The Power of Tenacity with Marcylle Combs

On this episode of Call The Damn Leads, I get to chop it up with the incredible Marcylle Combs—a seasoned business leader, speaker, and first-time author who proves that perseverance, purpose, and a servant’s heart are the ultimate sales tools.

Marcylle shares how she built a successful healthcare business from scratch, built long-term relationships with hard-to-reach doctors, and leaned into follow-up with relentless determination. We also dig deep into leadership, motivating your team, and the incredible impact of giving back through her nonprofit, 2612.

Whether you're trying to crack the code of B2B sales or build a mission-driven company culture, this episode is packed with real talk and tactical gold.

🧠 Episode Highlights

🧺 The Food Basket Fiasco

Marcylle tells a hilarious story about showing up to a doctor’s office with a basket of food…right after the staff had food poisoning. It’s a cringeworthy moment that still landed her a referral partnership—because she didn’t give up.

💪 When "No" Means "Not Yet"

Whether it’s five rejections or five years of follow-up, Marcylle breaks down why persistence isn’t just powerful—it’s profitable.

🔥 Team Motivation That Works

From warm fuzzies to surprise treats, Marcylle shares her creative, low-cost ways to boost morale and keep teams inspired even during tough seasons.

🛠️ Building Sales Through Community

Marcylle’s 2612 nonprofit shows how giving back can energize company culture and bring deeper purpose to your business. From pushing wheelbarrows to disaster recovery, service builds real unity.

📣 Small Machine, Big Impact

Learn how Marcylle’s team leverages partnerships with larger nonprofits like Samaritan’s Purse to make a huge difference—proving that small businesses can still play a massive role in helping others.

📚 First-Time Author Energy

Marcylle drops some laughs and lessons from her new book, Never Hire Your Friends, and opens up about what it really takes to lead with love and wisdom in the workplace.

🚀 Key Takeaways

• Rejection Isn’t Personal
  Marcylle reminds us that as salespeople, we’re here to serve—not seek validation. Focus on the mission, not the emotions.
  
  

• Follow-Up Wins
  That “no” today might be a “yes” five years from now. Your consistency matters more than their temporary resistance.
  
  

• Celebrate the Small Stuff
  Motivation doesn’t always have to be monetary. Personal gestures, recognition, and even a fuzzy toy can make a huge difference.
  
  

• Sales & Leadership Are About People
  Real leadership means jumping in the trenches with your team. When the CEO’s pushing the wheelbarrow, everyone notices.
  
  

• Giving Back Drives Growth
  Building a business that gives to the community not only strengthens culture—it attracts better people and opportunities.
  
  

🔗 How to Connect with Marcylle Combs

Marcylle is doing amazing work in leadership, sales, and community service. Whether you want to check out her new book, explore 2612, or just get connected with a powerhouse woman in leadership—you’ve got to follow her journey.

🌐 Website: https://www.marcyllecombs.com/
📚 Book: Never Hire Your Friends – Available on her website
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcyllecombs
🌍 Nonprofit: Learn more about 2612 on her site

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