15: A Josh Braun masterclass in bringing a completely cold prospect to a yes with Josh Braun, Founder @Josh Braun Sales Training
Jul 7, 2021
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Josh Braun, Founder of Josh Braun Sales Training, shares insights on cold prospecting techniques like the 'poke the bear' method and personalized sales approaches. He also discusses the power of asking illuminating questions, the impact of Chris Voss' techniques on relationships, crafting engaging cold emails, and the 'Badass B2B Guide' for sales success.
Understanding prospects' problems and providing solutions aligning with their needs is crucial for effective sales engagement.
'Poke the Bear' method involves thought-provoking questions to challenge prospects' perspectives and spark curiosity for reevaluation.
Deep dives
Identifying Sales Pain Points
Sales expert Josh Braun discusses techniques to address sales pain points, such as dealing with rejection and sales fatigue. He emphasizes the importance of understanding prospects' problems and providing solutions that align with their needs. By highlighting unknown issues that could lead to future disasters, sales professionals can engage prospects effectively and build valuable connections.
The Poke the Bear Method
Josh Braun introduces the 'Poke the Bear' method as a strategy to capture prospects' attention, both in calls and emails. This approach involves asking thought-provoking questions that challenge prospects' current perspectives. Employing a truth statement, a questioning technique, third-party validation, and a soft call to action, the method aims to spark curiosity and prompt prospects to reassess their existing strategies.
Handling Objections Effectively
Braun emphasizes understanding objections as statements rather than barriers to overcome. By recognizing objections as prospects' truths, sales professionals can build trust and open honest dialogues. Strategies like practicing objection responses using flashcards and labeling underlying emotions help navigate objections smoothly and steer conversations towards productive outcomes.
Engagement Strategies in Sales Outreach
Josh Braun shares insights on engaging prospects through effective outreach strategies. By focusing on personalized truths, thought-provoking questions, and incorporating third-party validations, sales professionals can create compelling and engaging communication. The four T's framework helps structure engaging emails that resonate with prospects and drive meaningful interactions.
William Gay speaks to Josh Braun, Founder @Josh Braun Sales Training all about bringing a completely cold prospect to a yes. In this episode, William talks to Josh about his Badass B2B Growth Guide, the “poke the bear” method and asks questions from Cognism’s SDR team.