The Sales Podcast

Want to sell more, sell faster, and close high-margin deals without the soul-crushing stress? Welcome to The Sales Podcast. Hosted by Wes Schaeffer, The Sales Whisperer®, AF veteran, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, father of seven, and HOA president, this is the ultimate audio masterclass for professional salespeople, managers, and growth-minded entrepreneurs. No fluff, no theories—just raw, actionable secrets from real-world experts who have the scars (and the cars) to prove it. When you subscribe, you unlock over 13 years of battle-tested sales wisdom. From prospecting and social selling to sales psychology, CRM optimization, and B2B operations, every single episode delivers a practical blueprint you can use to scale your revenue today. Hit subscribe and start closing more predictably.

Get on 50 Podcasts in 100 Days: Mischa Zvegintzov 10/30/2024

Get on 50 Podcasts in 100 Days: Mischa Zvegintzov In this engaging conversation, Mischa Zvegintzov shares his journey from a successful sales career to becoming a podcast host and influencer. He discusses the evolution of his podcast, the importance of video testimonials, and the challenges and benefits of high-end masterminds. Mischa emphasizes the significance of strategic networking and guest speaking in the podcasting world, providing insights on how to effectively leverage these opportunities for business growth. In this conversation, Wes and Mischa discuss the intricacies of podcast guesting, emphasizing the importance of follow-up, the value of building an influence army, and effective pricing strategies. They share insights on maximizing podcast appearances, the reality of podcasting, and the credibility it brings. The discussion also touches on the significance of memorable branding and URLs for effective marketing. Takeaways Mischa transitioned from a sales career to podcasting after retirement. He initially struggled with imposter syndrome in online marketing. The importance of video testimonials for businesses is highlighted. Mischa's podcast journey began with a focus on storytelling and rebirth. He emphasizes the need for a clear strategy when guest speaking on podcasts. High-end masterminds can be valuable but often require refined offers to succeed. Mischa advocates for starting with guest speaking before launching a podcast. Effective networking is crucial for monetizing podcast appearances. He shares a simple pitch strategy for reaching out to podcast hosts. Mischa believes in serving the audience during interviews to create value. Merging and blending ideas can lead to creative outcomes. Follow-up is crucial in podcast guesting; many miss opportunities due to lack of response. Maximizing podcast appearances involves strategic follow-up and content repurposing. Building an influence army can enhance your reach and authority. Pricing strategies should evolve; starting low can create urgency for future increases. Podcasting can enhance credibility, even if the content isn't widely listened to. It's essential to present oneself professionally during podcast appearances. Memorable branding and URLs can significantly impact marketing success. Many professionals miss opportunities by not following up or promoting their appearances effectively. The podcasting journey is about continuous learning and adapting. Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Mischa Z: From Sales to Podcasting 09:59 Navigating High-End Masterminds: Value vs. Cost 19:56 The Art of Podcasting: Strategies for Success 26:32 The Art of Podcast Guesting 28:37 The Importance of Follow-Up 30:55 Maximizing Podcast Appearances 32:39 Building an Influence Army 34:48 Pricing Strategies for Success 36:15 The Reality of Podcasting 38:30 Credibility Through Podcasting 40:43 Memorable Branding and URLs GUEST INFO: Guest Site: Chief Influence Officer - Guest Site: Get his ! Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mischaz/ Mentioned for your sales meeting or marketing conference : get a free consultation with me " /episode/index/show/whisper/id/33620082

Unleash Your Strategic Sales With RevHeat's Ken Lundin 10/28/2024

Build a Badass Brand With Pia Silva 10/25/2024

Build a Badass Brand With Pia Silva In this conversation, Pia Silva discusses her journey in branding and marketing, emphasizing the importance of being authentic and owning one's identity. She shares insights on how to stand out in a crowded market, the significance of self-promotion, and the challenges faced by small branding agencies. The discussion also touches on effective advertising strategies and the evolving landscape of social media. In this engaging conversation, Pia Silva and Wes discuss the ongoing journey of business success, emphasizing that initial achievements are just the beginning. They explore strategies for building a profitable small agency without the need for a large team, focusing on trust-building in sales, especially for service providers. The importance of empowering clients through knowledge and ownership is highlighted, along with the value of community engagement and sharing resources. Pia also offers insights into her approach to client relationships and the significance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Takeaways Being badass is about owning your identity. Confidence is built over years of experience. Unique branding can set you apart from competitors. Self-promotion is crucial for success in business. Navigating social media requires curation and focus. Coaching small agencies can lead to significant growth. Effective advertising requires a clear understanding of your audience. The sale is just the beginning of the relationship. Branding should reflect authenticity and uniqueness. Ads should enhance an already successful funnel. It's gonna be a problem if you think, oh, I did it. The work really truly begins after the initial sale. Certain kinds of businesses can benefit from churn. Building trust is essential before pitching services. Selling a small initial service can lead to bigger sales later. Proposals should not be fishing expeditions. Empower clients by giving them ownership of their projects. Community engagement is key for service providers. Free resources can attract potential clients. Maintaining a work-life balance is crucial for mental health. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Branding Journey 02:49 The Concept of Being Badass 05:51 Unique Branding Strategies 08:56 The Importance of Self-Promotion 12:03 Navigating the Noise of Social Media 14:51 Coaching Small Branding Agencies 18:05 Effective Advertising Strategies 22:35 The Journey Begins: Beyond Initial Success 27:44 Sales Strategies for Service Providers 33:30 Empowering Clients Through Knowledge 36:44 The Importance of Client Ownership GUEST INFO: Guest Site: https://www.nobsagencies.com/ Pia Silva LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/piapiasilva Free Bonus: Get a free audio version of Pia's book Badass Your Brand: The Impatient Entrepreneur's Guide to Turning Expertise into Profit: nobsagencies.com/the-sales Pia Silva Instagram: on how to scale your branding agency to $30k+ months without employees Use Pia’s to discover the price you must charge to achieve freedom in your branding business Grab Pia’s best-selling book OR Get the Listen to Pia's podcast “” Check out Pia's Mentioned for your sales meeting or marketing conference : get a free consultation with me " /episode/index/show/whisper/id/33620022

Master Natural Selling With Author Michael Oliver on The Sales Podcast 10/24/2024

Anish Patel on The Sales Podcast 10/24/2024

Anish Patel on The Sales Podcast Anish Patel shares his transformative journey from a conventional career in investment banking to a life of adventure, self-discovery, and entrepreneurship. He discusses the challenges he faced, including financial struggles and personal crises, and how these experiences led him to explore spirituality and authenticity. Anish emphasizes the importance of taking time for oneself, especially in today's complex world filled with distractions, and advocates for a more present and intentional way of living. We explore the themes of calmness under pressure, the importance of being present, and the journey towards authenticity, as well as the challenges of maintaining composure in stressful situations, the significance of training and practice, and the societal pressures that often dictate behavior. The dialogue also touches on the value of dance and fun in life, the complexities of modern conversations, and the nuanced understanding of good and evil. 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:55 The Journey to Self-Discovery 05:48 From Financial Struggles to Business Success 08:51 The Shift in Perspective During the Pandemic 12:11 Understanding Energy and Authenticity 15:12 Navigating Life's Complexities 18:06 Finding Balance in Responsibilities 20:51 The Importance of Taking Time for Yourself 23:50 The Impact of Modern Distractions 26:50 The Power of Presence and Simplicity 32:43 Calmness Under Pressure 34:52 The Importance of Presence 36:32 Training for Calmness 39:44 Authenticity and Outliers 42:53 Breaking Societal Norms 45:46 The Value of Dance and Fun 48:59 Navigating Modern Conversations 52:33 Understanding Good and Evil Join The Inner Circle: https://info.wesschaeffer.com/inner-circle-silver Market like you mean it. Now go sell something. SUBSCRIBE to grow your sales. https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes ----- Connect with me: Twitter -- https://twitter.com/saleswhisperer LinkedIn -- http://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/ Podcast -- https://feeds.libsyn.com/44487/rss BUSINESS GROWTH TOOLS https://12WeeksToPeak.com https://CRMQuiz.com https://MakeEverySale.com /episode/index/show/whisper/id/33594297

How to Be a Hands-Off CEO, With Mandi Ellefson 10/23/2024

How to Be a Hands-Off CEO, With Mandi Ellefson Mandi Ellefson is a long time friend and returning guest to The Sales Podcast. We explore the evolution of business ownership and the challenges faced by CEOs and we discuss her book, 'Hands Off CEO,' which addresses the struggle of business owners feeling trapped by their own success. We get into the balance between systematization and customization in service delivery, the importance of understanding client impact, and the necessity of feedback loops. Mandi emphasizes the significance of creating compelling offers and the dual approach of mindset and systems for growth, and we also touch on effective sales strategies, the power of storytelling, and the value of building relationships in outreach efforts. Finally, Mandi shares insights on marketing strategies and the importance of showing up with value, culminating in a discussion about her upcoming retreats and the transformative experiences they offer. Takeaways Mandi's book 'Hands Off CEO' addresses the challenges of successful business owners. Many CEOs feel trapped by their own success, leading to burnout. Finding the right balance between systematization and customization is crucial. Feedback loops are essential for understanding client impact and success. Business owners often get pulled into service delivery, limiting scalability. Identifying core problems in sales can lead to more effective solutions. Creating scalable offers requires a focus on the 80/20 rule. Transformational outcomes should be engineered based on client needs. Sales strategies must balance authority and collaboration with clients. Mindset and systems are both necessary for sustainable growth. 00:00 Revisiting the Journey: A Seven-Year Reflection 03:39 Finding Balance: Systematizing vs. Customization 05:46 Understanding Client Impact: The Importance of Feedback 08:59 The Role of the Business Owner in Service Delivery 12:43 Creating Scalable Offers: The 80/20 Rule 15:38 Transformational Outcomes: Engineering Services for Success 18:24 Sales Strategies: Balancing Authority and Collaboration 20:57 Mindset and Systems: The Dual Approach to Growth 22:40 Tactical Sales Techniques: What Really Works 24:52 Crafting Compelling Offers: The Art of Specificity 27:19 Inbound vs. Outbound: The Power of Storytelling in Sales 30:39 Building Relationships: The Key to Successful Outreach 32:28 Recognizing Opportunities: The Shift in Client Mindset 34:36 Effective Marketing: Strategies for Engagement 36:52 The Importance of Value: Showing Up with Coffee 40:54 Retreats and Transformation: The Value of Experience 43:48 Final Thoughts: Where to Find Mandi's Work Guest Site: https://handsoffceo.com/book Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handsoffceo Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandiellefson/ Guest Instagram: @handsoffceo and @mandiellefson Guest X: @mandiellefson Join The Inner Circle: https://info.wesschaeffer.com/inner-circle-silver ----- Connect with me: Twitter -- https://twitter.com/saleswhisperer LinkedIn -- http://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/ Podcast -- https://feeds.libsyn.com/44487/rss BUSINESS GROWTH TOOLS https://12WeeksToPeak.com https://CRMQuiz.com https://MakeEverySale.com /episode/index/show/whisper/id/33577747

Shift Your Mind With MINDSHIFT Author Brian Solis on The Sales Podcast 10/15/2024

Jerry Acuff Shares How To Create The Relationship Edge In Sales 10/11/2024

Tyler Cruver shows how Clay is the Creative Tool for Growth on The CRM Sushi Podcast 10/09/2024

How to Fix Your Skinny and Ill-Defined Pipelines, Don Lazzari 10/04/2024

Build Outbound Systems That Generate Sales: Tyler Cruver, Clay Expert, SaaS Wizard 09/22/2024

SURGE To Success, With GTM Expert Holly Rollo 09/19/2024

Belief, Service, and Consistent Improvement With Joe Templin 09/10/2024

Belief, Service, and Consistent Improvement With Joe Templin https://wesschaeffer.com/blog/joe-templin The Sales Podcast: Interview with Joe Templin | Author of Every Day Excellence and Becoming an Introduction Machine In this episode of The Sales Podcast, I sit down with Joe Templin, also known as “The Human Kaizen,” to dive into his insights on personal and business growth. Joe is the author of two powerful books: Every Day Excellence, which provides daily wisdom and actionable strategies for self-improvement, and Becoming an Introduction Machine, a guide to building a referral-based business in under 90 days. Key Topics: • The philosophy of Kaizen and how it can drive consistent improvement in business and life. • How to become an “Introduction Machine” and create a network that fuels your business. • Practical tips for building a sustainable, referral-driven business model. • Actionable takeaways from Every Day Excellence to help you achieve peak performance daily. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, improve your business, or optimize your personal growth, this episode is packed with insights to help you succeed. Takeaways —Kaizen is a philosophy of continuous improvement that can be applied to sales processes and personal development. —Making small, incremental improvements in sales processes and oneself can lead to significant long-term growth. —Personalized reach-outs and follow-up calls are effective strategies for building relationships and generating sales. —Cold calling can be challenging, but it can be made more efficient by combining it with the psychology of referred lead selling. —Sales managers and small business owners can motivate their teams to make outbound calls by emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement and providing support and resources. Gamification can be an effective tool to motivate salespeople and create a culture of competition and achievement. —Sales managers should apply science and understand what works and what doesn't in order to effectively coach and support their sales team. —Building trust is crucial in sales, and salespeople should focus on understanding their clients' needs and finding ways to make their lives easier or better. —Sales managers should shift their focus from closing deals to building processes and providing coaching and support to their sales team. —Success in sales and personal growth requires belief in oneself, a focus on serving others, and consistent effort to improve. —Taking action and seeking help, such as hiring a coach or mentor, can greatly contribute to achieving sales and personal goals. Sound Bites —"Kaizen is about embracing the better truth and making micro improvements over and over again." —"Continuous improvement is the key to unlocking your potential as an individual, leader, and salesperson." —"Put the locus of control back inside and make yourself and your offer the best they can be." —"The Zoomer generation has grown up in a world where everything is about getting patches and stars and awards for things." —"How can I help you do it? Okay, you didn't do it yesterday. You need to do it today or else you're gonna go on yellow alert." —"Most salespeople have not had sales training. They've had product training from their companies and they call that sales training." � Subscribe for more expert interviews and sales tips! /episode/index/show/whisper/id/32995702

Build a Digital Network: The Key to Sales Success, With Scott Leese 09/04/2024

Ryan Stewman Keeps It Real About Sales, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and Growth Today 08/30/2024

Augmenting Sales Reps with AI: Finding the Right Balance—Nick Caruso 08/29/2024

How to Build Awareness and Win Clients with Email Newsletters Christian Banach 08/28/2024

Andrew Spira: From Millionaire to Ankle Monitor and Back 08/25/2024

Dancer. Doer. Zookeeper. Meet Laura Casselman of JVZoo. 08/22/2024

AI + IQ Is Greater Than HR Says John Munsell of LSU GEAUX TIGERS Fame 08/19/2024

AI + IQ Is Greater Than HR Says John Munsell of LSU GEAUX TIGERS Fame 00:00 Introduction and Background 09:44 AI Tools for Research and Content Creation 17:21 The Use of AI in Sales and Business 25:12 Creating Scalable Prompts and an AI-First Culture 32:36 The Future of AI and Business 39:19 Exploring the Capabilities of AI 45:13 Automation with AI 57:14 Addressing Biases and Ethical Considerations 01:06:09 Training Programs and Resources Takeaways AI can be used in various industries, such as marketing and sales, to improve efficiency and personalize interactions. Tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and HeyGen can assist in research, content creation, and role-playing. Creating scalable prompts and developing an AI-first culture can enhance productivity and streamline processes in businesses. Partnering with universities and online platforms can provide opportunities for upskilling employees and expanding knowledge in AI. AI, such as ChatGPT, can analyze images and provide detailed descriptions. AI can assist visually impaired individuals by reading text and describing images. Automation using AI can streamline tasks and improve efficiency. There are potential biases and ethical considerations in AI development and usage. Training programs and resources are available to learn and implement AI effectively. Market like you mean it. Now go sell something. Get private coaching with the Make Every Sale Program here: https://saleswhisperer.gumroad.com/l/OiXZk SUBSCRIBE to sell more, faster, at higher margins, with less stress, and more fun! https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes ----- Connect with me: Twitter -- https://twitter.com/saleswhisperer TikTok -- https://www.tiktok.com/@thesaleswhisperer Instagram -- http://instagram.com/saleswhisperer LinkedIn -- http://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/ Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/wes.sandiegocrm Facebook Page -- https://www.facebook.com/thesaleswhisperer Vimeo -- https://vimeo.com/thesaleswhisperer Podcast -- https://feeds.libsyn.com/44487/rss YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes Sales Book -- https://www.thesaleswhisperer.com/c/way-book BUSINESS GROWTH TOOLS https://12WeeksToPeak.com https://CopyByWes.com https://CRMQuiz.com https://TheBestSalesSecrets.com https://MakeEverySale.com https://www.TheSalesWhisperer.com/ https://www.thesaleswhisperer.com/c/ipa /episode/index/show/whisper/id/32642322

How To Have Tough Conversations, With Gene Hammett 08/13/2024

Opening Is The New Closing Says Sales Expert Justin Michael 08/08/2024

See How This Old Sales Dog Is Using AI, Email, & DMs To Make Insane Sales, Meet Joe Ingram 08/05/2024

See How This Old Sales Dog Is Using AI, Email, & DMs To Make Insane Sales, Meet Joe Ingram In this conversation, Joe Ingram and I discuss our experiences in sales and the role of salespeople in today's world. We touch on topics such as transitioning from engineering to sales, the importance of communication and problem-solving skills, the effectiveness of outbound prospecting and cold calling, and the use of AI in sales. We also discuss the hype and flashiness often associated with sales gurus and the need for results-driven approaches. The conversation covers various topics related to sales and communication, including the use of AI in sales, the importance of human interaction and authenticity, the effectiveness of cold email outreach, and the value of fresh perspectives in business. Joe Ingram shares insights and strategies for improving sales performance and customer engagement. He also provides a hidden button on his website that offers valuable resources for sales professionals. 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:36 Transition from Engineering to Sales 13:24 The Role of Salespeople 15:46 Effectiveness of Outbound Prospecting and Cold Calling 18:04 AI in Sales 23:20 Avoiding the Hype in Sales 30:05 The Role of AI in Sales and Communication 34:56 The Importance of Human Interaction and Authenticity in Sales 41:27 The Effectiveness of Cold Email Outreach 44:12 The Value of Fresh Perspectives in Business 46:08 Utilizing Social Media and Other Platforms for Customer Engagement 49:01 Building Relationships and Providing Value in Sales 53:09 Regularly Evaluating and Renegotiating Contracts with Vendors Market like you mean it.Now go sell something. Name your price for the Make Every Sale Program here: https://saleswhisperer.gumroad.com/l/OiXZk SUBSCRIBE to sell more, faster, at higher margins, with less stress, and more fun! https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes ----- Connect with me: Twitter -- https://twitter.com/saleswhisperer TikTok -- https://www.tiktok.com/@thesaleswhisperer Instagram -- http://instagram.com/saleswhisperer LinkedIn -- http://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/ Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/wes.sandiegocrm Facebook Page -- https://www.facebook.com/thesaleswhisperer Vimeo -- https://vimeo.com/thesaleswhisperer Podcast -- https://feeds.libsyn.com/44487/rss YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes Sales Book -- https://www.thesaleswhisperer.com/c/way-book BUSINESS GROWTH TOOLS https://12WeeksToPeak.com https://CopyByWes.com https://CRMQuiz.com https://TheBestSalesSecrets.com https://MakeEverySale.com https://www.TheSalesWhisperer.com/ https://www.thesaleswhisperer.com/c/ipa /episode/index/show/whisper/id/32451612

Reason-Driven Selling With Phillip Swan—The Sales Podcast with Wes Schaeffer, The Sales Whisperer® 08/01/2024

Reason-Driven Selling With Phillip Swan—The Sales Podcast with Wes Schaeffer, The Sales Whisperer® In this conversation, Wes and Phillip Swan discuss various topics, including their love for Scotland, the importance of customer-centricity in business, the role of AI in marketing, and the need for critical thinking in the age of AI. Phillip shares his journey in sales and marketing, emphasizing the value of understanding the customer and creating simple, impactful experiences. He also provides insights on leveraging AI tools to enhance marketing efforts and the importance of avoiding hallucination in AI-generated content. The conversation highlights the need for businesses to adapt to changing buyer behaviors and the potential of AI to automate and scale processes. In this conversation, Phillip Swan and Wes discuss various topics related to business, technology, and sales. They touch on their experiences at the Air Force Academy, the importance of trust in sales, the role of data in decision-making, and the need for reason-driven decisions. Phillip emphasizes the significance of creating a seamless customer experience and the importance of culture in building a successful brand. He also shares that his company works with C-suite executives and helps companies unlock revenue growth and scale. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for critical thinking, effective communication, and a customer-centric approach in business. 00:00 Introduction and Love for Scotland 03:08 Creating Impactful Experiences and Understanding the Customer 08:22 The Power of Customer-Centricity in Driving Business Growth 13:30 Leveraging AI Tools for Marketing Success 17:57 Avoiding Hallucination in AI-Generated Content 24:22 The Importance of Critical Thinking in the Age of AI 26:25 Adapting to Changing Buyer Behaviors and Building Digital Relationships 30:08 Reason-Driven Decisions vs. Data-Driven Decisions 33:58 Creating a Seamless Customer Experience 39:22 The Role of Culture in Building a Successful Brand 45:18 Unlocking Revenue Growth and Scaling a Business Market like you mean it. Now go sell something. Name your price for the Make Every Sale Program here: https://saleswhisperer.gumroad.com/l/OiXZk SUBSCRIBE to sell more, faster, at higher margins, with less stress, and more fun! https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes ----- Connect with me: Twitter -- https://twitter.com/saleswhisperer TikTok -- https://www.tiktok.com/@thesaleswhisperer Instagram -- http://instagram.com/saleswhisperer LinkedIn -- http://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/ Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/wes.sandiegocrm Facebook Page -- https://www.facebook.com/thesaleswhisperer Vimeo -- https://vimeo.com/thesaleswhisperer Podcast -- https://feeds.libsyn.com/44487/rss YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes Sales Book -- https://www.thesaleswhisperer.com/c/way-book BUSINESS GROWTH TOOLS https://12WeeksToPeak.com https://CopyByWes.com https://CRMQuiz.com https://TheBestSalesSecrets.com https://MakeEverySale.com https://www.TheSalesWhisperer.com/ https://www.thesaleswhisperer.com/c/ipa /episode/index/show/whisper/id/32379142

Understand Human Laziness To Market Effectively With Nathan Yeung 07/23/2024

Understand Human Laziness To Market Effectively With Nathan Yeung Nathan and I discuss the importance of bridging the gap between school and real-life experiences. Nathan shares his experience as a guest lecturer at various universities and colleges, where he aims to provide students with practical knowledge and new perspectives. We also get into the challenges of being an entrepreneur and the need for resilience and a redefinition of normality. We touch on the fear of starting over, the importance of taking action, and the discomfort that comes with growth and progress. We also get into: Personal growth Consumer psychology, The challenges of scaling a business, Continuous learning, How to achieve your goals, and Nathan’s upcoming book on consumer psychology and how understanding human laziness can inform marketing strategies. 00:00 Introduction and Nathan's Experience as a Guest Lecturer 04:18 The Challenges of Being an Entrepreneur 07:13 Redefining Normality: A Key to Success 11:28 Taking Action for Growth and Progress 16:16 Getting Comfortable with Discomfort 2:13 Continuous Learning and Taking Action 27:10 Understanding Human Laziness 30:07 Challenging Beliefs and Seeking New Experiences Market like you mean it. Now go sell something. Name your price for the Make Every Sale Program here: https://saleswhisperer.gumroad.com/l/OiXZk SUBSCRIBE to sell more, faster, at higher margins, with less stress, and more fun! https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes ----- Connect with me: Twitter -- https://twitter.com/saleswhisperer TikTok -- https://www.tiktok.com/@thesaleswhisperer Instagram -- http://instagram.com/saleswhisperer LinkedIn -- http://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/ Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/wes.sandiegocrm Facebook Page -- https://www.facebook.com/thesaleswhisperer Vimeo -- https://vimeo.com/thesaleswhisperer Podcast -- https://feeds.libsyn.com/44487/rss YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes Sales Book -- https://www.thesaleswhisperer.com/c/way-book BUSINESS GROWTH TOOLS https://12WeeksToPeak.com https://CopyByWes.com https://CRMQuiz.com https://TheBestSalesSecrets.com https://MakeEverySale.com https://www.TheSalesWhisperer.com/ https://www.thesaleswhisperer.com/c/ipa /episode/index/show/whisper/id/32243087

'Hit The Inbox' With Email Deliverability Expert Scott Hartley 07/20/2024

10X Your Sales Pipelines in 90 Days With Solomon Thimothy 07/13/2024

The Power of Simplicity in Business With Bradley Hamner 07/08/2024

From Sequoia Capital to The Swarm: David Connors Launches Large 06/25/2024

GTM & ABM Experts, Kelly Hopping and John Eitel Discuss Yes It's Your Fault 06/19/2024

GTM & ABM Experts, Kelly Hopping and John Eitel Discuss Yes It's Your Fault https://blog.thesaleswhisperer.com/p/its-your-fault 00:00 The Challenge of Sales and Marketing Alignment 03:13 The Role of Location in Alignment Efforts 26:56 The Impact of Brand Advertising and Lead Generation 31:27 Challenges of Modern Prospecting Methods 36:03 Sales and Marketing Alignment in the Digital Landscape The conversation revolves around the challenges of achieving sales and marketing alignment to drive B2B growth, as discussed by Kelly Hopping and John Eitel of Demandbase. They explore the importance of collaboration, shared metrics, and leadership in fostering alignment. The use of AI in marketing and sales strategies is also highlighted, along with the impact of remote work on alignment and communication. The conversation delves into the practical aspects of account-based marketing and the role of technology in targeting the right audience. The conversation covers topics related to advertising, lead generation, personalized outreach, and the changing landscape of sales and marketing. It delves into the impact of brand advertising, the effectiveness of targeted ads, the importance of personalized outreach, and the challenges of modern prospecting methods. The conversation also explores the evolution of sales and marketing alignment, the role of account-based marketing, and the need for human connection in a digital world. Takeaways Success in entrepreneurship requires discipline, perseverance, and the ability to learn from failures. Pivoting and adapting to market needs is crucial for the growth and success of a business. Transparency and open communication are essential in building trust with customers and employees. Imposter syndrome is common among entrepreneurs, but pushing through the hard days is what separates successful entrepreneurs from others. Focus on small, incremental steps to build a business from scratch Provide just enough help to overcome obstacles Be willing to do the boring tasks that are necessary for success Hire a virtual assistant to free up time for strategic work Outsource tasks to maximize efficiency Enjoy the journey and celebrate milestones along the way Market like you mean it. Now go sell something. SUBSCRIBE to sell more, faster, at higher margins, with less stress, and more fun! https://www.youtube.com/@TheSalesWhispererWes ----- Connect with me: Twitter -- https://twitter.com/saleswhisperer TikTok -- https://www.tiktok.com/@thesaleswhisperer Instagram -- http://instagram.com/saleswhisperer LinkedIn -- http://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/ Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/wes.sandiegocrm Facebook Page -- https://www.facebook.com/thesaleswhisperer Vimeo -- https://vimeo.com/thesaleswhisperer Podcast -- https://feeds.libsyn.com/44487/rss Sales Book -- https://www.thesaleswhisperer.com/c/way-book BUSINESS GROWTH TOOLS https://12WeeksToPeak.com https://CopyByWes.com https://CRMQuiz.com https://TheBestSalesSecrets.com https://MakeEverySale.com https://www.TheSalesWhisperer.com/ /episode/index/show/whisper/id/31803592

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