Sales Gravy: Jeb Blount

Jeb Blount
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16 snips
Jul 24, 2025 • 29min

4 Strategies to Make Prospects Want What You’re Selling

Kristin Andree, a high-performance coach and the chief strategist at MyFA Coach, shares her signature velvet rope framework for attracting prospects. She discusses the exhaustion of traditional sales methods and how elite salespeople create genuine interest instead of pushing for a sale. Kristin emphasizes the power of authentic client engagement, personalized gestures, and leveraging social media to foster meaningful connections. Her insights aim to transform the sales experience, encouraging sales professionals to connect deeply with the right audience.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 14min

Why Sales Confidence Disappears (And What Actually Brings It Back) [Ask Jeb]

Sales slumps happen to everyone, but the key is how you bounce back. Dhruv's story reveals how complacency after success can lead to a confidence crisis. Rather than chasing new tactics, returning to proven fundamentals is crucial. The importance of routine and mindset in overcoming rejection shines through as listeners learn that confidence stems from disciplined practice and consistent action. With relatable sports analogies, the essence of rebuilding confidence through process and persistence becomes clear.
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21 snips
Jul 17, 2025 • 23min

How Agentic AI Will Amplify Your Sales Team

Abhijit Mitra, CEO of Outreach and an advocate for AI in sales, discusses how technology can enhance rather than replace sales teams. He introduces the concept of agentic AI, which empowers salespeople by automating routine tasks while deepening customer relationships. Mitra emphasizes that the focus should be on making top sales professionals unstoppable. He also highlights the importance of clean data for effective AI integration and warns against the pitfalls of poor data in sales strategies.
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7 snips
Jul 15, 2025 • 12min

Comp Plan Mistakes That Sabotage Your Sales Team (Ask Jeb)

Explore the critical mistakes in compensation plans that can cripple a sales team, especially in law firms. Hear how traditional legal mindsets clash with the need for motivating structures, leaving many firms struggling. Delve into balancing financial and non-financial incentives to foster high performance. Gain insights into the psychology behind compensation plans and how leadership plays a vital role in shaping team dynamics. Discover how to avoid common pitfalls to retain top talent and boost revenue generation.
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19 snips
Jul 10, 2025 • 52min

The 3-Call Fallacy: Why Most Sales Reps Quit Prospecting Too Early

Jessica Stokes, a Senior master trainer and U.S. Air Force veteran, tackles the common issue of sales reps quitting prospecting too early. She highlights the 3-Call Fallacy, explaining that many believe it's pointless to reach out after a few tries. Stokes emphasizes that persistence is essential, as prospects often forget previous interactions. She also shares insights on mastering confidence and the importance of consistent touchpoints in creating strong client relationships. Ultimately, it's about shifting mindsets and embracing the journey of persistence.
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6 snips
Jul 8, 2025 • 16min

What Veteran Sellers Need to Know About Going from Referrals to Social Media (Ask Jeb)

A seasoned realtor confronts the daunting shift from referral-based sales to social media. She shares her struggle to condense 20 years of relationship-building into a competitive online strategy. The discussion emphasizes the importance of creating a personal brand, akin to building celebrity fandoms, through consistent posts and audience engagement. Authentic connections are highlighted as crucial for client retention, and adapting traditional strategies to the digital landscape is explored, underscoring the ongoing learning required for success.
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16 snips
Jul 3, 2025 • 22min

4 Warning Signs You Are Pushing Clients Away

Communication styles can make or break client relationships. A story from Justin Goldstein highlights how frequent outreach can be perceived as annoying rather than helpful. It's essential to tune into clients' preferences, valuing quality over quantity. Personalizing communication, like opting for text over calls or adapting the frequency of check-ins, is crucial. The discussion emphasizes that understanding clients and using emotional intelligence are key to avoiding pitfalls and building lasting trust.
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9 snips
Jul 1, 2025 • 17min

How to Stay Emotionally Consistent in Sales—Even on Your Worst Days (Ask Jeb)

What do you do when your emotions sabotage your sales? A sales team discusses the need for emotional consistency to drive performance, especially amid challenges. They explore strategies to enhance growth in competitive markets and the shift from inbound to outbound marketing. The conversation touches on maintaining professionalism despite personal setbacks and how emotional intelligence fosters trust. Insights on routines and mindset show parallels between sales and golf, underscoring the importance of self-talk and supportive environments.
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13 snips
Jun 27, 2025 • 18min

5 Game-Changing Sales Insights from Q2 2025

Discover transformative sales strategies that prioritize consistent activity over immediate outcomes. Learn how focusing on disciplined work habits can eliminate the emotional ups and downs of sales. Explore the counterintuitive ‘go for the no’ technique to attract genuinely interested clients. Understand the vital role of unified messaging in building customer trust, which often trumps price considerations. Finally, uncover pricing strategies that can unlock significant revenue growth, empowering entrepreneurs to scale their businesses effectively.
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6 snips
Jun 24, 2025 • 15min

How to Spot Dead Deals Hiding in Your Pipeline Before It’s Too Late (Ask Jeb)

Sales leaders often fixate on dollar amounts and close dates, neglecting the real quality of deals in their pipeline. This oversight leads to mismanaged forecasts and wasted efforts on 'dead deals' that will never close. The conversation challenges conventional qualification frameworks like MEDIC and BANT, arguing that they can create a false sense of security. Key strategies include engaging stakeholders effectively and mastering pipeline management for accurate forecasting. Transformative leadership in sales is crucial for accountability and unlocking team potential.

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