In this episode, Daniel Pope interviews Cindy Padilla, co-founder of Gain The Edge, to unpack the real story behind her $1.6 million launch that almost fell apart behind the scenes.
Cindy shares how she and her husband Jim built a sales enablement company trusted by top names like Bill Baren, Danny Iny, and the Ziglar organization. From hiring their daughter to run live chat to leading 15 reps with no systems, this "phenomenally successful train wreck" became the launch that changed everything.
What You'll Learn:
✅ How they pulled off a $1.6M launch without polished systems
✅ The emotional and strategic power of live events
✅ Why most business owners wait too long to build a sales foundation
✅ How to hire, pay, and train salespeople who actually deliver
✅ What works in sales now that cycles are longer in 2025
✅ Why human connection beats AI every time
Perfect for coaches, course creators, consultants, and service providers ready to grow their revenue without sacrificing integrity or burning out.
📌 Resources
Gain The Edge → gaintheedgenow.com
Jim Padilla’s YouTube → Winning Sales Teams
Daniel’s Resources → beknownonline.com
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