design.
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