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The tasks you do after every sales meeting makes a big difference on your ability to do well during the next sales meeting. This episode of The Slow Pitch Sales Podcast talks about the habit that will help you be a better salesperson in your future meetings. The funny thing is, most salespeople don't do this post meeting checklist.

Stop wasting your sales meetings! Most salespeople think they're ready for their next meeting. They're not. In this episode of The Slow Pitch Sales Podcast, Rob reveals the exact B2B sales meeting preparation process that separates the reps who walk out with the deal from the ones who walk out wondering what went wrong. This isn't basic prep, it's a deep dive into prospect research, DISC personality signals, and the psychology of closing.

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If you're in sales and do sales meetings, you should be starting every meeting like this. Rob Jager, host of The Slow Pitch Sales Podcast, talks about how to start a meeting...any meeting, the right way. If you have a sales meeting, you must lay some groundwork to make sure everyone is on the same page. This helps both the prospect and the salesperson be on equal footing. If you want to have have successful sales meeting, there are several things you must do. One of these important steps is how you start the meeting.

Geschätzte Lesedauer: 10 Minuten Zunächst springst du von Termin zu Termin und von Meeting zu Meeting. Zwischendurch beantwortest du schnell die wichtigsten E-Mails. Darüber hinaus fährst du noch auf die Messe. Folglich bist du super busy. Allerdings könnten die Ergebnisse besser sein, wenn du ehrlich bist. Denn Akquise, neue Kunden und frische Angebote in der Pipeline gibt es viel zu wenig. Infolgedessen schieben sich die besten Deals schon wieder in den nächsten Monat. Schließlich ist das der klassische Reaktionsmodus, der dich und dein Vertriebsteam auf Dauer fertig macht. Deshalb wird es höchste Zeit für eine klare Sales Cadence. Denn als Vertriebsleiter musst du den Rhythmus und die Prioritäten vorgeben – und natürlich auch vorleben. Wie genau das funktioniert und wie du dein B2B Sales Team aus dem Reaktionsmodus holst, zeige ich dir in diesem Beitrag. Zudem ist das hier keine trockene Theorie, sondern vielmehr ein echter Baukasten für deinen Vertrieb. Warum ohne klaren Vertriebsrhythmus die wichtigste Arbeit liegen bleibt In der B2B-Welt verbringt ein Verkäufer im deutschen Mittelstand im Schnitt nur eine einzige Stunde am Tag aktiv mit dem Kunden. Tatsächlich ist der Rest reine Verwaltung, interne Abstimmung und reaktives Arbeiten. Das Problem ist dabei jedoch nicht nur die mangelnde Kundenzeit. Vielmehr ist das echte Problem: Die wichtigste Arbeit schafft es erst gar nicht in den Kalender. Die Eisenhower-Matrix als Leitfaden Hier hilft uns glücklicherweise die berühmte Eisenhower-Matrix. Demnach lassen sich Aufgaben in vier Felder einteilen, basierend auf den Achsen dringend und wichtig. Einerseits ist die lukrativste Arbeit im Vertrieb – also neue Kunden ansprechen, die Pipeline aufbauen und strategische Gespräche führen – extrem wichtig. Andererseits ist sie fast nie dringend. Dringend ist stattdessen das nächste Meeting, das klingelnde Telefon oder die E-Mail, die gerade reinkommt. Folglich gewinnt das Dringende im Alltag fast immer, weshalb die wichtigen Aufgaben ständig vor sich hergeschoben werden. Dementsprechend müssen wir das dringend ändern. Deine absolute Kernaufgabe als Führungskraft im Vertrieb ist es nämlich, dafür zu sorgen, dass genau diese wichtige, nicht dringende Arbeit den Kalender bestimmt. Kurzum: Der Vertrieb scheitert selten an schlechten Produkten. Stattdessen scheitert er daran, dass die wirklich wichtigen Dinge keinen Platz im Terminkalender finden. Was ist eigentlich eine Sales Cadence? Eine Sales Cadence (oder auch Vertriebsrhythmus) beschreibt ganz konkret, wie du den Ablauf einer Woche, eines Monats, eines Quartals und eines Jahres in deinem Vertriebsteam strukturierst. Dabei geht es vor allem darum, strategische Jahres- und Quartalsziele auf den einzelnen Tag herunterzubrechen. Schließlich entscheidet sich der Vertriebserfolg genau dort: In der alltäglichen Umsetzung. Der Startschuss für deine Sales Cadence: Das Friday-Sheet Tatsächlich starten die meisten Vertriebsteams völlig ungeplant am Montagmorgen in die Woche und fangen sofort an zu improvisieren. Zunächst arbeiten sie reaktiv E-Mails ab und verschwinden anschließend in internen Meetings. Am Freitag fällt dann schließlich auf, dass wieder zu wenig Akquise passiert ist. Zudem fehlen Neukunden in der Pipeline. Die Lösung dafür ist denkbar einfach: Das Friday-Sheet. Jeder Verkäufer plant am Freitag verbindlich seine kommende Woche. Idealerweise macht er das von Hand in ein gemeinsames Google Sheet, aber bloß nicht ins CRM. Folglich behältst du den Überblick. Dementsprechend gehören folgende Punkte in dieses Sheet: Die 4 entscheidenden Felder des Friday-Sheets Erstens – Neue Logos: Welche komplett neuen Kunden gehe ich nächste Woche proaktiv an? Dabei zählen keine Bestandskunden und keine warmen Kontakte! Falls hier nämlich nichts steht, hast du im nächsten Monat keine frische Pipeline. Folglich fällt dir das durch die 60-Tage-Regel in wenigen Wochen knallhart auf die Füße. Zweitens – Pipeline vorantreiben: Welche wichtigen Deals bewege ich nächste Woche weiter? Und zwar durch konkrete Aktionen! Schließlich ist "Ich fasse mal nach" keine echte Aktion. Stattdessen musst du wissen: Wer spricht mit wem, worüber und was ist das konkrete Ziel? Drittens – Abschlüsse: Welche Aufträge kommen nächste Woche sicher rein? Auch hier brauchst du unbedingt das "Warum". Warum sollte der Kunde ausgerechnet jetzt abschließen? Zudem musst du wissen, welches Event ihn treibt. Viertens – Sonstiges Wichtiges: Trage außerdem ein bis maximal drei weitere wirklich entscheidende Punkte ein, wie beispielsweise wichtige Messevorbereitungen. Am Freitagnachmittag schaust du dir diese Liste an. Dadurch siehst du sofort, ob die nächste Woche in die richtige Richtung läuft. Noch wichtiger ist jedoch: Du überprüfst, was der Verkäufer sich für die vergangene Woche vorgenommen hatte und was davon wirklich passiert ist. Kurzum, das ist dein wichtigster Ansatz für Führung und Sales Coaching! Golden Hours: So schützt du den Vertriebsrhythmus deiner Akquise Wenn deine Leute drei neue Logos angehen wollen, brauchen sie dafür natürlich Zeit. Falls der Kalender jedoch voll mit internen Schulungen ist, wird das reines "Wishful Thinking". Deshalb brauchst du in deiner Sales Cadence zwingend geschützte Akquisezeiten – die sogenannten Golden Hours. Definiere hierzu mit dem Team gemeinsame Slots, in denen absolut nichts anderes gemacht wird als Akquise. Das können beispielsweise zwei Vormittage pro Woche sein. Zudem muss die Recherche dafür vorher passiert sein. In diesem Slot werden dann Telefone umgeleitet und niemand checkt E-Mails. Schließlich entsteht eine unglaubliche Dynamik, wenn alle das gleichzeitig machen. Allerdings müssen diese Slots knallhart verteidigt werden. Folglich darf dort kein anderes Meeting reingelegt werden! Sales Meetings, die den Vertriebsrhythmus wirklich weiterbringen Ebenso darf dein wöchentliches Sales Meeting kein langweiliges Buchhalter-Meeting sein. Denn die Zahlen stehen ohnehin im CRM. Vielmehr geht es um die Zahleninterpretation und vor allem um das gemeinsame Learning. Fragt euch deshalb: Was haben wir vom Markt gelernt? Darüber hinaus solltet ihr prüfen, ob es neue Best Practices gibt. Baut zudem kurze Trainingseinheiten ein. Das kann Einwandbehandlung sein oder wie man an den Entscheider herankommt. Schließlich muss ein Sales Meeting Energie geben und inspirierend wirken. Das Montagabend-Update für mehr interne Dynamik Außerdem ist das Montagabend-Update ein echter Gamechanger. Schick einfach am Montagabend ein kurzes Update an das gesamte Unternehmen. Der Inhalt lautet schlicht: "Das sind die neuen Kunden, die wir diese Woche angehen." Infolgedessen wirst du staunen, was passiert. Sehr oft meldet sich daraufhin jemand aus einem anderen Team und sagt: "Hey, mein Kommilitone arbeitet jetzt dort!" Dadurch aktivierst du effektiv das verborgene Schwarmwissen deines Unternehmens. Somit machst du den Vertrieb zum wichtigen Thema für alle Abteilungen. One-to-Ones: Die Sales Cadence individuell steuern Genauso ist das One-to-One zwischen dir und dem Verkäufer dein mächtigstes Werkzeug in der Vertriebssteuerung. Deshalb führst du Kritik oder schwierige Gespräche niemals im Team-Meeting, sondern exklusiv hier. Außerdem solltest du den üblichen Smalltalk vergessen. Denn "Wie läufts? – Ach, zieht sich noch" bringt niemanden weiter! Stattdessen muss ein One-to-One hart strukturiert sein: Wo stehst du folglich mit deinen Zahlen im Vergleich zu den Zielen? Darüber hinaus analysieren wir gemeinsam die Pipeline. Zudem prüfen wir, ob es einen Skill-Fokus gibt (beispielsweise bei der Discovery). Schließlich nutzen wir den "Career Compass", um deine heutigen Aufgaben mit deinen Karrierezielen zu verbinden. A-, B- und C-Player im Rhythmus richtig führen Dementsprechend braucht jeder Verkäufer eine ganz andere Führung. Bei A-Playern fragst du vor allem, welche Hindernisse du aus dem Weg räumen kannst. Andererseits brauchen B-Player gezielte Entwicklung und eine engere Begleitung. Bei C-Playern brauchst du hingegen klare Erwartungen und schnelle Entscheidungen. Schließlich ist endloses Mitschleppen keine Option. Pipeline Flash und gemeinsame Kundentermine Zusätzlich zu den fixen Meetings brauchst du regelmäßige Pipeline Flashes. Warum hängen bestimmte Deals? Wie können wir sie gemeinsam loseisen? Deshalb ist es dein Job als Führungskraft, die Deals nach vorne zu pushen. Darüber hinaus begleitest du deine Leute regelmäßig zu Kundenterminen. Hält sich der Verkäufer tatsächlich an das Playbook? Allerdings übernimmst du dabei niemals das Gespräch! Du bist schließlich reiner Beobachter und nutzt das Ganze hinterher als Coaching-Opportunity. Monatliche und Quartals-Rhythmen in der Sales Cadence Außerdem zieht sich die Sales Cadence noch weiter. Monatlich schaut ihr euch die Account-Plans der Top-Kunden an. Zudem setzt ihr euch einen Skill pro Monat, den ihr im Team gezielt trainiert. Besonders kritisch ist es jedoch, sich quartalsweise die "Slipped Deals" anzuschauen. Das sind Deals, die nach hinten verschoben wurden. Falls die Pipeline nämlich plötzlich dünn wird, sind deine Verkäufer oft nicht nah genug am Kunden dran. Daher musst du in solchen Fällen sofort nachhaken! Konstanz: Den Vertriebsrhythmus als Schwungrad (Flywheel) nutzen Um all das umzusetzen, musst du jedoch zuerst bei dir selbst aufräumen. Deshalb holst du dir am besten sofort das Commitment von der Geschäftsführung. Du brauchst nämlich Freiräume und Schutz für dein Team. Schließlich kannst du dein Team nicht führen, wenn du durchgehend fremdgesteuert bist. Vergiss dabei niemals: Sales solves everything. Umsatz ist letztlich der ultimative Schutz gegen Übergriffigkeit im Unternehmen. Die Abwärtsspirale (Doomloop) verhindern Dementsprechend anstrengend ist das Etablieren dieser Sales Cadence. Es dauert nämlich gut drei bis vier Wochen, bis es greift. Es funktioniert quasi wie ein Flywheel (Schwungrad). Am Anfang musst du hart pushen und Widerstände überwinden. Allerdings wird es zu einem Automatismus, wenn es einmal läuft. Deshalb solltest du unbedingt die "Doomloop" vermeiden, bei der ständig neue Initiativen gestartet und sofort wieder fallen gelassen werden. Kurzum: Konsistenz schlägt Exzellenz. Mach folglich die richtigen Dinge konsequent, und dein Vertriebs-Schwungrad wird sich drehen. Gib alles! Quick Takeaways Erstens – Wichtig vor dringend: Die Akquise darf dem Tagesgeschäft nicht zum Opfer fallen. Zweitens – Friday-Sheet nutzen: Jeder Verkäufer plant freitags verbindlich seine Neukunden. Drittens – Golden Hours verteidigen: Schaffe absolut störungsfreie Slots exklusiv für Akquise. Viertens – One-to-Ones strukturieren: Führe harte, aber wertschätzende Gespräche über die Pipeline. Fünftens – Slipped Deals analysieren: Hinterfrage hartnäckig, warum Deals ständig verschoben werden. Schließlich – Flywheel etablieren: Bleib konsequent. Konsistenz im Vertrieb schlägt stets kurzfristige Exzellenz. Was genau ist eine Sales Cadence? Eine Sales Cadence (oder Vertriebsrhythmus) ist ein festgelegter, strukturierter Ablauf von Vertriebsaktivitäten über Tage, Wochen und Monate. Sie bestimmt folglich, wann geplant, akquiriert, gecoacht und reportet wird, um den Vertrieb aus dem reaktiven Modus zu holen. Warum sollte das Friday-Sheet freitags und nicht montags ausgefüllt werden? Am Montagmorgen holt den Verkäufer meist schon das Tagesgeschäft ein. Die Woche reaktiv zu beginnen, verhindert deshalb strategische Planung. Freitags ist der Kopf hingegen klarer für die verbindliche Zielsetzung der nächsten Woche. Was sind Golden Hours im B2B Sales? Golden Hours sind im Terminkalender fix blockierte, geschützte Zeiten, die ausschließlich für Outbound-Akquise genutzt werden. In dieser Zeit gibt es folglich keine internen Meetings und keine Beantwortung von normalen E-Mails. Wie oft sollte ein One-to-One mit Verkäufern stattfinden? Idealerweise findet das strukturierte One-to-One jede Woche statt. Dadurch behältst du den Vertriebsrhythmus im Auge und kannst zudem zeitnah bei Problemen coachen. Was bedeutet der Begriff "Slipped Deals"? Als Slipped Deals bezeichnet man Verkaufschancen (Opportunities), deren Abschlussdatum überschritten wurde. Deshalb werden sie immer wieder in den nächsten Monat verschoben. Sie sind somit ein klares Warnsignal für fehlende Kundenbindung in deiner Sales Cadence. Wie du eine Sales Cadence in 5 Schritten in deinem Vertriebsteam einführst. Management-Buy-In sichern Kläre zunächst intern, dass dein Team geschützte Akquisezeiten braucht. Befreie dich und dein Team deshalb von unnötigen internen Meetings. Das Friday-Sheet einführen Implementiere anschließend ein einfaches Google Sheet. Lass jeden Verkäufer freitags verbindlich eintragen, welche Neukunden nächste Woche kontaktiert werden. Golden Hours blockieren Definiere darüber hinaus feste Zeiten im Wochenkalender als reine Akquisezeit. Diese Blöcke werden unter keinen Umständen für andere Termine hergegeben. One-to-Ones strukturieren Ersetze zudem den Flur-Smalltalk durch verbindliche Einzelgespräche. Analysiere hier hart an der Sache die Pipeline und coache individuelle Schwächen. Konsistent bleiben Halte diesen Rhythmus schließlich konsequent durch. Es dauert nämlich drei bis vier Wochen, bis sich Widerstände legen und das Schwungrad zu laufen beginnt. Hast du deine Sales Cadence schon im Griff? Oder versandet die Akquise in deinem Team folglich auch immer wieder im reaktiven Tagesgeschäft? Lass es mich wissen, kommentiere deshalb diesen Beitrag und teile ihn mit deinem Netzwerk. Gib alles!

The Brian Icenhower Podcast — Episode: Real Estate Sales Meeting Topics & Ideas If agents aren't filling the seats at your sales meeting, the problem isn't their calendars. In this episode, Brian Icenhower breaks down exactly which real estate sales meeting topics drive attendance, build production culture, and keep your top agents coming back week after week — along with the 4-week rotating framework he used throughout his career as a broker and team leader. This is one of the most actionable episodes Brian has recorded for team leaders and broker-owners, covering everything from what to stop doing immediately to how to structure every meeting of the month with a purpose. In this episode, you'll learn: Why low sales meeting attendance is a content problem — not a scheduling problem The biggest mistakes leaders make with real estate sales meeting agendas (vendor presentations, compliance lectures, and more) Why you should always "train above the crowd" and how it motivates agents at every production level How to run an agent panel that builds office culture, develops collaboration, and attracts recruits The market update format that gives agents tools they can use directly in buyer and listing presentations How to systematize monthly awards to drive your highest attendance of the year The mastermind and productivity training format that develops skills and creates accountability How to open every meeting with a cultural moment that immediately sets the tone Whether you're leading a team of five or running a brokerage with 100 agents, this episode gives you a repeatable, systemized approach to sales meetings that you can implement starting next week. Related topics: real estate team meeting ideas, broker sales meeting agenda, production-centric office culture, agent retention, real estate leadership, how to run a sales meeting, real estate coaching About Brian Icenhower: Brian Icenhower is the Founder and Chairman of Icenhower Coaching & Training (ICT), one of the largest real estate coaching companies in North America. A former real estate attorney, broker, and top-producing agent, Brian coaches many of the highest-producing agents, teams, and broker-owners in the country and has spent decades building the systems and training programs that drive real, measurable results. Subscribe to The Brian Icenhower Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. For the full written breakdown of this episode's content, visit the blog at therealestatetrainer.com. Follow Brian and ICT on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn for daily coaching, training, and tools to grow your real estate business. #RealEstatePodcast #BrianIcenhowerPodcast #RealEstateLeadership #BrokerOwner #RealEstateSalesMeeting #TeamLeader #RealEstateCoaching #IcenhowerCoaching #AgentProductivity #ProductionCentric #RealEstateTraining #RealEstateBroker Book a FREE coaching call: http://CoachCallFree.com Enroll in our online courses: http://www.IcenhowerInstitute.com Sign up for coaching: http://www.IcenhowerCoaching.com Sign up for an Agent Management Portal: http://AgentManagementPortal.com Join the fastest growing Facebook Group for Top Producers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/REagentRoundTable

In this bonus episode, we're sharing a recording from our live Ninja Sales Meeting, held the first Monday of every month, after many of you asked to hear these sessions on the podcast. Peter Parnegg delivers an energizing and practical message focused on one core idea: if you want to quickly build your business, master the subtle skills that create real connection. Drawing on insights from Sarah Blakely and the Ninja principles, Peter explores how entrepreneurship exposes our fears and how many of us avoid live conversations because of discomfort, guilt, or fear of "feeling salesy." In reality, marketing creates awareness, but relationships create business. And relationships are built through consistent flow. This episode is a reminder that nothing happens until something moves and that authentic, emotionally intelligent outreach will always outperform sales pressure. If you're ready to overcome hesitation, reconnect with your people, and create opportunities, this conversation will give you practical tools you can implement immediately. And if you'd like to join us live for future Ninja Sales Meetings, tune in on the first Monday of each month at 9:00 a.m. Mountain Time on the Ninja Selling YouTube channel. Links: Website: https://ninjaselling.com/ninja-podcast/ Email: TSW@NinjaSelling.com Phone: 1-800-254-1650 Podcast Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/TheNinjaSellingPodcast Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NinjaSelling Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninjasellingofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninjaselling Upcoming Public Ninja Installations: https://NinjaSelling.com/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=183&tribe__ecp_custom_2%5B0%5D=Public Ninja Coaching: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/course/ninja-coaching/  

Your sales team spends 70% of their time on admin work - not selling. Do the math: if your top AE makes $120K and only spends 30% of their time on revenue activities, you're paying $84,000 for data entry and CRM updates. That's the Admin Drag tax killing your pipeline velocity in 2026. But here's the real problem: you bought AI six months ago (Gemini, ChatGPT, Einstein), rolled it out with a 45-minute webinar, and… crickets. Adoption is at 14%. Your VP is asking what you're paying for. This isn't a technology problem. It's a leadership problem. You installed software when you needed to redesign the workflow. In this episode, Mike Allton (Director of Partner-Led Growth at Agorapulse) deconstructs the 95% AI pilot failure rate and shows you exactly what Revenue Architecture looks like in practice. You'll discover: • The real cost of manual meeting prep (90 minutes vs. 8 minutes with Gemini's Scheduler)• How to build a "Digital Crew" that automates research, briefing docs, and objection prep• Why Gemini's 2 million token context window changes everything for sales intelligence• The 3-day audit that reveals where your team is hemorrhaging time• How to move from "Human-in-the-Loop" to "Human-on-the-Loop" automation Stop installing tools your team won't use. Start architecting workflows that reclaim 25-30 hours per rep, per week. Resources: TheAIHat.com/speaking CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - Introduction: The $600K Call She's Unprepared For 00:02:20 - The $84,000 Admin Drag Tax (Do the Math) 00:03:41 - Why 95% of AI Pilots Fail (It's Not the Technology) 00:04:05 - The Da Vinci Workshop: Building a Digital Crew 00:05:17 - Pilot Purgatory: The 6-Month Failure Timeline 00:07:06 - The Old Way: 90 Minutes of Manual Meeting Prep 00:08:48 - The Digital Crew Way: Gemini Scheduler in Action 00:11:48 - Why Gemini Is Structurally Different 00:12:16 - Native Workspace Integration (Friction Removal) 00:12:36 - The 2 Million Token Context Window 00:13:20 - Multimodal Native (Not Franken-Botted) 00:14:23 - Grounding with Google Search (The Accuracy Engine) 00:14:43 - The Scheduler: The Agentic Unlock 00:15:36 - Your Homework: The 3-Day Time Tracking Audit 00:17:01 - How to Architect Your Digital Crew (Workshop Info) 00:17:45 - Closing: Stop Installing Software, Start Architecting Systems Show Notes & Transcript: https://theaihat.com/geminis-scheduler-just-fixed-sales-meeting-prep-and-killed-the-90-minute-research-grind/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Let's be honest — most accountants wing their sales calls. I used to be one of them. In this episode, I walk you through the process I now follow to consistently convert high-value clients, without giving away free advice or wasting time on tyre kickers. You'll discover: → The 3-step framework I use to filter, run, and close sales meetings → Why giving a price live in the meeting changes everything → How to position yourself as the expert (so you're not haggled on price) → Why your marketing needs to do the heavy lifting before the call I also share behind-the-scenes stories from recent calls I've had — including how we signed a £2.5k client with under £50k income, just by showing value. If sales calls feel awkward or hit-and-miss, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a repeatable process you can use straight away. Take a listen — and let me know what you think on LinkedIn. Always love hearing from you. ------- If you've enjoyed my podcasts, here's how you can get more value from me: Free stuff Get a free copy of my book The Four Pillars from here Watch a short 8 min video on how you can win new clients whilst you sleep here Join 1500+ accountants owners in the Profitable Accountant Free Facebook group My inner-circle Join 150+ accounting firm owners in the Profitable Accountants Community (the PAC) to get access to the tools, training and tribe to help you grow your firm - without wasting time and money doing it the hard way. Join the PAC NOW! For larger sole practitioner firms wanting more support, direction and accountability, access the Profitable Accountants Mastermind including 1-2-1 access to me If you're going to create an account and use OnlineJobs.ph use my affiliate link here and i'll get a few pennies back in return to fund my coffee addiction

You nailed the first step and got the meeting - now what? Most salespeople squander this critical opportunity by running a tired "Discovery Meeting" that serves only them.   Sales differentiation expert and contrarian, Lee Salz, is back as a guest for a third time to expose why the old ways are fundamentally broken and reveal the Consultation Mindset that must replace them.   Based on his new book, The First Meeting Differentiator, Lee shares a hard-hitting, practical framework for success.   Inside this episode, you will learn to kill your ego-centric "discovery" script, understand and actively combat the "Forgetting Curve," and leverage "Empathetic Expertise" to engage emotion (not just logic) in order to drive action.   Lee details the single most important question you must ask at the very end of the meeting to lock in the next steps. If you're tired of sending information only to be ghosted, this episode is the essential blueprint for creating genuine meaningful value that makes prospects want to partner with you.   In This Episode, We Discuss:   The conversation kicks off with a look at The Necessary Death of Discovery Meetings, revealing exactly why the typical focus on "what I need to ask" and "what I need to tell them" is an egocentric, value-less approach for the prospect.   This leads directly into The Doctor Analogy, showing how shifting to a Consultation Mindset ensures the client gains meaningful value - making the entire interaction worth their time, regardless of whether they ultimately buy your product.   Lee then delivers his Sales Contrarian Manifesto, arguing that "Sales is a numbers game" is the worst advice ever and explaining precisely why you should limit your prospecting to ensure you can personalise every interaction, valuing quality over quantity.   Following this, we look at how to Stop Suffering from the Sales EKG Effect, identifying the danger of believing "you're only as good as your last sale" and outlining the forward-looking focus you must have instead.   Next, Lee dives into the critical strategy of engaging both the Head & Heart through Empathetic Expertise, revealing how even the legal system uses emotion to drive decisions, and sharing a simple method for arousing your client's feelings to ensure the deal doesn't "fizzle out."   This emotional engagement is key to combatting The Forgetting Curve, as Lee explains how to use powerful stories, rather than boring features and benefits, to ensure your client remembers more than six minutes of your hour-long meeting.   As the conversation wraps up, Lee discusses The ONLY acceptable ending to a first meeting, detailing how to confidently close the consultation by asking the partner-focused question: "How did we do today?" and then immediately scheduling the next interaction.   The episode concludes by highlighting the crucial mental shift between the Sales Process vs. Buying Process, an insight that will make your entire career easier and more effective.   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Sales Differentiation 02:56 The Importance of the First Meeting 06:05 Challenging Traditional Sales Mindsets 08:53 The Consultation Mindset vs. Discovery Meetings 11:59 Understanding Value in Sales 15:00 Empathetic Expertise in Sales 18:14 The Power of Storytelling in Sales 20:58 Closing the Meeting Effectively 23:59 The Buying Process vs. Sales Process   Links and Resources   Download Chapter 1 (Free!): Get Lee's first chapter of The First Meeting Differentiator: www.firstmeetingbook.com   Download the Tip Sheet (Free!): Grab the guide on 10 Ways to Provide Meaningful Value in your first meeting:  www.meaningfulvalue.com   Lee's Website: Learn more about Lee and his work:  https://salesarchitects.com   The Book: The First Meeting Differentiator by Lee Salz is available wherever you purchase your books.   Connect with Lee LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leesalz/   Connect with Fred LinkedIn: https://linktr.ee/fredcopestake   Take the Collaborative Selling Scorecard https://collaborativeselling.scoreapp.com/   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/SalesTodayPodcast   If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and share with a colleague

In this week's mini episode, we chat to the team about 'How to start a sales meeting'.

To celebrate 10 years since the show began, we're releasing remastered versions of season 1. In this episode, Belinda gets to grips with her UK wide sales team and a few after-work drinks at a hotel bar get a little out of control. One word - pomegranates... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most salespeople lose a sales meeting before they ever open their mouth. They show up with decks of slides, lists of discovery questions, or AI-generated talking points, thinking preparation is about having more material.  But while they're busy organizing, their prospects are mentally checking out—and the meeting hasn't even started. Lee Salz, bestselling author and founder of Sales Architects, has observed this pattern for decades. "If you want to win more deals at the prices you want, you need a better first meeting strategy. Everyone says I want to win more deals, so they focus on closing at the end. But that's not where the opportunities are. The opportunities to win more deals start in that first meeting." The Sales Meeting Problem Hiding in Plain Sight Ask any salesperson: "If a prospect agrees to meet with you, what do they get out of it?" The response is usually stunned silence. That silence reveals the problem. Too many sales professionals approach the first sales meeting with an extraction mindset, focused on what they can learn instead of what they can give. Think about how you prepare. Do you make a list of questions to gather information? Do you pull together slides about your company, products, and clients? That might feel productive, but here's what it communicates: This meeting is about me. When prospects can't see immediate value in the conversation, they resist. They may decline the meeting altogether, or worse—they show up already skeptical, arms crossed, counting down the minutes until they can escape. Why Traditional Discovery Is Failing You Sales training has conditioned reps to believe that discovery meetings are the foundation of the sales process. In theory, this makes sense: You need information to qualify opportunities. But here's the problem—buyers don't experience value when they educate you. They already have suppliers, vendors, and service providers. Another salesperson asking them to “tell me about your challenges” just feels like more work. Worse, traditional discovery feels like an interrogation. You're pulling data without leaving anything behind. And prospects are savvy enough to sense when you're there to take rather than give. The Emotion Gap in Every Sales Meeting You already know people buy on emotion and justify with logic. You've heard it in every sales book, every training, every keynote. Walk into the average first meeting, and you'll see the same setup: a rep armed with facts, features, processes, and pricing structures. All logic, zero emotion. The result? Buyers nod politely, take notes, and then ghost you. Not because your product isn't good enough, but because you failed to make them feel anything. Your competitors who are consistently winning aren't necessarily better at selling features. They're better at weaving emotional connection into the very fabric of their meetings. They create trust, credibility, and resonance in the first 15 minutes. The Three Non-Negotiables of Every Winning Sales Meeting High-performing sales professionals understand that every first meeting must accomplish three core objectives: Meaningful Qualification: Determine whether this opportunity aligns with your ideal customer profile while also helping prospects better understand their situation.  Clear Differentiation: Prospects need to understand what makes your approach unique, but not through feature comparisons. Real differentiation comes from your methodology, philosophy, and approach. Show them how you think about solving problems, not just what you sell. Emotional Foundation: Establish the connection that energizes deals. This involves demonstrating genuine interest in their success while positioning yourself as a trusted advisor rather than just another vendor. How to Prepare for Sales Meeting Success The outcome of the meeting is decided long before you show up. Top performers treat preparation like a competitive advantage. Here's how to shift from extraction to consultation: Before You Meet Research industry challenges and company-specific developments that affect your prospect.  Prepare insights you can share that will make them smarter about their situation.  Come ready to give first, gather second. During the Meeting Open with a relevant insight or observation about their industry or situation.  Ask questions that help them think differently about their challenges rather than just documenting the current state.  Position yourself as someone who understands their world, not someone trying to learn about it. After the Meeting Continue the consultation with additional resources or insights that reference specific conversation points. Keep building the advisory relationship with value, not noise. Why Feelings Beat Features Every Time Everyone has experienced this scenario: working with a service provider who delivers exactly what they promised, on time and within budget. And yet, you didn't hire them again. Why? Because of how they made you feel from the first meeting to the end result. You might deliver perfect presentations with all the right information, but if prospects feel interrogated, patronized, or undervalued during your interactions, they'll find reasons to work with someone else. The most successful salespeople understand this intuitively. They focus as much on how prospects feel during meetings as on what prospects learn during meetings. Transform Your Sales Mindset Here's the critical insight from Lee Salz's observation: winning first meetings requires rewiring habits. Extraction is easy. Providing insight takes work. You can continue treating sales meetings like data-gathering exercises, competing on features and price. Or you can step into the room as a trusted advisor who delivers insight, perspective, and immediate value. Doing so shortens sales cycles, increases win rates, and builds pricing power. When prospects leave your meetings smarter about their situation, they're eager to continue the conversation. When they leave feeling like a data source, they avoid follow-ups. Your Win Rate Transformation Starts Here The difference between winning and losing is often decided in the first 15 minutes of your initial sales meeting. Position yourself as a consultant, not just a salesperson. Bring insight, perspective, and tangible value from the first interaction. This choice determines whether you're seen as just another vendor—or as someone worth premium pricing. Your win rates—and your commission checks—depend on it. If you want to take your sales discovery to the next level, you need to understand how different buyers think and make decisions. Download your free copy of the ACED Buyer Style Playbook and learn how to adapt your discovery approach to every buyer type.

Most salespeople lose a sales meeting before they ever open their mouth. They show up with decks of slides, lists of discovery questions, or AI-generated talking points, thinking preparation is about having more material.  But while they're busy organizing, their prospects are mentally checking out—and the meeting hasn't even started. Lee Salz, bestselling author and founder of Sales Architects, has observed this pattern for decades. "If you want to win more deals at the prices you want, you need a better first meeting strategy. Everyone says I want to win more deals, so they focus on closing at the end. But that's not where the opportunities are. The opportunities to win more deals start in that first meeting." The Sales Meeting Problem Hiding in Plain Sight Ask any salesperson: "If a prospect agrees to meet with you, what do they get out of it?" The response is usually stunned silence. That silence reveals the problem. Too many sales professionals approach the first sales meeting with an extraction mindset, focused on what they can learn instead of what they can give. Think about how you prepare. Do you make a list of questions to gather information? Do you pull together slides about your company, products, and clients? That might feel productive, but here's what it communicates: This meeting is about me. When prospects can't see immediate value in the conversation, they resist. They may decline the meeting altogether, or worse—they show up already skeptical, arms crossed, counting down the minutes until they can escape. Why Traditional Discovery Is Failing You Sales training has conditioned reps to believe that discovery meetings are the foundation of the sales process. In theory, this makes sense: You need information to qualify opportunities. But here's the problem—buyers don't experience value when they educate you. They already have suppliers, vendors, and service providers. Another salesperson asking them to “tell me about your challenges” just feels like more work. Worse, traditional discovery feels like an interrogation. You're pulling data without leaving anything behind. And prospects are savvy enough to sense when you're there to take rather than give. The Emotion Gap in Every Sales Meeting You already know people buy on emotion and justify with logic. You've heard it in every sales book, every training, every keynote. Walk into the average first meeting, and you'll see the same setup: a rep armed with facts, features, processes, and pricing structures. All logic, zero emotion. The result? Buyers nod politely, take notes, and then ghost you. Not because your product isn't good enough, but because you failed to make them feel anything. Your competitors who are consistently winning aren't necessarily better at selling features. They're better at weaving emotional connection into the very fabric of their meetings. They create trust, credibility, and resonance in the first 15 minutes. The Three Non-Negotiables of Every Winning Sales Meeting High-performing sales professionals understand that every first meeting must accomplish three core objectives: Meaningful Qualification: Determine whether this opportunity aligns with your ideal customer profile while also helping prospects better understand their situation.  Clear Differentiation: Prospects need to understand what makes your approach unique, but not through feature comparisons. Real differentiation comes from your methodology, philosophy, and approach. Show them how you think about solving problems, not just what you sell. Emotional Foundation: Establish the connection that energizes deals. This involves demonstrating genuine interest in their success while positioning yourself as a trusted advisor rather than just another vendor. How to Prepare for Sales Meeting Success The outcome of the meeting is decided long before you show up. Top performers treat preparation like a competitive advantage.

This week, Lauren and Rob are joined by their favorite Rec Tech Account Executive, Jack Barnes from Sourcewhale.Jack is known for his creative approach to prospecting-whether it's dropping rap videos on LinkedIn or rapping about the product he sells on stage at conferences.The crew talks about the power of authenticity and fun in prospecting and sales. They also dive into how AI is transforming sales and marketing.This is a must-listen for anyone in sales or leading a sales team.A big thank-you to our sponsor, Leap Advisory Partners. And don't forget to rate, review, and share the episode wherever you listen.

Download Discovery Framing Skript: https://2ly.link/28wKi  Die meisten SaaS Deals scheitern nicht am Pitch – sondern daran, dass der echte Entscheider fehlt. In dieser Episode zeigt dir Jiri Siklar Schritt für Schritt, wie du den Economic Buyer (EB) identifizierst, ihn frühzeitig in deine Meetings bringst und dadurch deine Win Rate verdoppelst. Ideal für alle im IT- und Software-Sales, die mit komplexen Buying Centers arbeiten. Ressourcen: zur Software Sales Formula: https://www.softwaresalesformula.com kostenlosen Termin buchen: https://2ly.link/24kPi Kickscale: Kickscale Extended Free Version: https://2ly.link/1zdl4  Timestamps: (00:00) Das #1 Problem im Sales (00:58) Dem Entscheider verstehen (02:31) Das Komfortzonen-Dilemma (04:42) Ein verlorener Deal (07:55) So redest du mit dem Entscheider (EB) (18:59) Value Pyramide: dein Schlüssel zum Entscheider (29:52) Fazit und abschließende Tipps Infos: jiri@softwaresalesformula.com https://www.softwaresalesformula.com 

Download Discovery Framing Skript: https://2ly.link/28EXM  Viele Deals im IT und SaaS Vertrieb scheitern nicht am Produkt – sondern am fehlenden Sales Prozess. In dieser Episode bekommst du von Jiri Siklar den perfekt Software Sales Prozess mit dem du deine Win Rates steigerst, bessere Deals qualifizierst und Entscheider überzeugst. In seinem Schritt-für-Schritt-Plan zeigt er, wie man aus einem Discovery-Call einen Deal-Flow entwickelt und das C-Level sowie die Entscheider einbindet. Er erläutert die drei Phasen des Sales-Prozesses: Problem Agreement, Solution Agreement und Value Agreement. Ressourcen: zur Software Sales Formula: https://www.softwaresalesformula.com kostenlosen Termin buchen: https://2ly.link/24kPi Kickscale: Kickscale Extended Free Version: https://2ly.link/1zdl4  Timestamps: (00:00) – Intro: Der größte Fehler in Discovery Meetings (01:45) – Warum Framing dein größter Hebel ist (04:30) – Die perfekte Discovery-Intro-Struktur (09:10) – Wie du Vertrauen und Führung aufbaust (13:50) – Typische Fehler im Outro und wie du sie vermeidest (17:00) – Outro-Strategie: Wie du “Next Steps” richtig verkaufst (23:13) – Typische Einwände in der Discovery (28:14) – Zusammenfassung Infos: jiri@softwaresalesformula.com https://www.softwaresalesformula.com 

Get ready for an exciting new chapter in the Ninja Selling community! Rob Nelson welcomes the founder of Ninja Selling, Larry Kendall, to the podcast for a special episode. They reminisce about the legendary sales meetings at The Group Real Estate, which were instrumental in building its high-performance culture and achieving remarkable productivity (averaging 52 transactions per associate!). Larry shares the core principles behind those impactful meetings – ethos, logos, and pathos – and how they fostered energy, collaboration, and real business results for attendees. The conversation then pivots to an exciting announcement: Ninja Selling is launching a monthly, complimentary, 30-minute "Ninja Sales Meeting," hosted by Larry Kendall himself! Starting July 7th at 8:00 AM Mountain Time, this live online meeting aims to provide ninjas with actionable takeaways, skill-building insights, and a valuable return on their time investment. Larry outlines the vision for these meetings, focusing on addressing current market challenges (like pricing strategies), helping ninjas improve their business and life, and fostering a stronger sense of community within the Ninja Nation. Learn how these meetings will be structured, how to submit questions for Larry to address, and why now is the perfect time to bring back this powerful tradition in a new format. This episode is a must-listen for any Ninja looking to gain regular insights from Larry, connect with the broader community, and continuously elevate their business. Join the community of 16,000+ Ninjas on the Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook Group for more valuable insights, collaboration, and networking opportunities! Leave a voicemail at 208-MY-NINJA if you'd like to offer more direct feedback. Be sure to check out Ninja Selling Events for upcoming installations and other events, and if you'd like personalized help in achieving your goals, visit Ninja Coaching to connect with one of our fantastic coaches. To register for the Ninja Sales Meeting and subscribe for updates, visit ninjaselling.com and look for the subscribe link in the upper left corner, and follow Ninja Selling on Facebook and Instagram. Episode Highlights: Reminiscing with Larry Kendall: The Legendary Sales Meetings at The Group Real Estate The Impact of Sales Meetings: Building Culture and Driving Productivity Larry's Philosophy: The Three Keys to Persuasion in Meetings (Ethos, Logos, Pathos) How Sales Meetings Make Agents Money: Collaboration and Deal Creation The Evolution of Meetings: Adapting to Changes in Technology and the Industry Larry's "List": Revisiting Powerful Practices That Were Discontinued Exciting Announcement: The Launch of the Monthly Ninja Sales Meeting with Larry Kendall! Format and Goals: 30 Minutes, Complimentary, ROI-Focused, Actionable Takeaways Topics to be Covered: Addressing Current Challenges (e.g., Pricing), Business & Life Improvement Q&A Segment: Submit Your Questions for Larry How to Register and Stay Informed About the Ninja Sales Meeting Why Now? The Need for Connection, Community, and Continuous Learning   Key Takeaways: "A sales meeting is the culture point of your office. If you have great meetings, attendance will soar, tribe gets bigger, stronger, they get more connected." "I come to that meeting and that meeting makes me money. I do deals based upon what happens in that room." "There are three keys to persuasion, ethos, logos and pathos." "The goal [of the Ninja Sales Meeting] is return on investment... when you're done, you're going to say that was a really valuable 30 minutes to me. I got an idea that's going to put a transaction together for me." "How can we help somebody improve their business or their life? What can we do? What are some takeaways that they can have...?" "The most productive [teams]... meet many of them daily... They certainly meet on a weekly basis. That tells me they find the value in having a get together." "If you get a group of really good salespeople together and they start sharing what they have and what they know... deals will start to occur." "[The Ninja Sales Meeting] will further our mission of helping to change the industry, change the way salespeople are perceived, build a culture and a tribe of ninjas..."   Links: Website: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/Podcast  Email: TSW@NinjaSelling.com  Phone: 1-800-254-1650  Podcast Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/TheNinjaSellingPodcast  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NinjaSelling  Instagram: @NinjaSellingOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninjaselling  Upcoming Public Ninja Installations: https://NinjaSelling.com/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=183&tribe__ecp_custom_2%5B0%5D=Public  Ninja Coaching: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/course/ninja-coaching/

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Every CEO wants their sales team talking to decision-makers — but getting in front of the C-suite isn't easy. Caryn Kopp has been opening high-level doors for 26+ years, and in this episode, she reveals her 5-plank framework for landing executive meetings.You'll learn how to build smarter prospect lists, craft messaging that gets noticed, and develop an outreach rhythm that actually works. If you're tired of cold calls and email blasts falling flat, don't miss this conversation.Social Links https://koppconsultingusa.com/https://koppconsultingusa.com/blog/https://www.linkedin.com/in/carynkopp/Connect with Alice HeimanLinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliceheiman/Alice's Website: https://aliceheiman.com/

The weekly sales meeting can be an effective tool for your team or a boring waste of time. As a leader, you choose how the meeting will go and if it will have the effect you desire. But if you leave it to chance, chances are it will suck! Grab your agendas, as Scott and I discuss The Weekly Sales Meeting and other magnificent metrics on Episode 653 of the Winning at Selling podcast.

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Usually in Japan, we are granted an audience with the buyer for an hour for the meeting.  Sometimes with Western buyers, they want to restrict the time, so we only have thirty minutes, which makes things very difficult.  We also know that if we can capture their interest, that thirty minutes can magically become much longer.  We also know that there will be more than one meeting, so we don't have to try to squeeze everything into that initial conversation.  One point though – in the case of a second meeting - always have your diary there and set it while you are with them in the same room.  Don't leave it or you will get crushed in the competition for their time by other competing forces. That first hour should be concentrated on building rapport and trust with the buyer at the very start.  We need to establish our credentials and our trustworthiness.  In most cases, they don't know us at all and we turn up expecting them to share their deepest, darkest corporate secrets with a stranger. Remember your parents told you, ”don't talk to strangers”. This first meeting requires good communication skills, centered around our choice of the content and the way we express it.  Stumbling, bumbling speech patterns are automatically assumed to show we are an incoherent idiot, unprofessional, unreliable and best stayed away from. Japanese buyers are trained to hear our pitch and then completely destroy it, as a defence mechanism against making a bad decision. We don't want that. Instead, we need to get their permission to ask questions during that first meeting, so that we can avoid pitching into the void. If we don't know what they need, how on earth do we know what to pitch?  If they want A and we keep talking about B, we will not get the business. We have to know they are interested in A and not B.  To find out what they want, we use a simple four-part structure:  I. who we are 2. what we do 3. who we have done it for and what happened 4.  suggest we could possibly do it for them too  I say “possibly” because we still don't have enough information to know for sure.  We are better to say we don't know if we are a match and make the point that,  “if I can ask some questions,I will have a better idea if we can help or not”.  The temptation in Western sales techniques is to start enthusing about what a great help we can be and how we can do everything regardless of what they need.  We are an omnidirectional wunderkind who can magically solve all of their corporate ills, because we are so awesome. This won't work in Japan because it comes across as boasting, sounds like a lot of salesperson hot air and we should be avoided. Once we get permission to ask questions, we can start with either where they are now or where they want to be.  It doesn't matter where we start, but we need to know the answer to both. We need this so that we can gauge the distance between the two points. A client who is really close to solving their problem internally believes they don't need us, because they can do it themselves. We need to disabuse them of that idea if we can.  Sometimes we can't do that. In that event, we have to pack up our stuff up, get out of there and find someone we can help. Once we know where they want to be, we need to find out what is preventing them from getting there.  Hopefully, the reason we uncover will help us to position ourselves as the solution they cannot generate internally.  The issue with knowing the blocker is that it is not enough.  Most deals never happen because the buyer doesn't have enough urgency attached to benefiting from the solution.  If we just respond by saying we have the solution, that won't be enough.  We need to explore the timing and the importance of speed.  If we don't do that, we will be left in limbo waiting for the buyer to get around to taking action.  This is where pointing out the opportunity cost of no action is important, because clients assume no action has no cost. We can't leave them thinking like that. We will need to dig deep with the questions to understand their requirements, motivations, fears and concerns in this first meeting.  In the next meeting, we will explain how our solution will take care of what they want.  This is where we get into the nitty-gritty details of the solution and walk them though how it will unveil inside their company.  Just talking about the mechanics is not enough, because we need to connect the details of the solution to the benefits they will enjoy.  That is also not enough because we need to describe what that benefit will look like inside their organisation.  Buyers are sceptical of salespeople, so we need to lay out the proof of where our solution has worked elsewhere and preferably for a client very similar to them. Finally, we ask them a question which is very mild but deadly, by saying, “how does that sound so far?”  At this point, we don't add or explain or dilute the tension we have created with that question. We just sit there with our mouth shut and listen for the answer.  If they have an objection to our solution, we don't jump in to defend it. We just ask sweetly, “why do you say that?”  Again we shut up and hear them justify their statement. Once we have enough information from their answer, we will know how to deal with the pushback.  Maybe we can overcome that objection or maybe we cannot, but this is the process which works best.  If we can answer it, we ask again “how does that sound?”,  and wait to see if we have a deal or not.  All of this closing in Japan is very soft and low key.  Hard sell is impossible here, so don't even bother going there.  

Do you run or sit in on sales opportunity meetings with your sales team? Do they run on time? Do they get off track? Do you think they are actually productive? Chances are you are making at least 1 or more of the top 10 mistakes I see when business owners or sales managers run sales opportunity meetings. In this episode we go over all 10 and most importantly how you can fix them…forever. You'll not only identify where you are going wrong but precisely what you need to do to keep your sales meetings efficient, effective and productive.

What's the best way for real estate agents to drive in an AI-powered world? How can you harness the power of Chat GPT and other AI tools to boost your real estate business?  To find out, tune in to this Real Estate AI Flash episode. Co-hosts Jimmy Burgess and Rajeev Sajja dive deep into the intersection of artificial intelligence and real estate!  Join them as they explore cutting-edge tools and strategies for staying ahead in a rapidly evolving market. Click play now! Leveraging AI for Enhanced Market Insights Discover how AI tools like Chat GPT, ManyChat, and Perplexity revolutionize how real estate agents interact with data and clients.  The hosts discuss the invaluable assets of platforms such as answerthepublic.com. This targeted knowledge allows agents to craft their marketing strategies with unparalleled precision. AI-Driven Content Creation Time is a precious commodity in real estate, and Jimmy highlights how AI can drastically reduce the time spent creating marketing materials.  From MLS descriptions to engaging social media content, AI tools enable agents to produce compelling narratives that resonate with audiences.  Learn about the bespoke GPT plans that streamline the generation of comprehensive marketing kits within minutes. Building Client Relationships Through AI The rise of AI doesn't replace the human element; instead, it enriches it.  Rajeev and Jimmy discuss how AI can streamline operations, allowing agents more time to focus on building meaningful client interactions.  Rajeev shares a touching story about a memorable encounter with a barista, illustrating the lasting impact of genuine relationship-building in any business context. Mastering Social Media with AI Navigate the new terrain of social media, where algorithms dictate visibility. Jimmy explains that artificial intelligence is a core aspect of social media strategies, driving user engagement through sophisticated algorithms.  Discover tips on how to use these algorithms to your advantage, enhancing content visibility and engagement on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Preparing for the Separation Season As the market shifts, those who adapt will thrive. The "separation season," as termed by the hosts, refers to a period where real estate professionals must navigate changes with agility and insight.  Using AI adeptly is a pivotal strategy for agents to distinguish themselves from the crowd. The episode covers the crucial ‘four P's': prime, prompt, purpose, and publish—each step leverages AI responsibly and effectively. This episode is about understanding and mastering AI tools to redefine your real estate business. Embrace technology, empower your practice, and make this year a milestone of production and growth in your real estate career. Don't forget to download the Real AI Playbook, which is packed with actionable insights and strategies!  “If you can free up time using AI to systemize your business, you can invest time to build client relationships and create memorable relationships.” -Rajeev Sajja.  Resources http://www.realestateaiflash.com  Jimmy Burgess YouTube Channel Jimmy Burgess on Instagram  Jimmy Burgess on LinkedIn Rajeev Sajja on LinkedIn  Rajeev Sajja on Instagram Rajeev Sajja on Facebook

Are you tired of pitching to the wrong people? Feeling like your deals stall because you haven't identified the key decision maker? Join the ASLAN founders Tom and Tab as they unveil the secrets to unmasking the power players in every sales meeting. In this episode, you'll learn: The Role of Discovery: Go beyond titles and uncover the true function of everyone at the table. Identifying Potential Blockers: Learn how to spot deal saboteurs and navigate their influence. The Power of Healthy Pessimism: Discover how a little strategic skepticism can help you prepare for every obstacle and close more deals. Stop wasting time and energy on dead-end conversations. This podcast equips you with the skills to confidently navigate any sales environment, identify the real decision maker, and confidently close the deal. Hit subscribe and get ready to transform your sales game!

Get subscriber-only episodes instantly, plus email-exclusive insights and guest previews every week! Sign up at https://www.realestateteamos.com/subscribeEpisode 024 of Real Estate Team OS features Jeff Brown, Director of People and Operations with The Heaps Estrin Team, the #1 team in Canada under Royal LePage.He joined the real estate team, led by Cailey Heaps, two years ago after spending about a decade with BMO Financial in human resources and workplace transformation.Learn how the role shaped up, how the role serves the organization, how they support people through changes (including deeper adoption of Follow Up Boss and opening a second location), how to add performance management, which KPIs are worth reporting, and much more!Watch or listen to this episode with Jeff for:0:00 Intro and welcome1:36 How to get the most from your team and team members by leading in an emotionally intelligent way7:45 How he made the transition into real estate two years ago, what the initial role looked like with the team, and why the team needed him and his role 13:58 Which KPIs are reported each month (and the various ways you can spend on flowers)18:15 What the state of operations was within the team before bringing on a Director of People and Operations21:14 Why *timing* is the key to opening up mindshare and creating scale for the agents and team leader alike23:20 Insights into the what and why of two significant projects for the team - a new location and a new vertical29:05 Culture and communication tips to facilitate change 31:21 How a “five whys” approach helped move the team deeper into their CRM (Follow Up Boss) and why they looked to go deeper in the first place37:55 How "the meeting after the meeting" supports training, education, and change39:44 How the team runs their weekly sales meeting40:49 How and why to implement true performance management for your admin and support staff - with two specific tips46:25 Why and how to face the leadership and management aspects of your job even if you don't love them49:08 At the end, hear about an executive seeking permission from a junior team member, about just how expensive hand soap can be, and about leaving your phone in the other room.Learn more about The Heaps Estrin Team:- https://heapsestrin.comConnect with Jeff Brown:- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-brown-72077424/Learn more about happiness with Gretchen Rubin:- https://gretchenrubin.com/Learn more about Real Estate Team OS:- https://www.realestateteamos.com- https://linktr.ee/realestateteamosFollow Real Estate Team OS:- https://www.instagram.com/realestateteamos/- https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateteamosGet subscriber-only episodes instantly, plus email-exclusive insights and guest previews every week! Sign up at https://www.realestateteamos.com/subscribe

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A big part of every National Sales Meeting is to cast vision and get everyone excited for the upcoming year.  Device Nation has sought out and solicited the thoughts of Reps, Surgeons and Industry Leaders to do just that, asking all this simple question: "2024....What's on Your Mind?"Their answers will hopefully empower, equip, and inspire you to a 2024 for the record books, as I truly believe this will be a BREAKOUT year for many Reps, Surgeons, and Companies in the Device Nation audience!!Support the show

A part of every National Sales Meeting is to cast vision and get everyone excited for the upcoming year.  Device Nation has sought out and solicited the thoughts of Reps, Surgeons and Industry Leaders to do just that, asking all this simple question: "2024....What's on Your Mind?"Their answers will hopefully empower, equip, and inspire you to a 2024 for the record books, as I truly believe this will be a BREAKOUT year for many Reps, Surgeons, and Companies in the Device Nation audience!!Support the show

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Hey friend!  Thanks for joining me again on Small Business Sales & Strategy Podcast!  Today's episode is a quick one!  We are talking about the number 1 thing you must do, like non-negotiable-have-to-do, before your next sales meeting or sales conversation. It's so simple, but so often avoided or just plain disregarded: PREPARE for your sales meeting! If you don't know where to get started with this, I'm sharing 3 ways to prepare for your next sales meeting or sales conversation so you go into it with confidence! I'm praying for your business! My Best, Lindsay   Want to connect or have questions?  Email me at smallbusinesssalesandstrategy@gmail.com 

You've done the work, made the calls, and got your first meeting with a prospect in sponsorship.But how can you make sure that the initial pitch meeting leads to a close?On this episode of The Inches Podcast, we dive into a winning structure for your sales meetings to help drive more revenue for your team.--The Inches Podcast is a podcast that looks at sports & event sponsorship and how digital is affecting the industry and landscape. Hosted by Rich Franklin, Sr. Director of Partnerships at the Coachella Valley Firebirds and Nick Lawson, Co-founder of SQWAD.

In episode 89 of "The All-In Podcast", we are live at the ZimVie Dental Annual Sales Meeting.  This meeting was a ton of fun and held in Palm Beach Gardens, FL at PGA National Resort.  Shane McElroy and Blake McClellan host this episode with different members of the ZimVie team.  Nan Meehan, VP of the Americas, Dan Cohen, Territory Manager, Chris Pettis, Sr. Territory Manager, Kate Mendillo, Director of Prosthetics, and Justin Lazzarra, Sr. Product Manager for implants all join us for some trash talking, explanation of what they do on a daily basis and we play some fun games where Blake gets some brutal punishments!    You can learn more about ZimVie at www.zimvie.com    Enjoy!

Whether you are operating a one person business or have hundreds of employees, new sales are a huge part of your company's current and future success. To ensure you are achieving daily, weekly, monthly, and annual sales goals, a short daily sales meeting can increase accountability, boost morale, and can create healthy competition within the organization. Kyle explains why and how Conserv has implemented sales meetings and also releases a recording from a recent morning sales meeting. This episode is brought to you by Conserv.

How do you quickly do your account research before a meeting? In today's episode we talk about the need to build a checklist so you can go fast! In addition, we cover topics that include:   Customer's target market Information on how they are competing and where they are getting beat  What makes them unique?  Look at the company's Twitter account.  Read their press releases Competitors press releases.  The company's blog is a great way to get real time insight vs. what they post on their website.  Don't forget to search your own internal CRM.  Search for 3rd party reports    Enter our monthly drawing for an insulated High Tech Freedom tumbler - www.hightechfreedom.com/mug   Host Contact Information - Chris Freeman LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/chrisfreeman Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chris.freeman.9461

Not regularly meeting with your sales team is essentially giving up on where your business is going. Meetings are the place to make changes in your company, and not having them will keep your business stagnant. In today's episode, Tim builds on previous episodes of the Building a Framework of Sales Management series by discussing how to run a regular sales meeting. In this episode, you'll learn: How frequently sales meetings should be held (and how long each meeting should be). What meeting invites must contain if you want genuine buy-in (and other tips to making meetings something all team members look forward to). Why making time to air grievances in meetings is crucial (and how consistency is key to making this productive). As we near the end of this series, you should be able to take away at least something from each episode to help your business's sales management go from being defensive to offensive. Listen to this episode to learn how to run regular sales meetings—one of the most important yet overlooked steps. Access the WhyFire Sales Accelerator Sign Up For The Fire Time Workshop Support The Fire Time Podcast Financially Click Here to Join The Fire Time Network

This episode is a live sales meeting between Dr. Sean Pastuch and the Active Life Sales team ======== 50% of Americans have musculoskeletal pain. Over 1/3 of Americans suffer from obesity. 67% of Americans are overweight. With thousands of gyms, hundreds of thousands of fitness coaches, doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors, and gyms in the US, access is not the problem. This podcast provides the actionable information needed to help you create a fulfilling and financially rewarding career helping the millions of people whose needs fall somewhere between the fitness and healthcare industries of today. Join the thousands of fitness professionals who have experienced life changing results by working with Active Life.  www.activelifeprofessional.com Get on a call with us:  https://secure.scheduleonce.com/60minutemeetingwithnick

Communicating with sellers during a shifting market is critical to helping people make the best decisions for themselves and their future. In today's episode of The Real Estate Sales Podcast, Jimmy shares a local sales meeting discussing how to frame information in the best way to your community. Signs the market is changing: The capital market begins to tighten, whether residential or commercial. When businesses can't access more capital, business growth stagnates. Volatility in the market as a whole. Are new jobs being created? Are stock prices changing? Consumer sentiment - Because people use pending and projected numbers to estimate real estate, it is often one of the last elements of the economy to shift. How the people around you are feeling, and the consumer sentiment around the economy can be powerful predictors. There are three types of people in a changing market: people who make things happen, watch what happens, and wonder what happens once it's over. Be the first type. Discussing market information with clients: Know your stats, including average days on the market and average company statistics. Your competitive advantage lies in knowing more about the industry and our communities. Gary Keller's book Shift discussed the market shift earlier in the 2000s. While it doesn't all pertain now, it does deal with managing prospective sellers and maintaining the relationships through conveying information.  Maintaining information based on historical data alone wastes time and money because it doesn't corroborate with the current market information. Pull up acting, pending, and sold homes within the last month. If a seller's comparable home is priced far above that, and you bring that to their attention, they'll be much more capable of making an informed decision for their future. Conversations are still the foundation of real estate: Whether through phone calls, open houses, or lunch with a prospective client, those conversations fuel the transactions that make real estate possible.  People like hearing from realtors - we have the information they need to know. Make phone calls, have conversations, and use these interactions as seeds to obtain new clients when the market shifts again. The shift in the market requires a shift in mentality. If you can master that change, you'll be prepared and ready for success later. Do you have a video or content idea perfect for your business? Share it with Jimmy! Connect with Jimmy Burgess on LinkedIn and Facebook and his YouTube channel.  If you like what you heard today, we'd love it if you'd share a rating or review and then subscribe to the podcast and tell others about it. You can find The Real Estate Sales Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and our website, The Real Estate Sales Podcast.

Mike Montague, Director of Community Engagement at Sandler, poses a question for you and your team to discuss in your sales meeting this week: How do you choose which deals you pursue and which ones you don't? You don't have unlimited time, money, or resources.  How do you know which deals are the most lucrative? Who do you want to work with and who should you run away from? Subscribe to the Sandler YouTube Channel to comment on the community page with your answer! Subscribe to the Sandler YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCQWK23LzxjGQjQmYxHq1kA/feed?sub_confirmation=1

Whenever there's a shifting real estate market, the agent that best explains it to their clients and community will win the most business. In today's episode of the Real Estate Sales Podcast, Jimmy (along with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices BPFLA member Price Rainer) explain what numbers and trends to look for in a shifting real estate market. And, more importantly, how to best explain those trends to your sphere of influence. Determine the facts and figures about the real estate market. Compare data points from year to year regarding active single-family homes in a particular area.  Analyze the average price, price per square foot, and the days on the market within the last year. (Do the same thing for pending and sold properties.) Look at how many sales have happened in each month of the year; you'll notice themes that give you input to share with your community.  Watch the pricing trends each month and share that knowledge with your clients. In a shifting market shift, clients need this information now more than ever. The Federal Funding rate influences everything in the economy.  The Federal Reserve intervenes in monetary policy to achieve job growth and maintain our economy, and one of their tools to accomplish this is the federal funding rate. That is the benchmark rate all short-term variable interest rates are based, and it drives our economy.  We've been in a period of historically low federal funding rates, which has impacted every other facet of loan funding. Stock traders base their deals on what they believe the federal reserve will do, because stocks reflect what people think the price will be worth within 12-24 months. It's essential that realtors are aware of this because these variables directly correlate with how the real estate market will be impacted. Communicating the information to your clients: The first thing a client might ask now might be, “is now the right time to buy?” If their goal is to buy and sell in one year, maybe not. But if they're looking for a legacy place for generations to come, there are still historically low-interest rates and increased inventory than the previous year. If someone is waiting for prices to drop before purchasing, the market might drop. Or, it might not. So educate people on the true price difference they're likely to experience, because it likely isn't the savings they envision. For sellers, demand is still through the roof. And as we approach a level market, sellers will still have the advantage if the home is priced correctly. Price to the market. Determine the best price by analyzing sold prices for comparable properties recently on the market. Remember, the most power you have is the ability to say no. Step back if a potential buyer or seller urges you to reduce commission or raise the price. Remind them that you'll be there if they can't find someone to do it for them. Do you have a video or content idea that is perfect for your business? Share it with Jimmy! Connect with Jimmy Burgess on LinkedIn and Facebook and his YouTube channel.  If you like what you heard today, we'd love it if you'd share a rating or review and then subscribe to the podcast and tell others about it. You can find The Real Estate Sales Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and our website, The Real Estate Sales Podcast.