The Futur with Chris Do

304 - Building Trust in Sales - with John Driscoll

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Aug 21, 2024
In this engaging conversation, John Driscoll, CEO and co-founder of Naked Development, shares his journey from childhood entrepreneurship to mobile app consultancy. He emphasizes the crucial role of authenticity in sales and the power of building trust with clients. Driscoll highlights the importance of understanding customer needs for effective inbound marketing. He also discusses personal growth, the value of diverse learning methods, and the parallels between dating and professional relationships, stressing the significance of genuine connections.
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ANECDOTE

Early Sales Hustle

  • As a child, John Driscoll exhibited sales skills by going door-to-door, offering weed-pulling services.
  • He later hired his friends, becoming a general contractor at a young age.
ANECDOTE

Shoe Sales and Mentorship

  • Driscoll's next sales experience was at a shoe store in the mall.
  • There, he learned upselling, handling rejection, and the value of mentorship.
ADVICE

Interviewing and Likeability

  • Relax during interviews and focus on genuine conversation rather than desperation.
  • Show interest in people, and they will likely reciprocate, building likeability and trust.
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