The Grow Fast Podcast

Online Marketing in South Korea

This episode of The Grow Fast Podcast featuring Hyein Yoon, Founder of HY Marketing and a globally recognized marketing expert, focused on the unique challenges and strategies for entering the South Korean market. Hyein highlighted the importance of understanding local platforms like Naver, KakaoTalk, and Naver Cafe, which are integral to connecting with Korean audiences. She explained that while global platforms like Instagram and YouTube are also popular, they must be used strategically alongside local tools for effective brand penetration. Hyein emphasized the need for businesses to customize their content for Korean audiences, noting that a direct translation of global marketing strategies often falls short in resonating with local consumers. 
Another key topic was the role of SEO and influencer marketing in launching successful campaigns. Hyein shared examples of international brands entering the Korean market, such as a client transitioning from Costco Taiwan to Costco Korea, and how her team used a 90-day strategy incorporating SEO, influencer partnerships, and localized social media content. She also discussed the cautious but growing adoption of AI in marketing, with tools like ChatGPT and local AI platforms being used to enhance content creation while retaining a human touch. Throughout the conversation, Hyein underscored the importance of patience and adaptability, as success in South Korea requires a nuanced, long-term approach to build trust and engagement with local consumers. 
You can watch the video of the Grow Fast Podcast with Hyein Yoon here: 
‍Youtube
https://youtu.be/2Z1QOcxhu8Y 
HYEIN YOON 
www.hyeinyoon.com  
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Booking More Demos and Closing More Deals with Mor Assouline of Demo to Close

This episode of the Grow Fast Podcast featuring Mor Assouline, Founder of Demo to Close and a Sales Trainer and Coach for SMB AEs and SaaS companies, primarily focused on the transformative power of effective sales training and coaching. Mor shared insights into his unique approach, emphasizing the importance of "unselling," where sales professionals create healthy friction by questioning prospects’ needs, fostering trust and stronger buyer engagement. He explained how SaaS sales, unlike traditional B2B sales, require a customer-centric approach to reduce churn and ensure long-term value. The discussion also highlighted the value of processes like CRM audits, talk track libraries, and tailored onboarding programs to build efficient and resilient sales teams. 
Another key topic was the importance of building a personal brand and leveraging content to establish credibility in competitive markets. Mor advocated for strategies like engaging with prospects on LinkedIn to build familiarity before cold outreach and creating value through podcasts or other branded content. He also stressed the importance of mental resilience and self-reflection for sales professionals, recommending practices like journaling, visualization, and gratitude to maintain focus and motivation. Mor’s insights reinforced the need for adaptability and personal growth as cornerstones of long-term success in sales. 
You can watch the video of the Grow Fast Podcast with Mor Assouline here: 
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https://youtu.be/7DN22kVu-nc 
Demo to Close 
www.demotoclose.com  
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Optimizing RFP Responses with Caryn Dean of Once Upon an RFP

This episode of the Grow Fast Podcast featuring Caryn Dean, Chief Executive Officer & Founder of Once Upon an RFP, primarily focused on navigating the RFP process and strategies for success in government, commercial, and grant proposals. Caryn discussed the stability that RFP-based contracts bring to businesses, especially those in industries with long sales cycles. She emphasized that, beyond simply answering questions, a winning proposal requires a strong strategy that showcases a company's unique value proposition. Caryn also highlighted how a well-crafted capability statement serves as a resume for the business, differentiating it from generic marketing brochures and helping potential clients quickly assess fit. 
Another central topic was Caryn’s approach to engaging with clients across industries and company sizes, from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. She shared her philosophy of adapting the proposal process based on client needs, offering both project-based and long-term consulting support. Caryn also discussed best practices in vendor registration and the importance of aligning proposal content with audience expertise, focusing on clear and accessible language. To close, Caryn provided practical advice for small and medium businesses on vendor registration strategy, resources for RFP sourcing, and techniques to maintain communication with procurement teams throughout the RFP lifecycle. 
You can watch the video of the Grow Fast Podcast with Caryn Dean here: 
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https://youtu.be/tjLWeMACA-M
Once Upon an RFP
https://onceuponanrfp.com/
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Capturing Attention and Gaining Trust with Scott Leese

This episode of the Grow Fast Podcast featuring Scott Leese, CEO & Founder of Scott Leese Consulting, a Fractional CRO, GTM Advisor, and sales expert, focused primarily on the challenges of modern sales in a digital landscape where attention and trust have become scarce resources. Scott discussed how the shift away from traditional phone and email outreach has prompted sales professionals to rethink their strategies for connecting with prospects. Building a robust network on LinkedIn, creating engaging content, and leveraging referrals were highlighted as essential practices to maintain visibility and build trust. Scott shared his own approach to networking, emphasizing the importance of consistent engagement and thoughtful outreach to develop meaningful connections. 
Another key theme was the importance of adaptability in a rapidly changing sales environment. Scott advised startups and salespeople to hone their Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and focus on building genuine relationships rather than relying solely on automated tools. He stressed the value of referrals and partnerships as powerful growth channels and encouraged sales professionals to invest in their skills, stay updated on trends, and embrace continuous learning. Scott’s insights underscored the idea that the future of sales lies in a balance of digital acumen, network-building, and resilience in navigating constant change. 
You can find the video version of the episode of the Grow Fast Podcast with Scott Leese here: 
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwbLq101mIY
 
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RFPs - Writing to Win with Melina Cardenas

This episode of The Grow Fast Podcast featuring Melina Cardenas, a professional proposal writer and project manager, primarily focused on best practices for writing successful proposals, especially for government contracts. Melina shared her insights into the complex and often overlooked world of RFP (Request for Proposal) writing, emphasizing the importance of understanding the procurement process, creating structured responses, and building strong internal alliances. She explained that proposal writing is a team effort, requiring input from various departments to ensure compliance and meet technical requirements.
Melina also highlighted the critical decision-making process of whether to pursue an RFP, advising companies to assess their capacity and the RFP’s alignment with their expertise before committing. Another key discussion point was the role of tools and strategies for streamlining the proposal writing process. Melina discussed her experience using databases and AI tools to organize past proposals, allowing for quicker turnaround times on new submissions. She emphasized the importance of clear communication within the team and with RFP issuers, including maintaining consistency in writing style and leveraging graphics to enhance readability and engagement.
The conversation also covered strategies for building relationships with government entities and following up on RFPs, noting the value of seeking debriefs whether or not a proposal is successful.
 
You can find the video of this episode of The Grow Fast Podcast with Melina Cardenas here: 
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pfDnWJjfb4&t=295s
 
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Lessons from Top Performing Salespeople with Scott Ingram, Founder of Sales Success Media

This episode of the Grow Fast Podcast features Scott Ingram, Account Director at Relationship One & Founder of Sales Success Media.
The conversation primarily focuses on the evolving dynamics of sales and the critical role that belief and hard work play in achieving top performance. Scott emphasized the importance of belief in the product, oneself, and the sales process as essential elements for success. He discussed how sales professionals today are navigating an increasingly complex landscape of channels and communication tools, from LinkedIn to video messaging, and the need for creativity and adaptability to stand out in the market.
Scott also touched on the importance of quality over quantity in sales efforts, encouraging reps to focus on doing the real work rather than relying on "spray and pray" tactics. Another key topic was the development of effective sales processes and the importance of finding a personalized approach. Scott explained that while traditional sales methodologies like Challenger, Sandler, and MEDDIC can provide a strong foundation, top performers often tweak and tailor these frameworks to suit their strengths.
Scott also shared insights from his Sales Success Stories podcast, where he interviews top-performing sales professionals who consistently exceed quotas by focusing on their unique skills and maintaining a relentless work ethic. The discussion wrapped up with a preview of Scott’s annual Sales Success Summit, a premier event that brings together top sales contributors to learn from each other in a supportive, high-performance environment.
 
Sales Success Media
https://Top1.fm
 
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How AI Can Accelerate Personal & Professional Development

This episode of the Grow Fast Podcast featuring Rob Cressy, founder of Unlimited Coach, focused on how AI, personal development, and brand building can be combined to accelerate growth in both business and personal endeavors. Rob emphasized how ChatGPT can serve as a creative thought partner, helping individuals refine their ideas, generate business strategies, and optimize personal branding. He shared specific use cases such as updating LinkedIn profiles and creating engaging, outcome-driven content to attract clients. The conversation also highlighted the power of integrating AI tools like ChatGPT with personal development practices, providing entrepreneurs with a pathway to scale their businesses quickly while fostering personal growth.
Another major topic was the importance of self-development for high-performing individuals. Rob discussed the significance of building better habits, routines, and mindsets to help leaders and entrepreneurs show up as the best versions of themselves every day. He shared insights from his own daily routines, such as early morning reading, journaling, and exercise, emphasizing the power of consistency in achieving long-term success. The episode wrapped up with a discussion on the value of mastermind groups, where Rob explained how surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals can accelerate both personal and professional growth.
 
Unlimited Coach
https://unlimited.coach/
 
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Professional Selling is Changing, with Victor Antonio, Sales Trainer

In the latest episode of the Grow Fast Podcast, Victor Antonio, Sales Trainer & Motivation Keynote Speaker of the Sellinger Group, discussed modern sales strategies, focusing on how AI and digital tools are transforming the sales process. He emphasized the importance of balancing technology with human interaction, especially in building trust and understanding the customer’s needs.
 
Main Topics:
1. The evolving role of AI and digital tools in sales
2. Salespeople spending only a third of their time on actual sales activities
3. Importance of building trust through subject matter expertise
4. Shift from traditional sales tactics to approaches for more informed buyers
5. Role of AI in simplifying commodity sales
6. Significance of understanding the customer’s buying journey
6. Impact of social media and AI on sales engagement
7. Caution against over-reliance on digital tools like LinkedIn
8. AI replacing simpler sales roles, but complex sales still needing human interaction
9. Practical sales techniques for adapting to a digital marketplace
 
Sellinger Group
http://www.sellingergroup.com/
 
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Domain Acquisition Strategies with Grant Polachek

This episode of The Grow Fast Podcast, features Grant Polachek, focuses primarily on innovative domain acquisition strategies, particularly through atom.com. Grant discussed how the platform has revolutionized the domain acquisition process by offering a premium, brandable domain marketplace backed by AI and expert branding audits. This ensures that users have access to a large pool of well-vetted, memorable, and brand-aligned domain names.
 
The discussion also touched on challenges faced by businesses in finding the right domain, highlighting how atom.com helps streamline the process, saving companies time and effort when selecting a brandable domain. Another major topic was the importance of strategic marketing and protecting domain assets. Grant emphasized the need for trademark checks before purchasing a domain to avoid potential legal issues. He also shared insights into audience testing for brand alignment, advising businesses to ensure their domain resonates with their core values. Additionally, the podcast covered marketing strategies, including the use of digital channels like Google search, Quora, and YouTube for advertising, as well as the increasing significance of video content in attracting potential customers to their services.
 
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Revenue Acceleration as a Service with Corey Litwin

In this episode, Corey Litwin of Litwin & Plumb, talked about the concept of revenue acceleration as a service, a method to rapidly increase company revenue through various strategies such as filling the sales funnel with qualified leads, optimizing sales processes, and leveraging partnerships. Corey emphasized the importance of in-person events and innovative outreach methods like video messaging on LinkedIn to differentiate in a competitive market. The conversation also touched on the challenges and tactics in selecting and managing effective partnerships, emphasizing the need for alignment, training, and continuous communication to ensure mutual success.
Another key topic was the idea of founder-led sales, particularly relevant to early-stage companies where founders often take on the sales role due to budget constraints. Corey discussed the struggles many founders face in this area, especially those without a sales background and the importance of developing essential sales skills such as qualification and relationship building. The discussion also previewed a forthcoming book by Corey and his business partner, Shannon Plum, aimed at helping founders navigate these challenges by providing practical advice and strategies for effective sales management and growth.
Litwin & Plumb
https://www.litwinplumb.com/
 
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