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The SpeakeasyThis Season's Lessons: Trust, Timing, and the Tender Stuff | Blake and JeremyIn this heartfelt and vulnerable episode, Blake and Jeremy unpack a multi-year journey through uncertainty, major life transitions, and learning to trust God in the in-between. They open up about navigating the emotional roller coaster of a business acquisition that felt dead more than once, the upheaval of leaving jobs, church, and school, and the loneliness and pruning that followed. Through it all, they learned not to waste the waiting — leaning into each other, communicating better than ever, and growing in trust and spiritual maturity. They also get real about how they’re prioritizing their marriage in this new seas...2025-05-211h 10
The Reality of BusinessWhen Values Get Quiet: Why DEI Cuts Raise Loud QuestionsSend us a textAre values just words on a wall? Or something you’re willing to stand by – even when it’s hard?In this episode, Bob & Jeremy take on the uncomfortable question many businesses are now facing: What happens to your integrity when you quietly scale back your DEI programme?We’re seeing it everywhere - big names like Google, Pepsi, and investment banks are stepping back from the DEI work they once shouted about. And here’s the thing: it’s not just a budget decision. It’s a values decis...2025-04-0734 min
The Deep TrackThe Deep Track, Ep. 55 - Jeremy KirklandSend us a textThis week’s episode features a discussion with Jeremy Kirkland of the Blamo! Podcast. Jeremy is a veteran of the fashion space, and also happens to be a serious watch enthusiast. In this episode, we discuss his sartorial origins, how his motivations have evolved, and how watches fit into that equation. We also confront the idea of ergonomics in trend cycles and how they impact the market broadly, as well as for enthusiasts on a more personal level. Our approach to clothing runs parallel to our approach to watches in many ways, and we...2025-02-1359 minThe Reality of BusinessGuerrilla Marketing: Unexpected & Unforgettable CampaignsSend us a textWhat if marketing could be as surprising and impactful as guerrilla warfare? In this episode of The Reality of Business, Bob – an enthusiast of military history – and Jeremy share insights into the art of ambushes and raids, translating these military principles into creative marketing campaigns that surprise and engage audiences in unexpected ways. They revisit the revolutionary ideas of J. Conrad Levinson, the visionary of guerrilla marketing in the 1980s, whose concepts revolutionised the advertising industry. Think of iconic campaigns like the Marlborough Man for Marlbo...2025-01-2231 min
JB Canucks PodcastEp.#18 | Jan. 18th | Special Guest Blake Creamer!Brett and Jeremy are joined by one of the real beauties out there in the fantasy hockey world, Blake Creamer joins the show to bestow his knowledge of fantasy hockey and Canucks fandom on to us in this very special episode! We hit up where it all began for Blake and his love for this team. We are talking fantasy hockey trades, analysis, Canucks memories, and we were able to sneak in some NHL birthdays as well! Hope you enjoy this one! 2025-01-161h 28The Reality of BusinessMotivation Matters: Creating a Culture that Retains and InspiresSend us a textWhat truly makes employees want to stay, grow, and give their best?In this insightful episode, Bob and Jeremy discuss the complex world of employee motivation and retention, blending historical perspective with actionable strategies to help you rethink workplace satisfaction.Starting with Henry Ford’s revolutionary workweek reforms, their discussion moves through decades of evolving workplace culture, reaching today’s pressing need for flexibility and autonomy. Bob and Jeremy explore Gallup’s latest findings on why employees choose to leave – from salary concerns to management styles – and share practical ways to ad...2024-11-1549 min
The Reality is Sales TrainingObjection Handling Part 2: "I need to check with my partner"Send us a textWhy do buyers so often say, "I need to check with my partner" – and how can salespeople respond with confidence?In this lively episode, Bob and Jeremy tackle one of the most common and frustrating objections in sales. Packed with practical strategies and a dose of humour, this is your guide to turning hesitation into commitment.We kick things off with a hilarious role-play centred on the fictional Lundgren 7000 air fryer, capturing the all-too-relatable challenges salespeople face when objections arise. But it's not just laughs – we break down the psyc...2024-11-1419 minThe Reality is Sales TrainingObjection Handling: Part 1Send us a textHow do you handle a price objection? It’s going really well, and then ‘that’s a bit expensive.’ What do you do? Join Bob and Jeremy as we uncover how viewing objections as speed bumps rather than roadblocks can transform your sales strategy. In this episode we shine a light on price objections, equipping you with the tools to handle them like a pro. Prepare to turn those apparent sales hurdles into golden opportunities by mastering the art of questioning and understanding the psychology behind customer resistance. Journey...2024-10-2912 min