Episode 287 (Jim is based in Arizona)
In this conversation with Jim Hardwick we explore:
why serving others builds trust faster than traditional selling
how servant leadership strengthens teams without weakening authority
the role of vulnerability in effective leadership
why intentional service creates long-term business growth
how listening to employees improves motivation and retention
the difference between serving from obligation versus passion
why giving time and advice often returns greater value than money
how service creates personal fulfillment beyond financial success
the connection between trust, sales, and sustainable growth
practical ways leaders can serve locally without grand gestures
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About our guest:
Jim welcomes your questions about sales. Enjoy a no-charge conversation with him.
Call him - 623-451-1080
Email - jhardwick@salesxceleration.com
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Key lessons from this podcast:
serving others builds trust, which is the foundation of sustainable business growth
a servant’s heart shifts leadership from taking to giving without weakening authority
intentional service creates stronger relationships with employees, clients, and communities
vulnerability from leaders encourages honesty, loyalty, and higher engagement
serving employees’ personal goals increases motivation and performance
trust grows when leaders focus on helping rather than selling
service must come from genuine passion, not obligation
giving time, advice, or attention often creates greater long-term value than money
servant leadership improves sales by focusing on solving real problems
meaningful service creates personal fulfillment beyond financial success
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In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.
Your host is George Torok
George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He’s fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.
Connect with George
www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com
https://superiorpresentations.net/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/
https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills
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