Discipline, Desire, Dedication

Garrett Cotten and Dakota Lang
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A podcast diving into the world of entrepreneurship, motivation, and building real wealth. Join hosts Garrett & Dakota as they interview industry leaders and share powerful insights to help you succeed in business and life.

  1. Dominate D2D Sales Fast

    MAY 8

    Dominate D2D Sales Fast

    Door to door sales training that actually works. Learn how top reps master scripts, tonality, and repetition to close more deals and rise fast in sales. This episode breaks down how elite performers accelerate from beginner to leader by focusing on daily habits, disciplined practice, and replicating proven systems. From memorizing scripts to mastering delivery, the conversation highlights what separates average reps from high earners. It also dives into leadership, recruiting, and how removing ego leads to faster growth and stronger teams. If you're serious about getting better at door knocking, closing more deals, and building a high-performance sales career, this is a blueprint worth studying. Subscribe for more sales training, leadership strategies, and real-world insights. 00:00 From Knocker to Regional Leader 02:00 Script Mastery & Repetition 05:00 Why Top Sales Teams Sound the Same 07:30 Ego vs Growth in Sales 10:00 Leadership & Building Winning Teams 13:30 Fixing Sales Slumps Fast 17:00 Recruiting & Scaling a Sales Team

    38 min
  2. Back to the Basics

    MAY 5

    Back to the Basics

    Door to door sales gets harder when reps overcomplicate the job. The basics still win: script, conversations, habits, routine, discipline, and showing up when it is easier not to. Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down how door knocking reps can get out of a sales slump by returning to controllables. They talk about daily sales habits, morning routines, what to listen to on the way to the area, why the car becomes a danger zone, how lunch breaks can kill momentum, and why sleep matters more than most reps want to admit. For door to door sales reps trying to build consistency, this episode is a reset. Keep it simple. Control the basics. Do the hard thing before the easy thing. Subscribe for more door to door sales training, sales discipline, and real conversations on growth. Comment with the basic habit that has helped you most. 00:00 Getting Back To Sales Basics 00:47 Why Simple Systems Create Growth 02:10 Fitness, Faith, Family, And Discipline 03:57 The 3 Keys For Door Knockers 04:34 Why Sales Reps Overcomplicate Success 08:39 Daily Controllables For Door To Door Sales 18:20 Night Routine, Sleep, And Sales Performance

    24 min
  3. Mindset That Actually Wins

    APR 24

    Mindset That Actually Wins

    Door to door sales mindset, training, and leadership all show up in this conversation with James Edwards. From starting as a sales rep to becoming President of Sales, this episode breaks down what it really takes to win in door to door sales. James Edwards shares real lessons on door to door sales training, recruiting reps, handling discomfort, building confidence, staying consistent, and growing from sales rep to leadership. This episode is built for door to door sales reps who want better results, stronger habits, and a clearer path to long-term success in the sales industry. It also dives into 1099 sales, summer sales, leadership development, and why discipline matters more than short-term motivation. If door to door sales has changed your life or helped shape your mindset, drop a comment below. Subscribe, share this with a rep or manager, and send it to someone looking for real door to door sales advice. 00:00 Why Door to Door Sales Changes Lives 02:09 Why Utah Became a Door to Door Sales Hub 03:18 College, Debt, and Choosing Sales Instead 06:08 Recruiting Reps and Betting on Yourself 08:57 How Reps Grow Into Sales Leaders 14:17 Handling Discomfort, Rejection, and Consistency 20:20 James Edwards’ 3 Rules for Sales Success 31:22 Leadership Pressure and Growing Into Bigger Roles 37:29 The Future of Door to Door Sales

    41 min
  4. Make It, Manage It, Multiply It

    APR 17

    Make It, Manage It, Multiply It

    Money management for sales reps is not just about saving money. It is about learning how to manage commissions, plan for taxes, and make your money work for you. In this episode, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down money management for door-to-door sales reps, including financial advisors, tax strategy, investing, and why high income without a plan can still leave you behind. A lot of commission-based reps learn how to make money before they ever learn how to manage it. This conversation gets into what happens when income grows fast, why tax bills catch people off guard, how financial advisors and CPAs can help, and why letting money sit still is not always the smartest move. The episode also touches on real estate, ROI thinking, opportunity funds, and the importance of building a clear plan before making major financial decisions. If you are in door-to-door sales and trying to get better with money management, this is a practical conversation about how to think long term, avoid common mistakes, and start building real wealth with intention. Subscribe for more content on sales, discipline, growth, and personal development. Comment with the biggest money lesson learned so far. 00:00 Why Sales Reps Need a Money Plan 01:27 Start Early With Financial Advice 03:38 Building a Real Money Strategy 06:06 Saving vs Investing 09:01 Financial Advisors and Better Decisions 13:47 ROI Thinking and Smarter Spending 17:59 Tax Strategy and CPA Coordination

    23 min
  5. What Fishing Teaches About D2D Sales

    APR 10

    What Fishing Teaches About D2D Sales

    Door to door sales mindset meets real discipline in this conversation with collegiate fisherman Chance Shelby. From confidence in sales to personal branding and consistency, this episode breaks down what reps can learn from time on the water and applying the same principles to time on the doors. If you want to succeed in door to door sales, this episode is packed with lessons on sales discipline, focusing on controllables, getting comfortable being uncomfortable, and building a personal brand that creates more opportunity. Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten sit down with Chance Shelby to talk about choosing passion over the traditional path, competing at the collegiate level, learning through repetition, and why confidence comes from putting in the work. The conversation draws a clear line between fishing tournaments and door to door sales: both demand consistency, patience, discipline, mindset, and trust in the process. This episode also gets into sponsorships, social media, and why personal branding matters when your success depends on people seeing your value. Whether you're a new rep, team leader, or someone trying to level up in sales, there are real takeaways here on growth, grit, and long-term success. Subscribe for more conversations around door to door sales, mindset, discipline, leadership, and personal growth. Drop a comment with the biggest lesson you took from this episode. Share it with a rep who needs this reminder. 00:00 Intro to Chance Shelby 03:04 How College Fishing Works 08:40 Time on the Water Builds Confidence 13:28 Personal Branding and Sponsorships 16:33 Travel, Sacrifice, and Relationships 18:43 Co-Angler to Boater Growth Path 23:02 Focus on Controllables to Win

    27 min
  6. How Sales Leaders Build Long Term Wealth

    APR 3

    How Sales Leaders Build Long Term Wealth

    Door to door sales, sales leadership, and ownership mindset are at the center of this Q1 recap. Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down record-breaking sales growth, what is changing inside the company culture, and why more reps are starting to think like leaders, market owners, and builders instead of employees. This episode digs into sales team growth, door to door sales training, leadership development, and scaling offices, while also shifting into a bigger conversation around real estate investing for beginners, cash flow rentals, and building long-term wealth from active income. It is a strong look at what happens when sales reps stop thinking short term and start building systems, teams, and future income streams. If you are in door to door sales and want to grow faster, lead stronger, and think bigger about wealth, this episode gives a real-world look at the mindset behind it. Subscribe, drop a comment, and share this with another rep chasing growth. 00:00 Q1 Sales Recap and Record-Breaking Growth 03:25 Scaling New Offices the Right Way 05:28 Ownership Mindset vs Scarcity Mentality 08:06 Q2 Growth Plans and New Leadership Roles 10:35 Incentives, Culture, and Sales Motivation 13:01 Real Estate Investing for Sales Reps 18:56 Building Long-Term Wealth Through Cash Flow

    23 min
  7. Sales, Recruiting, and Real Estate

    MAR 21

    Sales, Recruiting, and Real Estate

    Door to door sales, sales leadership, and real estate investing all come together in this episode of Discipline, Desire, Dedication with Parker Vassau, VP of Pointe Pros. This conversation breaks down how reps can grow from knocking doors to leading teams, recruiting high-level talent, building a personal brand, and using sales income to create long-term wealth. Parker shares lessons from more than a decade in the door to door industry, including how the game has changed, why leadership is the next skill after sales, how top recruiters go deep instead of wide, and why abundance, adaptability, and mentorship matter so much in team building. The episode also gets into real estate investing for sales reps, including owner-occupied rentals, buying a fourplex, and using active income to build financial freedom. If you are a door to door rep, sales leader, or someone trying to build a bigger future through sales, this episode is packed with practical perspective. Subscribe for more conversations on door to door sales training, recruiting, leadership, mindset, and wealth creation. Drop a comment with the biggest lesson you took from Parker. 00:00 Intro to Parker Vassau and Point Pros 02:15 Starting in Door to Door Sales 06:00 Why Sales Leadership Has No Ceiling 08:09 The Why Behind Long-Term Success 11:09 Recruiting Deep Instead of Wide 20:12 Personal Brand and Recruiting Strategy 25:00 Real Estate Investing for Sales Reps 27:04 Skills That Separate Top Leaders 34:17 How to Start a Personal Brand 39:44 Final Advice for Sales Reps

    41 min
  8. Successful vs. Unsuccessful

    MAR 13

    Successful vs. Unsuccessful

    In this episode, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten dive into the difference between successful and unsuccessful people. Discover the power of goal-setting, time management, and commitment to change. What separates those who succeed from those who fail? It’s more than just money or fame, it’s about mindset, consistency, and action. Learn why mastering time-blocking, having a vision for success, and implementing non-negotiables are key to achieving your goals. Tune in for tips on how you can change your lifestyle and start moving in the direction of success today. Ready to take control of your goals? Don’t miss out on more episodes to unlock your true potential. Subscribe, like, and comment below with your biggest takeaway! 00:00 – Introduction to Success vs. Unsuccessful 01:02 – What Does Success Mean to You? 03:44 – Defining Success Beyond Money 06:12 – Time Management: Key to Success 08:00 – Setting Non-Negotiables for Achieving Goals 09:36 – Commitment to Change: The Key to Moving Forward 12:47 – The Power of Belief and Mindset Shifts 15:10 – Success is a Journey, Not Just a Destination

    22 min
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A podcast diving into the world of entrepreneurship, motivation, and building real wealth. Join hosts Garrett & Dakota as they interview industry leaders and share powerful insights to help you succeed in business and life.

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  • Creator
    Garrett Cotten and Dakota Lang
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Garrett Cotten and Dakota Lang
  • Show Website
    Discipline, Desire, Dedication

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