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MEDIASCAPE: Insights From Digital ChangemakersStop Selling Yourself, Start Solving Their ProblemsWhat if everything you thought you knew about sales and personal branding was backward? Rob Durant, CEO, US Operations of The Institute for Sales Professionals, challenges conventional wisdom by revealing that successful sales and compelling personal brands aren't actually about you—they're about solving problems for others.Durant's mission to transform the sales profession began with his own experience as a 14-year-old cold caller with no training. Today, his organization provides rigorous, globally-recognized certification that ensures sales professionals deliver value rather than simply pursuing transactions. By partnering with universities worldwide, Durant is reshaping the profession at its ro...2025-04-2336 min
Classroom Narratives: Healing in EducationLearning How to Learn: The teacher as an Influencer, as Explained by Rob Durant 📘 Episode Synopsis:What if being a great teacher means being a great salesperson—not in the traditional sense, but in how we influence, inspire, and connect? In this episode, Rob Durant, author of The Social Enablement Blueprint: Stop Pitching, Start Selling, joins Dr. Joey Weisler to explore how the roles of educator, mentor, and salesperson intersect in powerful and surprising ways. From his start at Disney to teaching math and leading in sales education, Rob shares how communication, authenticity, and adaptability shape the modern classroom—and why treating others the way they want to be treated is the key...2025-04-1629 min
Brah Migos PodcastWill Kevin Durant go back to the Thunder?In this episode of the Brah Migos podcast, hosts Price and Rob, along with guest Big Viski, dive into a variety of sports topics, including a humorous rant about ellipticals, discussions on NBA star Kevin Durant's future, the ongoing feud between LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith, and the rollercoaster performance of the Lakers. They also cover MLB opening day highlights, the importance of pitcher safety, and make predictions for the AL and NL MVPs and Cy Young winners. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into various sports topics, including the potential role of Shohei Ohtani with the...2025-03-301h 33
The What's Bruin ShowWNBA CBA is approaching, NCAA transfer portal is opening, Should Anthony Edwards leave Minnesota| E9WNBA’s New CBA, KD’s Next Move & NBA Playoff PushIn this episode of What’s Bruin, we break down the specifics of the new WNBA CBA, including the impact on retirement plans, long-term health benefits, and jersey sale accommodations. We also debate whether Anthony Edwards should stay in Minnesota if they add reinforcements, and if the Warriors have what it takes for a deep playoff run. Plus, is it harder to be a two-sport athlete in football and baseball? And where could Kevin Durant land next—Houston, San Antonio, or OKC?We unpack Rich Paul's take on how college...2025-03-281h 11
The What's Bruin ShowKD Back to OKC? High School-to-NBA Stars, Cade Cunningham Cooking, Hannah Hidalgo’s Stamp| Ep 6🎙️ The What’s Bruin Show – New Episode Out Now!In this episode, we dive into:🏀 The parallels between high school-to-NBA stars and the impact of NIL on college athletes🔥 Cade Cunningham finally living up to his No. 1 pick potential🤔 Could De’Aaron Fox be the key piece for the San Antonio Spurs?💙 Should Kevin Durant make a homecoming to OKC?☘️ Will Hannah Hidalgo leave a bigger mark on women’s college hoops than Caitlin Clark?#TheWhatsBruinShow #NIL #NBA #CadeCunningham #KevinDurant #DeAaronFox #HannahHidalgo #WomensHoops #sportstalk Catch it now on Apple, Spotify, all audio platforms, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe...2025-02-2557 min
The Odd Couple with Rob Parker & Kelvin WashingtonHour 1 - Kevin Durant is Still 'NBA Dead'Rob and Kelvin discuss why Kevin Durant crossing the 30,000 career points mark isn’t a bigger deal in NBA circles, explain why KD’s basketball legacy is so complicated, tell us why they have a bone to pick with Eagles pass rusher Josh Sweat and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-02-1334 min
Minnesota Sports with Mackey & JuddMinnesota Timberwolves and NBA trade deadline predictions: Rob Dillingham, Kevin Durant and moreMinnesota Timberwolves predictions and NBA trade deadline predictions involving Rob Dillingham, Kevin Durant and more; Plus other predictions on the Wild, Vikings, Twins and more on Write That Down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-02-0527 minMinnesota Sports with Mackey & JuddMinnesota Timberwolves and NBA trade deadline predictions: Rob Dillingham, Kevin Durant and moreMinnesota Timberwolves predictions and NBA trade deadline predictions involving Rob Dillingham, Kevin Durant and more; Plus other predictions on the Wild, Vikings, Twins and more on Write That Down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-02-0533 min
Love Your SalesSales Ethics: Earning Respect in a Changing FieldIn this engaging episode of "Love Your Sales," hosts Leighann Lovely and Rob Durant delve into the intricacies of the sales profession, exploring the challenges and misconceptions faced by salespeople. They tackle issues like overcoming the negative stereotypes perpetuated by Hollywood and the importance of ethical selling. The conversation highlights the critical role of proper training and certification, with insights into how sales professionals can elevate their craft to gain the same respect as other certified professions. Durant's experience and wisdom shine through as he shares the mission of the Institute of Sales Professionals to standardize and elevate sales...2025-01-0847 min
The Inspire PodcastS6 E15: The Power of Tenure in Your Career and Company with Rob DiplockIn this episode, Bart meets with Rob Diplock, Senior Vice President at Kumon North America, the sixth-largest franchise in the world, to explore the value of long employee tenures. Rob shares his personal journey with Kumon, who has become the employer of his entire career. He discusses the advantages of remaining with one organization—for both employees and employers—and the unique challenges that arise from spending your professional life in one company.
Rob reflects on how workplace trends have shifted, whether long-term careers still offer the same benefits, and what companies gain—and risk losing—with employee retention. He closes w...2024-10-2735 min
The Sports Gossip ShowTravis Kelce mansplained baseball to Taylor Swift, Kevin Durant is friends with a dictionary, and does Shohei Ohtani know who Rob Lowe is?In this episode of The Sports Gossip Show, Madeline and Charlotte dive into it all, starting with Kevin Durant’s latest adventure on Twitter, and how it had to do with…the Merriam-Webster Dictionary? Also, why was Vogue/Condé Nast czar Anna Wintour at the Bengals game in Joe Burrow’s suite? Is this a Met gala preview? The Jets are an even bigger disaster than they were last week, so the gals talk about why owner Woody Johnson fired former head coach Robert Saleh, and what it could’ve had to do with London and Aaron Rodgers. Then, obviously...2024-10-161h 01
A Jaded Gay121. Unpack Your Gay Emotional Baggage (with Dr. Jason Durant)In numerous episodes, we’ve learned that gay men are more likely to struggle with mental health issues due to the trauma experienced from growing up in a society that often stigmatizes their identity. Despite these challenges, we must heal from trauma so we can lead fulfilling lives and make a difference for the LGBTQ+ community, fostering both personal well-being and collective resilience.In this episode, Dr. Jason Durant, a prominent gay psychologist, joins us to discuss how his own journey has shaped his empathetic and insightful approach to therapy, how he addresses common mental health struggles ga...2024-09-2452 min
TJ Walker Success PodcastEpisode 7: “Unlocking Social Media Success with Rob Durant”In this episode, TJ Walker hosts Rob Durant, a seasoned social media strategist with over 20 years of experience. Rob shares his insights on leveraging social media for business growth and personal branding. Visit his website: SocialEnablement.Pro, flywheelresults.com. Here’s a sneak peek:
💡The Power of Consistency: Rob emphasizes the importance of starting somewhere and being consistent. He advises against competing with big influencers and instead focusing on personal growth and engagement.
💡Video Content Strategy: TJ and Rob discuss the advantages of using video content over text. Rob shares his experience with liv...2024-08-1354 min
Peak Performance LeadershipMastering Sales Leadership: From Newbie to Navigator | Scott McCarthy | Episode 296In this powerful episode of Peak Performance Leadership, Scott McCarthy sits down with Rob Durant to uncover the hidden dynamics of sales leadership. This episode is brimming with actionable insights on how to cultivate psychological safety within your sales team, the crucial role of mentorship, and the art of forging deep, meaningful team connections. Scott McCarthy, with his extensive experience as a senior Canadian army officer and Chief Leadership Officer at Moving Forward Leadership, brings his sharp, battle-tested perspective to the conversation, making this a must-listen for leaders at all levels.
Introduction to the Topic2024-08-0932 minThe Odd Couple with Rob Parker & Kelvin WashingtonHour 1 - Kevin Durant's Team USA Resume Means NothingChris and Rob explain why Kevin Durant being regarded as the greatest player in USA Basketball history is a meaningless title, discuss how much Olympic play matters when it comes to a player’s legacy, tell us why they have a problem with the NFL Top 100 voting criteria and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-07-3138 min
Lead With Trust PodcastSocial Enablement: Boosting Revenue Through Authentic Connections with Rob DurantWelcome back to TrustBuilders! In this episode, our host Hannah Eisenberg sits down with Rob Durant, a seasoned expert in social media engagement and the author of "The Social Enablement Blueprint: Stop Pitching, Start Selling." Rob shares invaluable strategies for engaging and building trust on social media, with an emphasis on starting authentic conversations, being generous with your content, and disregarding the temptation to chase algorithms or go viral.We'll hear Rob discuss the importance of being known for what you know and preparing for opportunities influenced by lessons from his father, a dedicated math teacher. Rob...2024-07-2944 min
Taking Back MondayUnleashing the Power of Genuine Connections feat. Rob Durant"If there's one thing I want you to take away from all of this, make the call."Dive into a compelling journey of sales, customer success, and the magic of building genuine connections in our latest episode of "Taking Back Monday." Join us as we sit down with Rob Durant, a master of transforming the art of sales into a path of empowerment and connection. Discover Rob's unique approach that turned a hesitant phone call to Salesforce into a monumental partnership, defining the trajectory of his career and company. Learn how his foundational years at Disney and...2024-04-0431 min
Stickbow CountryRob Durant - Ohio Traditional ArcherySend us a textCome along as Rob talks all things Ohio Traditional Archery and we also talk about his elk hunt this past fall. We of course had to talk about bows and his most recent endeavor RD Leatherworks, enjoy!! Special thanks - Kalamazoo Bow Works , True North Arrows and Abowyer broadheads 2024-03-041h 10
Strategic Advisor BoardEpisode 716 "Pivot Perspectives": From Customer Service to Sales MasteryIn this insightful conversation, Rob Durant shares his journey from teacher to startup founder and introduces the concept of "social enablement" as a transformative approach to sales and relationship-building. We discuss Durant's career pivots, the influence of personal experiences, and the wisdom gleaned from various mentorship moments. Discover how being genuine, approachable, and service-minded can lead to exponential success in the world of sales and beyond.Tune in to learn more!For more go to: https://www.strategicadvisorboard.comConnect:Strategic Advisor B...2024-02-2647 min
Big Shot Bob Pod with Robert HorryBig Shot Bob - Shoot Around Ep 33 - Rob's Gonna Call You BackRob and Rob were both featured in "Gone Before His Time: Kobe Bryant" as we reflect on four years since we lost Kobe, Gianna and seven souls in that terrible accident. We discuss an article about the lessons learned in life and basketball from Kobe - including how to stay on a team and still win, hard work winning over talent, and how everyone wants to embrace "the Mamba Mentality" even in the smallest of areas. Kevin Durant said he didn't want a tribute video in his return to Brooklyn, so we discuss where he (and others) DO deserve...2024-02-0233 min
Own the MicrophoneBe Approachable, Sociable, and Generous.On this week's episode of Own the Microphone, Bridgett McGowen welcomes a teacher turned speaker who helps start ups get from A-Z, and creator of the company Flywheel Results, Rob Durant. Bridgett and Rob discuss how Rob became a speaker, Robs time as a teacher, his company, challenges when speaking, making sure the audience cares about your topic, being an introvert, and more!0:40How did being a teacher play a role in Rob Durant becoming a teacher?8:00Flywheel Results.13:30What is one of the greatest challenges when...2023-11-0936 minStickbow CountryThe Durant BoysSend us a textJoin Will and I as we have a great discussion with these two Ohio stickbow shooters Rob Durant and his cousin Dave Durant. We cover bows and broadheads and even tell some great hunting stories. So grab a cup of coffee and come along with us! Don't forget to leave a rating and review !!! Special thanks - Kalamazoo Bow Works , True North Arrows and Abowyer broadheads 2023-06-121h 30
Straight Fire with Jason McIntyreStraight Fire w/ Jason McIntyre - Top 10 NBA Dynamic Duos, Phoenix's Plan at Point Guard On today’s episode, Jason and Super Producer Rob G (Robert Guerra) kick things off by using the incredible postseason run by the Denver Nuggets tandem of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray as a backdrop to debate the top-10 dynamic duos in the NBA right now. Are LeBron James and Anthony Davis still the best in the business? Have Kevin Durant and Devin Booker been together long enough to crac& Jokic or Wembanyama?On today’s episode, Jason and Super Producer Rob G (Robert Guerra) kick things off by using the incredible postseason run by the Denver Nuggets tandem of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray as a backdrop to debate the top-10 dynamic duos in the NBA right now. Are LeBron James and Anthony Davis still the best in the business? Have Kevin Durant and Devin Booker been together long enough to crack the top-5? How much did the Boston Celtics’ playoff flameout cost Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown? Later, the guys discuss the report that Chris Paul will wind up either in P...2023-06-0927 min
The EPIC Podcast with Rob GillProximity Equals Power w/Young GreyDavid Marone better known by his stage name Young Grey, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is a native of West Orange, New Jersey and currently resides in the Nashville, Tennessee. The name Young Grey was given to him by his friend and mentor Shamello Durant (producer of "Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See" recorded by Busta Rhymes) due to his grey hair, which began to turn grey when he was 9 yrs old. To learn more or to get connected with a member of our team, click the links below and we would love to...2023-04-0910 minStraight Fire with Jason McIntyreKevin Durant Doesn't Make the Suns the Favorites, What's Next for the Nets & the Lakers are Still a Sinking ShipOn today's episode, Jason and Super Producer Rob G (Robert Guerra) hit us with an instant reaction podcast to the blockbuster trade that saw the Brooklyn Nets send Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns for Mikal Bridges, Cameron Johnson and a boatload of first round picks. The guys agree the move instantly puts the Suns back into NBA championship contention, but disagree on whether or not it makes Phoenix the favorites in the Western Conference. Devin Booker - like Durant - will be coming off a serious injury and Chris Paul has been looking rather washed recently. On the...2023-02-0932 min
From the PressboxGiants lose bad, really bad. Nets without Kevin DurantHosted by Rob Leonard and Tim Leonard "From the Pressbox" airs every Monday 9am - 10am on 90.3FM WHPC. Streaming at www.nccradio.org. Today Rob and Tim talk about the really bad loss the Giants had against the Eagles. They also talk about the recent Islanders slide and the Nets without Kevin Durant2023-01-2458 min
Network Marketing Breakthroughs with Rob SperryHow to Overcome Your Lack of DisciplineIn this podcast, Rob interviews legendary network marketer and entrepreneur, Ricky Durant. If you're struggling with the lack of discipline that often comes with network marketing, then today's podcast is for you. Ricky Durant has been successful in network marketing for over 25 years, and he shares some of his wisdom with us.Listen to hear strategies for overcoming a lack of discipline and how to increase your motivation and confidence in your network marketing journey.Want more insight and strategies for growing your business? Check out Rob's latest book CONFESSIONS OF A TOP...2023-01-0226 min