The Advanced Selling Podcast: Sales Training | Leadership Coaching | B2b Sales Strategy | Prospecting Tips

How prepared should you be for a meeting or event? And, can prepartion actually hinder a deal? In this episode Bill plays a clip from a podcast he recently listened to where they redefine the meaning of preparation. They guys discuss their thoughts on how prepared you should be prior to a call.  Do you want to get our "Insider Secrets?" Go to 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 October, do you think it's too late to meet your year-end goals?  In this episode, Bill and Bryan give you their thoughts on selling in Q4 and whether they think it's too late.  They also give you some ways you can still prospect as the year-end approaches without sounding needy and desperate.  ================================= 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 =================================

Ever wonder what Bill is currently reading? Or, maybe what tech Bryan is using to communicate with his clients? Well, this is the episode for you! In this episode, the guys give you their list of favorite tools, tech, reading, and resources that you can use to succeed. ================================= 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 the 2022 year-end is approaching, have you started to prepare for the next year of business? Maybe you're starting to think about how to make the next year even better than this one.  In this episode, Bill and Bryan give you some ways you can start to prepare to outperform yourself in 2023.  They also give you some ways to avoid underperforming yourself as well.  If you're a sales leader, forward this one on to your team!  ================================= 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 suffer from "Bigdealitis?" Where you get really attached to a big deal, and your normal sales process goes out the window. In this episode, Bill and Bryan break down some of the elements of a large-size deal, and they discuss how it might be different from a normal deal. They'll give you some ways you can keep focused if a big deal comes along and maybe just cure your "Bigdealitis" :)  ================================= 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 inspecting your deals after they are done?  We get it, your first instinct when you hear this topic is probably, No, thank you!  But, in this episode, the guys give you the reasons why you should be inspecting your deals at a deep level. You might just find the areas that are most underdeveloped and, in turn, close more deals.  ================================= 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 =================================    

Let's face it, most of our time is spent alone, but that doesn't mean we can't grow on our own.  In this episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan discuss self-coaching. They also give you some strategies on how you can reflect on your performance and improve without outside help.  ================================= 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 discuss where your expectations fit in your current situation.  When things are going great, it's easy to set your expectations extremely high. But what about when things aren't going so well? That's when expectations can become unrealistic.  The guys give you some ways you can get your expectations back in check. ================================= 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 discuss Sales Culture. They share some of the better cultures that they've experienced as well as some bad ones they've seen. They'll challenge you to ask the question, "how am I contributing to our team's culture?" If you're not contributing in a positive way, how can you change that? They'll also give you some ways you can improve your culture and in turn your results.  ================================= 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 challenge you to self-reflect to see if you still pushing yourself to grow.  Have you become complacent or are you open to learning new skills and techniques?  The guys give you some ways you can get back into growth mode and how to look at learning in a new light.  ================================= 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 revisit the poll that they discussed in the last episode. They decide to take the third response and devote an entire episode, all about inspiration.  Over the last couple of years with the pandemic and the impending recession, it can easy to lack inspiration.  The guys give you some ways you can look at your life in a different way and draw the inspiration you need to stay focused.  They'll be running more polls in the LI group soon so if you're not part of it, join now! http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin  ================================= 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! 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 and Bryan share the results they received from a recent poll they ran in the ASP LinkedIn group.  The question was, "As you look to last half of '22, what is the ONE THING that you want help with?"  They discuss not having enough leads, sales processes that last too long, and they will be devoting an entire episode all about inspiration next week. They'll be running more polls in the LI group soon so if you're not part of it, join now! http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin  ================================= 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! 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 and Bryan discuss whether they think we are on the verge of a recession and what it could mean for your business.  Most businesses have been in steady growth mode for over a decade now but things might not be looking so great in the next year or so.  The guys talk through how to handle the impact and Bill even challenges you to think about what part of your business could actually benefit from being in a recession. ================================= 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 and Bryan share their list of gurus that they personally follow.  Whether you're looking for inspiration, advice, or just needing to reset, having a guru to follow can be incredibly useful. ================================= 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 =================================

Have you ever had a sales method or technique that your manager didn't agree with? Well, that's exactly what this episode is all about.  Bryan and Bill discuss what to do when you are not supported by your leadership. It can be a delicate situation, and they want to help you navigate it.  ================================= 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 is flying solo.  He plays a clip from the most recent ASP Insider coaching call all about disempowering beliefs.  He also challenges you to think about the biggest roadblocks in your life and how they might be tied to a limiting belief.  If you're not already an ASP Insider member, you can join now to get access to this call and all the upcoming calls as well! Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join now.  ================================= 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 and Bryan finish their 2 part series all about discipline.  In part 1 the guys discuss how to evaluate your discipline level in all areas of your life. The idea here is to find the gaps where you might be lacking the necessary discipline to help you succeed.  In part 2 the guys give you a method of developing an action plan to fill in those gaps and work on building the discipline you need. If you haven't already listened to part 1, be sure to go back and take a listen! ================================= 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 and Bryan start a 2 part series all about discipline.  In part 1 the guys discuss how to evaluate your discipline level in all areas of your life. The idea here is to find the gaps where you might be lacking the necessary discipline to help you succeed.  In part 2 the guys will give you a method of developing a plan to fill in those gaps and work on building the discipline you need. Be sure to listen in next week! ================================= 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 =================================

Recently, Bill was in a coaching session with another sales trainer, and he was astounded by what he heard. The coach was teaching the group how to persuade the customer to do business with you and ways to manipulate them into getting your way. These techniques haven't changed since the 60s and '70s.  In this episode, Bill and Bryan discuss what's wrong with these techniques and how you can create a modern sales process that doesn't contain any sleazy gimmicks.  ================================= 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 =================================

Let's face it, for the last 10 years or more, we've been in somewhat of a tailwind. All things have been easier than ever to sell.  But, things might not be so easy in the coming months or years.  In this episode, Bill and Bryan help you to take inventory of your current skills and challenge you to evaluate what skills you'll need to become truly Sales Ready for any market! ================================= 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 =================================