Find My Catalyst Podcast
We all have problems we are looking to solve. We know that there are solutions out there, but we struggle with this.
How do we find the solution, where does the nudge come from to help us take the next step, and start solving tough problems. The intention of this podcast is to help you find your catalyst and take that next step.
The Find My Catalyst Podcast is a weekly podcast with Catalyst Sale founder Mike Simmons. We discuss real stories with practical application, in the context of leadership, problem solving, decision making, thinking, goal setting and execution.
Other topics discussed include - Systems, Frameworks, Sales Strategy, Revenue Operations, Training, Onboarding, Sales Enablement, Organization Enablement, Workforce Development, Coaching, and Mentoring.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 462
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
Go For No with Andrea Waltz - Ep. 277
On this episode of the Find My Catalyst Podcast, Mike is joined by Andrea Waltz. Andrea is the Co-Author of Go for No, and Co-Founder of Courage Crafters, Inc.
In this episode, they discuss how yes i…
Know Your Approach - 276
In this episode, Mike and Jody discuss the importance of having a process and knowing your approach.
Key Takeaways:
- Looping Process:
- Identify
- Engage
- Establish Objectives and Next Steps
- CTA
- (loop b…
Know Your Business - 275
In this episode, Mike and Jody discuss the importance of knowing the what, who, why and how of your business.
Key Takeaways:
- In order to have a plan, you have to know your business.
- For your organi…
Adversity, Learning & Encouragement with Larry Long Jr.
In this episode, Mike is joined by Larry Long Jr. You don’t want to miss this motivating conversation.
Key Takeaways:
- It’s when you stretch yourself - that’s when you start to see growth, to feel g…
Accountability - 273
In this episode, Mike and Jody discuss the importance of accountability to self and to your team as well as the difficulty that comes with accountability.
Key Takeaways:
- Personal Accountability
- Hav…
Move, Work, Recover with Guest Dan John - 272
Dan John is the "Catalyst" that joins Mike this week. They have a great discussion about movement, discipline and recovery.
Key Takeaways:
- Out think, out wit
- Be careful about who you follow
- Think …
Revenue, Strategy, Sales/Marketing & Collaboration with MJ Patent - 271
On this episode of the Find My Catalyst Podcast, Mike is joined by MJ Patent. MJ is the Co-Founder and CEO of Alveo and the Co-Chair of the Phoenix chapter of Pavilion. They talk about revenue, strat…
Horizontal Ignition with Dan Pontefract - 270
On the first episode of 2022, Dan Pontefract joins Mike. They have a great discussion about the future of organizations and horizontal ignition.
Key Takeaways:
- We need to ask - “what can we do bett…
3rd Noel with guest Jeff Noel - 269
Jeff Noel joins me this week for the 3rd NOEL, an annual tradition for us on the Podcast.
Key Takeaways- Find Your Fuel - find the thing that motivates you
- You control your Mindset
- It is important to…
How Good Humans Sell - Author Catherine Brown - 268
On this episode, Catherine Brown joins Mike for a great conversation. They discuss her new book and some challenges we tend to face with our perception and confidence in Sales.
Key Takeaways:
- At ou…
Leading into the New Year - 267
In this episode, Mike and Jody discuss Leading Well Into the New Year.
Key Takeaways:
- We can control our attitude, we can control our effort.
- When leading self, ask what is going to be different ab…
Leadership & Mentorship with Camille Clemons - 266
On this episode, Camille Clemons once again joins Mike for a great conversation. They discuss leading well into the new year, characteristics of a good leader and the role of being a mentor.
Key Tak…
Operating At An Elite Level with Brandon Fluharty - 265
In this episode, Mike is joined by Brandon Fluharty. Brandon is the VP of Strategic Account Solutions at Live Person. He is also the Founder of Be Focused, Live Great.
Key Takeaways:
- A lot of peopl…
Gratitude and Reflection - 264
Gratitude and Reflection
In this episode, Mike and Jody reflect on 2021 and they each share a few things they are grateful for. Let us know what you are grateful for at [email protected].
Key T…
Find My Catalyst & Getting Your Message Out with Jody Maberry - 263
In this episode, Mike has some exciting news and he talks with Jody Maberry, about getting your message out, those who are catalysts in your life and podcasting.
Key Takeaways:
- A catalyst is somebod…
How Well Do We Know Our Customers? - 262
In this episode, Mike and Jody talk about why it is a good idea to really know your customer and what is important to them.
Key Takeaways:
- Knowing your customer makes it easier to design a specific …
Balance, health, scary things, and gratitude with guest: Jeff Noel - 261
Jeff is the host of…
Stop Complicating Things - 260
Key Takeaways:
- If you can take a creative approach to problem solving, it’s amazing what a group of smart, committed, creative individuals can accomplish.
- It’s awesome to see the lightbulb go off wh…
Women in Sales Club - Guests Alexine Mudawar and Gabrielle Blackwell - 259
In this episode, Mike talks with Alexine Mudawar and Gabrielle Blackwell. They are the Co-Founders and Co-Hosts of Women in Sales Club. Find them on Clubhouse on Saturday afternoons.
Key Takeaways:
- …
Sales is NOT Scary - 258
Key Takeaways:
- Things are scary when they are unknown or uncertain
- Tools can be used to improv…