S3 E24 - How B2B Sales Training Is Changing and The Early Days of LinkedIn with John Barrows

Jul 11, 2024

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In this episode of the "Social Selling Podcast," host Daniel Disney is joined by the legendary sales trainer and influencer John Barrows to discuss the art of social selling and how to effectively build an authentic brand on LinkedIn.

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Best Moments:

(01:23) Daniel welcomes John Barrows, one of the earliest LinkedIn members, who shares his experience of joining LinkedIn in its early days

(04:39) John recounts the transition from traditional networking events to LinkedIn, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and building genuine connections

(07:11) The impact of COVID-19 on sales training and the need for in-person experiences to develop essential interpersonal skills

(10:53) John's approach to LinkedIn: focusing on providing valuable content, sharing personal journeys, and curating information rather than preaching

(15:01) The importance of proactive networking and encouraging salespeople to attend events and build real-life connections

(20:27) The potential impact of AI and ChatGPT on sales and social selling, and the need for transparency and authenticity

(26:27) John's upcoming interview with Guy Kawasaki and the experiment of comparing Kawasaki's responses to those generated by a Kawasaki-trained ChatGPT

(30:05) The importance of transparency and trust in the age of AI, and John's proposal for a "verified human" badge on LinkedIn

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Guest Bio:

John Barrows is a renowned sales trainer, speaker, and author with over two decades of experience in the sales industry. He was one of the first members of LinkedIn and has been actively sharing his insights and expertise on the platform since its early days. John's practical and engaging approach to sales training has made him a sought-after resource for sales professionals and organizations worldwide.

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