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Episode #416: Bloody Knuckle Cold Calling

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advancedsellinpodcastgraphicbootAre you in a cold-calling business?

In this episode, veteran sales trainers Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale field a question from Blake in Texas that we know many listeners find challenging.

How do you engage with a prospect when you’re knocking on their door?

What can you do to soften the immediate feeling they have to tell you to go away?

In today’s episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan share strategies for effective and efficient cold-calling. Getting right with your belief about what you’re selling, approaching with good intent, and considering the impact of your words and approach will help you focus on what really matters in your interaction— providing a service to help the person who answers the door.

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The Hidden Power of a Sales Mastermind Group

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In his book, Think & Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill describes what a mastermind group is:

Nice, isn’t it? “A friendly alliance.” “Plan and purpose.”

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The Truth Emerged

Last month, in the mastermind group that I’m in, a guy broke down into tears. He was struggling. His business was not doing well. And, this was the first time he actually admitted it to another human being.

While it was awkward, I’ve never seen 9 people jump into service so quickly. Isn’t it interesting that when the truth comes out – when we become “real,” people are always there to help?

Later, he emailed the group, sharing what a massive relief it was to know he had people on his ‘team’ that were in total support. You could feel the relief in his tone.

Below, I’ve listed 5 reasons that you MUST consider joining a mastermind group if you’re truly serious about your professional growth. Read more

Episode #412: Sales Lessons from the Olympics

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advancedsellinpodcastgraphicbootAre you staying up late every night mesmerized by the Olympics?

In this episode, veteran sales trainers Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale look to lessons sales people can learn from athletes competing at the top of their game.

How do you prepare yourself when something doesn’t go as planned in a sales call?

How can you detach from things around you that you can’t control?

In today’s episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan give you specific techniques to take your sales game all the way to Rio.

Are you ready to compete with the best of the best from around the world? Listen in today to find out.

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Episode #411: Mindset Tips from a PGA Golfer

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advancedsellinpodcastgraphicbootWhat do golf pros know about sales training? You may be surprised by the overlaps in mindset principles.

In this episode, veteran sales trainers Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale reflect on Donald Miller’s Storybrand podcast and an interview with Ben Crane, a PGA golf pro.

Do you struggle to avoid your subconscious taking over your mindset?

Are you practicing reps to help get your mind right?

In today’s episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan share tips to help you focus on mindfulness in the sales process.  You will learn how to quiet your mind, set your own expectations and focus on your prospects instead of yourself.

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Episode #410: Sales Pressure – Aspirational or Desperate?

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advancedsellinpodcastgraphicbootAre you feeling sales pressure? (Don’t worry, you’re not alone.)

In this episode, veteran sales trainers Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale help managers and salespeople identify the differences between aspirational and desperate pressure.

Are you stressed about sales and struggling to think objectively about your pipeline?

Are you looking at the long term view or just short term wins?

In today’s episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan share techniques you can use to turn pressure into a motivating piece of your role in sales.  You’ll learn where to focus, how to brainstorm new ideas more effectively and avoid the desperate movie that plays in your head when sales are in a slump.

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Episode #409: Thoughts from a Longtime Listener

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advancedsellinpodcastgraphicbootHave you wondered what it’s like to be a fly on the wall of a recording session at The Advanced Selling Podcast?

In today’s episode, veteran sales trainers Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale are joined by a loyal listener who jumps into the conversation during a visit to the studio.

Are you a naturally curious person?

Are you looking for ways to keep growing your sales skills after decades in the business?

In this episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan talk with Paul from Ontario, Canada about his experiences as a longtime listener.  Paul even has a chance to ask a question on behalf of listeners around the world— what would you ask if you were in our studio?

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Episode #408: Helpful Hints for Email Excellence

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advancedsellinpodcastgraphicbootHave you gotten stuck in a back-and-forth email chain with a prospect that didn’t end well?

In this episode, veteran sales trainers Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale dissect an actual listener email and break down what worked (and didn’t work) in his exchange with a potential customer.

Are you reading your emails out loud before sending to check your tone?

Are you out of balance with your communication style and language?

In today’s episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan give tactical and specific guidance to help you polish your emails and avoid saying something that gets misunderstood by your prospect.

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Episode #407: Sales Managers – After the Ride Along

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advancedsellinpodcastgraphicbootCalling all Sales Managers: there’s an art to coaching your team after the ride along. In this episode, veteran sales trainers Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale talk to Sales Managers with tips (and things not to do) when coaching after a ride along experience. This episode isn’t about the ride along itself— it’s about what happens when you get back in the car.

What makes a really good feedback session?

How do you help your team grow from the experience?

In today’s episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan give you actionable tips to you can use on your next ride along.

Hint: If you’re not a Sales Manager, you probably should forward this episode to them after you listen. You’ll be glad you did.

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Episode #406: Stir Your Sales Funnel

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advancedsellinpodcastgraphicbootIs your sales funnel getting stale? Are you stuck in the rut of closed-loop prospecting?

In this episode, veteran sales trainers Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale share tips and techniques for stirring up your sales funnel to get better movement and momentum.

Are you using a ranking system to know which prospects deserve more focus and attention?

Are you activating opportunities you already have in your funnel or are you letting them sit there and stall out?

In today’s episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan give you five to-do’s that will keep your sales funnel active and stoked.

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