How to Win Big in Marketing Without Wasting a Dime ft. Borja Cuan | Episode 264

What if the reason your team isn't thriving has nothing to do with talent—and everything to do with communication and influence? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, I sit down with Tara Landes, founder of Bellrock Benchmarking and a master of sustainable organizational change, to explore what really drives high performance.  With over 25 years of experience advising small business leaders and training nearly 1,000 managers, Tara shares practical tools to set expectations, delegate effectively, and influence without manipulation.  Learn More About Our Guest: Linkedin http://www.bellrock.ca Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/

What if the secret to skyrocketing your revenue wasn’t pushier tactics—but deeper trust?    This week on the Speak with People Podcast, Jason Raitz is joined by Joe Crisara—America’s Service Sales Coach and co-founder of Service MVP.    With 40 years of experience and over 50,000 professionals trained, Joe breaks down how ethical communication, personal connection, and trust-building can completely transform your sales results. If you want to lead with integrity, communicate with impact, and turn everyday client conversations into revenue-generating relationships—don’t miss this one. Learn More About Our Guest: Linkedin ServiceMVP.com Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/

Ever wonder what it takes to manage over a billion dollars in ad spend — and actually get results? In this episode, we speak with Borja Cuan, co-founder of Four15 Digital and strategic mind behind multiple unicorn brands. He pulls back the curtain on high-stakes marketing, team leadership, and how communication drives performance in today’s noisy digital landscape. Learn More About Our Guest: Linkedin https://four15digital.com/ Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/

How do you lead your team when everything around you keeps shifting? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, we sit down with Lucy Adams, former HR Director at the BBC and current CEO of Disruptive HR, to explore bold, practical strategies for leading in a disrupted world.  Lucy shares the leadership lessons she learned during some of the most turbulent moments in her career, from navigating major organizational changes to transforming outdated HR practices. If you’re looking to cultivate resilient teams, communicate with empathy and clarity, and reimagine your leadership approach, this episode will inspire and equip you. Learn More About Our Guest: Linkedin https://disruptivehr.com/ Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/

How do you build a career and a life that’s not just successful, but truly remarkable? In this Speak with People Podcast episode, Jason Raitz sits down with the legendary Guy Kawasaki, author of Wiser Guy, chief evangelist at Canva, and host of the Remarkable People Podcast. Guy brings a treasure chest of stories from Silicon Valley, Apple, and beyond, combined with fresh wisdom from conversations with some of the world’s most inspiring leaders. Together, we’ll unpack how to navigate uncertainty, lead with clarity, and communicate in a way that leaves a lasting impact. Learn More About Our Guest: Linkedin Books - Wiser Guy | Think Remarkable Website - https://guykawasaki.com/guy-kawasaki/ Podcast - Remarkable People Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/

What if the conversations you’re avoiding are the very ones that could unlock alignment, trust, and momentum? In this transformational episode, Jason sits down with Nicole Bianchi, executive coach, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Small Brave Moves and Five Tough Talks—to explore how brave leadership begins with bold communication.  Nicole shares the real reason leaders avoid hard conversations, and why choosing courage over comfort is the first step toward cultural and personal transformation. Whether you’re struggling to unify your team, elevate your performance, or lead with clarity, Nicole offers practical tools to lead better, speak stronger, and ignite change. Learn More About Our Guest: Five Tough Talks | Small Brave Moves Linkedin https://www.nicolembianchi.com/ Small Brave Moves Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/

Can you truly have both, a fulfilling career and a thriving relationship? This week’s guest, Gabriela Embon, says yes—and she’ll show you how. As a former chemical engineer turned relationship coach and bestselling author, Gabriela blends precision with emotional intelligence to help high achievers build extraordinary partnerships.  In this episode, she shares why emotional ROI matters just as much as financial ROI, the four pillars of a power couple, and how to deepen connection with your partner in just minutes a day. If your career is thriving but your relationship feels like it’s surviving, this conversation will equip you with practical, proven strategies to elevate both. Learn More About Our Guest: Becoming a Power Couple Linkedin https://gabrielaembon.com/ Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/

What do you do when the team looks fine on the outside but feels empty underneath? In this episode of the Speak with People Podcast, keynote speaker and leadership strategist Jennifer Gomez introduces us to The JOY Method™, a science-backed approach to helping leaders use joy as a measurable strategy, not just a feel-good concept.  With over 15 years of experience, including leadership roles in government and entrepreneurship, Jennifer helps high-performing teams reconnect to what actually fuels innovation, productivity, and trust. If you’ve ever felt like your leadership team is "winning" on paper but quietly disconnected, this episode will shift your mindset and give you tools to reset your culture from the inside out. Learn More About Our Guest: Linkedin https://www.jen-gomez.com/ Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/

What does it take to earn trust, build influence, and communicate clearly in a world overflowing with noise? In this powerful episode of the Speak with People Podcast, Jason Raitz sits down with Mitch Slater—UBS Executive Director of Digital Communication, financial media host, and industry veteran with nearly four decades of experience.  Mitch shares insights from a career at the intersection of finance, media, and leadership, breaking down what today’s professionals must do to stand out. From mastering digital communication to building financial literacy to speaking with confidence—this is a must-listen. Learn More About Our Guest: Linkedin Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/

What if the very success you're chasing is what’s keeping you from thriving? In this powerful episode, April Diaz shares a revolutionary approach to leadership that prioritizes wholeness, transformation, and sustainable impact.  Drawing from decades of experience and her proprietary Wholeness Assessment, April reveals the hidden habits that lead to burnout, and how to replace them with rhythms that restore. Whether you're leading a company, a team, or just trying to keep it together at home, this conversation will challenge you to redefine success. Learn More About Our Guest: Linkedin https://ezerandco.com/ Learn More About Speak with People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/ Access an Ever Growing Communication Skills Library: https://www.speakwithpeople.com/skillslibrary Like/Watch/Share Our Resources: https://linktr.ee/SpeakWithPeople Learn MORE About Our Host: https://jasonraitz.com/