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Fresh Texts is switching things up this Advent. For this Advent, John and Mike Conner will be working through a series together. This week John and Mike dive into John 1:1-18. Hosted by:  John Drury Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective)  Edited by: Nathan York and Haley Fouts Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@hannahrae.of.sunshine) Facilities Provided by: Indiana Wesleyan University The Called Collective seeks to equip the next generation of ministry leaders. We accomplish this by resourcing teens and pastors for the work of ministry. The Called Collective Social Network is designed for High School teens called to ministry in order for them to learn ministry skills, share in community with students across the world, and develop their call. Please check out the Called Collective. Website: thecalledcollective.org C2 Social Network: members.thecalledcollective.org Podcasts: Fresh Text - A weekly podcast where two pastor-scholars come up with sermon ideas . Every Monday, 1 hr typically. Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: https://linktr.ee/freshtextpodcast Modern Parables - A weekly podcast where four pastors create sermon illustrations from cultural topics. Every Tuesday, 30-1hr typically. Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: https://linktr.ee/modernparables Good Days with Eddy Shigley and Charlie Alcock - A weekly podcast where they will share a Ministry Principle and how it has played out in their years of ministry. Every Wednesday, 20-25 minutes typically. Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: https://linktr.ee/GoodDayswithEddyandCharlie The Defining Yes. A Women in Ministry Podcast - A weekly podcast where women called into ministry share their stories. Every Thursday, 30 minutes typically. Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: https://linktr.ee/thedefiningyes Coffee and Calling - A weekly podcast where a pastor, missionary, professor, or student shares their calling story. Every Friday, 30-35 minutes typically. Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcalling The Called Collective is a ministry sponsored by The School of Theology & Ministry (STM) at Indiana Wesleyan University. The School of Theology & Ministry has been equipping pastors, missionaries, and ministry leaders at the undergraduate level for over 100 years. We are relentless in our mission to advance the Kingdom by equipping women and men for a lifetime of transformation service.

Mike Conner of Action COACH & Steve Loudermilk of Loudy Properties & Loudy Ventures LLC Action COACH Business Coaching With years of successful experience that can provide valuable insight, your Action business Coach will help you develop long-term and short-term goals and strategies, as well as improve your business in areas that you might have […] The post Mike Conner of Action COACH and Steve Loudermilk of Loudy Properties & Loudy Ventures LLC appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Mike Conner of Action COACH & Steve Loudermilk of Loudy Properties & Loudy Ventures LLC Action COACH Business Coaching With years of successful experience that can provide valuable insight, your Action business Coach will help you develop long-term and short-term goals and strategies, as well as improve your business in areas that you might have […]

Mike Conner, real estate agent with @properties Christie's International Realty, joins John Williams to talk about a newsletter he sent to 20,000 people that urges them to not give up on the city of Chicago. Here is the text of the letter Chicago, now's not the time for quitters. It saddens me to hear of […]

Mike Conner, real estate agent with @properties Christie's International Realty, joins John Williams to talk about a newsletter he sent to 20,000 people that urges them to not give up on the city of Chicago. Here is the text of the letter Chicago, now's not the time for quitters. It saddens me to hear of […]

Mike Conner, real estate agent with @properties Christie's International Realty, joins John Williams to talk about a newsletter he sent to 20,000 people that urges them to not give up on the city of Chicago. Here is the text of the letter Chicago, now's not the time for quitters. It saddens me to hear of […]

Host Amy Guth talks with Crain's Dennis Rodkin about news from the local housing market and with local real estate agent Mike Conner, who has a message for Chicago residents: Please don't leave. Plus: Invest South/West projects ring up sky-high construction costs, Medline names new CEO, unemployment nearing record low around metro Chicago and expect to pay less for beef, more for booze this Independence Day.

Become a Patron! Help to support the show at: https://www.patreon.com/TheCommute Climbing aboard the tour bus this week is Mike Conner, songwriter and guitar player for the band, Any Given Sin. Mike talks about the origin of the band, the path they found toward success, and their current tour with Saliva. He also talks a LOT about the state of the industry in 2023. A fantastic (and honest) discussion from a true insider.

Multiple elements converge to strengthen every bond. Four distinct personalities sharpen Any Given Sin's edge. The Maryland quartet—Victor Ritchie [vocals], Mike Conner [guitar], Rich Stevenson [bass], and Mike Showalter [drums]—infuse metal, hard rock, and alternative into a dark, dynamic, and deep signature style of their own. Amassing nearly 10 million streams and 2 million YouTube views independently and landing multiple number ones on SiriusXM Octane, the group channel this connection on a series of 2021 singles. “We have various different influences, but we all meet in the middle,” says Conner. “Mike Showalter and I have much heavier backgrounds. Rich comes from an industrial background, and Vic is alternative, blues, and grunge. The band is our meeting at a musical crossroads.” Any Given Sin is on tour now with Shaman's Harvest Any Given Sin - Tour Dates And will also be at BLUE RIDGE ROCK FEST 2022 tickets avail here! All the links!!!! The Dark Side of Music Merch Store The Dark Side Of Music | Facebook The Dark Of Music • Instagram photos and videos Black Rose Media (theblackrosemedia.com) https://www.theblackrosemedia.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedarksideofmusic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thedarksideofmusic/support

We just wanted to share briefly about this weeks podcast. You'll quickly notice that it's a bit different from the weekly sermons we've been posting.As a community, we're moving into what we're calling a summer of rest. Taking time to look back at where we've been these last two years, taking inventory of where we are, truly, right now, and beginning to dream about where God is calling us going forward. In order to do that, it's critical for us to create rhythms of slowing down, reflecting and contemplating, and truly finding the deeper meaning of sustained, lasting rest for our souls.One of the ways we're doing that is by occasionally structuring our worship services to create space for breath, slowly engaging with the sacred texts and meditating on the presence of God with us, here and now.This past Sunday we did just that. We wanted to provide a glimpse into what that sounds like. We hope you'll be able to go back to these practices from last week and use them in your own personal time of abiding in the presence of God. And, if you weren't able to join us, we hope all the same that you'll have a small window into the way we're creating these rhythms as a community, even in our Sunday worship together. That being said, we hope you enjoy what we've put together for this episode. God bless all of you, and may God's kindness and love find you exactly where you are.Lectio Divina reading, Deuteronomy 34:1-4 (NIV) led by Danny BrunjesConfessional prayer written and led by Mike Conner, assurance from 1 Corinthians 15:51-54 (NIV)Centering prayer written and led by Sarah Claire SmithOur theme song is “Surrounding You”, written and recorded by our music collective, Paradise HymnsAll editing and production by Danny Brunjes

Mike Conner is the Senior Pastor at First United Methodist Church of Pocatello, in Pocatello, Idaho. In this conversation, we talk about different Theological Worlds,” how Mike sits in the same text for multiple weeks at a time, how important funeral sermons are to him, and the best critique of all time “My God is not a pigeon.”

The Business of Cannabis with David & Matt with Mike Conner - EZ Green Compliance &  Neal Classen check out this great episode

The Business of Cannabis with David & Matt with Mike Conner - EZ Green Compliance &  Neal Classen check out this great episode

Mike Conner has been in the fishing world as long as I can remember. His passion for the sport and the environment in which we play is unmatchable . Mike talks about his roots in fly fishing and the stories to go along with it. A writer and editor for SaltWater Sportsman Florida Sportsman and many other have kept him as a influential figure in the outdoor world for generations . Hope you enjoy Mike Conner on the Reel Guy Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ministered at One City Church in Beaumont, TX on March 14, 2021 by special guest speaker Mike Conner. 

They discuss the medical complications of COVID-19 as they relate to firefighters as well as the stress of COVID 19 on the healthcare system with Dr. Tim Harris. They are also joined by members of the Fort Worth (TX) Fire Department, who share details about their unique program launched to assess its members who have contracted COVID-19 and assist them in returning to work. Guests include Asst Chief Homer Robertson, Fort Worth (TX) Fire Department; Russell Burnham APA-C, Frontline Mobile Health; Mike Conner, Frontline Mobile Health; Dr. Tim Harris, Chief Medical Officer at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Denton.   

Mike Conner is back.... In this episode, Mike talks with Mike about ways to apply basic sales skills when job hunting, along with a number of other things.  Don't miss the last 10 min where we discuss some foundational things many sales pros miss. Questions Answered: How can you apply sales skills to a job hunt What basic things can early Sales Pros do better? Key Takeaways: Be sure to take time to have an evaluation process. Ask if you really enjoy what you are doing. Ask, is this new thing that I am looking to do the right fit for me? If you do good things over a long period of time, things tend to work out. Use the following criteria when thinking about a new position: Who is hiring? Who is thriving? How have they navigated their way through our current working environment? Are they living their mission? Try to make meaningful connections. Basic things that any early Sales Professional can work on doing better: Pick the company you are going to invest your time in wisely. Ask questions and take the information in. Listen to the answers. Don’t wait to build your network and build a diverse network Do the basics - ask questions, put together project plans, account plans, territory plans and call plans. Do the work. Don’t wait to continue learning new things. Leverage the people that are inside your organization. Show Links:  Mike Conner on Twitter Mike Conner on LinkedIn Work With Catalyst Sale: Listen to our free resource (this podcast) and then put the action items into practice. Share your work with us via Twitter or hello@catalystsale.com Invest in a Catalyst Sale course - self directed. Find our courses here  Hire us as a consultant/advisor within your team or organization  Thank You  Please send listener questions and feedback to hello@catalystsale.com or contact us directly on twitter, facebook or LinkedIn. This podcast is brought to you by Catalyst Sale - you can learn more about Catalyst Sale, and the products and services we provide via the following links. Growth Acceleration - Plateau Breakthrough Product Market Fit

Sometimes God gives us a big vision, even if we really don't want it. In this episode of The Journey of my Mother's Son podcast, I sit down and talk with Pastor Mike Conner, who along with his wife, Vilma is a co-founder of the Dream Center of Southeast Texas.  The Dream Center is a faith-based recovery facility located in an old juvenile prison Beaumont, Texas.  Mike was involved with the Dream Center of LA and came to Southeastern Texas with a simple plan to start a small ministry with his wife as he prepared for his retirement years.  Little did he know that God had bigger plans for he and Vilma, much bigger. Those plans included entering into a lease with the county for the old juvenile prison that had been sitting dormant for several years.  The facility has over 10 acres, 13 buildings, and an incredible vision of making an amazing positive impact on the Beaumont community.  Several of the buildings still need a lot of work and investment before they can be used, but Mike's faith and trust in God to provide is stronger than ever.

Capt. Mike Conner is the latest person to serve as the Indian Riverkeeper! Mike joins us in the studio to chat about his goals in his new position.

Wednesday brings a special guest, Mike Conner, coFounder of Catalyst Sale. Mike’s been passionate about organizational behavior, employee development, and creating learning organizations for the past 20 years. As a cofounder at Catalyst Sale, he works with technology companies focused on building scalable sales organizations. His professional services include startup advisory, organizational design, sales training, employee recruitment and technology implementations. He can quickly assess business pain points and opportunities and build sales cultures that scale. He’s with us on TLDCast because also experience building sales programs as part of his consulting experience delivering professional services. We talk a lot about the connections between sales processes and instructional design processes as well as influencing leadership on the projects we want to implement in L&D. How Catalyst Sale got started Mike’s Experience as a training consultant What Sales training looked like “back in the day” Importance of Selling Up – Influencing Leadership/stakeholders Technical difficulties – skip to 37mins for clear audio Technologies that help integrate training into the workflow How does understanding the sales process help training professionals Discovery in sales related to Analysis in ADDIE

To Discount or Not to Discount - What's the Risk? Discounting is a four-letter word. If you reduce your price, are you going to decrease the value of what you deliver, or decrease the impact that you will have on the customer? Think of some of the organizations you purchase goods or services from, but will never pay full price. Think of any conversation you have had with a customer where price has become the focal point. Mike Conner is back this week, and we briefly discuss what he has been up to, and dive into the details around the risks of discounting. We hope you enjoy the discussion, and look forward to your feedback on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Questions Addressed What are some of the things that have popped up on LinkedIn that are interesting? How should you approach discounts? What’s the difference between selling value and taking a discounting approach? What advice do you have for a rep who knows their customer is looking for the discount, but your sales manager is saying you should not? What about competitive situations?  How does discounting apply? How do you help a client move away from a discounting expectation to something that is more in line with how your other customers purchase your product? What are some other approaches you can take, and different trades you can bring to the discussion? Key Takeaways Lesson learned - early career/mid-career rep - realizes, they may be doing their client a disservice. When the focus changes to discounts, value gets lost in the equation The focus should be on delivering value to people, not creating new buddies.  People will not make decisions just because they like you. As a buyer - we will ask for discounts until we feel like we have gotten to the floor. Discounting is a really weak crutch The value you deliver should go far beyond pricing. Look at your ability to validate that the product will work, will solve the customer's problem, will do what you said it would do as part of the value you deliver. Have value attached to everything - make sure the client understands what is involved. As an example, when working with a product that includes setup fees.  It is necessary to take a look at what’s included, identify the things that are unnecessary, challenge the need, and get fair value for the services delivered.  Don’t let these things be arbitrary. Our approach - we will give you the most value in the first proposal we will deliver. Sales, unfortunately, drives a lot of the negative behavior.  We get trapped in a race to the bottom, the discounting approach. In our experience, the initial discount is a gateway to the discussion for further discounts. Know your competition, understand their value proposition, the value they deliver, and that you deliver.  Don’t get caught in the trap of chasing them down the discount rabbit hole. Once you have established the behavior it is difficult to reset expectations. Have confidence in your pricing & don’t take the bait. We know it is hard, especially at the end of the quarter, end of the year. Sales managers - should not reinforce bad behavior. Call to Action What's your approach to discounting? We are actively increasing our engagement on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook, and look forward to hearing from you.  Please share your questions, comments, and recommendations with us via twitter at @catalystsale or @simmons_m Show Links Catalyst Sale Twitter Mike Simmons Twitter LinkedIn Action Requested Help us and others by rating and reviewing the podcast.  At the end of this episode - we ask the audience a question, and look forward to your response. We would love to hear from your at hello@catalystsale.com or @catalystsale on twitter - what are some of the topics you would like to hear us address on a future podcast? Thank you Thank you for rating and reviewing the podcast via iTunes, Google Play, or your favorite podcast platform.  Ratings & reviews help others discover the podcast - thank you for helping us get our message out to the community. Please send listener questions and feedback to hello@catalystsale.com or contact us directly on twitter, facebook or LinkedIn. Catalyst Sale Service Offerings Growth Acceleration - Plateau Breakthrough Product Market Fit ---------------------- Subscribe to the Catalyst Sale Podcast Subscribe via iTunes Subscribe via Google Play Catalyst Sale In every business, in every opportunity, there is someone who can help you navigate the internal challenges and close the deal.  There is a Catalyst.  We integrate process (Catalyst Sale Process), technology and people, with the purpose of accelerating revenue. Our thoughtful approach minimizes false starts that are common in emerging markets and high-growth environments. We continue to evolve our practice based on customer needs and emerging technology. We care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do.   Sales is a Thinking Process.

What impact does an Agile development process have on Sales? We've discussed sales as an Agile process during previous episodes.  This week on the Catalyst Sale podcast we discuss the impact of Agile Development Cycles on Sales. What happens when you develop product functionality in the context of sprints vs a waterfall approach? This week Mike Conner is back.  He and Mike Simmons discuss the things we should be mindful of when selling a solution in an environment of constant iteration.   Questions Addressed How does Agile impact sales? What are the risks of a perpetual pivot? What is Agile? How does Agile change the perspective that the sales professional should take? What are the dependencies from a Product perspective vs Sales perspective vs Marketing perspective vs... Key Takeaways Don't use your live instance as your sandbox. Maybe your first customers will not be your best long term customers, but you should always remember who you are serving. Minimize surprises within your customer base - set expectations. Your internal relationships are critical in an agile organization - these relationships help you with internal and external communication. Build internal and external relationships - these relationships will help you execute on customer requirements. The tighter control you create on the relationships with your customers, the more risk you take on. Capture information in your CRM, Google Docs, Internal Feedback Documents - hold up your end of the value chain. Contact Mike & Mike hello@catalystsale.com Catalyst Sale Twitter LinkedIn Ask Questions - we are happy to talk 1:1 - or answer a question on the podcast. Thank you Thank you for rating and reviewing the podcast via iTunes, Google Play, or your favorite podcast platform.  Ratings & reviews help others discover the podcast - thank you for helping us get our message out to the community. Please send listener questions and feedback to hello@catalystsale.com or contact us directly on twitter, facebook or LinkedIn. Catalyst Sale Service Offerings Growth Acceleration - Plateau Breakthrough Product Market Fit ---------------------- Subscribe to the Catalyst Sale Podcast Subscribe via iTunes Subscribe via Google Play Catalyst Sale In every business, in every opportunity, there is someone who can help you navigate the internal challenges and close the deal.  There is a Catalyst.  We integrate process (Catalyst Sale Process), technology and people, with the purpose of accelerating revenue. Our thoughtful approach minimizes false starts that are common in emerging markets and high-growth environments. We continue to evolve our practice based on customer needs and emerging technology. We care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do.   Sales is a Thinking Process.

Our guests this week are Mike and Mike from The Catalyst Sale Podcast. "Sales is not rocket science." That's the message from hosts Mike Conner and Mike Simmons. Developing the fundamentals and thinking about your process are key to your sales success. 3:30 - The one thing that's changed in sales over the past 30 years. 11:30 - Sales is a thinking process. 17:45 - Don't make your process about you, focus on what the customer is looking for. 27:45 - Mike and Mike's "Why"

Not long ago I had the opportunity to interview Dan Tyre. Dan is the Sales Director of Hubspot. Dan was a guest on the Catalyst Sale Podcast, which I host with Mike Simmons and Mike Conner. Mike Simmons and I did an interview with Dan about sales and during the conversation before we recorded, and sometimes during the interview, I noticed how Dan would insert silence into the conversation. Mike Simmons and I did an interview with Dan about sales and during the conversation before we recorded, and sometimes during the interview, I noticed how Dan would insert silence into the conversation. Usually, after he asked a question is when he would be silent. I had to find out more, so this episode of the Jody Maberry Show is all about silence. Dan Tyre explains why he goes silent.  How comfortable are you with silence?  Here are the reasons Dan Tyre uses silence in a conversation; Silence shows you are interested in the response of the person you are talking to. Silence is part of active listening. Silence prevents you from rambling about stuff the other person doesn't care about. Dan suggests you should be talking only 30% of the time when you are talking to a prospect.

Listener Question - What are some best practices when working with a recruiter? Mike Conner is back this week, he and I tackle a listener question from Max in California.  Max is interested in our perspective on working with recruiters.  Specifically best practices, best approach & some ideas around what has worked for us in the past.   Recruiters - they can be the key to a successful job hunt, or the perceived that prevents success.  Mike Simmons and Mike Conner discuss best practices when working with recruiters, and how to identify a great recruiter, on this weeks episode.  We also discuss some horror stories we have experienced as part of a hiring project we are currently working on.   It is amazing how early career sales professionals (and even those later in our careers) can miss the easy things.  We share some general thoughts on the importance of finding a good fit when working with a recruiter, why building a relationship is critical, and how you should treat this like you would any other complex sale you have managed. A good recruiter can be worth their weight in gold.  If the foundation is not based on trust and clear expectations, how can you expect them to execute? Please let us know if you would like us to have a recruiting expert join us on a future episode of the Podcast. Thank you for rating and reviewing the podcast via iTunes, Google Play, or your favorite podcast platform.  Ratings & reviews help others discover the podcast - thank you for helping us get the message out to the community. Also, thank you for listening to this week's podcast. Please send listener questions and feedback to hello@catalystsale.com or contact us directly on twitter, facebook or LinkedIn. Catalyst Sale Service Offerings Growth Acceleration - Plateau Breakthrough Product Market Fit ---------------------- Subscribe to the Catalyst Sale Podcast Subscribe via iTunes Subscribe via Google Play Catalyst Sale In every business, in every opportunity, there is someone who can help you navigate the internal challenges and close the deal.  There is a Catalyst.  We integrate process (Catalyst Sale Process), technology and people, with the purpose of accelerating revenue. Our thoughtful approach minimizes false starts that are common in emerging markets and high growth environments. We continue to evolve our practice based on customer needs and emerging technology. We care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do.   Sales is a Thinking Process.

The Catalyst Sale Account Plan - Strategic Account Plan Template At Catalyst Sale we look at the account plan as the roadmap of where we have been, and where we expect to go with an account.  The document is critical to effective strategic sales, and account management.  This plan fits into our qualification stage of our sales process, and will be utilized through proposal, confirmation, and beyond.  Account planning includes baseline information such as goals, objectives, the roles of the players in the relationship.  It also should include a list of open questions, or gaps in knowledge.  The things we need to know, but have not yet determined or uncovered.   An effective account plan should read like a story, one that can be used to allow senior leadership, or other players on the team to read up on an account quickly.  We address the why, the who, the what, and via the 30/60/90/180 & past 90, and the when.   In this weeks' episode of the Catalyst Sale Podcast, we share our personal experience related to strategic account planning, why it is worth the investment of time, and how we apply this approach with our client base.  Catalyst Sale - Account Plan Template Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Letting a Customer Go.  When is it time to move on? Bob Dylan famously sung "The times they are a-changin'".  Whether in business or in life, the relationships you are engaged with are in a constant state of change.  New information is gathered, perspectives change, objectives change. Many times this change is good for both parties.  However there are times when change requires additional action.  That additional action may include letting a customer go.  The strategic fit may no longer be there, or you may no longer be able to help.   In this weeks' episode of the Catalyst Sale Podcast we share our personal experience related to making the tough choice to let a customer go.  And why, it may be good for both of your businesses. We discuss the right way, and the wrong way to let a customer go.  We also discuss the importance of not doing this alone. Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Sales Enablement - The Swiss Army Knife of your Sales Organization - Catalyst Sale Podcast Sales Enablement takes on a different meaning depending on who is involved in the conversation, and who is driving the mission.  Today, there are a number of sales enablement technologies that have entered the marketplace.   Sales enablement goes well beyond tools and technology.  It includes process, it includes communication, it includes integration.  It can be the bridge that connects marketing, operations, engineering, technology, finance, and operations.  In our experience, the ability for someone, or a group, that plays the role of connector across lines of business will help you minimize false starts.   In this weeks' episode of the Catalyst Sale Podcast we share how we define sales enablement at Catalyst Sale, why you may want to consider this type of role in your organization, and how to execute.  Mike and Mike also share their experience with building a sales enablement team from the ground up. Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Working With and Identifying Channel Partners - Catalyst Sale Podcast Partners can accelerate growth in your startup.  They can also cannibalize your business if you choose the wrong one. When you evaluate your partner strategy, it is critical that you identify your primary objectives.   Are you focused on growth in new markets?  Do you have enough margin in your business to properly compensate a partner?  How much time will you save with this approach?  How much will it cost you?  Are you better off building the capability internally?   Once these questions are answered, and you have identified your target partners, the tough questions follow.  Are they the right cultural fit?  How do our business objectives align?  How will their customers respond to the product?  How will their sales team sell the product?  Why will their sales team sell the product? Mike and Mike share their thoughts on partner management, qualification, and execution.  They discuss best practices, common mistakes, and share their personal experience. Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website      

The Call Plan - Catalyst Sale Podcast How many times have your wrapped up a conversation with a client or prospect, and thought 'crap, I missed that'? Call planning is a foundational skill.  Ben Franklin said, "If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!"  Planning is a crucial skill in both sales and life.  Yet, many rush this step or skip over the basics because they just want to talk to the customer.  We challenge you to take a breath, relax, and identify your goals and objectives before jumping on that next call. Mike and Mike share their thoughts on call planning, concepts that tend to be missed, and also share a basic call plan that will help you keep your meetings on track.   You can download the Call Plan discussed in this podcast via the following here. Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website  

One of the wonderful opportunities I have is to host podcasts for other people. Shows like Creating Disney Magic with Lee Cockerell, Catalyst Sale with Mike Simmons and Mike Conner, Great Escape Radio with Lori Allen. There are more shows, I just listed a couple as an illustration. Because of the work I do, I am often asked a question like this “Why should I have a co-host on my podcast”. Or, “What value does it add to my show to have a co-host”. People like Jeff Goins and Ken Davis, who would certainly do a great show on their own, use a co-host format. A few popular podcasts used to be solo based shows and now use a cohost. Michael Hyatt did 100 episodes, I believe of his show This is Your Life before he changed formats and added a co-host. The Ray Edwards Show is one of my favorite business podcasts. Ray used to do the show solo and added his son, Sean Edwards, as a co-host. Here are the five reasons you should consider having a c0-host for your podcast; You will build an on-air rapport with the co-host you just won't have on a monolog based show. When you have a co-host, the show move from a presentation to a conversation. Having another person on the show encourages you to go deeper with your content. You do not have to carry the workload by yourself. A Co-host will sharpen your In-Front-of-People persona.

The Vend Zone - Catalyst Sale Podcast We have all experienced it at one time or another.  You are looking for more out of a relationship than the other party has in their mind.  The dreaded friend zone.  Sales is a skill/capability that requires the ability to build relationships over time.  Relationships can evolve, they can also get stuck.  As a sales professional you try to avoid being caught in an order-taking role, but sometimes you are unable to break through the type-cast.   Sales training events or seminars discuss taking a consultative approach to working with your customer.  They discuss how to avoid an order-taking and being pulled into a transactional role.  Sometimes this is truly a function of the product, the relationship, or the need of the customer.  We discuss how to identify when this is the case.   Mike & Mike also share their experience getting stuck in the "Vend Zone", how you can avoid this trap, and prevent the relationships with your customers from devolving into this category. Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Agile Sales - Catalyst Sale Podcast Is sales agile?  Mike and Mike tackle this question of sales in the context of agile methodologies.  We also discuss how this development approach applies within the Catalyst Sale Process.  Successful sales professionals are agile by design.  Whether thinking about how we work with customers or how we work with our team, critical thinking and iteration are core requirements of the job.   Mike & Mike also share some experience with cross-functional team communication, process application, setting expectations, and the importance of listening to your customer.  Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Sales Script? Is your Script getting in the way of Sales - Catalyst Sale Podcast Are you forcing a sales script on your team?  Has your organization given you a script?  Scripts might create efficiency, but they also create bad behaviors and laziness in the sales process.   Sales is a thinking process, Mike and Mike share their experience with scripts, the perfect message, compelling value proposition, etc.  Many times these are created based on the 'ideal' scenario.   Scripting is different than having a call plan.  We also discuss how we coach our team to prepare for calls, the importance of calling a time out, and why "I don't know" is an OK thing to say. Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Traction is No Substitute for Revenue - Catalyst Sale Podcast Are you generating revenue or traction?  Traction may be a great first step when you are working your way out of rut, or a roadside ditch.  When it comes to your job as a Sales Professional, traction is no substitute for revenue.  It is critical that we are constantly evaluating our success against real metrics, and traction is not one of them.   What are you moving forward?  What's actionable? Are your activity based metrics reinforcing the wrong behavior? Mike & Mike discuss key ideas and concepts around identifying the right metrics to measure success, and determining that you & your sales team are on the right path. Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Catalyst Sale Podcast - Finding Your Next Sales Job How does your sales process and approach apply to looking for your next career opportunity?  Is sales the right place for you?  Is an account executive or an account manager role a better fit, what about indirect sales?  How do you determine fit? Mike & Mike talk about identifying your next career move, and how to prepare to take advantage of an opportunity when it presents itself.  We talk about assessing gaps, clarifying goals, and designing a plan for success. We also talk about looking internally for new opportunities.  Why a startup may be a good fit for you, and why to avoid that environment. Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Catalyst Sale Podcast - How to Get Over a Bad Year Sometimes, many times in higher risk sales, the year does not end as your originally envisioned.  High risk from a sales perspective, can mean emerging technologies, early adopter targets, or simply breaking ground in a new territory.  A bad year can be the result of poor planning, poor execution, or simply having the time run out on you.  When you have a bad year it is important to compartmentalize and move on.  Evaluate what you learned, apply the lessons, get back to the foundational skills and process that have led to past success. Mike & Mike discuss key ideas and concepts around moving forward after a bad year, and not letting a bad year beat you twice. Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Negotiation Many books have been written about the topic of negotiation.  In this week's episode of the Catalyst Sale podcast, Mike & Mike tackle a listener question.  They share their perspective on trades, common negotiation errors, the importance of assessing value, and slowing down the process.   Catalyst Sale Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Are trade shows are part of your business plan? If you are going to spend time and money on a trade show, you want to make sure you are getting the most from your investment.  In this episode of the Catalyst Sale podcast, Mike Conner and Mike Simmons offer insight and discussion about how to approach trade shows. Whether you attend a trade show as an attendee or have a team operating a booth, you want to be deliberate about how you use your time.  Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

If sales is a thinking process, where does artificial intelligence fit in the sale process?  Artificial intelligence can be used as a replacement for thinking. Or, artificial intelligence can be a tool to help a thinking sales professional enhance the sales process. Mike & Mike discuss how they have seen artificial intelligence impact sales, in ways that take away from the sales process and ways it enhances how a sales professional works with a customer.  Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Understanding the why will get you to the what.  The questions you ask shape the success or failure of the opportunities you are pursuing.  It is easy to present the information we know about the product or service you are selling.  When you do this you fall into the feature functionality trap. Mike & Mike get into their approach to asking questions, the intention behind those questions and how this approach can help you learn more about your customer, and deliver more value.  The trust you build with your customers accelerates when you start with them, and focus on learning about their business vs pitching yours. Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Whether in baseball, football, life, or sales, slumps happen. Mike & Mike discuss slumps, how we get into them, and how to get out of them.   We all go through cycles, don’t let yourself get too high, or too low.  Many times it is a mental game, you have to trust your process, and regain focus. Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Mike Conner is back this week.  Mike & Mike discuss proposals, common errors, and how to prepare your proposals for success.  At Catalyst Sale, when we get to the proposal stage of our sales process, we forecast at 90%.  We discuss why, and share our experience.   Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

The Catalyst Sale podcast has its first guest.  Lee Cockerell is a former Executive Vice President of Operations.  He is the author of Time Management Magic, and has recently launched his 4th book, Career Magic. Mike & Lee discuss time management, building trust, prioritization, and doing the right things now to prepare for the future.  How do you distinguish between important, urgent, and the things that are vital? Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

On this episode, Clint Couron, Mike Conner, and Greg Shoenwald talk about life, marriage (or lack thereof) and other stuff. There is also a discussion about the recreational marijuana bill in California. There is so much stuff we talk about I can't remember it all.

Episode 10 - Hiring a Sales Professional Mike and Mike share their thoughts on how they hire, what qualities and characteristics we look for, and how we partner with Arizona State University.  We share best practices lessons learned and common mistakes.  Whether you are thinking about hiring or going through the interview process yourself, you will find this episode valuable. Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Mike Conner and Clint Couron talk to special guest Alan Atamian. Clint brings over tri-tip while Alan's wife, Debbie, prepares sides for it. We have lots of fun talking and eating. Join us for the fun.

Dreamforce is an annual event, this year ~170K developers, operators, consultants, and sales professionals met in San Francisco.   Mike and Mike share their thoughts on the event, lessons learned, best practices, and emerging trends they are most excited about. Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Episode 8 - False Starts & Stalls Everyone can think of a scenario where you thought the conversation was going one way, only to find that momentum stops.   Mike & Mike discuss their experience with false starts, how to avoid them, and why they occur. Whether it was with a customer, with your child, with you spouse.  This is a common occurrence in sales.  We think we have an opportunity, we think we are moving forward with a deal, we think we are ready to go to market, then something changes.  You don’t get a call, someone misses a meeting, a contact becomes non-responsive. How do you get customers to re-engage?   Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below; Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Episode 7 - Fit/Feasibility How do you know if you can deliver on the customer’s requirements?  Have you ever said, ‘yes, we can do that’, only to find out you can’t?  What about managing opportunity costs? Mike & Mike discuss the 3rd and 4th steps to the Catalyst Sale Process.  Can you address the problem that the customer is attempting to solve?  Is the customer the right client for your product, your service, your capabilities?  Can the customer implement the solution?  These are questions you should be able to answer before moving to proposal. Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Episode 6 - Ground Zero.   Is your product, your service, your capability, ready for delivery within the market?  Or, have you not reached your zero state.  Mike & Mike discuss the ground zero concept, and what happens if you are ‘less than’ zero. Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Episode 1 - Catalyst Sale: Sales is a thinking process, we are a learning organization.  We are committed to learning and the evolution of Sales.   In this episode, you will hear the Catalyst Sale story, our background, and what to expect from future episodes.   You will be introduced to Mike Conner & Mike Simmons – Catalyst Sale Founders, and industry professionals.  We expect engagement and look forward to it. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning.

The confirmation step is critical, and often missed step in the Catalyst Sale process. Many Sales Reps stop when the deal is closed.  Mike & Mike discuss lessons learned, and how the confirmation step is really just the beginning. Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Episode 4 - Validation - How do you know if there is a deal to be had?  This is the first step in the Catalyst Sale process.  Mike & Mike discuss how to validate if you have a real opportunity, if you are working with the right organization, contact, etc.   Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Episode 5 - Qualification- How many times have you worked with a prospect, only to find that you missed critical pieces of information that could have accelerated the sales process or ensured success.  Mike & Mike discuss the importance of qualification, share some lessons learned and the risk of moving too fast when it comes to qualification.   Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

Mike & Mike discuss the role of the sales professional, the importance of connecting with customers, connecting solutions to problems, and share stories and lessons learned.   Sales is a Thinking Process.  Catalyst Sale is a learning organization first and foremost. That’s why we care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do. We aim to add value whenever we can, and our true success is measured by the sustainability of our work long after we complete a project. We surround ourselves with good company and never stop learning. We are Catalysts. We Connect people we know and people we meet to help create opportunity for others. We Challenge ourselves, our clients and our team, to discover what is possible. We Learn from others, others learn from us and that never stops. We Contribute our expertise to deliver results with meaningful projects that are aligned with our values. We care about the people we work with every day and get great satisfaction from seeing them thrive. You can find us via LinkedIn, Twitter, & The Catalyst Sale Website on the links below Mike Conner on Twitter  Mike Simmons on Twitter  Mike Conner on LinkedIn Mike Simmons on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Twitter Catalyst Sale on LinkedIn Catalyst Sale Website

In episode 9, we have a reunion of some of the original members of The Knuckledraggers improv comedy group. We talk to Michelle, Mike Conner, Marcus Miranda, and of course the host Clint Couron. We talk to Mike about his 31 foot fall and lived to tell the story and reminisce about some of the shows we did.

Talking about Becoming a Mental Athlete This week I sat down with life- and wellness-coach, Michaelene “Mike” Conner. She works with individuals and companies seeking to improve their mental focus, ability to enact positive change, and overall level of physical health. The art of well-coaching comes down to creating an environment for substantive and lasting […] The post Becoming a Mental Athlete appeared first on Business RadioX ®.