
Jonathan Mahan
Co-founder of The Practice Lab focused on applying deliberate practice techniques from elite performance domains to sales and negotiation; presents frameworks and practice blueprints to accelerate skill development.
Top 3 podcasts with Jonathan Mahan
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Nov 7, 2025 • 1h 46min
Sales Masterclass: The 3-Episode Guide to Persuasion, Influence, and Closing Deals
In this masterclass on sales mastery, Joe Nanez, a recruitment expert, explains the art of discovery calls and strategic questioning to uncover client motivations. Sales coach Nikki discusses NLP techniques for building rapport, empowering sales conversations through flexible communication. Jonathan Mahan emphasizes the power of deliberate practice in negotiation, offering frameworks to enhance selling skills. Together, they reveal tips for closing deals with integrity and building lasting client relationships.

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Dec 13, 2023 • 33min
Harnessing Practice for Negotiation Prowess with Jonathan Mahan
Jonathan Mahan, co-founder of the Practice Lab, shares insightful techniques for honing negotiation skills. They discuss the importance of intentional practice, skill development, and elevating team negotiation skills. The types of practice explored include word practice, situation practice, skills practice, and mental practice. Incorporating tools like conducting micro experiments and utilizing The Practice Lab are also highlighted.

Nov 15, 2024 • 34min
Jonathan Mahan: Why Traditional Sales Training is Failing You
Jonathan Mahan, co-founder of The Practice Lab, is an innovative force in sales training, applying concepts from diverse disciplines to boost performance. He discusses how intentional practice is key to mastering negotiation skills. Mahan likens skill-building in negotiation to training in sports, emphasizing the importance of empathy and emotional control. He introduces four types of practice—mental, specific, situation, and skills—and shares practical applications for honing these abilities in everyday scenarios, including engaging with children and handling sales objections.


