Shows / Sam Talks Pizza and More
Sam Talks Pizza and More
A podcast for you, by you but most importantly with you. Follow and subscribe for some great conversations
Episodes
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 95: Wait, Which Podcast is this?
Sam sits down with a familiar voice to discuss what is new and some great steps to help train your team to get them ready to perform at their best.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 94: Performance Coaching
Here are some techniques that will help you and your teams drive better results.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 93: Back to The Great White North
Sam and franchisee Jamie Banner talk about what the development of the brand has looked like in Canada, how it impacted his franchise and what it next.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 92: Old Products, Bad Jokes and Canadian delicacies
Frank and Sam take a look in the rearview mirror at some products that are no longer with us. We get a history lesson from Domino's Pizza Canada and really…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 91: The Bear!
Eric and Sam jump into the episode "FORKS" from the Bear.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 90: What does a shipwreck have to do with leadership?
NY Times bestselling author John U. Bacon joins the pod again. In this episode we talk about John's latest book, "The Gales of November". With 4 of John's…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 89: You've been invited. Now what?
Mark and Sam continue talking about your need to be invited for the best training. We're going to tell you how to bridge the gap between compliance training…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 88: Unpack Your Backpack and get a Return on Goodwill.
Sam talks to Sam after Sam scheduled the appointment. That's a bunch of Sams! International speaker and Social Media influence Sam Demma joins the podcast…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 87: You're Invited
Mark and Sam jump into why it's important to get consent, or be invited from your learners. Are you looking for ways to be better trainers? Do you want some…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 86: The Power of Influence
Today we continue the conversation about the power of influence. Why do we follow standards, and is it really important to role model the desired expectations?…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 85: Band of Brothers
Band of Brothers. Are you Captain Sobel or Lieutenant Winters? Or, are you a combination of both?
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 84: The Return of Mark Watkins
It's been a minute since Mark was on the pod. He brings up the subject of utilizing the power of influence. We talk about the importance of presenting yourself…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 83: Painting the Fence is fun. Tell the world!
My good friend Buddy Carpenter joins the pod. We Hear about Buddy's Domino's journey. It's a great story! Buddy shares with us what he learned from Tom, no…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 82: We should make a video!
The mastermind behind the amazing videos you see at pretty much every Domino's Pizza event joins the discussion. Nate has been documenting the Domino's story…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 81: Ford vs. Ferrari
Movies we love and leadership lessons we need. Eric and Sam dive into Ford vs. Ferrari. We learn about ego driving poor decisions. Letting experts be experts…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 80: It's all just luck
The two-time Central Region Supervisor of the Year claims the key to his success is that he's lucky to have great GMs. Great GMs are the key indeed; lucky?…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 79 : One of the best from the "EH" Team!
The pod heads into the Great White North, Eh! Frank and Sam are all over the map, literally! A great conversation with a 30 year Domino's guy.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 78: Training and Leading
You know about Wowing the Concern and the Three Easy steps. We learn that there's an opportunity to add a fourth step!
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 77: Importance of Open Conversations
Kat joins the pod and we chat about the importance of having open conversations. There's a chance we go on a tangent or two, but hey, it's fun!
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 76: Devil Wears Prada
Movies we love and leadership lessons we need. We dive into some of the messages from the 2006 Blockbuster, The Devil Wears Prada
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 75: Regional Manager of the Year!
Sam and Emily Dunn sit down to talk about what steps you can take to make your store run at its best, even when you are not there.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 74 : Difficult Times
Jeremy joins the podcast for another great topic. Jeremy tells us the two things you are in control of. We talk about avoiding being in the Fraternity of the…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Special Chairman's Circle Episode
Art not only talks about the importance of open and honest communication, he also demonstrates it! After mispronouncing Art's last name, which he kindly…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 72: Moneyball
Movies we love and leadership lessons we need. We dive into some of the messages from the 2011 movie Moneyball. What leadership lessons can we learn from Billy…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 71: Experiences vs. Transactions
Adam Lambert joins the podcast and talks about the missing ingredient in our secret sauce. Why soft skills, human interaction and knowing your people along…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 70: Bold Predictions and a bet!
World's Fastest Pizza Maker competitor Jimmy Ruedlinger joins the pod and makes a bold prediction. We also talk about things to think about if you'd like to be…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 69: Unreasonable Hospitality
Christian comes back on and we talk more about hospitality and how that leads to better OSAT, better tips, and more fun!
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 68: Get the phone, it's Jeremy
With more and more orders coming in via the internet or phone centers, how do you get your new team members answering the phones AND giving world class service?
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 67: Six-Seven
420? People? Six/Seven. Listen and find out what we really talked about!
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 66: Training!
Jacob rejoins the pod. We talk about training Assistant Managers and being on Broadway!
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 65 - From Deep in the Heart of Texas
Sam sits down with district Manager Joseph Ochoa. We talk about taking over new stores as a GM and the most challenging transition in Domino's, going from a…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 64: Fake it until you become it
Mark and Sam talk about strategies to become both competent and confident in your next role.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 63: Back from the Heart of Texas!
Sam talks with Training Director Jacob Berlanga. Jacob shares his Domino's journey and some tips to help you on yours.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 62: The calvary STILL isn't coming
Mark and Sam talk about what to do because you want to succeed and the calvary absolutely is NOT coming. What you need to do to be competitive and employable.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 61: Don't get fired and Don't Quit!
Sam sits down with Stan Gage and Tim McIntyre to talk about Stans's new book, "Don't Get Fired! … and Don't Quit. Email Stan for your very own copy…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 60: The calvary ain't coming
Mark and Sam talk about the ever-changing world and your need, no, your responsibility to keep yourself relevant. Self-development and staying in the mix, it's…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 60: Water all of the plants!
Mark and Sam dive into a 1960s social experiment that's so relevant still today!
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 59: A prediction proved right? How can you be like the Hoosiers with Mark Watkins
Sam and Mark talk about how you can make you and your team successful, even if you have been the underdog in the past. It starts with you, though, and Mark is…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 58: Let me make this clear! with Mark Watkins
Alignment and Clarity. Things that make your organization free of ambiguity, have the ability to make decisions faster, and deliver consistency on all fronts.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Bonus Episode: Throwback but Part Two
It is that time of year to spread holiday cheer. Sam is taking a couple of weeks off for the holidays, but still wanted to get you some great content to help…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Bonus Episode: It's Time for a Throwback Episode
It is that time of year to spread holiday cheer. Sam is taking a couple of weeks off for the holidays, but still wanted to get you some great content to help…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 57: Guess who's back!
It's been 3 months since Mark Watkins has been on the pod. Let me be clear! We talk about clarity and how clarity aligns Team effort, builds trust and…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 56: Data never lies and neither does Shawn Brunelle!
Sam talks to long-time Dominoid and now data guru Shawn Brunelle. Shawn walks us through how using the Wizard Line can help you find opportunities in your…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 55: DWLA - So cool, so needed, so NOW!
The founder of the DWLA, Kelly Ramos, takes time out of her crazy schedule to talk with Sam about the Domino's Franchise Women's Leadership Association. This…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 54: Culture, People and Being Seen
RPM's own Wanda Laurent joined the pod. Wanda shares with us her learning journey about being seen and what that even means. Culture becomes a topic we dive…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 53: Ai, Can it help my business?
Founder and CEO of Smart Trainer, Won Jeong joined the pod to talk about artificial intelligence. Sam seems scared but curious
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 52: Keeping What's Yours!
Sam talks with veteran Safety and Security Expert, Ryan Berkey. Ryan tells about the importance of Loss Prevention and how much you could be losing in your…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 51: Salt Lake City - Doing great, thanks for asking!
Sam chats with special guest Don Kositchek. We talk about the 3 year journey Team Islands to Salt Lake has been on. We dive into the importance of fixing one…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 50: Sam Talks Pizza and More with Tyler Tucci and Mike Dunn
Our friends from DTID (Domino's til I Die) join Sam and talk about driving customers through an aggressive Super Saturday deal!
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 49: Sam Talks Pizza and More with Special Guest Angel Martinez
What a great conversation with Angel. Angel is a newly minted franchisee and shares her thoughts on mindset and servant leadership. You’re going to want to…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 48: Sam Talks Pizza and More with Emily Dunn
For sure she’s not one and DUNN! This one was fun, and I think you’ll get a lot out of it to continue your journey to being a great leader. Emily drops her 4…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 47: Science Rules! with Becca Link
Becca joins Sam and shares some wisdom from her Biology degree. Yeah! There's great information about why we do some of the things we do based on science. It's…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 46: The Burnout Episode Part 2 With Mark Watkins
So you have taken the burnout test, now what? Tune in while Mark and Sam tell you what to do next.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 45: The Burnout Episode with Mark Watkins
In part 1 of this 2 part series we tackle burnout & stress. Take the quiz with us to see where you’re at in your life.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 44: The Customer Experience with Jeremy Hill
Sam and Jeremy sit down and chat about the customer experience and give some great tips to help you and your team improve your experience for your customer.
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 43: Protect Yourself with Mark Watkins
Prioritize later, listen now! Mark and Sam talk about how to protect your physical and mental well-being. We talk about some hard truths. We talk about your…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 42: Having the tough conversations with Jeremy Hill
Jeremy and Sam don’t duck the tough conversations. We put on our actor hats and do a couple role plays to help you get in the habit of when you see something…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode #41: Be Prepared! With Mark Watkins
A little less fun this time, but a very necessary conversation. Sam and Mark chat about having an emergency plan and how following protocols and safety…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 40: Confidence, Competence and Focus with Mark Watkins
Sam and Mark talk about Confidence, Competence and Focus because Mark likes to do things in threes. Listen in as they talk about how they are all tied together…
- Sam Talks Pizza and More
Episode 39: Patience is wait for... LEGENDARY with Mark Watkins
Sam and Mark are backing, surprise! This time they discuss patience and how success does not come overnight for most and that is okay!