

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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Jun 8, 2025 • 23min
280: Navigating AI's SEO Changes with Corey Morris
Corey Morris, author of 'Digital Marketing Success Plan,' delves into the evolving world of digital marketing. He discusses the impact of AI on SEO, the rise of zero-click searches, and the importance of quality over quantity in lead generation. Learn how to adapt to changes in Google's first page dynamics and leverage AI for effective digital marketing strategies.
"We have to be working smarter and not harder. So doing things the long way, the manual way, and or the expensive because it hasn't been made efficient by AI ways will be in trouble." - Corey Morris
Key Takeaways:
-What is the impact of zero-click searches on SEO?
-How to adapt marketing strategies with new AI in SEO
-Managing lead nurturing to adjust to AI in SEO
-Managing the future of marketing with digital integration
Connect with Corey Morris
https://voltage.digital/
https://voltage.digital/corey-video-mtg
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreymorris/
https://www.facebook.com/voltagekc
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/
TWITTER/X
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/
#AI #marketing #artificialintelligence #SEO #searchengines #google #bing #yahoo
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Jun 4, 2025 • 4min
Extra Point: Tips for Rebranding
This week, we're talking about something that can make or break your business: rebranding. Gain valuable insights on leadership and team dynamics with host Chip Gray.
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

May 28, 2025 • 4min
Extra Point: Spotting Your Sales Star
This week, we're talking about something every business leader needs to know—how to spot the sales star on your team. Gain valuable insights on leadership and team dynamics with host Chip Gray.
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

May 25, 2025 • 25min
279: Nonprofit Challenges with James Misner
In this insightful episode, James Misner, founder and CEO of The Kipos Group, delves into the unique challenges faced by nonprofit organizations. With over 16 years of experience, James shares his expertise on leadership, team building, and fundraising strategies. He emphasizes the importance of major donors, transparency, and effective communication to build trust and sustain nonprofit growth. James also discusses his eight-week fundraising accelerator program designed to help nonprofits optimize their strategies.
"Nonprofit folks aren't money driven. They're driven by this deep desire to solve really unsolvable problems in the world, problems that business hasn't figured out how to monetize, and how government just can't solve." - James Misner
Key Takeaways:
-For profit vs. nonprofit differences for managers
-How can nonprofits rebuild trust after a scandal?
-Managing unique personality traits of nonprofit leaders
-How should nonprofits manage donor relationships to improve retention
Connect with James Misner
https://thekiposgroup.com/
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/
TWITTER/X
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/
#nonprofitmanagement #nonprofits #thekiposgroup #jamesmisner #managesmarter #managers #cleesmith
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May 21, 2025 • 4min
Extra Point: Hiring the Right People
This week, we're tackling a topic that can make or break your business: hiring the right people. Gain valuable insights on leadership and team dynamics with host Chip Gray.
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

May 14, 2025 • 4min
Extra Point: AI Readiness
This week, we're talking about something that's reshaping the business landscape: AI readiness. Gain valuable insights on leadership and team dynamics with host Chip Gray.
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

May 11, 2025 • 22min
278: Influencing Your Boss with Elaina Zuker
Elaina Zuker, author of 'Seven Secrets of Influence,' shares her expertise on influencing your boss and mastering workplace dynamics. Discover the importance of understanding influence styles and adapting communication to match your boss's preferences. Elaina offers practical tips for enhancing your influence skills, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their leadership and workplace relationships.
"If your boss says something like, 'I want to get that out by Friday,' and you take just a few minutes to ask more, you can get very, very clear about what is expected of you." - Elaina Zuker
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
-What is the key to influencing your boss effectively?
-How entrepreneurs become more influential in their trade organizations
-Apply the "like likes like" principle
-What is the role of attentiveness in the Seven Secrets of Influence?
Connect with Elaina Zuker
https://ezinfluence.com
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/
TWITTER/X
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/
#HR #influence #influencingyourboss #workplaceinfluence #salescred #managesmarter #workplace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 7, 2025 • 4min
Extra Point: Digital Empathy
This week we're talking about how to express empathy through digital platforms. Gain valuable insights on leadership and team dynamics with host Chip Gray.
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

Apr 30, 2025 • 5min
Extra Point: Welcoming New Hires
This week, we're talking about something that might just change the way you think about welcoming new hires. Gain valuable insights on leadership and team dynamics with host Chip Gray.
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

Apr 27, 2025 • 24min
277: Supply Chain Management with David Carroll
In this episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of supply chain management with David Carroll, author of 'The Only All-in-One Way to Fix Your Supply Chain.' David shares his insights on transforming supply chains from being siloed and chaotic to fully integrated systems. He emphasizes the importance of leadership in utilizing ERP systems like SAP to streamline operations. Discover how AI and master data play crucial roles in modernizing supply chains and why leadership is key to successful digital transformation. Whether you're dealing with supply chain disruptions or looking to improve efficiency, David's expertise offers valuable guidance. Tune in to learn how to make your supply chain an unstoppable force in today's competitive market."At least on average, 70 to 75% of all digital transformations fail. And one of the biggest reasons is leadership. If you haven't got the strength and leadership to say, we're not going to do that, we are going to now, literally get rid of all of our spreadsheets so that I as the CEO or, you know, a senior vice president of supply chain or whatever the C that, you know, the C suite, we need to be able to use one system of record to improve things." - David Carroll Key Takeaways-What is the primary issue with supply chains and how can it affect managers and leaders?-What role does AI play in supply chain management?-What industries are still facing supply chain issues? -How can you improve your supply chain? What's the importance of leadership in driving this transformation and ensuring that all departments are aligned?Connect with David Carrollwww.davidgcarroll.comwww.linkedin.com/in/davidgcarrollConnect with Manage Smarter Hosts· Website: https://salesfuel.com/manage-smarter/· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audreystrong/ · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cleesmith/TWITTER/XAudrey https://x.com/tallmediamavenLee https://x.com/cleesmithConnect with SalesFuel· Website: https://salesfuel.com/· Twitter: https://x.com/SalesFuel· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salesfuel/#supplychain #logistics #managesmarter #teamtrait #davidcaroll #business #supplychaindisruption #businessproblems #inventory #fulfillment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


