

Sales Players
Jesse Woodbury
The #1 resource for top players in Tech Startup Sales. Hosted by Jesse Woodbury, an expert in early-stage startup selling, Sales Players features weekly, actionable ideas for reps, founders, and operators by exploring the mindset, skills, and tools high performers use to generate pipeline, close deals, and build wealth in Tech Sales.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 25min
Landing on your Feet After a Layoff
Getting laid off sucks. The sudden loss of a job and your income can be a challenging experience. In this episode we brainstorm some ways to get back on your feet after a layoff.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
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Feb 21, 2024 • 42min
Bootstrapping a Startup & Scaling Sales with AI with Brad Scruggs of ZyraTalk
Brad Scruggs is the CMO of Zyratalk, a startup that helps businesses improve their customer experience and increase online leads by opening up additional channels of communication.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
EPISODE LINKS:
• Connect with Brad on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-scruggs-38a5abb1/
• Check out ZyraTalk: https://www.zyratalk.com/
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
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Feb 13, 2024 • 56min
Anyone, Not Everyone & Escaping Founder-Led Sales with Corey Quinn
Corey Quinn is the former CMO of Scorpion, Host of the Vertical Market Podcast, and the author of the book: Anyone, Not Everyone. Corey shares learnings from scaling to $150M.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
EPISODE LINKS:
• Connect with Corey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreyquinn/
• Corey's Book: https://anyonenoteveryone.com/
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
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Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 18min
From Grassroots to Greatness, Community Led Growth, Building Boast.AI & Traction & Living in Dubai with Lloyed Lobo
Lloyed Lobo is an entrepreneur, podcast host and community builder, who experienced the Gulf War as a young refugee in Kuwait, witnessing the strength of community in evacuating the population to safety. He Co-founded Boast.Al, leveraging the Community-Led Growth model to propel the company to eight-figure revenue, while also co-founding Traction, a community empowering over 100,000 innovators through connections, content, and capital.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
EPISODE LINKS:
• https://www.lloyedlobo.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/lloyedlobo/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lloyedlobo/
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
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Jan 30, 2024 • 27min
Brainstorming Ideas for Growing Your Network & Influence on LinkedIn
The Sales Players brainstorm ways to maximize LinkedIn.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
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Jan 23, 2024 • 42min
Going From SDR to AE in Only 5 Months & The Best Tacos in Texas with Tony Gomez of WhatConverts
Tony Gomez is an AE at WhatConverts. He shares how he broke into tech sales and went from SDR to AE in 5 months.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
EPISODE LINKS:
• Connect with Tony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-gomez-saas/
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
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Jan 19, 2024 • 53min
How to Get the Most Out of Trade Shows, Meet-Ups & In-Person Events
The Sales Players brainstorm ideas, tactics, and stories from generating hundreds of meetings and millions of dollars in pipeline from in-person events. 2024 will be the biggest year in recent history for conferences, in-person meetups, and trade shows. Here's how to get the most out of your company's investment in events.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
EPISODE LINKS:
• https://www.sba.gov/local-assistance/resource-partners/small-business-development-centers-sbdc
• https://www.toastmasters.org/
• https://www.saleshq.co/
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
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Jan 16, 2024 • 47min
Growing a Bootstrapped SaaS from $0-$20M Using Content & Social Selling with Guillaume Moubeche of lemlist
Guillaume Moubeche is the Co-Founder and CEO of lemlist. He's on a mission to help 1,000,000 entrepreneurs build profitable businesses by 2025. In 3.5 years, he grew lemlist from $0 to $10 million in ARR and 20k+ customers worldwide, without any funding. He opens up his playbook for content creation and social selling with The Sales Players.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
EPISODE LINKS:
• Connect with G: https://www.linkedin.com/in/profit-led-growth/
• Check out Lemlist: https://get.lemlist.com/salesplayers
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
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Jan 13, 2024 • 36min
Here's Our Top 3 Sources for Generating Pipeline This Year
Chase and Jesse share what they expect their top sources for generating new pipeline will be for this year.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
EPISODE LINKS:
• Jesse mentioned an email template he uses for re-engaging old opps. DM Jess in the Slack, LI or via email for a copy.
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP US GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
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Jan 9, 2024 • 33min
Entrepreneurship, Side Hustles & How Sellers Can Start Building Long-Term Wealth
The Sales Players share how sellers can implement systems to build wealth for the long term.
SPONSORS:
• Leadfeeder (Turn Page Views into Pipeline) - https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/rsscjriylqgb - SP fans use this link for an extended, 21-day free trial
• Surfe (LinkedIn Prospecting Streamlined) - https://www.surfe.com/?kfl_ln=jesse-woodbury
EPISODE LINKS:
• Index Funds/Vanguard: https://investor.vanguard.com/investor-resources-education/understanding-investment-types/what-is-an-index-fund
• https://www.richdad.com/pay-yourself-first
CONNECT WITH JESSE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessewoodbury/
• Website: https://jessewoodbury.com/
CONNECT WITH CHASE:
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-barmore
• Website: https://chasebarmore.com
HELP GROW SP:
• Join the Sales Players Slack Community: https://launchpass.com/saas_sales_players
• Subscribe!
• Leave a rating, write a review, and share
• Check out the above sponsors, it's the best way to support the show
GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:
Morgan J. Ingram, Chris Orlob, Ian Koniak, Jeb Blount, Brandon Fluharty, Scott Leese, Sarah Brazier, Jamal Reimer, Jen Allen-Knuth, Andy Paul, Collin Mitchell, Tim Zielinski, Christian Banach, Rajiv 'RajNATION' Nathan, Belal Batrawy, Christine Rogers, Chris Beall, Patrick Baynes, Jeroen Corthout, Nate Nasralla, Gabe Lullo, Vince Beese, Brandon Bornancin, Girish Redekar, Guillaume Moubeche, Lloyed Lobo, Corey Quinn, Danny Delvecchio, Tom Slocum, Todd Busler, Richard Harris, Krysten Conner, Dan Goodman, Kris Rudeegraap
© Sales Players, LLC