Sales is often called the lifeblood of business—but that definition doesn’t go far enough.  

In this episode of the Voice of Growth: Mastering the Mind and Market, Manny Teran breaks down the true structure of sales using a powerful business anatomy analogy—where leadership is the brain, value is the heart, operations are the nervous system, and sales is the lifeblood that keeps everything alive.  

Drawing from two decades of experience in high-value technical sales, Manny reveals the three core elements that drive all successful selling:  

 * Deep customer understanding (truth discovery) 
 * Creating and communicating real value 
 * Asking for the decision with clarity and confidence  

He also explores why sales has developed a negative reputation, how trends shape demand, and why the best salespeople don’t “sell”—they solve real problems.  

Whether you're in sales, leadership, or building something of your own, this episode will fundamentally change how you think about growth.  -- Follow and Subscribe to sharpen your edge in business and give you peace of mind in life.  

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Sales isn't what you think (and it's costing you millions!)

What's the secret to build a great company?  

In this episode of the Voice of Growth Podcast, Manny Teran sits down with Sarah Wyant, finance executive and former leader at Carvana and Nxu, to break down the real role of finance in high-growth companies.  

From scaling Carvana during its explosive growth phase to navigating the realities of AI, workforce dynamics, and leadership, Sarah shares a powerful perspective: the best companies are built where vision meets disciplined execution.  

This conversation explores trust in leadership, the evolving role of the CFO, and why human connection will matter more—not less—in an AI-driven world.  If you want to understand how great companies actually scale—and what most people miss—this episode is essential.  

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The Secret to Scale

Technology is advancing faster than ever—but are we leaving people behind?  

In this episode of the Voice of Growth Podcast, Manny Teran sits down with Anne Dougherty, founder of ILLUME and expert in the human dimensions of energy and innovation.  

From building a niche consulting firm from 2 to 50 people and successfully exiting, to tackling the intersection of AI, energy, and human behavior, Anne shares a powerful perspective: technology alone doesn’t solve problems—people do.  

This conversation dives deep into leadership, scaling challenges, workforce disruption, and why the future of business depends on aligning human systems with technological progress.  If you want to build something meaningful—and sustainable—this episode is essential.  



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The POWER is in the Human

AI is transforming everything—but it’s not your edge anymore.  In this episode, Manny Teran breaks down what truly separates those who win in the age of AI from those who get left behind. The answer isn’t more tools, more automation, or more speed—it’s alignment.  Through a powerful framework of 10 human qualities, this episode explores how integrity, discipline, courage, and presence create a competitive advantage that no machine can replicate.  If you want to stand out, build meaningful success, and create real momentum in your life and business—this is where it starts.

Be Human!

Arizona is no longer a hidden tech hub—it’s becoming a global force in semiconductors, AI, energy, and space.  

In this episode of the Voice of Growth Podcast, Manny Teran sits down with Steve Zylstra, CEO of the Arizona Technology Council, to break down what’s really driving Arizona’s rise—and what could stop it.  From the arrival of TSMC and the expansion of companies like Intel and Nvidia, to the deeper infrastructure challenges around energy, water, workforce, and housing, this conversation reveals the truth behind exponential regional growth.  

Steve shares why Arizona’s success is the result of decades of intentional policy and leadership, why the next wave of opportunity will belong to entrepreneurs who solve constraint-driven problems, and what it will take for Arizona to compete with Silicon Valley, Austin, and beyond.  

If you want to understand where the next major opportunities are forming—and how to position yourself ahead of them—this episode is essential.

The Rise of the Silicon Desert

In this episode of Voice of Growth, Manny Teran explores the powerful Stoic concept of Amor Fati — love your fate.  

Rather than resisting adversity or wishing life had unfolded differently, the Stoics believed that every event — success, failure, hardship, or loss — is part of the path that shapes who we become.  

Through personal stories of business challenges, personal loss, and life’s unexpected twists, Manny explains how adopting this mindset can transform the way we make decisions, build businesses, and navigate uncertainty.  

If you want to develop resilience, clarity, and strength in both life and leadership, this episode offers a powerful framework.

The Step that will Transform your life: LOVE Your Fate

Most entrepreneurs spend years talking about starting a business.  

Carley didn’t.  

She saved her money from waitressing and babysitting, sourced manufacturers herself, organized her first photoshoot in her sorority house, and launched a swimwear brand before most people her age were even thinking about business.  

Today her brand, BootinBikinis, is growing rapidly — and her story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the best way to start a business is simply to start. 

Dream Big. Start NOW!

Boots, Bikinis, and Bold Moves

In this episode of Voice of Growth, Manny Teran explores the Goal Declaration Effect — a psychological phenomenon where publicly announcing goals can actually reduce the motivation needed to accomplish them.  

Drawing from personal experience, Stoic philosophy, and insights from Atomic Habits, this episode explains why lasting success comes not from goals alone, but from systems, habits, and identity transformation.  

If you want to understand how to build real momentum in your personal and professional life, this episode is for you.

The Goal Declaration Trap

Success rarely begins with a perfect plan.  

When Terry Lundgren was a student at the University of Arizona, becoming the CEO of a Fortune 500 company was the farthest thing from his mind. But one pivotal moment — a tough phone call from his father — forced him to take responsibility for his future. 

That moment changed everything.  From working full time while finishing school to rising through the ranks of retail, Lundgren built a career defined by discipline, curiosity, and a relentless commitment to doing every job better than anyone else.  E

ventually, that mindset carried him all the way to the top — leading Macy’s as Chairman and CEO and overseeing more than 140,000 employees during one of the most transformative periods in retail history.  In this episode of Voice of Growth, we explore leadership, responsibility, innovation, and the mindset required to navigate massive change. 

From launching macys.com before the internet boom to managing culture across thousands of stores, Lundgren shares lessons that apply far beyond retail.  At the heart of his philosophy is one simple idea:  Bloom where you are planted.  

Master the opportunity in front of you. Do it better than anyone else. And over time, the path forward will reveal itself.

Bloom Where You're Planted: Terry Lundgren's story to build Macy's as Retail Powerhouse

Connecting the Dots Backwards | The Butterfly Effect of Success  

Why do our lives only make sense looking backward?  

In this episode of Voice of Growth, Manny Teran explores one of the most misunderstood realities of success, entrepreneurship, and life itself:  

 *  You cannot connect the dots forward.
 *  You can only connect them backward.  

We are taught to plan our futures with precision — careers, businesses, relationships, outcomes. But real success rarely follows a straight line. Instead, it behaves more like the butterfly effect, where small decisions, chance encounters, and seemingly insignificant moments create massive downstream consequences.  

From unexpected opportunities to career-defining pivots, this episode explores why high performers don’t predict the future — they position themselves to adapt to it.  

You’ll learn:  Why long-term planning often fails entrepreneurs  How tiny decisions reshape entire life trajectories  The hidden danger of waiting for certainty  Why action creates clarity  How to operate strategically in an unpredictable world  

The Stoic mindset behind resilience and adaptability  Success is not about controlling outcomes. It’s about creating possibilities.

Connecting the Dots Backwards: Why the Future Cannot Be Planned

Hosted by Manny Teran, The Voice of Growth Podcast, brought to you by Profectory, is where entrepreneurs and business leaders gain the insights they need to navigate both the external and internal forces shaping their success. Through insightful monologues and deep-dive interviews with visionary entrepreneurs and business leaders, we explore trends, strategy, and operations while uncovering the mindset needed to lead with clarity, resilience, and wisdom.

Success isn’t just about mastering the market—it’s about mastering yourself. The Voice of Growth Podcast helps you do both.

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