Friends with Benefits
Welcome to Friends with Benefits, the business podcast about revenue-generating partnerships. Not "business time" with friends. This podcast is for those looking to build professional relationships that last and add tremendous value to your company and maybe even, you personally. Join hosts Jason and Sam Yarborough, who happen to be married, as they talk with some of the best in the industry. We will be tackling topics like what good partnerships looks like, how relationships can build immense value for your business, and why even though strategy, pipeline, and growth are the goals, it all comes down to relationships. Let’s face it, business is done person-to-person. Discover how personal connections transcend the boundaries of business time. Come hang out with us for inspiring stories, actionable strategies, and valuable insights that will empower you to forge meaningful partnerships in today’s competitive landscape. Because we all know, business time is personal.
Episodes
The strongest relationships aren’t built when you need them. They’re built long before that.
This week, we’re sitting down with our longtime friend Erika Flowers, Chief Client Officer at Profitable Ideas Exchange, professional trail runner for The North Face, author of “The Growth Engine”, and one of the most thoughtful relationship builders we know. We’ve had versions of this conversation with Erika over the years at ...
What happens when you combine the art of building relationships with the science of scaling businesses?
In this episode, we speak with Will Taylor, a leader whose approach to partnerships and content creation has made waves in the industry. Will’s journey has taken him from building his personal brand through insightful content to shaping successful partnership programs that scale businesses. He’s passionate about usin...
There’s a certain clarity that comes from looking back and realizing every winding path was preparing you for who you are now.
This week, we sit down with our friend Jeff Gangemi, someone we met by chance at B2BMX and somehow ended up adventuring through Montana, swapping stories in the woods, and weaving into our inner circle. Jeff’s lived a lot of lives: religion major, nonprofit guy, journalist, marketer, consultan...
There’s something powerful that happens when you meet a leader who thinks in systems but leads with soul.
This week, we’re talking with our friend Rob Moyer, someone we’ve looked up to for years for how he builds partner programs, but even more for how he builds the people behind them. Rob has scaled partnerships at every stage, from early-stage chaos to billion-dollar organizations, and he brings a perspective that bl...
Growth often comes when we step outside our comfort zone and face the unknown head-on.
This week, we’re chatting with Scott Britton, founder of Conscious Talent and author of Conscious Accomplishment. You’ve probably seen his thought-provoking posts on LinkedIn, but in this conversation, Scott takes us behind the scenes of his journey. From selling his company to Salesforce to exploring the depths of consciousness, Sco...
Growth is about stopping long enough to ask what you really want.
This week, we’re talking with Branca Ballot, former head of marketing turned founder, writer, and community voice redefining what success looks like. You’ve probably seen her on LinkedIn talking about ambition, motherhood, and the messy middle, but this conversation goes deeper into the in-between moments that changed everything.
Branca opens up about wha...
Sometimes the biggest growth comes from saying yes to the things that scare you, even when you don’t feel ready.
This week, we’re talking with our friend Brianna Doe, founder of Verbatim, co-creator of Let Her Cook, and author of The Unapologetic Professional. You’ve seen her all over LinkedIn, but this conversation goes deeper into the story behind the posts. Brianna opens up about how burnout, fear, and self-doubt pu...
Growth starts when you’re brave enough to ask yourself the hard questions.
This week, we’re sitting down with our friend and returning guest, Morgan J Ingram, but not to talk about sales. Morgan opens up about the deeper work he’s been doing over the past few years: redefining success, finding fulfillment beyond professional goals, and creating harmony across every area of life.
We dig into the story behind his “healing...
Be Great. Be Arcadia.
Season three kicks off with something special: the only recorded session from our 2025 Arcadia Leadership Experience. Recorded live in front of 65 attendees, this episode blends honest reflection, leadership lessons, and the heart of what’s next for our constellation (aka community). We share the story behind Arcadia, how it began as a consulting business and grew into a movement, and what it mean...
Jen Waltz doesn’t just build partner programs, she rewires them for impact.
In this episode, Jen joins Jason and Sam to drop an absolute gem on authentic networking, channel evolution, and the art of partner-led scale. She dives into everything from being “voluntold” into channel, to the difference between real partnership and just pushing portals. We talk trust, seller psychology, the 7-partner strategy from Jay McBai...
Joe Henderson, a seasoned expert in global partnerships, shares his journey from an accidental entry into the field to becoming a specialist in building partnerships from scratch. Joe discusses the nuances of establishing global partnerships, emphasizing the importance of understanding cultural differences and the necessity of face-to-face interactions. He highlights the significance of curiosity and open-mindedness i...
Join Jason and Sam on the Friends with Benefits podcast as they chat with Robin Dreeke, a former FBI counterintelligence expert. Robin shares his unique insights on building trust and relationships, drawing from his 21 years of experience in the FBI. He talks about the importance of understanding others' challenges and priorities, and how genuine curiosity and transparency can foster trust. Robin also discusses h...
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You can’t automate authenticity. You have to earn it.
In this episode, we sit down with MK Getler-Porizkova, CMO at Loop & Tie, host of The Connected Brand podcast, and someone who talks about human connection like it’s their life’s calling (because it is).
We dive deep into the idea that real leadership starts with self-awareness, and that brand trust, team culture, and customer relationships ar...
In this episode, Jason and Sam dive into a playful game of quote recall from past episodes, sparking discussions on key partnership strategies. They explore the challenges of gaining board-level support, the importance of speaking the business language, and the pitfalls of spreading resources too thin across multiple partnerships. The duo emphasizes the need for partner leaders to influence go-to-market strategies and...
Ned Arick, a successful leader with multiple exits, shares his journey of personal transformation and redefining success. He discusses the challenges of climbing the corporate ladder while losing sight of what truly matters. In this conversation, we explore the importance of self-discovery, setting boundaries, and finding joy in both personal and professional life. He offers insights on effective goal-setting, time ma...
In this episode, Jason and Sam welcome marketing legend Dave Gerhardt. Known for his industry-shifting marketing approach at Drift and now leading Exit 5, Dave shares his journey from CMO to community builder. He emphasizes the power of human connection in marketing, especially in an era dominated by AI. Dave discusses the importance of building a founder brand, where storytelling and personal narratives become key di...
Mara Gleason Olson shares her journey from witnessing a profound change in her father to becoming a leader in understanding human consciousness. She reveals how our thoughts shape our reality and how we can harness this to improve our lives. Through her work with Rebels for Peace, Mara empowers youth in Chicago to break free from limiting mindsets and become leaders in their communities. This episode is a deep dive in...
What does it take to build a partner program from scratch and make it a competitive differentiator?
In this episode, we sit down with Sean Kester, an early employee at SalesLoft who played a pivotal role in building their partner ecosystem from the ground up. Sean shares how he transitioned from sales development to product leadership, his playbook for integrating partnerships into a company's DNA, and the lessons...
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Welcome back to Friends with Benefits! In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of GTM (Go-to-Market) strategy, partnerships, and networking with our special guest, Stephen Oommen. Stephen is a powerhouse in the GTM and go-to-network space, bringing a wealth of experience in sales, partners...
How do you break into new markets, shorten sales cycles, and build trust with buyers before your first conversation? Partnerships.
In this special episode, we're replaying Jason’s B2BMX talk, "The Partner Effect", where he breaks down how partnerships can drive warmer leads, faster sales cycles, bigger deals, and deeper customer trust.
Jason shares:
✅ Why the best companies go through partners—not so...
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