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How committed are you to personal growth?  This episode was inspired by one of Bryan's clients, Mike, who has had a 30+ year career in sales but is still one of the most eager to learn ways and grow. The guys give you some ways you can be like Mike, and some way to stay motivated in your personal growth. ========================================= 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! Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

“I need to think about it” is the objection that makes every salesperson's skin crawl. But is it really the reason your deal didn’t close? In this special Opinions vs Reality, Bryan and Bill are joined once again by Devin and Sheena from Reveal: The Revenue Intelligence Podcast. Learn how to address any potential roadblock your seller might have. (Spoiler: It’s time to shift from sales to strategic advisor.) To listen to the Reality, subscribe to Reveal: The RI Podcast here: https://bit.ly/2VKDe6j

In this episode, Bill relays a story of one of his new clients who has asked for help on messaging. They sell a very complex solution to a large group of people in a long selling cycle. He is struggling with how to craft his message so that it’s compelling to the prospect. Bill and Bryan give you a handful of ideas on what to do and what not to do in this episode. ========================================= 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! Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

Do you know the impact cursing has on your sales calls? In this special Opinions vs Reality episode, Bryan and Bill are joined by the hosts of Reveal: The Revenue Intelligence Podcast, Devin Reed and Sheena Badani. The guys give their best opinion on whether cursing hurts or helps the sale and then Devin and Sheena give them a hint on whether they are right. To listen to the Reality, subscribe to Reveal: The RI Podcast here: https://podcast.gong.io/

In this episode, Bill and Bryan talk about how to keep your sales process from getting stuck as you head into the center of it. This usually centers around people and processes not behaving properly. The guys give you some clues on what's going to help you navigate when you are stuck in the middle.  ========================================= 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! Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

We recently did a poll with our LinkedIn group to find out what topics were of the most interest to you. The number one response was “how do I keep myself from getting stuck somewhere in the sales process?“ We decided to break it down into three areas, beginning, middle, and end. Today’s episode is on the beginning of the process. Bill and Bryan give you tips on how to avoid getting stuck and what to do when you have that happen.  ========================================= 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! Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

The topic of coaching seems to be on a lot of people's minds today. But there are two ways to get coaching: one is in a one-to-one environment and the other is in a small group assembly. Today, Bill and Bryan go through what a small group coaching environment might look like, some pros and cons, and some tips if you are considering starting your own small group. 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! ========================================= Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

In this episode, Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale address a LinkedIn post that came from Jeffrey. D where he talked about the role automation and AI has in the sales process. We did an episode a few weeks ago on automation, but here they dive a little bit deeper. The guys give you some other ways to think about how to use AI in your process without taking away the emotion that comes from having a human being with your prospect. ========================================= If you're not part of our ASP Insider, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! 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 answer a question from Karen B. about the "Omnichannel approach" to personal marketing and brand building. The guys dish out a couple of suggestions for you on ways to build your brand using a multi-channel approach without driving yourself nuts. ========================================= If you're not part of our ASP Insider, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

Bill and Bryan discuss sensitive topics in this week's episode. These topics all start with questions like, "What is enough? What does success mean for me? How hard do I have to work to achieve it?" The guys riff on ways you can ask yourself these questions and come up with good answers that apply to you. ========================================= If you're not part of our ASP Insider, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

You just made a new connection on LinkedIn that would be a great prospect, is it too soon to reach out? In this episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bryan Neale and Bill Caskey take on that very listener question from Jean-Pierre in the Netherlands. Too soon and you could ruin a connection, too late and you could miss an opportunity.  Bill and Bryan give some thoughts on this situation and they give some indicators they've noticed when it's the right time to reach out and when it's time to let it be. ========================================= If you're not part of our ASP Insider, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

In this episode all about mindset and mentality, Bill and Bryan reveal some of their struggles with certain aspects of how we think. If you'd like to get more tactical in this area of Mindset, we invite you to join us on Friday, August 6 for our ASP Insider program. We will dive much deeper into how we can improve our mindset and our thinking to succeed wildly in the world. Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! ========================================= Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

On this episode of the Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill and Bryan give you the eight-plus questions that, depending upon the circumstance, you need in your question bank. These questions are generic in nature, but would apply to virtually any B2B sales meeting scenario. If you aren't using these, you are really missing out on finding the prospect's real pain. ========================================= If you're not part of our ASP Insider, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join today! Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

On this episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, the guys give you a preview of a recent webinar call "6 Months of Sales Momentum." They discuss the upcoming 6 Months of curriculum inside The ASP Insider Membership group and how you can jump-start the last half of 2021.  To join the group, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider ========================================= Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

Bill and Bryan on the road going to a sales meeting with one of their clients, which made them think of a good episode topic, "how should I prepare for a sales meeting?"  The guys discuss the proper framework for a sales meeting, a presentation, or a speech at an event. This episode was recorded live on-site in Durham, NC at an ASP listener sales conference, so they decided to give you a behind-the-scenes look at how they plan out an event like this. If you're interested in having Bill or Bryan or both come to your upcoming sales meeting, send us an email. In the title line, put "Come see us" to listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com.

In our last ASP Insider session, we discussed the concept of detachment and how it’s a secret element of empowerment for sales professionals. On this episode, we take three questions that came from insiders that we did not have a chance to answer during the program. We wanted to share some of these with all of our listeners. To save you spot for our FREE "6 Months of Sales Momentum" webinar, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/momentum! ========================================= Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

What is your morning routine? And does it prepare you for anything? In this week's episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale interview Benjamin Spall, author of a book titled "My Morning Routine: How Successful People Start Every Day Inspired." Benjamin interviewed more than 60 successful people to find out what their morning routines are for the day. He shares a few of these with our podcast audience. This is definitely a book we suggest purchasing, mymorningroutine.com. To save you spot for our FREE "6 Months of Sales Momentum" webinar, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/momentum! ========================================= Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! 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 go a little bit deeper into the concept that they have found is the most helpful for their coaching clients when it comes to growing their income. You’ve heard the guys talk about it before: Detachment. The July 9th ASP Insider training is a much deeper dive into ways you can become detached so you can experience a heightened potential in your future. Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join now! To save you spot for our FREE "6 Months of Sales Momentum" webinar, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/momentum! ========================================= Do you have a question you want to be answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================

In this episode, sales trainers, Bill Caskey and Bryan Neale address a common question that they get from salespeople who are required to make hundreds of cold calls a week, "I'm sick and tired of cold calling and I can't keep doing it any longer." The guys go deep into the psychology of cold calls and discuss the need to find other methods of prospecting that won't result in burning out your people in a year. ========================================= Have you joined our ASP Insider Program yet? Learn more at http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider Do you have a question you want answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! 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 talk about a topic that came from one of our ASP Insider members. He was wondering how he could bump his income without needing to find an enterprise sales position and having to travel all over the country. The guys discuss some psychological concepts to money and the idea of how our beliefs limit our income. ========================================= Have you joined our ASP Insider Program yet? Learn more at http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider Do you have a question you want answered on the podcast? Email us at listener@advancedsellingpodcast.com and we'll try to answer it on an upcoming episode! Looking for more sales training like this podcast? Download our FREE audio program, The Ultimate Pre-Game. http://ultimatepregame.com =========================================