You have a fantastic business idea and often daydream about how life will be once you make it. However, once you start putting in the work, staying excited about your big idea becomes a lot harder.

How can you stay disciplined to ensure you become a successful sales professional? Tune into this episode of The Sales Evangelist Podcast to find out.

Your esteemed host, Donald Kelly, engages in a captivating conversation with Dre Baldwin, a renowned speaker celebrated for his vibrant energy. Dre shares his remarkable journey from basketball to YouTube fame, offering profound insights on mindset content, the third-day concept, and the crucial aspect of professional discipline.

Click play to discover more about staying disciplined when reaching your goals!

From Basketball to Mindset Content

• Dre shares his background as a basketball player and transitioning to creating content on YouTube.
• Initially, he wanted the channel to only focus on basketball videos, but after sharing life advice, he realized he could broaden his service to a wider audience.
• His ability to reach people through these videos laid the foundation for his future endeavors.

The Third Day Concept (2:45 - 5:11)

• You know how on the first and second day of starting something new, you’re super pumped about getting everything done. But come the third day, you’re ready to throw in the towel. Now, all your plans are on the back burner until you finally decide to work on it.
• This is what my guest, Dre Baldwin, means when discussing the third-day concept. It’s the critical moment when the initial excitement of starting new wears off, and the real commitment begins. 
• Those who continue to give their best effort even when they don’t feel like it are often more successful.
• Listen to Dre’s advice on overcoming the third-day concept to help you become a top sales professional.
• Also, if you want to dive deeper into this topic, consider getting his newest book, “The Third Day: The Decision That Separates the Pros from the Amateurs.” The book is free at thirddaybook.com, with just the shipping cost.

Strategy and Execution (15:35 - 18:15)

• To achieve any goal, Dre recommends working backward from the desired outcome by asking, 'What would need to be true?' 
• This reverse engineering helps deconstruct the steps required and establishes a framework for consistent execution. 
• Dre also stresses the importance of developing an operational system to ensure the strategy is followed meticulously.

Listen to Dre Baldwin on this episode of The Sales Evangelist Podcast to gain insights and practical advice to elevate your sales game. His discussion on deep emotional drivers and the importance of accountability can transform how you approach your goals. 

If you’re ready to unlock a higher level of performance and consistency, this episode is a must-listen. Don’t miss out—tune in and take the first step towards lasting success!

"We know what needs to happen, but now, what pieces can we put in place that support those pieces?" - Dre Baldwin.

Resources

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Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

YouTube

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