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On the other side of fear mindset thumbnail for overcoming fear quotes
By ewell smith January 25, 2026
Fear shows up before every meaningful decision. These overcoming fear quotes plus real-world insight and data help you move forward when it matters most.
Simon Sinek speaking on leadership and purpose with Start With Why text
By ewell smith January 1, 2026
Discover 40 powerful Simon Sinek quotes on leadership, trust, purpose, and starting with why to build teams and organizations that last.
40 Seth Godin quotes on marketing, creativity, and leadership
By ewell smith December 20, 2025
Explore 40 powerful Seth Godin quotes on marketing, creativity, leadership, and doing work that truly matters.
Silhouette of a person with the words
By ewell smith December 13, 2025
Discover powerful overcoming failure quotes that help you reframe setbacks, learn from mistakes, and keep moving forward in business and life.
alex hormozi quotes for sales mindset and motivation 2026
By ewell smith December 13, 2025
A curated list of the best Alex Hormozi quotes on discipline, sales, mindset, and entrepreneurship to help you take action and grow stronger in 2026.
Atomic Habits quotes thumbnail featuring James Clear with a bright yellow sunburst background.
By ewell smith December 8, 2025
Build discipline and unstoppable momentum with the top Atomic Habits quotes by James Clear. Use these powerful insights to level up your habits in 2026.
Motion-blurred office hallway symbolizing speed and momentum for closing deals faster.
By ewell smith November 22, 2025
Learn how to close the deal faster with seven proven steps that boost confidence, create clarity, and help you win more sales without pressure or stress.
Ewell Smith explains ten closing techniques inspired by top sales trainers on the Close The Deal Pod
By ewell smith November 22, 2025
Master ten proven closing techniques taught by world-class sales trainers and learn how to use each method to seal more deals with confidence.
Dale Carnegie speaking to an audience about influence and connection, representing timeless sales le
By ewell smith November 6, 2025
Discover timeless Dale Carnegie quotes that inspire relationship-based selling, authentic communication, and leadership. Insights by Ewell Smith of Close The Deal.
Image of Zig ziglar with the title close more deals. Zigs words that inspire sales
By ewell smith October 24, 2025
Top 40 timeless Zig Ziglar quotes that inspire confidence, purpose, and authentic selling. Learn how his wisdom still helps professionals close more deals today.
Ewell Smith sharing close the deal quotes that inspire sales confidence and help professionals close
By ewell smith May 3, 2025
Find powerful close the deal quotes that inspire action in 2026. Get fresh sales motivation, clarity, and confidence to help you close more deals this year.
Ewell Smith explaining the meaning of close the deal for entrepreneurs and sales professionals
By ewell smith April 19, 2025
Discover what it truly means to close the deal. Learn the real definition, modern usage, and why this phrase still inspires confidence and action in 2026.
157 positive affirmations for strength
By ewell smith June 6, 2023
Start your day right! These affirmations for strength help mentally jumpstart your morning and your potential. Build your mindset daily...
Jim Rohn quotes for success, discipline, mindset, and personal growth
By ewell smith April 6, 2023
Discover 50 of the best Jim Rohn quotes updated for 2026. Timeless wisdom on discipline, mindset, leadership, and personal success to help you grow this year.
121 Giving quotes to help you fundraise – fundraising & charity - Close The Deal .com
December 19, 2022
Fundraising is hard. Here's 121 giving quotes to help you and your development team increase donations for charity and non profits.
151 Abundance Quotes to Sharpen Your Mindset / Mentality
December 17, 2022
Abundance Quotes to inspire an abundant mindset versus a scarcity mindset embracing the ABSOLUTELY MINDSET (151 quotes for 2023)
Person looking toward sunrise with text 67 overcoming rejection quotes for 2026
December 13, 2022
Discover 67 powerful overcoming rejection quotes to rebuild confidence, stay motivated, and rise stronger in 2026. Perfect for sales, careers, and personal setbacks.
November 26, 2022
27 Rest Quotes to give you more energy. Exhaustion may be draining you. Burnout too? In the short term and the long run, the best way to get your energy back is with the right amount of rest.  Rest , however, is not an excuse to be lazy. That day of rest God created is earned with 6 days of action. That day of rest is essential! Also the right amount of sleep is absolutely a necessity – that's non-negotiable if you want to be your best. At the end of the day, we believe in taking massive action in business, life, health, relationships etc…then take that earned day off once a week…and reward yourself with at least one very much earned vacation a year to recharge your batteries. Make rest a priority to… …make it a great day!
55 Carol Dweck growth mindset vs. fixed mindset quotes - close the deal
November 26, 2022
Carol Dweck Mindset Growth Mindset Quotes help to explain how a fixed mindset holds you back. She guides parents raising children.
On the other side of fear mindset thumbnail for overcoming fear quotes
By ewell smith January 25, 2026
Fear shows up before every meaningful decision. These overcoming fear quotes plus real-world insight and data help you move forward when it matters most.
Simon Sinek speaking on leadership and purpose with Start With Why text
By ewell smith January 1, 2026
Discover 40 powerful Simon Sinek quotes on leadership, trust, purpose, and starting with why to build teams and organizations that last.
40 Seth Godin quotes on marketing, creativity, and leadership
By ewell smith December 20, 2025
Explore 40 powerful Seth Godin quotes on marketing, creativity, leadership, and doing work that truly matters.
Silhouette of a person with the words
By ewell smith December 13, 2025
Discover powerful overcoming failure quotes that help you reframe setbacks, learn from mistakes, and keep moving forward in business and life.
alex hormozi quotes for sales mindset and motivation 2026
By ewell smith December 13, 2025
A curated list of the best Alex Hormozi quotes on discipline, sales, mindset, and entrepreneurship to help you take action and grow stronger in 2026.
Atomic Habits quotes thumbnail featuring James Clear with a bright yellow sunburst background.
By ewell smith December 8, 2025
Build discipline and unstoppable momentum with the top Atomic Habits quotes by James Clear. Use these powerful insights to level up your habits in 2026.
Motion-blurred office hallway symbolizing speed and momentum for closing deals faster.
By ewell smith November 22, 2025
Learn how to close the deal faster with seven proven steps that boost confidence, create clarity, and help you win more sales without pressure or stress.
Ewell Smith explains ten closing techniques inspired by top sales trainers on the Close The Deal Pod
By ewell smith November 22, 2025
Master ten proven closing techniques taught by world-class sales trainers and learn how to use each method to seal more deals with confidence.
Dale Carnegie speaking to an audience about influence and connection, representing timeless sales le
By ewell smith November 6, 2025
Discover timeless Dale Carnegie quotes that inspire relationship-based selling, authentic communication, and leadership. Insights by Ewell Smith of Close The Deal.
Image of Zig ziglar with the title close more deals. Zigs words that inspire sales
By ewell smith October 24, 2025
Top 40 timeless Zig Ziglar quotes that inspire confidence, purpose, and authentic selling. Learn how his wisdom still helps professionals close more deals today.
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CLOSE THE DEAL PODCAST

om Cox explaining why business owners struggle with cash flow and financial control
By ewell smith March 24, 2026
Most business owners don’t have a revenue problem—they have a cash flow problem. Learn how to fix it and take control of your money.
Scotty Baudoin discussing sales phone strategies on Close The Deal Podcast
By ewell smith March 16, 2026
Learn why three phone calls per day can increase sales by 30% and strengthen business relationships with Scotty Baudoin
Kathryn Porritt discussing luxury brand positioning on Close The Deal Podcast
By ewell smith March 15, 2026
Learn how entrepreneurs can escape commodity markets and position products or services as luxury offerings.- Kathryn Porritt
Jack Hayes discussing LinkedIn outreach strategy on Close The Deal Podcast
By ewell smith March 15, 2026
Discover the LinkedIn outreach strategy Jack Hayes uses to start real B2B conversations and win clie
1999 Monster Super Bowl ad about corporate life and Gen X careers
By ewell smith March 4, 2026
The famous 1999 Monster Super Bowl ad looks very different today. A closer look at why many Gen X professionals are rethinking corporate careers and exploring franchising and business ownership.
Close The Deal Podcast episode featuring Ewell Smith and Saul Marquez on building product demand and
By ewell smith February 13, 2026
Saul Marquez shares why most businesses fail and how to build product demand using owned, earned, and paid marketing frameworks that convert.
Podcast thumbnail of Ewell Smith and Angie Weidel on networking fundamentals
By ewell smith February 3, 2026
Angie Weidel breaks down networking fundamentals that drive referrals, relationships, and real deal flow for professionals and operators.
CEO recording LinkedIn content for demand generation
By ewell smith January 26, 2026
How CEOs use LinkedIn to drive real demand, authority, and sales in just one hour a month without hiring a marketing team.
Black and white portrait of Chris Widener with the words Believe Again.
By ewell smith January 17, 2026
Why belief is the foundation of leadership, mentorship, and personal growth, featuring insights and stories from Chris Widener.
Victor Antonio discussing buyer psychology and the future of sales
By ewell smith January 13, 2026
Victor Antonio explains how AI is reshaping buyer behavior and why human confidence still closes deals.
Sheikha Al-Otaibi discussing cold calling live on the Close The Deal Podcast
By ewell smith January 3, 2026
Cold calling still works. Sheikha Al-Otaibi explains why recording cold calls live builds real sales skill, confidence, and trust with buyers.
Mentorship wins at Painter1 as franchise owners learn from experienced mentors on the Close The Deal
By ewell smith December 27, 2025
Discover how mentorship drives faster franchise success at Painter1. Mentor Keith and new owners share how systems and coaching pull time forward.
Veteran music producer Steve Scaffidi discussing AI music production on the Close The Deal Podcast
By ewell smith December 16, 2025
Learn how veteran music producer Steve Scaffidi used AI to create 50 songs in 90 days and what creators can learn about momentum creativity, marketing and AI
Sam Caruso discussing leadership mindset and working on the business not in it with Wrong Work text
By ewell smith December 15, 2025
Sam Caruso explains why working on the business not in it leads to clearer leadership decisions stronger teams and fewer blind spots for owners and executives
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By ewell smith December 10, 2025
Ari Galper shares the One Call Trust Method that helps you build trust quickly, uncover the real issues behind buyer hesitation, reduce ghosting, and close deals.
Corey Cousins on the Close The Deal Podcast discussing emotional selling and how to close more deals
By ewell smith December 3, 2025
Learn how emotions drive buying decisions and how Corey Cousins helps sales teams close more deals by connecting benefits to feelings customers truly care about.
Ewell Smith and Parker Olson discussing how podcasting helps you stand out and build authority
By ewell smith November 23, 2025
Learn how to stand out with podcasting and build authority in the age of AI Search. Discover why long form conversations create trust, visibility and momentum.
 Dominic Caminata and Ewell Smith sales training thumbnail
By ewell smith November 20, 2025
Learn Dominic Caminata’s master presentation formula for in-home sales. Discover how to slow down, build trust, price-condition, and close more deals with confidence.
Thumbnail with billboard reading “11 Billboard Ad Mistakes,” featuring STOP sign and flames with the
By ewell smith November 12, 2025
Avoid costly billboard ad mistakes. Eric Murr reveals 11 pitfalls that burn your budget and how to fix them. A must-watch for advertisers and business owners.
Sales gaps exposed thumbnail with Ewell Smith, Nicole Vorkapic, and stressed employee.
By ewell smith November 4, 2025
Discover the three sales gaps that quietly stall business growth. Nicole Vorkapic shares how to expose and fix these gaps fast to unlock more sales and momentum.
Sales thumbnail showing Angie Weidel and Ewell Smith with the text ‘Afraid of Rejection? Sell With C
By ewell smith October 21, 2025
If rejection is holding back your sales, this guide shows how courage can change everything. Angie Weidel shares how to push past fear, build confidence, and close more deals.
Russell Richardson of RFW Training and Ewell Smith on the Close The Deal Podcast with the text “Stop
By ewell smith October 13, 2025
Discover how Russell Richardson (@RussFlipsWhips) turned social media into a 24/7 sales engine. Learn how great marketing attracts customers, builds trust, and closes deals faster.
Lonnie Jones and Ewell Smith thumbnail with text: ‘Is SEO Dead?’ and ‘AI Search Explained.’
By ewell smith October 6, 2025
Is SEO dead? This article breaks down how AI search is reshaping rankings, traffic, and content strategy. Lonnie Jones explains what’s changing—and how businesses can adapt.
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By ewell smith September 29, 2025
Discover how Henry Hayes of Disrupt Ready helps sales pros embrace AI to work smarter, serve better, and stay ahead in the fast-changing world of sales.
image of two guys and the text change or die and lessons form my mentor
By ewell smith September 17, 2025
Seafood leader Harlon Pierce shares lessons on change, crisis recovery, pricing, and mentorship in the 100th Close The Deal Podcast with Ewell Smith
To men standing n ether side of the tite win your cm
By ewell smith September 3, 2025
Discover how to protect your property and win insurance claims with expert strategies from Forefront 360 founder Jonathan Frazier. Be storm-ready this season.
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By ewell smith July 19, 2025
Tiger Adjusters fights back when insurance companies fail you. Learn how this franchise helps homeowners - and how you can even be part of it.
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By ewell smith June 25, 2025
Discover how Zach Butler is transforming teen driver’s ed with Jungle Driving franchise, a fun, effective, and life-saving franchise opportunity.
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By ewell smith June 6, 2025
Julio Melara, CEO of Baton Rouge Business Report, sets the stage talking mindset going into 2025.
grit and groomer is the title...man sitting down with silver hair and beard
By ewell smith June 4, 2025
Discover why investing in the Diesel Barbershop franchise is a bold move- scalable, in-demand, and built for hands-on owners in the booming grooming market. Shayne Brown breaks it down...
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om Cox explaining why business owners struggle with cash flow and financial control
By ewell smith March 24, 2026
Most business owners don’t have a revenue problem—they have a cash flow problem. Learn how to fix it and take control of your money.
Scotty Baudoin discussing sales phone strategies on Close The Deal Podcast
By ewell smith March 16, 2026
Learn why three phone calls per day can increase sales by 30% and strengthen business relationships with Scotty Baudoin
Kathryn Porritt discussing luxury brand positioning on Close The Deal Podcast
By ewell smith March 15, 2026
Learn how entrepreneurs can escape commodity markets and position products or services as luxury offerings.- Kathryn Porritt
Jack Hayes discussing LinkedIn outreach strategy on Close The Deal Podcast
By ewell smith March 15, 2026
Discover the LinkedIn outreach strategy Jack Hayes uses to start real B2B conversations and win clie
1999 Monster Super Bowl ad about corporate life and Gen X careers
By ewell smith March 4, 2026
The famous 1999 Monster Super Bowl ad looks very different today. A closer look at why many Gen X professionals are rethinking corporate careers and exploring franchising and business ownership.
Close The Deal Podcast episode featuring Ewell Smith and Saul Marquez on building product demand and
By ewell smith February 13, 2026
Saul Marquez shares why most businesses fail and how to build product demand using owned, earned, and paid marketing frameworks that convert.
Podcast thumbnail of Ewell Smith and Angie Weidel on networking fundamentals
By ewell smith February 3, 2026
Angie Weidel breaks down networking fundamentals that drive referrals, relationships, and real deal flow for professionals and operators.
CEO recording LinkedIn content for demand generation
By ewell smith January 26, 2026
How CEOs use LinkedIn to drive real demand, authority, and sales in just one hour a month without hiring a marketing team.
Black and white portrait of Chris Widener with the words Believe Again.
By ewell smith January 17, 2026
Why belief is the foundation of leadership, mentorship, and personal growth, featuring insights and stories from Chris Widener.
Victor Antonio discussing buyer psychology and the future of sales
By ewell smith January 13, 2026
Victor Antonio explains how AI is reshaping buyer behavior and why human confidence still closes deals.
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CLOSE THE DEAL FRANCHISES

phone of a  Marufuku ramen bowl with hard boiled off
By ewell smith February 28, 2025
Discover how the Marufuku Ramen Franchise is expanding nationwide, fueled by its authentic flavors, long lines, and proven success.
photo of a Mammoth Coffee Roasting Co. mug and donuts stacked high
By ewell smith September 5, 2024
Mammoth Coffee Roasting Co. is now franchising. Learn how Steve and Tracie Shatkins 'quest for "unreasonable hospitality" set's this coffee franchise apart to make an impact in your community.
does eat place filet on a plate
By ewell smith August 30, 2024
Doe's Eat Place is America's anti-franchise-franchise. Originated in 1941, with only six menu items, each location has it own eclectic feel serving their famous 2.5 to 3 pound Porterhouse steaks
man getting ready to eat bbq ribs and biscuits
By ewell smith July 17, 2024
Ugly Dog Saloon, New Orleans' oldest BBQ joint is now franchising. Bring a mix of classic BBQ and New Orleans flavors to your home town with this very simple to operate franchise.
sofa setting the stage
By ewell smith November 16, 2024
Set The Stage is America's largest home staging and furnishing sales franchise. Learn how you can leverage your passion for design helping realtors sell homes faster.
Brian Tracy speaking in front of Focal Point sign
By ewell smith October 19, 2024
Focal Point Coaching Franchise, founded by Brian Tracy, leads the way in business to business coaching. Low investment - 3 step success plan to support you.
pepper shakes on steak
By ewell smith October 6, 2024
Southern Steer Butcher Franchise reconnects communities providing a forgotten level of home town service and quality products creating loyal customers.
window hero's truck with two service guys
By ewell smith September 22, 2024
Window Hero's franchisees benefit from leading edge drone equipment to help them drive more sales. That compliments all their professionals services:window cleaning, power washing, gutter cleaning, and gutter guard installation.
Frenchies Modern Nail Salon logo on glass front door
By ewell smith September 14, 2024
Join the Frenchies Modern Nail Salon franchise, a leader in non-toxic, clean beauty. Benefit from industry-leading support and grow in the $29B U.S. nail care market.
beautiful bath room renovation
By ewell smith September 13, 2024
Discover why Five Star Bath Solutions is the ideal franchise for professionals seeking a side business. Superb backend support makes it possible.
lady in bo one hazmat suit
By ewell smith September 12, 2024
Bio-One Franchise offers a low startup, high-margin, and low-overhead business in high-demand crime scene and biohazard cleanup services.
lady holding mini statue of herself
By ewell smith September 11, 2024
Shrunk 3D Franchise is a ton of fun! You "shrink" your customers and business clients creating crazy cool "mini-me" memories everyone wants to share with family and friends.