
The Cold Calling Podcast
The Cold Calling Podcast by MonsterConnect helps sales reps and leaders understand the sales world. Join us for 30 minutes of open table discussions with renowned sales experts on trending topics and another 30 minutes of LIVE COLD CALLING.
Hosted by Larry Long Jr, Sales Acceleration Trainer and Author of JOLT!
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Latest episodes

Apr 15, 2022 • 7min
Lighten the Mood: Should Your Referral Be a Secret?
In this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Brodi Carter joins Collin as reaches out to a couple of prospects. Collin gets a referral with one and asks if it should be their secret, an effective strategy to keep the mood light and stay top of mind too. In another call, Collin tries to keep the prospect talking with a permission-based opener and gauge her further interest in what Salescast can offer. To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast

Apr 14, 2022 • 4min
Get the Referral by Sharing Your Best Podcast Growth Stories
In this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Collin cold calls a podcast host who was impressed that his cellphone number was used in prospecting. He asks direct to the point questions to see if there is value in the conversation and found it worthwhile after hearing Salescast's track record in growing sales podcasts.To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast

Apr 13, 2022 • 5min
When a Double-Tap Is Just Inappropriate with Brodi Carter
In this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Collin reaches out to a prospect and deploys the reverse psychology method which has so far been successful. While this got the prospect engaged, she ended the call and even said bye. When a prospect does this with finality, Collin and Brodie agree that it seems inappropriate to do the double-tap and say 'hey, looks like we got disconnected.'To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast

Apr 12, 2022 • 5min
Champion How to Triple Downloads in 30 Days
On this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Collin cold calls a prospect who found it serendipitous to speak to Salescast. He was wondering where he could take his show and how to drive more revenue. This led Collin to share some of the best successes of the company, including tripling a show's monthly downloads and growing another by 20%, and book a meeting.To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast

Apr 11, 2022 • 7min
'Hey, how are you?' Is Still an Effective Opener
On this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Collin revisits the old "hey, how are you" opener with Brodi Carter, AE at LeaseUp. Collin combines this opener with the proven effective script he has been using the past few weeks. Unfortunately, the prospect had just signed an agreement with a competitor so Collin decided to ask to connect on LinkedIn so Salescast can still remain top of mind.To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast

Apr 9, 2022 • 3min
Being Put on Hold and the Long, Awkward Pause
On this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Collin and Ed reach out to prospects and get a variety of funny responses. They try the double-tap and some prospects put them on hold indefinitely while others just simply hang up or put them on mute!To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast

Apr 7, 2022 • 6min
Gain a Prospect's Interest in Guesting on Cybersecurity Podcasts
In this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Ed reaches out to a prospect in the cybersecurity space. He gains his interest when Ed mentioned that Salescast can help clients to guest in shows even in such a niche industry as cybersecurity. The prospect wanted to see preliminary information on the possibilities with Salescast so Ed agreed to send him an email first. In this way, he can decide if he wants to move forward with a meeting!To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast

Apr 7, 2022 • 9min
Rookie Podcasting Mistakes to Avoid and the Double-Tap—Yay or Nay?
In this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Ed cold calls several prospects and utilizes the double-tap for initially uninterested prospects. Unfortunately, he gets sent to voice mail afterward. For a podcast host just starting their show that did take his call, Collin suggests the angle of initiating a conversation that can possibly teach them common mistakes to avoid when starting their podcasting journey.To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast

Apr 5, 2022 • 2min
Be Curious About a Podcast Host's Show Management
In this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Collin reaches out to a podcast host and asks him how he is currently managing his show. He finds out that he has a team that manages everything and is then given a referral to see if there is a good fit with Salescast.To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast

Apr 4, 2022 • 5min
Being Put on Hold—When It's Okay and Not Okay to Wait
In this episode of the Cold Calling Podcast, Collin double taps on a prospect who initially hung up on him. The second call was a bit more successful as he was able to actually have a conversation, however, the prospect left him on hold afterward. Collin shares that it's possible for him to lean in on that call a while longer but in the interest of time, he decided to just follow up again at a later time.To learn more about Monster Connect and to claim your free dial session visit: https://monsterconnect.com/salescast