James Heidema has spent decades honing his skills to ensure through coaching and training that financial advisors and financial managers know what to say and what to do in any given situation. Watch my videos to get practical guidance on becoming more effective, grow your business, and grow your team.


James Heidema

Rebuilding for the Future: Embracing the Messy Path to a Precise, Modern Service"

I am in a meaningful season of transformation, actively tearing down the outdated systems, processes, and tools that no longer align with the world of 2026 and beyond.

This rebuilding phase is naturally messy—like any construction site, the goal isn't immediately visible, and progress may feel uncertain. But I see this as a vital step toward something stronger and more authentic.

With the support and guidance of my mentors Sarah and Tobin, I am committed to creating a service that truly reflects today’s realities—focused, agile, and designed to empower.

Every challenge faced along the way is a vital part of the journey toward clarity and excellence. I believe that through patience, persistence, and purpose, the result will be a solution that is both precise and inspiring, ready to meet the demands of tomorrow.

#BusinessTransformation, #ModernBusiness2026, #GrowthMindset, #RebuildAndRenew, #FutureFocused, #AuthenticService ,#BusinessEvolution, #LeadershipJourney, #InnovateAndThrive, #PathToClarity

16 hours ago | [YT] | 0

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You're Measuring Motion, Not Momentum: The Metrics That Actually Predict Revenue

Your dashboard shows calls made, emails sent, meetings held. Everyone's hitting their numbers. But revenue projections keep sliding right. You're tracking activity metrics that make you feel productive but don't predict performance. Calls don't equal conversations. Meetings don't equal opportunities. Opportunities don't equal closed deals.

After training over 175,000 professionals, I know exactly which 5-7 metrics actually correlate with revenue—and most sales managers aren't tracking any of them. Until you measure what matters instead of what's easy to count, you'll keep confusing activity with achievement. Different scoreboard, different game.

#SalesMetrics, #SalesKPIs, #RevenueGrowth, #SalesAnalytics, #PerformanceMetrics, #SalesManagement, #DataDrivenSales, #SalesDashboard, #MeasureWhatMatters, #SalesPerformance

5 days ago | [YT] | 0

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Attended and amazing workshop today with Tobin Smith and learned more about how to use Ai as an effective tool to promote my 1:1 coaching and my Ai platform jamesheidema-ai.com/ ... thank you Tobin!

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

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From Turmoil to Triumph: Refilling Your KSA Toolbox with Field-Tested Sales Systems.

Sharpening the Saw in a Storm: Why Your Sales Management Systems are Failing and How to Fix Them Stop sawing with a dull blade; leverage just-in-time AI advice to implement the rigorous processes required to close skeptical buyers today.

In the volatile economic climate of 2026, sales managers face a dual crisis: stagnant recruitment and increasingly hesitant buyers.

Jamesheidema-AI provides the essential "just-in-time" strategic advice needed to navigate these turbulent waters with confidence. By moving beyond generic coaching and focusing on field-tested systems, this AI-driven platform helps leaders "sharpen the saw" and replenish their KSA (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) toolboxes with proven processes designed for high-pressure environments.

Whether you are struggling to find members who possess the right attitude or fighting to close deals in a "protectionist" economy, Jamesheidema-AI offers tactical depth forged in real-world challenges and refined by decades of expert field testing. It transforms managers from reactive firefighters into systemic architects of growth.

By leveraging cutting-edge intelligence synthesized with time-honored sales wisdom, you can ensure your team remains a high-performance machine capable of generating predictable results even when the broader USA economy falters.

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1 week ago | [YT] | 0

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"Your Health Isn't Selfish—It's Your Greatest Responsibility"

"Stop competing with others, stop negotiating with excuses, and stop taking for granted what millions have lost—your ability to choose health is a privilege, and protecting it is how you stay strong for yourself and everyone who needs you."

A really close friend of mine, Colton, shared this with me today. Very valuable and worthwhile insights.

The greatest battle for your health happens inside your mind, not inside a gym. When progress stalls and frustration builds, remember four truths:

First, you're only competing against the voice telling you to quit.

Second, your health determines whether you're independent or a burden—choose strength so you can stand on your own and lift others up.

Third, your ability to improve your health is a gift many have lost; honour it while you still can.

Forth, your health isn't negotiable, isn't optional, and isn't just about you. It's your responsibility to yourself and everyone counting on you.

#HealthIsResponsibility, #FitnessMindset, #HealthMotivation, #StayStrong, #WellnessJourney, #MentalToughness, #HealthyLiving, #NeverQuit, #FitnessGoals ,#SelfCareMatters

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"While They're Job Hunting, You're Skill Building: The 90-Day Sales Mastery Plan"

Here's the uncomfortable reality: your competition isn't job hunting—they're upskilling. While unemployment lines grow, savvy sales professionals are executing aggressive 90-day development sprints. They're earning certifications in MEDDIC, Challenger Sale, and SPIN Selling. They're mastering LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Gong analytics, and AI prospecting tools. They're studying behavioral psychology, neuroscience-based persuasion, and executive-level communication. The next 90 days will define the next 5 years of your career. Companies are cutting underperformers but desperately seeking top talent who can navigate complex sales cycles in uncertain markets. Every skill you master now becomes leverage in salary negotiations and job security discussions. Dedicate one hour daily to deliberate practice. Read industry research, role-play objection handling, analyze lost deals. When the dust settles, you'll be the salesperson everyone wants—and no one can afford to lose.

Please visit my AI platform, register with no commitment, ask your most challenging question, see how I respond. First 10 minutes are free.

jamesheidema-ai | The Coach That's Always There!

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3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

James Heidema

"New to Sales and Struggling? Or Been Here Years and Plateaued? Ask Your Toughest Question—10 Minutes Free." How Sales Professionals Navigate Their Two Hardest Challenges With Just-In-Time Guidance

Every sales professional faces two incredibly difficult periods.

The first is your initial 6 months—when you realize just how challenging this profession is. You're working hard but don't yet have the systems, processes, and tools to truly succeed. You're trying to survive.

The second is the plateau—when you've been at it for a while, but your results and income have stopped growing. You're stuck and don't know why.

Both moments are lonely. Both feel overwhelming. But neither has to define your career. You want to Thrive!

We invite you to test jamesheidema-ai for 10 minutes, completely free. No credit card required.

Ask your most difficult question—the one keeping you up at night, the challenge you can't solve alone.

See what 35 years of proven systems, processes, and tools can offer.

Try it now: jamesheidema-ai.com

You don't have to struggle alone. Let's see if we can help.


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3 weeks ago | [YT] | 1

James Heidema

"Great Coaching at the Wrong Time Is Worthless. Here's Why Timing Matters." How Just-In-Time Coaching Affects Results in Ways Weekly Meetings Never Can

Here's the brutal truth about coaching: Timing is everything.

You don't need coaching next Tuesday in your weekly one-on-one. You need it Sunday night at 9 PM when you're prepping for Monday's career-defining presentation. You need it Wednesday at 2 PM when your biggest deal just hit an unexpected objection. You need it Thursday morning when you're about to negotiate pricing and don't know your next move.

Just-in-time coaching affects results. Delayed coaching just analyzes failures.

jamesheidema-ai gives you 35 years of sales wisdom exactly when you need it: → Before critical meetings → During tough negotiations

→ When objections surprise you → While you're building proposals → As deals start to stall

Not generic AI advice. Proven systems from coaching 175,000+ professionals.

Try 10 minutes free: jamesheidema-ai.com

Get coaching when it matters—not when it's convenient.



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1 month ago | [YT] | 2