Pocket Sized Pep Talks
Join professional speaker and five-time bestselling author Rob Jolles as he takes the mic to host Pocket-Sized Pep Talks! This dynamic show delivers concise, impactful messages designed to inform, entertain, inspire, and motivate. Through thought-provoking interviews with fascinating guests and Rob’s own unique commentary, listeners gain valuable insights for both personal and professional growth. Engaging conversations and thoughtful questions keep audiences coming back for more, because sometimes, the best advice comes in small but powerful doses.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 22 minutes
- Episodes
- 471
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Don't Confuse Effortless With Easy
Have you ever been told, “You make it look so easy” and smiled, knowing just how much work went on behind the scenes? Whether you speak, sell, build, bake, or lead, making something look effortless i…
00:05:10 |
Wed 25 Jun 2025
Humble Inquiry
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:
- Why the simple act of asking questions and listening well is often misunderstood—and even more often, poorly executed.
- The biggest misconception leaders hav…
00:50:01 |
Mon 23 Jun 2025
Schmooze Control
Ever find yourself wondering how much chit-chat is too much before getting down to business? If you’re in sales or consulting, you've probably asked, or been asked, this classic question: How long do…
00:05:10 |
Wed 18 Jun 2025
The Power Of Going Public With Your Dreams
Have you ever noticed how we tend to go quiet when we’re gearing up for something big, something that takes real courage? It’s instinctive to hide those goals, just in case we fall short. But what if…
00:05:22 |
Wed 11 Jun 2025
Why Your Pitch Isn’t Working
Have you ever felt like your brilliant idea was met with blank stares, or worse: polite nods and no follow-up? You’re not alone. Too often, we equate persuasion with talking... a lot. But being persu…
00:05:03 |
Wed 04 Jun 2025
Beyond the Book Deal: The Rise of Self-Publishing as a First Choice
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:
- The current landscape of self-publishing, and how has it evolved over the last few years.
- Some of the biggest advantages authors gain by choosing to self-pu…
00:51:53 |
Mon 02 Jun 2025
Some Rule Are NOT Meant To Be Broken
When was the last time you got into a supermarket checkout line for customers with “fewer items,” and you got stuck behind someone who apparently could not count? In this quick, five-minute Pocket Si…
00:05:04 |
Wed 28 May 2025
Are You Convincing or Connecting?
In this Pocket Sized PepTalk, you'll learn:
- Various techniques of interviewing along with multiple approaches to questioning.
- Techniques David found most effective for building trust quickly.
- What role …
00:42:04 |
Mon 26 May 2025
Getting Good At Doing Things Badly
During a recent trip to a driving range, I was reminded of the most fundamental lesson involved in learning any new skill, and one that ultimately decides whether you’ll be good, or great, at any tas…
00:05:21 |
Wed 21 May 2025
From Satisfied to Soaring: The Power of Inspired Leadership
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:
- More about this moment Jenn was let go, and how it changed her trajectory.
- How common this type of experience is among leaders today.
- Why we normalize dysfu…
00:47:56 |
Mon 19 May 2025
The Easiest Way to Be Believed
Have you ever found yourself trying to convince someone of something – and they just don’t believe you? In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I believe I can show you the most effective wa…
00:04:45 |
Wed 14 May 2025
Spiritually Intelligent Leadership
In this Pocket Size Pep Talk, you'll learn:
- A few ideas on how to quickly inspire leaders.
- A few, "how too’s" to improve high performing teams.
- The difference between spiritual intelligence and emotiona…
00:38:52 |
Mon 12 May 2025
The Problem With Sales Contests
When you start talking about selling, the conversation about a sales contest can’t be far behind. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'm going to tell you about the dangers of sales cont…
00:06:00 |
Wed 07 May 2025
Wrangling the Doubt Monster
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:
- The root causes of doubt.
- What self-doubt really is.
- Examples of how self-doubt colors our actions in ways we may not consciously recognize.
- What it means …
00:40:17 |
Mon 05 May 2025
KISK - Keep It Simple Knucklehead
I recently spent some time on campus at University of Maryland; the school I graduated from… and it was like a walk down memory land. In this quick, Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll tell you how a short w…
00:04:53 |
Wed 30 Apr 2025
Facilitating Change One Habit At A Time
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:
- How this particular book found Adam!
- Adam's book outlines seven key habits for creating change. He picks two habits to highlight.
- Tips on creating fundame…
00:44:54 |
Mon 28 Apr 2025
A Wrong Way With Words
It always amazes me how certain words can mean certain things to certain people. We’re all guilty of slipping in a cliché or two now and then. In this REALLY quick, four-minute Pocket Sized Pep Tal…
00:04:01 |
Wed 23 Apr 2025
Character: Life Lessons In Courage, Integrity, and Leadership
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:
- What separates those who rise from those who falter and their secrets.
- A simple definition of character.
- Some key qualities of effective leaders.
- What makes…
00:33:36 |
Mon 21 Apr 2025
You Get What You Pay For... Eventually
Buyers tend to make one ridiculous mistake again and again. We know that it doesn’t make sense but we fall for this selling tactic all too often... including me recently! In this quick, five-minute …
00:05:32 |
Wed 16 Apr 2025
Getting The Recognition You Deserve!
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk you'll learn:
- Why hard work alone is not enough when it comes to getting the recognition we deserve.
- Building trust takes time, but it can be lost in an instant. How do yo…
00:54:04 |
Mon 14 Apr 2025
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