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The Human Connection Podcast

Is your business’s growth stalled? Employee churn eating into your profits? Struggling with customer retention?You need stronger connections.Every Tuesday and Thursday, connect with an expert who’s sharing actionable advice for building stronger relationships with your customers, clients, and stakeholders. Hosted by Karl Pontau, a storytelling super-connector, content system strategist, and survivor of two childhood brain tumors, this podcast’s mission is to fix the underlying cause of workplace and

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22:22

Stop Chasing Prospects. Start Having Conversations...

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2025/08/20

Turn Relationships into Revenue Through Strategic PodcastingWhat if your biggest marketing challenge could become your greatest competitive advantage? In this energizing conversation, relationship broker Greg Wasserman reveals why podcasting isn't just content creation—it's the ultimate relationship-building engine for modern businesses.Why You'll Love This Episode:The 5-Hour Game Changer Discover how Greg transforms the dreaded "prospecting block" into meaningful conversations that actually build

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23:26

From Swashbuckler to Strategist: Redefining...

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2025/08/19

What if the secret to entrepreneurial success isn't being the loudest person in the room?This week, Karl sits down with Trevor Merriden, founder of Melbourne and executive coach, who's flipping the script on what it means to be a confident entrepreneur. Spoiler alert: you don't need to be a swashbuckling extrovert to build a thriving business!What You'll Discover:Why introverted entrepreneurs often outshine their extroverted counterparts (and how they do it)The game-changing power of asking better

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20:17

Why AI Can't Replace the Weird Humans on LinkedIn...

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2025/08/18

In this episode of The Human Connection Podcast, host Karl Pontau sits down with Romina Massa, a neurodivergent AI marketing strategist and digital consultant, for an eye-opening conversation about maintaining authentic human connections while scaling business operations.What You'll Discover:AI as Your Assistant, Not Replacement Learn why the most successful companies use AI tools to amplify human creativity rather than eliminate the human element entirely. Romina shares how she creates 10x more

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21:39

Beyond the Figurehead - Creating Brands Your Team Can...

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2025/08/15

Ever wonder why some companies feel like they're held together with duct tape and good intentions? Brand strategist Charlie Birch joins host Karl Pontau to talk about the messy reality of growing a business without losing what made it special in the first place.Charlie brings her unique blend of psychology and choreography to help founders do something that sounds impossible: surgically separate their personal identity from their brand. Think of it as helping your business grow up and move out of

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22:10

Culture Beats Language: The Real Rules of Global...

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2025/08/14

Guest: Lewis Sayes - Self-taught digital and cross-cultural marketing specialist from Manchester, UKEpisode DescriptionEver wonder why some brands nail it when they expand internationally while others crash and burn? This week, host Karl Pontau sits down with Lewis Sayes to unpack the fascinating world of cross-cultural marketing - and trust us, it's more complex than just translating your website!Lewis brings some spicy takes to the table, using unexpected examples like Meghan Markle and James

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20:34

Why Your New Market Strategy is Probably Doomed (And...

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2025/08/13

Guest: David Solomon, Fractional Chief Revenue Officer & McGill University LecturerEver wonder why so many companies crash and burn when entering new markets? (Looking at you, Target Canada!)In this episode, David Solomon reveals the shocking truth: most businesses fail because they forget there are actual humans on the other side of their expansion plans. Who knew? 🤷‍♂️You'll discover:Why moving from California to New York is harder than you think (spoiler: it's not just the bagels)The three

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20:13

Ditch the Script: How Real Conversations Create...

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2025/08/12

Guest: Justin Ware, Chief Revenue Officer at Camcorder AIEver wonder why some videos go viral while others fall flat? Emmy-winning content marketer Justin Ware reveals the secret: authenticity beats polish every time.In this engaging conversation, Justin shares how he's been obsessed with video storytelling since middle school (yes, there's a Judge Wapner story involved!) and how that passion led him through TV news, nonprofit work, and now his fourth startup.You'll discover:Why a "rough around the

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20:21

Breaking Barriers: How an Introvert Became a Sales...

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2025/08/11

Guest: Steve Spiro - Master Connector, Author & Inspirational SpeakerEver feel like sales has gotten a bad rap? You're not alone! This week, host Karl Pontau sits down with Steve Spiro, a former introvert turned "Master Connector" with over 30,000 LinkedIn connections, to flip the script on what great selling really looks like.From his unexpected journey from art school to advertising to becoming a top sales performer, Steve shares how martial arts discipline and a heart-centered approach

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24:49

Why Perfect People Are Forgettable (And What to Do...

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2025/08/08

Guest: Paige Arnof-Fenn, Founder & CEO of Mavens and MogulsIn a world where AI can generate generic content in seconds, how do you make sure you don't get lost in the noise? Marketing expert Paige Arnof-Fenn shares why everyone—from entrepreneurs to employees—needs to think of themselves as a brand.What You'll Discover:Why your online presence is make-or-break (spoiler: if you're not Googleable, you don't exist!)The power of vulnerability in building authentic connectionsHow COVID changed the

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21:00

Cut Through the Noise: Why Your Business Needs a...

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2025/08/07

Guest: Camille Miller - Three-time bestselling author, transformational business strategist, and pioneer of the soul professional movementIn a world drowning in AI-generated noise, how do you make your brand truly stand out? 🎯Join host Karl Pontau as he sits down with Camille Miller to explore the art of authentic differentiation. Camille shares her powerful approach to helping entrepreneurs discover their "unique genius" - that special something that makes them irreplaceable in their field.What

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21:12

From Poopy Pipelines to Perfect Prospects with...

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2025/08/06

Ever wonder why your sales pipeline feels like it's full of... well, let's just say "less than ideal" prospects? 😅This week, Karl sits down with Lindsay Rios, who's made it her mission to save companies "one pipeline, one company at a time" with her exceptional GTM plumbing skills. And yes, she really does talk about avoiding "poopy pipelines" – a catchphrase born from late-night diaper changes that became a decade-long crusade for pipeline excellence!What You'll Discover:Why most companies are

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21:08

When Everything Goes Sideways: Leading Through Life's...

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2025/08/05

Join host Karl Pontau for an inspiring conversation with author and creative coach Jenn Alvin about the power of authentic leadership and human connection in the workplace.What You'll Discover:🎨 The Art of Authentic LeadershipWhy showing your "cracks and rough edges" builds stronger team connectionsHow vulnerability is actually a sign of strength, not weaknessThe cost of over-polished, sanitized professionalism💫 Breaking Through the Perfect PersonaReal stories about asking for help during life's

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20:43

From Mouthpieces to Brand Champions: The Employee...

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2025/08/04

Ever seen the exact same LinkedIn post from multiple people at the same company? 😬 Yeah, that's not authentic—and it's definitely not working.In this episode, social media and PR expert Priya Shah reveals why companies are sabotaging themselves with cookie-cutter content and how to fix it. With 15 years of experience and her game-changing Squared Communications Model, Priya shows us how to turn employees from corporate mouthpieces into genuine brand ambassadors.What you'll discover:Why identical

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21:17

Trust Issues: Why Healthcare's Least Trusted...

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2025/08/01

When $26 billion in pharmaceutical ads fails to help a single patient, something's broken.Join host Karl Pontau as he sits down with Matthew Zachary, dubbed "The People's Voice in Healthcare" by People Magazine. Matthew turned his brain cancer diagnosis at 21 into a global movement for patient empowerment as founder of Stupid Cancer and host of the groundbreaking "Out of Patients" podcast.In this eye-opening conversation, Matthew pulls no punches about healthcare's biggest problems:Why patients have

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21:59

From Corporate Speak to Human Connection: A Marketing...

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2025/07/31

The secret to standing out? Stop selling and start connecting.In this episode, marketing strategist Sonja O'Brien reveals why the most successful brands ditch the corporate speak and embrace their humanity. After 15+ years leading global brands at Fortune 100 companies, Sonja made the leap to help small and mid-sized businesses create marketing that actually resonates.You'll discover:Why starting with "why you exist" beats starting with "what you sell" every timeHow one bold brand shift led to an

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19:53

Stop Selling, Start Solving: The Human Side of B2B...

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2025/07/30

Ever wonder why some B2B firms seem to effortlessly attract and keep great clients while others struggle? The secret isn't flashy marketing or aggressive sales tactics—it's something much simpler and more powerful.In this episode, business growth specialist Michael Haynes reveals how one accounting firm discovered a game-changing insight just by having 20 honest conversations with their existing clients. Spoiler alert: their clients didn't just want better accounting services—they wanted something

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20:38

The Clarity, Confidence, Consistency Formula That...

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2025/07/29

Ever wonder why your marketing feels like shouting into the void? Brand messaging architect Esta Singer reveals the counterintuitive truth: the more specific you get, the more people you'll actually reach.In this episode, Esta breaks down why most businesses fail at explaining their value (hint: they lead with features, not feelings), and shares her game-changing "clarity, confidence, consistency" framework that transforms how entrepreneurs connect with their ideal clients.You'll discover:Why trying

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22:27

The Secret to Making Complex Tech Feel Human with...

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2025/07/28

Ever wondered how to make cutting-edge medical technology actually connect with people? This week, host Karl Pontau sits down with Rachel Allard, VP of Marketing at Resonant Link Medical, who's mastered the art of translating brilliant engineering into language that matters.Rachel shares her journey from marketing everything from groceries to real estate software to now revolutionizing wireless power for life-saving medical devices. Think pacemakers that never need surgical battery replacements and

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20:00

From Pixels to People: Creating Authentic Video...

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2025/07/25

Ready to transform your business relationships through the magic of video? 🎬In this episode, Karl sits down with video marketing expert Robert Weiss to explore how authentic video content creates genuine human connections in our digital-first world. Whether you're pitching to VCs, explaining complex products, or building trust with prospects, video might just be your secret weapon.What You'll Discover:Why "imperfect" videos actually build MORE trust than polished productionsHow one startup used a

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20:10

Three Questions That Revolutionized Our Workplace...

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2025/07/24

What if measuring happiness at work was as simple as checking your gas gauge? In this episode, Bobby Dutton (founder of Groove Boston/GBM Six) shares his game-changing approach to workplace wellness that's kept his event company thriving for over 20 years. Discover the brilliant 3-question weekly metric system that acts like an "engine dashboard" for team happiness.You'll Learn:The simple weekly check-in that prevents burnout before it happensHow to spot stress patterns and proactively support your

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