Closing Time: quick insights from sales & marketing experts

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Closing Time is a weekly podcast with insider tips and insights for go-to-market leaders. In each episode, you’ll meet a luminary in the sales, marketing, or customer success field and get actionable tips and tactics to elevate your game. Each 15-minute episode will go deep on skills to close deals, see the latest on marketing tech, or check out trends to elevate the customer experience.

  1. The global watercooler for B2B: How to leverage LinkedIn influencer marketing to drive revenue -- with Aneesh Lal

    HÁ 2 DIAS

    The global watercooler for B2B: How to leverage LinkedIn influencer marketing to drive revenue -- with Aneesh Lal

    When you think of influencers on social media, Instagram and TikTok likely come to mind. But big growth is happening with influencer marketing on LinkedIn—the new 'global watercooler' for B2B brands. In fact, influencer marketing is now considered 'essential spend,' showing exponential growth as more B2B companies embrace it. In this episode of Closing Time, meet Aneesh Lal, head of Wishly, the #1 LinkedIn creator agency. He explains why LinkedIn influencer marketing is thriving in 2025, how to identify the right creators, structure partnerships, price deals, and measure impact. Watch the episode on YouTube.   Want expert advice delivered monthly to your inbox? Subscribe to the Closing Time newsletter to never miss an episode: https://bit.ly/3C5aZUw   Connect With:  • Aneesh Lal: LinkedIn // The Wishly Group • Val Riley: LinkedIn  • Insightly's Website // Unbounce's Website // LeadsRx's Website

    21min
  2. LinkedIn video strategy for GTM leaders & executives who want to stand out -- with Devin Reed

    28 DE JUL.

    LinkedIn video strategy for GTM leaders & executives who want to stand out -- with Devin Reed

    LinkedIn video is an untapped goldmine for executives and go-to-market leaders looking to build trust, amplify brand reach, and engage customers, teams, and prospects. While text and photos have their place, video is where true thought leadership and authenticity shine. In this episode of Closing Time, Val Riley welcomes Devin Reed, CEO of The Reeder and LinkedIn content expert, to share how leaders can harness video to drive business impact and strengthen company reputation. From strategy to execution, Devin shares practical tips to help leaders show up authentically—and effectively—on LinkedIn. Watch the episode on YouTube.   Want expert advice delivered monthly to your inbox? Subscribe to the Closing Time newsletter to never miss an episode: https://bit.ly/3C5aZUw   Connect With:  • Devin Reed: LinkedIn // The Reeder • Val Riley: LinkedIn  • Insightly's Website // Unbounce's Website // LeadsRx's Website

    22min
  3. 5 ways B2B marketers can justify brand spend to their CFO -- with Patrick Cumming

    21 DE JUL.

    5 ways B2B marketers can justify brand spend to their CFO -- with Patrick Cumming

    Do you speak CFO? It’s a skill every marketer needs to master—fast. There’s often a gap between marketers who want to invest in brand (because they know it works) and CFOs who need to see clear metrics tied to that spend. Drawing that line isn’t always easy, but this week’s guest on Closing Time is here to help. Patrick Cumming of KlientBoost shares five practical tips to help marketers justify brand spend and communicate its value using the metrics and language CFOs care about most. Watch the episode on YouTube.   Want expert advice delivered monthly to your inbox? Subscribe to the Closing Time newsletter to never miss an episode: https://bit.ly/3C5aZUw   Connect With:  • Patrick Cumming: LinkedIn // KlientBoost • Val Riley: LinkedIn  • Insightly's Website // Unbounce's Website // LeadsRx's Website

    18min
  4. 5 ways AI helps B2B salespeople waste less time (and close more deals) -- with Jeeva.ai's Gaurav Bhattacharya

    14 DE JUL.

    5 ways AI helps B2B salespeople waste less time (and close more deals) -- with Jeeva.ai's Gaurav Bhattacharya

    Did you know that up to 72% of a salesperson’s time is spent on admin tasks instead of selling? You’ve heard a lot of ideas about how AI will disrupt the sales profession—but what about the real, practical ways it can actually help your team sell more? In this episode of Closing Time, Val sits down with Gaurav Bhattacharya, CEO of Jeeva.ai, to break down how AI can help flip that stat in your favor. Gaurav shares real-world examples of how AI can move your reps away from manual busywork and get them back to what they do best: closing deals. Watch the episode on YouTube.   Want expert advice delivered monthly to your inbox? Subscribe to the Closing Time newsletter to never miss an episode: https://bit.ly/3C5aZUw   Connect With:  • Gaurav Bhattacharya: LinkedIn // Jeeva.ai • Val Riley: LinkedIn  • Insightly's Website // Unbounce's Website // LeadsRx's Website

    24min
  5. 7 tips to accelerate pipeline velocity and compress your sales cycle -- with 30 Minutes to President's Club's Nick Cegelski

    7 DE JUL.

    7 tips to accelerate pipeline velocity and compress your sales cycle -- with 30 Minutes to President's Club's Nick Cegelski

    Time kills deals. We all know it. Yet, in 2025, slow-moving pipelines and endless sales cycles are more common than ever. Buyers have more power, more options, and more reasons to delay decisions. But what if you could flip that dynamic and move deals forward faster? Nick Cegelski, founder of 30 Minutes to President’s Club and author of Cold Calling Sucks, has mastered this art. He shared seven practical ways—from securing same-day next steps to holding pre-discovery calls with stakeholders—sellers can speed things up, accelerate pipeline velocity, and close more business. Nick’s team at 30MPC also co-authored The Ultimate Guide to Managing Your Pipeline. Download your copy to keep your pipeline hygiene on point — and turn a cleaner, stronger pipeline into more closed deals: https://www.insightly.com/30mpc/ Watch the episode on YouTube.   Want expert advice delivered monthly to your inbox? Subscribe to the Closing Time newsletter to never miss an episode: https://bit.ly/3C5aZUw   Connect With:  • Nick Cegelski: LinkedIn // 30 Minutes to President's Club  • Val Riley: LinkedIn  • Insightly's Website // Unbounce's Website // LeadsRx's Website

    19min
  6. The rise of Gen Z sales reps and how to adapt as a leader -- with Tony Morando

    26 DE JUN.

    The rise of Gen Z sales reps and how to adapt as a leader -- with Tony Morando

    Gen Z sales reps are entering the workforce fast—and sales leaders need to be ready. By 2030, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that Gen Z will make up 30% of the U.S. workforce. If you’re not managing a Gen Z seller yet, it’s only a matter of time. In this episode of Closing Time, we sit down with Tony Morando, Chief Sales Officer at World Emblem. Tony has climbed the sales ranks over two decades and now leads a multigenerational team spanning the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. He shares what he’s learned about onboarding, mentoring, and retaining Gen Z sales reps—plus tips for creating a team culture where every generation can thrive. Watch the episode on YouTube.   Want expert advice delivered monthly to your inbox? Subscribe to the Closing Time newsletter to never miss an episode: https://bit.ly/3C5aZUw   Connect With:  • Tony Morando: LinkedIn // World Emblem • Val Riley: LinkedIn  • Insightly's Website // Unbounce's Website // LeadsRx's Website

    15min
  7. How to grow your agency in an uncertain economy (with offensive + defensive strategies) -- with Jon Morris

    9 DE JUN.

    How to grow your agency in an uncertain economy (with offensive + defensive strategies) -- with Jon Morris

    The North American economy is uncertain, so what should your agency be doing to stay profitable and keep growing? In this episode of Closing Time, we sit down with Jon Morris, founder of Fiscal Advocate, a firm that helps marketing agencies make smarter financial decisions through real planning—not just bookkeeping. Jon shares the offensive and defensive strategies every agency should be using to navigate today’s unpredictable market. From identifying what’s really stalling growth to maximizing cash flow and investing wisely, this conversation is packed with insights to help agency owners weather the storm and come out stronger on the other side. Watch the episode on YouTube.   Want expert advice delivered monthly to your inbox? Subscribe to the Closing Time newsletter to never miss an episode: https://bit.ly/3C5aZUw   Connect With:  • Jon Morris: LinkedIn // Fiscal Advocate • Val Riley: LinkedIn  • Insightly's Website // Unbounce's Website // LeadsRx's Website

    16min
  8. 7 tips to improve open rates on your marketing email nurtures -- with Jack Kosakowski

    2 DE JUN.

    7 tips to improve open rates on your marketing email nurtures -- with Jack Kosakowski

    Email fatigue is real—and it’s hitting B2B marketers hard in 2025. With inboxes flooded by AI-generated outreach, outdated content, and automation overload, it’s no wonder open rates are tanking. So what can you do to stand out and stay relevant? In this episode of Closing Time, we’re joined by Jack Kosakowski, CEO of Creation Agency (U.S.), who shares 7 practical tips to revive your marketing email nurture strategy. From smarter segmentation to more tactical content and tech stack hacks, this episode is packed with actionable ideas to help you build emails people actually want to open. Your email list is a competitive advantage—if you treat it like one. Watch the episode on YouTube.   Want expert advice delivered monthly to your inbox? Subscribe to the Closing Time newsletter to never miss an episode: https://bit.ly/3C5aZUw   Connect With:  • Jack Kosakowski: LinkedIn // Creation Agency • Val Riley: LinkedIn  • Insightly's Website // Unbounce's Website // LeadsRx's Website

    16min
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Closing Time is a weekly podcast with insider tips and insights for go-to-market leaders. In each episode, you’ll meet a luminary in the sales, marketing, or customer success field and get actionable tips and tactics to elevate your game. Each 15-minute episode will go deep on skills to close deals, see the latest on marketing tech, or check out trends to elevate the customer experience.

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