The Sales Podcast

Wes Schaeffer
The Sales Podcast Podcast

Unscripted, real, transparent information and interviews from Wes Schaeffer, The Sales Whisperer®, to help you master inbound marketing and generate more inbound sales that close faster, easier, at higher margin, with less stress and more fun.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Build a Digital Network: The Key to Sales Success, With Scott Leese

    Today, you're going to learn the key to sales success in this current hectic sales climate from a unicorn wrangler. How to create sales success has changed since 2020. Scott Leese has been a part of 12 unicorns, so he knows a thing or three about growing sales rapidly. We touch on: The importance of being creative and trying new approaches in sales. The need for an omnichannel approach in prospecting. The role of fear and resistance to change in sales leaders. The value of building a digital network for sales success People are often resistant to trying new sales techniques because they fear failure. The devil we know is often more comfortable than trying something new. Many sales professionals are willing to make cold calls repeatedly, even though they often result in rejection, but they are quick to give up on new techniques after just one attempt. Startups and sales leaders often fail because they are unwilling to move away from what is familiar, even if it is not yielding the desired results. Scott Leese emphasizes the importance of taking risks and not being afraid of failure. "The way to stand out in the AI world is to be as human as freaking possible." "Encourage creativity and coach it out of people." 00:00 Surfing and Sales 02:07 Unicorns and Exits 09:29 Creativity in Sales 14:13 Sales Leadership Challenges 21:12 Resistance to Trying New Sales Techniques 23:05 The Comfort of the Familiar 25:01 The Persistence of Cold Calling 27:55 The Fear of Moving Away from the Familiar 30:31 Surf and Sales: Combining Learning with a Vacation 37:12 Taking Risks and Embracing Failure Market like you mean it. Now go sell something. Get the show notes: https://blog.wesschaeffer.com/blog/scott-leese Grow your sales: https://info.wesschaeffer.com/inner-circle-silver

    46 min
  2. AUG 25

    Andrew Spira: From Millionaire to Ankle Monitor and Back

    https://info.wesschaeffer.com/inner-circle-silver 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:16 Facing Challenges and Starting Over 05:01 The Difficulties of Starting Over at a Young Age 06:35 Rebuilding Trust and Confidence 08:53 Transitioning to a New Business 12:42 Mastering Life Skills and Providing Mentorship 13:49 Overcoming Skepticism and Building Relationships 15:07 Building a Sustainable Business for Future Generations 19:13 Gaining Confidence and Trust from Investors 20:09 Generating Leads and Attracting High-Net-Worth Clients 22:41 Reasons for Seeking Lending 23:24 Fast Cash for Stock Opportunities 27:54 Early Repayment and Loan Terms 31:16 Avoiding Stagnation in Retirement 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 Instagram -- http://instagram.com/saleswhisperer LinkedIn -- http://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/ 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   BUSINESS GROWTH TOOLS https://12WeeksToPeak.com https://CopyByWes.com https://CRMQuiz.com https://MakeEverySale.com https://www.TheSalesWhisperer.com/

    43 min
  3. AUG 22

    Dancer. Doer. Zookeeper. Meet Laura Casselman of JVZoo.

    00:00 Introduction and Persistence 02:00 JVZoo as an Affiliate Platform 05:16 The Role of Affiliates in Laura's Business 08:15 Laura's Growth Mindset and Evolution in JVZoo 11:14 Opportunities in Online Marketing 13:25 Listening to User Feedback and Utilizing AI 16:03 The Importance of Good Copy for Affiliates 18:31 Avoiding the Race to the Bottom 21:29 Transition in Ownership and Future of JVZoo 32:39 Lessons in Teamwork and Leadership: From Professional Dancer to CEO 38:35 The Power of Consistency and a Positive Mindset in Achieving Success 41:04 The Importance of Physical Activity and Taking Care of Your Body 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

    48 min
  4. AUG 19

    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

    1h 15m
  5. AUG 13

    How To Have Tough Conversations, With Gene Hammett

    https://blog.thesaleswhisperer.com/p/gene-hammett-conversations 00:00 Bouncing Back from Financial Loss and Personal Transformation 06:26 The Importance of Tough Conversations in Leadership 09:20 Effective Leadership Development and Training 14:48 Leading Up and Creating a Culture of Open Communication 18:49 The Value of Private Coaching and Personalized Attention 20:43 Using Tools and Frameworks for Meaningful Change 26:25 The Importance of Having Tough Conversations in Business 31:11 The Power of the Missing Conversation 38:30 The Dangers of Avoiding Tough Conversations 43:37 Empowering Employees to Make Decisions 45:58 The Pitfall of Wanting to Be Liked Instead of Being a Leader 50:07 The Role of Jiu-Jitsu in Personal Growth 53:24 Gene Hammett's Approach to Helping Individuals with Tough Conversations   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

    53 min
4.8
out of 5
131 Ratings

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Unscripted, real, transparent information and interviews from Wes Schaeffer, The Sales Whisperer®, to help you master inbound marketing and generate more inbound sales that close faster, easier, at higher margin, with less stress and more fun.

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