The Selling Podcast
Feeling stuck in a sales slump? Pipeline looking thinner than a supermodel on a juice cleanse? Want to grow your business faster than a startup funded by a lottery winner? Then buckle up, buttercup, because "The Selling Podcast" is your new obsession!
Join your seasoned (slightly graying but still very spry) sales pros, Mike and Scott, who collectively boast over 50 years of crushing quotas (and racking up enough airline and hotel points to live perpetually in a suite). They're not just here to drop wisdom; they're here to deliver a potent mix of "deep-ish thoughts and some truly mediocre advice" (their words, not ours... mostly) on everything from closing monster deals to navigating the wild ride of life.
Every week, prepare for unfiltered stories, battle-tested philosophies, hard-earned insights, and enough random tangents to keep you laughing – and learning! They even drag in some special guests (who usually offer the really deep insights, just between us) to elevate the conversation even further.
Whether you're a seasoned sales manager, a hungry rep grinding for commission, or just someone who wants to understand the human element of persuasion, Mike and Scott cut through the fluff with their signature blend of sharp sales strategies and hilarious banter.
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The Selling Podcast
STOP LOSING THE SALE IN 3 SECONDS
Stop losing sales within the first 3 seconds.
This podcast episode focuses on the critical first impression in sales, emphasizing that you can lose a potential sale within the first three seconds of interaction if you don't connect authentically. The core message is that genuine interest in the person you're speaking with is paramount.
The episode highlights that sales interactions should be centered on the prospect, not on your pitch. This requires a shift in focus from "selling" to "understanding." The podcast emphasizes the importance of asking targeted questions that are tailored to the individual and their specific situation. These questions should build upon each other, guiding the conversation towards the decision-maker and uncovering valuable insights about the prospect's needs.
The podcast warns against generic, company-focused questions that can alienate the prospect. Instead, it encourages sales professionals to ask creative, engaging questions that demonstrate genuine interest in the individual. The goal is to create a connection and build rapport, establishing a foundation for a productive conversation.
Here are some starter questions focused on the individual:
- "What's been the most rewarding part of your role lately?"
- "What are some of the biggest challenges you're currently facing in your day-to-day work?"
- "What are you most passionate about in your field?"
- "How do you typically approach [relevant industry challenge]?"
- "What's one thing you'd like to accomplish in the next quarter?"
- "What does a successful day look like for you?"
- "How has your experience been with [relevant industry topic]?"
- "What is one thing you are working on to improve?"
The podcast concludes by emphasizing that by prioritizing genuine connection and asking thoughtful questions, sales professionals can captivate prospects from the very beginning and avoid losing the sale within the first few seconds.
Scott Schlofman
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