Tales With Taylor

Date 06-30-2026

Episode 78:

Gina Smith

Your Business Won't Sell Itself

In this insightful episode of Tales with Taylor, Taylor joined by Gina R. Smith, Sales Strategist, Coach, Speaker, Author, and U.S. Air Force veteran. With more than 27 years of award-winning sales leadership experience, including managing over $150 million in annual revenue, Gina has built a career helping individuals and organizations achieve exceptional results without sacrificing their well-being.

Listen to this Episode now and discover

From setting healthy boundaries to creating meaningful connections through social media

What You’ll Learn in Episode 78

↪ Why the traditional stereotype of a successful salesperson is completely outdated
↪ How to achieve high performance without sacrificing your health or personal life
↪ Why AI should enhance your work—not replace your creativity
↪ The importance of building authentic customer avatars
↪ How military leadership shaped Gina's career and business philosophy
↪ Why sustainable success is more valuable than constant hustle
↪ Lessons from Gina's unique journey from the Air Force to sales leadership

Our Guest: Gina Smith

Gina R. Smith is a Sales Strategist, Coach, Speaker, Author, and U.S. Air Force veteran with over 27 years of award-winning sales leadership experience. As a former Regional Sales Director responsible for more than $150 million in annual revenue, she now helps professionals and organizations increase sales performance while creating healthier, more balanced lives.

Through her signature programs, Time Shift and Sell Smart. Live Well., Gina teaches practical strategies for improving productivity, reclaiming time, and achieving sustainable success. She is also a Certified Trainer with Eric Lofholm International, a Certified Health Coach, Certified Master Transformation Coach, and holds a Master of Arts degree in Human Relations & Management.

Her engaging presentations combine real-world leadership experience with actionable strategies that inspire audiences to work smarter, lead confidently, and live with greater purpose.