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Building Resilient Sales Teams with Nick Klingensmith

Release Date: 08/27/2024

Orchestrating Chaos: Lully's Take on the Top Warehousing Challenges with Mike Myers

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In "Orchestrating Chaos: Lully's Take on the Top Warehousing Challenges”, and , the Founder and CEO of Lully.ai discuss how to supercharge existing Warehouse Management Systems with bolt-on algorithms for labor and cost savings. About Mike Myers is the Founder and CEO of Lully.ai, a bolt on technology that allows warehouses to ship more orders on time, with fewer resources, using the equipment, capabilities, and systems you already have. Mike's career has included roles at a large apparel brand, multiple national 3PL leaders, and finally a automation firm focused on...

Making a Living and a Life on the Road with Dave Nemo

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In "Making a Living and a Life on the Road”, and , Host of RadioNemo, discuss the blend of essential industry information, driver wellness, and community building that allows professional truckers to find success and connection over a long career on the road. About Dave Nemo has been the voice of trucking radio for the past 55 years, drawing on his love of music, useless facts, jokes, and history, coupled with the solemn duty to provide reliable weather and road reports with important news and information every driver should have. His career has been through more changes than...

Scaling Logistics Innovation at Descartes Systems Group with Dan Cicerchi

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In "Scaling Logistics Innovation at Descartes Systems Group”, and , the General Manager of Transportation Management Solutions at Descartes Systems Group, discuss the strategic integration of trustworthy AI to enhance existing core logistics technology and solve practical pain points across the global supply chain. About Dan Cicerchi is the General Manager of Transportation Management Solutions at Descartes Systems Group, where he leads strategy and innovation for one of the industry’s most widely adopted logistics technology platforms. A seasoned entrepreneur and logistics tech pioneer,...

The State of Logistics Hiring with Charlie Saffro

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In "The State of Logistics Hiring”, and , a recruiting and retention expert and CEO of CS Recruiting, discuss why employee-focused cultures and niche expertise are now critical to overcoming talent shortages in the supply chain industry. About Charlie Saffro is a recruiting and retention expert, a female entrepreneur, and a TEDx speaker with a passion for sharing ideas around human leadership, talent acquisition and retention, employee engagement, and company culture. Charlie founded a third party recruiting firm in 2010 with the goal of connecting employers and professionals within...

Beyond TMS: McLeod's Open Ecosystem and Automation with Doug Schrier

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In "Beyond TMS: McLeod's Open Ecosystem and Automation”, and , Vice President of Growth and Special Projects at McLeod Software, discuss the strategic pivot toward an open, automated ecosystem that redefines modern supply chain management. About Doug Schrier , Vice President of Growth and Special Projects at McLeod Software, is a driving force behind the company's strategic expansion while upholding a customer-centric philosophy. With a comprehensive background encompassing over two decades of operations and strategic leadership, Doug has dedicated the past 15 years to the transportation...

Leveraging Shipper Intent Data to Win More Freight with Rob Light

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

Leveraging Shipper Intent Data to Win More Freight”, and , CEO & Co-founder at CarrierSource, discuss how their platform provides the real-time intent signals and AI tools necessary to turn passive interest into high-value revenue. About Rob Light is the CEO and a Co-Founder of CarrierSource, the leading review website for brokers and carriers. Rob has been building CarrierSource for the past five years, and prior to that was an early employee at the software review website G2.com. At G2, Rob saw the power of customer reviews and how small businesses could leverage the voice of their...

Who Stole Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar's Tequila with Jessica Mcfate

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In “Who Stole Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar's Tequila”, and , Sr. Director of Intelligence Solutions at Babel Street, discuss how national security intelligence methods are now vital for solving commercial theft and securing global supply chains. About Jessica McFate is Sr. Director of Intelligence Solutions at Babel Street and a career intelligence professional, specializing in OSINT for national security. At the Institute for the Study of War, her research won acclaim for forecasting the rise of ISIS. She has authored over 50 publications, briefed top U.S. government agencies, appeared in...

Real-World Supply Chain AI Applications with Gather AI's Sankalp Arora

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In “Real-World Supply Chain AI Applications with Gather AI's Sankalp Arora”, and , CEO and Co-founder at Gather AI, discuss how Gather AI's combination of drone-collected visual data, AI analysis, and WMS integration is revolutionizing warehouse inventory management. About Sankalp Arora is the CEO & Co-Founder of Gather AI. With 14 years of experience, Sankalp developed safety and sensor planning for the world's first safe autonomous helicopter, funded by DARPA, a project that won the Howard Hughes award, AUVSI Xcellence award and was nominated for the Collier Trophy. He is a...

Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency, and Context Matter with Dawn Favier

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In “Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency and Context Matter”, and , President, Intelligence, at Triumph, discuss how accuracy, transparency, and network connectivity are the new drivers for precision and confidence in the logistics industry. About Dawn Favier serves as President, Intelligence, at Triumph following the acquisition of Greenscreens.ai in May 2025. She brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in transportation management and logistics technology. Prior to joining Triumph, Ms. Salvucci-Favier served as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Product Officer of...

Beyond the Mega Shipper: Finding Untapped Demand with Shan Wu

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

In “Beyond the Mega Shipper: Finding Untapped Demand”, and , Co-founder of breadd.ai, discuss the massive, yet often overlooked, opportunity in the mid-market. This essential pivot from chaotic prospecting to laser-focused selling is what breadd.ai helps brokers achieve. About Shan Wu is the cofounder of . As a lifelong sales rep, Shan has sold anything from billion dollar payment contracts to "nothing": cold calling for donations as a telefundraiser – and he still argues freight is the hardest thing to sell. He believes there's enough for everyone to eat in freight today –...

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Nick Klingensmith and Joe Lynch discuss building resilient sales teams . Nick is the Founder and CEO of Stride Motivation, a company dedicated to transforming lives through inspiring keynote speeches and mindset coaching. Nick is an expert at helping achievement-driven professionals and leaders to overcome fear and rejection and push past self-limiting doubts.

Summary: Building Resilient Sales Teams

Nick Klingensmith is an obstacle course racer, motivational speaker, and mindset coach whose company Stride Motivation helps high achievers set and accomplish meaningful goals. Drawing from his own experiences overcoming cancer, diabetes, and alcoholism, Nick shares invaluable wisdom on building resilient sales teams. Nick delves into strategies for fostering a strong team identity and aligning individual passions with a shared purpose. Nick also discusses the importance of consistent prospecting, effective communication, and breaking down lofty objectives into manageable action steps. Get ready for an inspiring conversation packed with practical advice on developing the mental resilience and endurance needed to sustain peak sales performance.

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About Nick Klingensmith

After being thrown out of a Las Vegas hotel in a drunken haze, jeopardizing his career and relationships, Nick Klingensmith had to make a change. A 4-time cancer survivor, type-1 diabetic, recovering alcoholic with herniated discs, nerve damage and sleep apnea, he defies it all when he finds Obstacle Course Racing. Refusing to accept his limitations, he’s completed over 100 Spartan Races, 6 Major Marathons, several Ultras and scores of other obstacle and endurance events. As someone who has walked the path of a sales professional, Nick is an expert in propelling other achievement-driven professionals and leaders to overcome fear and rejection and push past self-limiting doubts, by inspiring them to take purposeful action towards their goals. Nick is a raw and passionate storyteller who holds nothing back when revealing who he used to be and the person he is now.

About Stride Motivation

Stride Motivation, LLC is a dynamic company dedicated to transforming lives through inspiring keynote speeches and mindset coaching. Rooted in the inspiring journey of overcoming significant health challenges and personal struggles, the company serves as a beacon for achievement-driven professionals and leaders. Through compelling storytelling drawn from the world of endurance racing, Stride Motivation empowers individuals to conquer fear, rejection, and self-limiting doubts. Specializing in coaching sales teams and remote professionals, the company imparts valuable insights on developing a resilient mindset for success. Stride Motivation is not just a company; it's a catalyst for helping others discover their inner strength, reach their goals, and become the best version of themselves.