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In this episode of the Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan discuss the trend of sales resistance in certain markets and the need to retool the ideal client.  The guys address the fear of change that often comes with deciding to pivot even slightly and offer strategies to overcome it. They also talk about the importance of getting back to the problem and solution alignment, exploring new departments or markets, and facilitating the retooling process with the sales team, marketing, and product. Tune in to learn how to shift your ideal client and overcome sales resistance to drive sales success. Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpod

In this episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan dive into the current trends and changes happening in B2B selling. As the world of sales continues to evolve, it's crucial for sales professionals to stay up-to-date on the latest strategies and tactics. Whether you're a seasoned sales veteran or just starting out, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve in B2B selling. Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com ==============================

Do you consider yourself a hunter or a farmer? And is one better than the other? In this episode, Bill and Bryan discuss this old debate that keeps coming up and give their opinions on hunters vs. farmers. They also give some tips to the sales leaders out there who feel like they don't have enough of either of these traits in their sales team. Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

Is your marketing department working with you or against you?  In this episode, Bryan and Bill talk about a problem they see in many companies: sales and marketing not working together. They discuss how the two speak different languages, but they don't have to be at odds.  And they'll give you some ways to better work with your marketing team.  If you have a marketing department, be sure to forward this episode to them! Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com ============================

When the guys start working with a new client, they often see the same thing. Some of the people are completely open to coaching, but some are very resistant to new ideas or change. Where does this resistance come from, and is it hurting or helping us? In this episode, Bill and Bryan discuss reticence and resistance and how they might hold us back. They also give you ways to overcome this resistance to help you succeed.  Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com ==========================

You've probably heard the saying, "people buy from people they know, like and trust." But, do you believe that's true? In this episode, Bryan and Bill discuss what they believe the true reason is why people buy and whether it has anything to do with us.  They also discuss how they think the sales profession will be changing in the very near future. Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

Are you still using outdated sales strategies? Today, you might just find out.  In this episode, Bill and Bryan discuss old-school selling techniques that no longer work and their new school alternatives.  They'll also give you some ideas that you can use to modernize your sales process.  Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

As you probably already know, Bill and Bryan have their own sales coaching practices, but it's been a while since they discussed what's working for them.  In this episode, the guys each share a few things that they are currently seeing to be successful in the sales world. They'll give you some ideas you can implement right away.  Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

Do you think the salesperson's reputation has regressed, and it's all about the numbers? The idea for this episode was inspired by Anthony Iannarino in one of his recent blog posts. https://www.thesalesblog.com/newsletter The guys discuss what they are seeing in the sales profession, and they give you some ways that you can focus more on the customer and their needs. It just might make you a better sales professional.  Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com ============================

We are seeing it more and more in every news outlet. Are all the recent layoffs making you nervous, or are you safe?  In this episode, Bryan and Bill address the increasing amount of layoffs in most industries. They also give you some things you can do as a sales professional to try and ensure you don't get blindsided by a layoff.  Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

It's about that time in January when most people fail at accomplishing their New Year's resolutions. In this episode, Bryan and Bill discuss rethinking your resolutions and creating more meaningful goals.  If you've failed, don't worry; you're not alone. And hopefully, this episode will help you create better resolutions you can accomplish! Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================  

Welcome back ASP listeners! We are so excited to be back and recording for 2023.  In this episode, Bill and Bryan discuss whether they believe the selling game is rigged against the salesperson. This answer can vary depending on who you ask.  The guys have an interesting take that you won't want to miss.  Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

As we connect with new prospects or work on new deals, have you ever asked yourself, "how ready am I to meet with them?" One important thing to do as a sales professional is to assess your comfort level when meeting with decision makers at different levels. In this episode, Bill and Bryan will help you mentally prepare yourself and hopefully increase your readiness! Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

In this episode, the guys discuss a diagram that Bill recently created. He argues that everyone falls into one of three categories. Where do you fall in this diagram? Is fear holding you back from reaching the next rung?  Listen now to find out how you can take the leap and overcome your fear! Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================  

In this episode, Bill and Bryan take a listener question from the LinkedIn Group.  The question is on selling to millennial b2b buyers and how they handle the buying process differently than generations before. The guys give some personal experience they've had with millenial buyers. They also give some tips on how to update your approach to become more modern. Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

During this time of year, it can be easy to lose motivation. Not to mention other not-so-positive things going on around us, they can compound that feeling. But we don't think you should give in.  In this episode, Bill and Bryan give you some practices that you can do to find your motivation and start next year strong.    Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

In this episode of the Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill gives Bryan a mystery topic, and he has no clue what's coming. The topic is based on an idea that Bill heard recently, "as a salesperson, what would you do if you couldn't make outbound calls?" Tune in now to find out what Bryan comes up!  Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

Well, the time is now to start planning out your 2023 Business Plan. Will you keep doing the same thing over and over? In that last episode, we discussed how to rethink your thinking. In this episode, we'll talk about how to rethink your planning.  We want 2023 to be a banner year for your business. But that's going to require a completely different plan than before. We'll tell you how! Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

As we approach the end of the year, we all start to think about how we want to plan out the following year. But before you go plan it out, we think there are things you need to work out.  In this episode, Bill and Bryan discuss what needs to happen before creating your 2023 Business Plan. They take you through a process of reflection so you can get in the right headspace to create your plan. Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================

In this Halloween episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan discuss the gremlins of sales! These are things that can throw us off or get in our way from doing what needs to be done in the sales process.  Join us to find out how you can vanquish these gremlins for good!  Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insidersecrets to get them right now!  ================================= The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our version of a small learning group go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: www.advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin. Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =================================