
The Sales Management. Simplified. Podcast with Mike Weinberg
Execs, sales leaders, and aspiring sales managers: Ready to create a healthy, high-performance sales culture and drive significant long-term sales growth? Had it with the noise and nonsense that passes for sales advice today and the nonstop pitches promising you a new hack, trick, or tool to solve all that ails your sales? Join practitioner, speaker, coach, and globally trusted sales expert Mike Weinberg, author of the bestselling and most reviewed sales management book, for straight talk, blunt truth, and powerful, practical techniques that will maximize sales management effectiveness and help your team WIN MORE NEW SALES!
Latest episodes

May 29, 2024 • 36min
The Takeaways from 1:1 Accountability Meetings Guide Us to Coach Our Salespeople Specifically Where They Need the Help
Learn how to coach salespeople effectively by leveraging insights from 1:1 accountability meetings, focusing on creating, advancing, and closing deals. Explore the balance between accountability and coaching, proactive outreach strategies, and overcoming common pitfalls in sales meetings. Discover the importance of strategic questioning and upgrading coaching for improved sales conversations.

May 16, 2024 • 35min
What Mike’s Mentor Told Salespeople Who Worry about Outselling Capacity and Who Play “Good Corporate Citizen” Instead of Selling
In this episode, learn about the importance of focusing on primary job roles in sales, overcoming capacity concerns, and the difference between 'hunters' and 'zookeepers' in sales talent management. Explore the challenges faced by salespeople who prioritize customer service over revenue growth, and discover effective sales leadership strategies to maintain high sales momentum and address underperformance promptly.

Apr 30, 2024 • 26min
WHO’S ON YOUR TEAM? [your “personal” team, not your sales team]
In this episode, Mike challenges listeners to consider their personal team for success. He discusses the importance of having supporters, challengers, and mentors in life. The episode is inspired by his own breakthrough and a Netflix docuseries. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on who can help them win in all aspects of life.

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Apr 16, 2024 • 23min
A Prospecting Post-Mortem – Why You/Your Team Are Not Securing Enough Meetings
In this podcast, Mike Weinberg discusses the challenges faced by sales teams in securing meetings with prospective customers. He covers topics such as ineffective prospecting tactics, the importance of personalization in messaging, overcoming objections, and the value of virtual vs. in-person meetings. Listeners are encouraged to examine potential obstacles hindering their sales efforts and provided with resources for improving sales leadership and recruitment.

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Mar 26, 2024 • 35min
What’s Your Primary Purpose on Sales Calls: Proactively Developing Your Salespeople or Advancing and Closing the Sale?
In this episode, Mike discusses the importance of proactive coaching and development in sales management. He challenges managers to focus on developing their salespeople rather than just closing deals. The episode also explores effective coaching strategies for sales managers and highlights the upcoming sales leadership event at the Porsche Experience Center.

Feb 27, 2024 • 29min
Instead of Committing Sales Management Malpractice by Ignoring Underperformance, This Is How to Quickly Address It!
The podcast discusses the critical issue of underperformance in sales management and provides tips on addressing it promptly. It emphasizes the importance of clear communication, accountability, and proactive management to coach struggling team members effectively. The episode also highlights the negative impact of ignoring underperformance and encourages proactive recruitment to maintain a high-performance sales culture.

Jan 30, 2024 • 38min
Mike Tackles 8 Tough Questions from a Sales Team
In this episode, Mike answers eight great questions from a sales team, including when to move on to the next opportunity and how to make training stick. He also discusses the benefits of using a business plan, developing a better sales culture, and going 'upmarket.' Additionally, he shares tips on handing off deals and reveals the number one sales sin.

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Jan 10, 2024 • 31min
20 Timeless Tips to Help You & Your Sales Team Tackle 2024
In this podcast, the host shares 20 powerful sales tips to help you crush 2024. They discuss the importance of sales talent acquisition and share personal stories. They reflect on the previous episode and provide valuable insights on setting goals and allocating time for productivity. They emphasize the importance of focusing on high-value activities for sales success and advise against relying solely on LinkedIn. They stress the mindset shift needed to view yourself as a value creator, problem solver, and trusted advisor when pursuing prospects.

Dec 27, 2023 • 59min
Practical Wisdom from a Highly Rated Financial Advisor, Golf Instructor, and Sales Coach to Help You Win Big in 2024! [Fundamentals Outperform Gimmicks]
Mike Weinberg concludes the year with an episode featuring his trusted advisors: golf coach Brian Fogt and financial advisor Jacob Turner. They discuss the similarities between investors, golfers, salespeople, and sales leaders. They stress the importance of focusing on fundamentals instead of chasing quick fixes and shiny objects. Mike shares what he would focus on as a sales leader in 2024. Topics covered include the dangers of pessimism and gimmicks in sales and investing, understanding financial news agendas, and the value of boring fundamentals in investing and sales coaching.

Dec 14, 2023 • 26min
Taylor Swift is Right: Trash Takes Itself Out Every. Single. Time.
After a few week break, Mike is back with Episode 65 inspired by this pithy and powerful line from Taylor Swift’s interview after being named Time Magazine Person of the Year: “Trash itself out every single time.” While not a “Swiftie” and admitting he can’t name three of her songs, Mike shares his high respect for Taylor and applies her wisdom to what he has seen time and time again over the past decade in world of sales. He also mentions that, simply by coincidence, four different people released their interviews of Mike in the past week, and he encourages you to check out these interesting and valuable conversations about sales and sales management effectiveness: Mike with Jason Bay – Outbound Squad Podcast Mike with Jeb Blount – Sales Gravy Podcast (Part One Audio) and Part Two Video Mike with John Barrows – Make It Happen Podcast, Video here or listen on Apple Podcasts Mike with Fred Diamond – Sales Game Changers Podcast (accompanied by Mike’s friend, sales leader extraordinaire, Joe Tarulli) RESOURCES MENTIONED: The next Supercharge Your Sales Leadership elite one-day intensive is February 21 at The Porsche Experience Center right next to the Atlanta Airport. Info and registration HERE. How to Lead Sales Team Meetings That Energize and Equip Your Salespeople (previous episode) or see Chapter 21 in Sales Management. Simplified.