Sell Smarter, Live Better

Stacey Chillemi
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Emotional maturity is the leadership skill nobody trained you for, and it decides whether people trust you. The Sell Smarter, Live Better podcast brings you Rich Lyons, entrepreneur, former CEO, leadership coach, and author of Life Is Sales. Rich built Lyons Consulting Group (LYONSCG) to roughly 500 employees before Capgemini acquired it, and now teaches what it took: self-awareness, emotional regulation, honest selling, and leading with service instead of ego. Expect real stories, plain-spoken tactics, and a new model of manhood where strength and feeling work together. Build the person, grow the business, strengthen your relationships at home.

Episodes

  1. Aug 10

    Your Reputation Is Your Real Resume

    Your reputation is your real resume — and it's being written in every interaction you have, whether you're paying attention or not. Rich Lyons, entrepreneur, leadership coach, and author of Life Is Sales, shares how trust and integrity become your most powerful business assets long before credentials do. From handling angry clients without losing the relationship to the emotional regulation habits that keep you grounded under pressure, this conversation delivers the small-moment skills that build a reputation worth protecting. Connect with Rich Websites: richlyons.com | lifeissales.com Instagram: instagram.com/richardblyons LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardblyons X (Twitter): X.com/richardblyons

  2. Jul 8

    Authentic Leadership Builds Trust Faster Than Expertise

    Authentic leadership is the asset most credentialed experts never fully use, and it is the reason talented people lose trust, clients, and teams they should already have. Expertise earns attention. Authenticity earns loyalty. Rich Lyons, entrepreneur, former CEO, and author of Life Is Sales, built his entire philosophy on the idea that real influence is created through self-awareness, relationships, and service — not titles or performance. After this episode, the way you show up in every room changes. Connect with Rich Websites: richlyons.com | lifeissales.com Instagram: instagram.com/richardblyons LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardblyons X (Twitter): X.com/richardblyons

  3. Feb 11

    Fear Isn’t the Problem—Avoiding It Is (How to Build Confidence Fast)

    Fear isn’t your enemy—it’s information. When you know how to work with it, confidence follows. In this episode, host Lisa Urbanski talks with entrepreneur and author Rich Lyons about how fear, imposter syndrome, and self-doubt actually work—and how awareness helps you respond instead of freeze.  You’ll learn: 🧠 Why fear shows up right before growth 🚦 How to pause fear without forcing confidence 🦁 The difference between courage and fearlessness 🔁 How imposter syndrome really works 🎯 Small actions that build confidence over time Connect with Rich Websites: richlyons.com | lifeissales.com Instagram: instagram.com/richardblyons LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardblyons X (Twitter): X.com/richardblyons

  4. Jan 16

    The 4 Elements That Heal Your Emotions (Fast)

    If you’ve been trying to “push through” your emotions—and it’s draining your energy, relationships, or leadership—this episode will help you reset right now. Host Lisa Urbanski talks with Rich Lyons (Life Is Sales) about emotional healing through the four elements—fire, earth, air, and water—and how this framework helps you release fear, get grounded, and lead with integrity in 2026.  You’ll learn 👇 🔥 How to let go of worry so you can move forward with confidence 🌱 How to ground yourself when life feels uncertain 🌬️ How to invite clarity and new opportunities without forcing outcomes 💧 How to stop suppressing emotions and lead with authenticity 🧠 How balanced leadership (masculine + feminine) improves decisions and culture Connect with Rich Websites: richlyons.com | lifeissales.com Instagram: instagram.com/richardblyons LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardblyons X (Twitter): X.com/richardblyons

  5. 12/15/2025

    How to Sell Without Selling Your Soul: Put Emotional Intelligence Into Action

    Is learning to handle your emotions the secret to feeling calmer, more confident, and more connected? Host Lisa Urbanski sits down with Rich Lyons, author of Life Is Sales, to unpack how emotional awareness can turn sales pressure, anxiety, and everyday conflict into genuine connection—in business, relationships, and life. You’ll learn: 🤝 How to treat every interaction as service, not a pushy pitch 🧠 Simple tools to calm anxiety and stay present in tough conversations ❤️ How vulnerability and honesty build trust with customers, partners, and family 🎯 A practical way to notice your emotions so you can choose your response instead of reacting Connect with Rich Websites: richlyons.com | lifeissales.com Instagram: instagram.com/richardblyons LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardblyons X (Twitter): X.com/richardblyons

  6. 11/19/2025

    Men, Emotions & Money: Redefining Strength at Work

    If you’ve ever been told to “man up,” this conversation shows you a better way to be strong. Host Lisa Urbanski sits down with author and sales trainer Rich Lyons to get real about men’s mental health, emotional awareness, and modern masculinity. You’ll learn: How suppressing emotions sabotages relationships, careers, and healthSimple ways men can start naming and processing feelingsWhy emotional intelligence is a true “superpower” in life and salesHow fathers can model vulnerability and strength for their kidsPractical steps to build support networks and prevent burnout & suicide Connect with Rich Websites: richlyons.com | lifeissales.com Instagram: instagram.com/richardblyons LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardblyons X (Twitter): X.com/richardblyons

  7. 10/27/2025

    What's Holding You Back from MAXIMIZING Your Potential Now

    You’re selling every day... your ideas, time, standards. The question is: are you closing…or coasting? Coach & author Rich Lyons joins Stacey Chillemi to reframe sales as serving decisions, turn awareness into bold choices, and lock in a simple weekly system that compounds results. Stay to the end for 5 concrete plays you can run this week. You’ll learn: • Persuasion vs. manipulation (and why integrity sells) • The awareness → choice loop that changes outcomes • A no-drama cadence for asks, follow-ups, and reps • The Big Five: one courageous ask, two follow-ups before noon, 15-minute skill reps, a daily state check, and a weekly review If this moved you: Follow, rate ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, and share with one high-performer friend. Connect with Rich Websites: richlyons.com | lifeissales.com Instagram: instagram.com/richardblyons LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardblyons X (Twitter): X.com/richardblyons

  • 7 Episodes

About

Emotional maturity is the leadership skill nobody trained you for, and it decides whether people trust you. The Sell Smarter, Live Better podcast brings you Rich Lyons, entrepreneur, former CEO, leadership coach, and author of Life Is Sales. Rich built Lyons Consulting Group (LYONSCG) to roughly 500 employees before Capgemini acquired it, and now teaches what it took: self-awareness, emotional regulation, honest selling, and leading with service instead of ego. Expect real stories, plain-spoken tactics, and a new model of manhood where strength and feeling work together. Build the person, grow the business, strengthen your relationships at home.

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  • Creator
    Stacey Chillemi
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Stacey Chillemi
  • Show Website
    Sell Smarter, Live Better