

Pocket Sized Pep Talks
Rob Jolles
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.
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Jan 15, 2025 • 4min
Let Them See You Sweat!
If the thought of sweating makes you squeamish, you might want to a pass on this particular podcast. I’m not just going to talk about it; I’m going to celebrate it! In this quick, four-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I’m going to make a case that sweat is one of the best measurements of just what kind of presenter you might be watching and listening to!

Jan 13, 2025 • 51min
Presentation Tips From A Comedian
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:Danny's take on one of Rob's favorite questions: "Can anyone be funny?" A good comedian isn't always funny… but when they're not funny, they're interesting. Danny talk about ways to be interesting without being funny.What inspired Danny to become a comedian. How Danny adjusts his comedic style to connect with a corporate audiences.A couple of tips he would offer to improve your stage presence.Some tips he offers to help you find their timing to make your stories or presentations more engaging.Tips for business professionals looking to improve their confidence when speaking or presenting.A couple of suggestions business leaders can use to improve storytelling to inspire and motivate their teams.To learn more about this guest:www.dannyjolles.com

Jan 8, 2025 • 5min
A Presenter's Best Friend
When it comes to standing up in front of an audience and speaking, technological tools seem to come and go. In this quick, five and a half minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll tell you about one, simple, misunderstood piece of furniture, that has maintained it place as one of the most useful things available to any speaker. Oh, and we’re still taught to avoid it at all costs! Wrong!

Jan 6, 2025 • 38min
From Combative to Collaborative: Transforming Tough Conversations
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:Skills that will allow you to come prepared for any negotiation process and arrive at an equitable outcome.How sales organizations prepare for potential crises that may disrupt their operations.What role effective communication plays in maintaining sales performance during a crisis.Some strategies that have proven effective for sales teams during times of crisis.How leaders foster a culture of resilience and adaptability within their teams to better navigate crises.How we know we’re ready, and some indicators that a sales organization may be crisis-capable.To learn more about this guest:fabianalacercaallen.com

Jan 1, 2025 • 4min
New Years Day - The Can't Miss Holiday!
I’m scrubbing down the office, and getting ready for the new year. In this quick, four-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll tell you why I find myself looking forward to the new year, every year! It’s a can’t miss holiday folks, and I’ll tell you why...

Dec 30, 2024 • 43min
Maybe It's Time To Write YOUR Business Book!
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How she came up with the title, the Decider of all Things!How a business book contribute to a larger marketing strategy for businesses.How a business owner can determine if there is a good business case for writing a book.Whether authors should use AI in the writing process, and if so, how.Some strategies busy authors can use for getting their big ideas into a first draft.How or where authors are most likely to overthink their business books.Emily's #1 piece of advice for first-time authors.How to determine whether to hire a ghostwriter or writ the book yourself.What inspired Emily to write her book.To learn more about this guest:GUEST PHONE - 269-370-8002GUEST EMAIL - emily@thepocketphd.comGUEST WEBSITE: https://www.thepocketphd.com/SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilycrookston

Dec 25, 2024 • 5min
The Science Behind Presentation Breaks
If you’ve ever conducted a presentation that lasts over two hours, you understand how difficult it can be to hold the interest of an audience. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll remind you that right under your nose, you have one of the most valuable and misused approaches to sustaining interest. I’ll tell you what it is and how to use it properly!

Dec 23, 2024 • 42min
Learning Why And When To Quit
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How Greg's failure lead to success.The battle between the shame he felt from failure, and the wisdom he learned from the experience.How he deals with self-doubt and doubt from others.When he realized he wanted to be an entrepreneur, and the skills he possessed to see that dream through.Greg's personal definition of success.How he manages his work-life balance?To Learn More About This Guest:www.imundressed.comwilliam@brawnercommunications.com

Dec 18, 2024 • 4min
An Objection Handling Secret Weapon
Years ago, while demoing a Xerox copier for a prospect, the machine jammed. I uttered four words that saved my sale. in this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll share with you my secret weapon - four words can bail you out of many difficult situations!

Dec 16, 2024 • 33min
Confessions Of A Master Connector
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How you build authentic connections that go beyond surface-level interactions and when you have 30,000 LinkedIn Connections!What steps you take to shift from being inward-focused to becoming others-focused. What being a 'go-giver' means and how it can transform your relationships. What one of the biggest obstacle Steve has had to overcome, and how it shaped who you are today.Finally, Steve shares a classic example of have a perceived weaknesses became a hidden source of strength for him.To Learn More About This Guest:Steve Spiro President | Master ConnectorSpiro Global Inchttp://spiro-global.comCell: 914-490-9782Email: steve.spiro@spiro-global.comLocation: I am located in Stamford, CT, USA