

Manage Smarter
C. Lee Smith and Audrey Strong
Join hosts Audrey Strong and C. Lee Smith on the #1 sales management podcast as they dive into management, leadership, business, sales, company culture, talent retention, revenues, performance metrics, hiring and more. From debunking sales myths to learning how to manage with and without measurements, you'll learn something new with every episode and will be able to implement positive change throughout your workplace. Available on all major podcast outlets and all episodes available on ManageSmarter.com
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Oct 15, 2025 • 4min
Extra Point: From Rep to Coach
This week we're talking about one of the most common growing pains for any ambitious business: figuring out the real difference between a strong sales manager and a top-notch sales representative
Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you'll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 13, 2025 • 26min
289: AI Law Dangers, HR, Employees, and Legal Steps to Take with Lawyer Seth Kugler
AI is transforming business, but it also brings new legal risks and compliance challenges. In this episode, attorney Seth Kugler of Grellas Shah, a Silicon Valley-based expert in AI law, corporate governance, and tech litigation, explains why every company needs a responsible AI policy.
"Shadow AI is a real risk: Employees often use unauthorized AI tools, risking data breaches and policy violations. Make sure your AI policy is clear and enforced." - Seth Kugler
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
-Creating an ethical AI policy for your company
-What to include in your employee handbook regarding AI policy
-Best legal practices on the daily use of AI in your course of business, to assure data safety and privacy
-Seth's legal advice and steps to take regarding the use of AI in your hiring
Connect with Seth Kugler
https://grellas.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-kugler-2218747/
Connect with Manage Smarter and its hosts
Website: https://salesfuel.com/manage-smarter/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audreystrong/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cleesmith/
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Audrey https://x.com/tallmediamaven
Lee https://x.com/cleesmith
Connect with SalesFuel
Website: https://salesfuel.com/
X: https://x.com/SalesFuel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salesfuel/
The contents of this podcast are not a substitute for professional legal advice and are solely the opinions of the guest. Consult with your own counsel on any specific legal matters you may have.
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Oct 8, 2025 • 5min
Extra Point: Tips for Inside Sales Success
This week, we're talking about what really moves the needle in inside sales.
Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you'll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 1, 2025 • 4min
Extra Point: Resilient Sales Teams
This week, we're talking about something every sales leader should have on their radar: resilience.
Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you'll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 28, 2025 • 25min
288: Copyrights, Trademarks & AI: Legal Essentials for Content Creators with Stephanie Weier
Stephanie Weier, CEO and co-founder of Brandwood Global, dives into copyright, trademark, and intellectual property rights for content creators and marketers. She shares actionable tips to avoid legal risks, explains the impact of AI on content, and introduces her Brandingo app for secure brand engagement. Essential listening for anyone in content creation, digital marketing, or brand management.
"If you are broadcasting in any forum, you know, Facebook streaming, whatever, that then becomes a commercial, so to speak. So when you go from a personal use... to posting it on different social media sites, then you become a commercial use. And so those music pieces that are going to be heard, do they carry forth, you know, so now you're infringing on those copyrights.4It's going to be a burgeoning litigation field, I believe, because [AI is] completely vacuuming up all copyrights, all trademarks. And then it's morphing those into new products, new designs." - Stephanie Weier
KEY TAKEAWAYS
-Learn best practices for music licensing
-Latest definitions of fair use
-How to protect your company from liability and protect your content
-Uses of logos and artwork
-More insights for influencers, content creators on actionable legal insights and SEO tips to protect intellectual property
The contents of this podcast are not a substitute for professional legal advice and are solely the opinions of the guest. Consult with your own counsel on any specific legal matters you may have.
Connect with Stephanie Weier
www.Brandwoodglobal.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieweier/https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.weier.14
Connect with Manage Smarter and its hosts!!!!· Website: https://salesfuel.com/manage-smarter/· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audreystrong/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cleesmith/
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Audrey https://x.com/tallmediamaven
Lee https://x.com/cleesmith
Connect with SalesFuel·
Website: https://salesfuel.com/·
Twitter: https://x.com/SalesFuel· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salesfuel/
#internetinfluencer #socialmedia #socialmediainfluencer #tiktokinfluencer #youtubeinfluencer #facebookinfluencer #snapchatinfluencer #legal #AI #fairuse #intellectualproperty #Brandingo #Brandingoapp #BrandwoodGlobal #stephanieweier #copyrights #trademarks #law #video #audio #logo
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Sep 24, 2025 • 4min
Extra Point: Trial Closes
This week, we're talking about a sales technique that’s all about finesse—trial closes.
Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you'll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 17, 2025 • 5min
Extra Point: Ego in Sales
This week, we're talking about ego in sales—how it can be your secret weapon or your biggest obstacle.
Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you'll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 14, 2025 • 30min
287: Law, HR, Furries and Other Accommodations with Leah Stiegler
Leah Stiegler, a seasoned labor attorney from Woods Rogers, delves into the complexities of modern workplace dynamics. From handling toxic personalities to navigating the intricacies of non-compete agreements, Leah offers invaluable insights for employers. She discusses the importance of maintaining a psychologically safe environment and the role of documentation in protecting both employees and employers. Leah also touches on the ethical use of AI in workplace management, emphasizing transparency and responsible practices. Tune in to learn how to manage workplace challenges effectively and keep your organization legally compliant. Whether you're dealing with workplace toxicity or exploring AI's role in sales, Leah's expertise is a must-listen for all managers.
"I would say that the best advice I can give on that is for managers to address concerns early on, to hear someone out regardless of whether they think the concern is ridiculous or whether they know that the person is wrong about their perception, whatever it may be." - Leah Stiegler
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
-How can managers handle false allegations without appearing retaliatory?
-The importance of handling workplace HR legal issues promptly
-The latest unusual workplace HR trends and accommodations, including furries, litter boxes and other requests
-Non-Compete agreements
-What to do about workplace romances and the various dynamics and scenarios of those
-AI, technology forensic data, social media posts legal latest
#HR #humanresources #businesslaw #law #lawyer #laborlaw #laborattorney #HRattorney #workplaceaccommodations
CONNNECT WITH LEAH STIEGLER
www.woodsrogers.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-stiegler-28aa7a62/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/woodsrogers/
Connect with Manage Smarter Website: https://salesfuel.com/manage-smarter/· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audreystrong/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cleesmith/
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Audrey https://x.com/tallmediamaven
Lee https://x.com/cleesmith
Connect with SalesFuel·
Website: https://salesfuel.com/·
X: https://x.com/SalesFuel· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salesfuel/
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Sep 10, 2025 • 4min
Extra Point: Civility in the Workplace
This week, we're talking about something that every leader, manager, and team member should care about: civility in the workplace.
Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you'll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 3, 2025 • 5min
Extra Point: Most Underrated Sales Traits
This week, we're talking about some of the most underrated traits that can take your sales game to the next level.
Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you'll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


