
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.
Latest episodes

Dec 7, 2022 • 5min
Emphasize Everything; Emphasize Nothing
It's clear there is a difference between quality communication and too much communication. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn a key lesson that will impact the way you speak, the way you use social media, and even the way you podcast. Spoiler Alert: That lesson is in the title!

Dec 5, 2022 • 49min
Tips On Growing Your Firms Revenue
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How not just accountants, but small businesses can dramatically increase their income.Why getting paid upfront is important, and how to do it. How to avoid negotiation, and what to do if you are pulled into a negotiation by your client. How to deal with price as an objection. avoid negotiating price. The value of paying attention to warning signs, or as Michelle puts it, "red flags."The best way to diffuse any objection.Mentors that helped Michelle along the way.For more information on this guest: www.theabundantaccountant.comPhone: 858-752-0594Email: iam@thepitchqueen.com

Nov 30, 2022 • 9min
Performance, Perception, and Respect
There’s a battle that goes on between what we do, and the respect we are given when recognized for it. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk you'll learn the damaging results and significant casualties that can be a direct result of failing to understand just how important recognition can be. You'll also learn an easy, three-step model for recognition so you never make this mistake as a leader!

Nov 28, 2022 • 53min
The Man Who Saved Barney The Dinosaur
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:“A Book Finds You” because my listeners have heard this a few times. How did this book find you?How this book found him. Spoiler Alert: His four year old daughter had a hand in this!It doesn’t take a genius to get a hint of what that documentary is about. (I love you, you hate me.) is that why they solicit donors? Letters Tips Larry provides to fight for your ideas.What led him to broadcasting.Advice for people pursuing a career in broadcasting or communications today.Key mentors from Larry's past.Learn more about this guest at: larryrifkin.net

Nov 23, 2022 • 4min
When Empathy Is Real
Five days without any power in your home, office, and community can provide a lesson or two in empathy. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll tell you a story about a different kind of empathy: Real empathy!

Nov 21, 2022 • 37min
A Masterclass In Marketing AND Selling!
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: The interesting dance between marketing and sales. What Jay feels are the biggest mistakes sales people make.Some key lessons a salesperson can learn from a marketing perspective.A couple key tips Jay shares about speaking to audiences. Spoiler Alert: It has a LOT to do with respecting that audience.Have worked with notable clients like Tony Robbins, Brian Tracy, and Stephen Covey, how not to be overwhelmed or suffer from imposter syndrome.And so much more!To Learn More About Jay Abraham:https://www.abraham.com

Nov 16, 2022 • 6min
Good, Bad, or Indifferent - Communication is the Key
Oh, no! Not another airline story about delays and inefficiencies! But wait, there’s more to this story. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll tell you a story that might restore your faith in the airlines… a little bit.

Nov 14, 2022 • 51min
How To Be An Inclusive Leader
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How this topic, and this book found Jennifer, and her passion for writing it.Her reason for writing a second edition.Some important traits leaders must adopt to be more inclusive. The value of her work for business leaders, but also for many others such as coaches and parents.Some of the challenges leader face on the road to becoming an inclusive leader.Process behaviors that individuals can take, now to help drive positive change in their organizations.Her drive to not just write or teach, but help organizations and individuals truly implement change.To learn more about this guest:https://jenniferbrownspeaks.com

Nov 9, 2022 • 14min
How To Handle Aggressive Behavior In A Presentation
It can be a helpless feeling putting on a presentation and having someone from the audience take shots at you. We refer to people who do that as, "Snipers." In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll show you multiple approaches to handling a tricky situation.

Nov 7, 2022 • 40min
Thriving In A Challenging Job Market
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:Approaches to overcoming the inability to get hired for the jobs you are seeking. Some of the biggest personal obstacle that job seekers face.One of the biggest elephants in the room; how to explain gaps in a resume.The challenge of being interviewed for a people oriented, but being naturally shy and introverted. How to ask for help. That's more challenging then it might seem.A conversation about the necessity to being your authentic self.The challenge of learning and displaying soft skills and its impact on success.Personal mentors of Jason's.For more information on this guest:https://hiregci.com