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
Continuous Learning, Creativity, and an Awesome Future - with Guest Don MacPherson - 177
Mike is joined by Don MacPherson. Don is the Founder of 12 Geniuses where they are educating leaders of today and bu…
Masterminds - Diversity in Thought to Inspire Innovation - 176
Masterminds - Time to Invest In Yourself With Others
Mike and Jody are joined by Dan Cockerell as they discuss the benefits of attending a Mastermind.
Questions Answered:
- What were some moments from…
Differences in Selling - Products vs Services - 175
Difference in Selling - B2B, B2C, Products, Services - Does it Matter?
On this episode, Mike and Jody discuss whether or not there is or should be a difference in selling different products/services.
…
Clint Clarkson - Comics, Business, and Creativity - 174
On this episode, Mike is joined by Clint Clarkson. Clint is the Founder of eLearning Alchemy and is an author of L& D Scenes - Comics for Learning Professionals. Mike and Clint discuss the value of c…
Buyer-Centric Approach to Sales with Guest Tom Williams - 173
A Buyer-Centric Approach to Sales
Mike is joined by Tom Williams, CEO of DealPoint. They discuss sales process, common mistakes and taking a buyer-centric approach to Sales.
Questions Discussed:
- Wha…
Improving Communication - 172
On this episode, Mike and Jody discuss the importance of communication in sales and the steps we can take to improve.
Questions Answered:
- Why do we struggle with communication?
- How can we practice?
- …
Create Togetherness with Author Jeff Davis - 171
On this episode, Mike is joined by Jeff Davis. Jeff is the author of the new book, Create Togetherness. He is also an international keynote speaker.
Questions …
Work Hard, Be Nice with Guest Camille Clemons - 170
On this episode, Mike is joined by Camille Clemons. They discuss life, work, kids, control and butchering quotes. Tune in to hear favorite quotes from both Mike and Camille.
Questions Answered:
- Are…
Let's Get the New Year Off to a Great Start - 169
2020 is just about here (well, less than 18 hours away). How are you prepared, what will you do differently, and how will you get the year off to a great start?
Mik…
BONUS - Part V - 25 Days
Continuing with the 25 days of Christmas Movies with Lessons that apply to Business, Sales, and Life - Here are episodes 21 through 25.
Also, the links to the original YouTube Videos follow. if you'd…
BONUS Part IV - 25 Days
Continuing with the 25 days of Christmas Movies with Lessons that apply to Business, Sales, and Life - Here are episodes 16 through 20.
Also, the links to the original YouTube Videos follow. if you'd…
Design for User Experience - 168
Design with User Experience in Mind
On this episode, Mike and Jody discuss user experience and designing with the user in mind.
Questions Answered:
- Where are some areas that we may have designed wit…
BONUS - Part III - 25 Days
Continuing with the 25 days of Christmas Movies with Lessons that apply to Business, Sales, and Life - Here are episodes 11 through 15.
Also, the links to the original YouTube Videos follow. if you'd…
BONUS - Part II - 25 Days
Continuing with the 25 days of Christmas Movies with Lessons that apply to Business, Sales, and Life - Here are episodes 6 through 10.
Also, the links to the original YouTube Videos follow. if you'd …
BONUS - Part I - 25 Days of Christmas Movies Connected to Sales, Business, and Life
The period between Thanksgiving & Christmas is one of my favorite times of year. It is a time for reflection, family, food, faith, and preparation.
This year I'm running a 25 Days of Lessons we can …
Podcasting and Business with Guest Evo Terra - 167
On this episode, Mike is joined by Evo Terra. Evo is a podcast strategist with Simpler Media Productions.
Questions Answered:
- Should organizations take advantage of podcasting as a way to communicat…
Sales Tech Stack Selection Process with Vendor Neutral - Guests Dan Cilley and Steven Wright - 166
How Do You Select Your Sales Stack?
Mike is joined by Dan Cilley and Steven Wright of Vendor Neutral. Dan is the Co-Founder of Vendor Neutral and Steven is a Certification Analyst. The Vendor Neutral…
Habit Creation, Workforce Performance, Communication and Frameworks with guest Luke Thomas - 165
This week I am joined by Luke Thomas. Luke is the Co-Founder of Friday and a former colleague. Friday is building softwar…
The Distress of Busyness - 164
Mike and Jody discuss how to combat the stress of busyness and eliminate feeling as though you are underwater.
“Stress is good, it’s distress that makes us feel bad.” - Lee …
Scary Impossible and the Other Side of Taking Risks - with Jeff Noel - 163
This week is a bit different, this episode was recorded live at Disney's Wilderness Lodge. Jeff Noel and I had an awesome conversation around risk, what …