Sales Logic - Selling Strategies That Work

Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways to Use Client Testimonials Question: Lanora from Toronto, Canada asks, " I am struggling with my sales managers—I feel like he wants me to focus on the wrong sales strategies for our market and I have been doing HIS sales process for more than six months—and I am not getting results. I have tried to talk with him about my ideas - but he is NOT open. I am also about to go on a PIP for not hitting my numbers.. HELP what do I do?" Book: Building A Story Brand 2.0 by Donald Miller 💡Join Mark and Meridith on June 23 for a dynamic conversation featuring special guest Sonia Dumas. This session goes beyond AI as a tool—you'll learn how to use AI as a strategic advantage Grab your spot at this link

Discover strategies for mastering the complex sales landscape, addressing challenges posed by multiple decision-makers. Learn how to build trust and establish relationships that drive decisions. Explore emotional nuances in sales and how reputation affects sluggish processes. Get insights on creating urgency to revive stalled deals and the pivotal role of procurement. Finally, dive into effective personal branding techniques, emphasizing authenticity and engagement on social media while committing to continuous learning.

Discover the crucial elements of crafting effective sales presentations, including addressing customer pain points and encouraging dialogue. Learn about the impact of body language and storytelling techniques to engage your audience. Explore strategies to refine sales approaches using data and AI insights. Plus, hear tips on updating your sales strategy to adapt to modern markets. This insightful guide delivers actionable advice for startups struggling to close deals after getting through the door.

Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways to Boost Your Confidence Question: Felipe asks on Spotify, "I have a quick question. I have started in a new job in mid-February for introduction of a new product in the market and cooperate with a coworker who is the Team Leader of the project (we both report to the same boss). My colleague is calling me every day to ask my plan of the day, if I will have a visit with the customer, how many projects I have created. I do not mind being accountable, but I do not know if it is productive everyday reviewing of my job. What you think?" Book: Sales Management Simplified by Mike Weinberg

⚡Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways to Set the Right Sales Cadence Question: "Hi Meredith and Mark, I am really enjoying the show and learning so much. However, I haven't yet earned a dollar as I struggle to "ask for the sale". I am a solopreneur providing professional services and my sales cycles are long. I don't want to blow a good relationship by being too pushy. Any tips would be very welcome." Book: The Lost Art of Closing by Anthony Iannarino 🔥Sales Logic EXPERT Exchange, NEXT WEEK on May 27th at 04:00 PM! This month's guest: Carson Heady→ on "What it really takes to rise to the top 1% in today's fast-changing sales landscape." 🔥Register here to grab your spot! 🔥

Lightning Round: Top 10 Client Acquisition Strategies Question: John from Milwaukee asks, "I am in the packaging industry, and it is tough right now with the threat of tariffs, the economy, inflation—so much going on with our customers—yet our leaders just keep pushing our sales quotas higher and higher. I have never missed my sales goal, but wow, this year I am worried about it— any advice?" Book: Predictable Sales by Michael Anderson 🔥Sales Logic EXPERT Exchange, coming up on May 27th at 04:00 PM! This month's guest: Carson Heady What's our topic? What it really takes to rise to the top 1% in today's fast-changing sales landscape. Register here to grab your spot!

Balancing Ambition with Personal Well-Being. Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways to Manage Your Energy, NOT Your Time Question: "How do you keep the enjoyment of being in sales: balancing work and life? What are your best tips on how to ensure you retain a healthy balance, as sales can be stressful and intense?" Book: The Joy of Selling by Steve Chandler

Handling Underperforming Salespeople Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways to Become More Disciplined Question from a New Listener: "How do you grow a sales team when ownership struggles to let go of underperformers? These employees were never really trained, but sales is our only revenue stream, and the owners hesitate to make tough calls. They want change but aren't ready to act—often making excuses in hopes things will improve." Book: Mentally Fit by Meridith Elliott Powell

From Disinterest to Dialogue…Master the Art of Engaging Prospects. Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways to Shorten the Sales Cycle Question: Tawanda from Baltimore M.D. asks, " I do not know what has happened in the last 30 days but I cannot get anyone to answer a call, an email, or a text. What is going on with prospects? I have goals to hit. What ideas do you have that can help?" Book: Exactly What To Say by Phil Jones 🔥Register for this month's Sales Logic Expert Exchange with Mike Weinberg! Let's have a no-fluff conversation on what salespeople and sales managers are getting wrong in today's market—and what to do instead.

🌩️Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways to Build Your Network Question: Maria from Cartagena, Colombia asks, "I just got the job of my dreams. I have been working in operations for a large manufacturing firm for years. I have wanted to be in sales, and I have finally gotten my shot. But wow this is different—so much freedom with time and it is up to me to structure my day, my week. What is your best advice?" Book: Build What Matters: Creating A Life of Significance by Sydne Jacques 🔥Register for this month's Sales Logic Expert Exchange with Mike Weinberg! Let's have a no-fluff conversation on what salespeople and sales managers are getting wrong in today's market—and what to do instead.