The Art of Sales with Art Sobczak

Art breaks down a real-life sales experience with a local painting company and uncover the critical sales mistakes that cost them the job. From the first contact to the follow-up (or lack thereof), we’ll dissect what went wrong—and more importantly, how sales pros can avoid making these same costly errors. You’ll learn: -Why rigid qualifying questions can push buyers away -The power of asking the right questions—and actually listening -How unnecessary upselling can lose trust and sales -Why speed and simplicity in quoting are game-changers -The importance of following through on promises Listen in and make sure you’re not making these common mistakes in your own sales process! 🎧  

Asking prospects “Do you have a problem?” is ineffective, and causes conversations to die. A better approach that gets them to open up is using "assumptive problem quesitons.  These get them to relive their challenges, and create urgency for a solution. Art breaks down the psychology behind these questions, shares examples from different industries, and provides an actionable exercise to create your own. Learn how to turn conversations into results and position yourself as the trusted expert every prospect needs. Art also announced the opening of the new, revised Smart Calling College prospecting and sales training program: http://SmartCallingCollege.com

There are four pillars that comprise being the Ultimate Sales Professional, and not someone who just does sales. Being fearless and rejection-proof, Being others-focused in your thinking and actions, Mastering a proven prospecting and sales process, and messaging, Having the discipline, habits, and radical responsibility to do the work. You'll hear the problems and challenges you might experience when someone is lacking in any of these areas, and what to do to excel in all of them. To learn about Art's new Smart Calling Ultimate Sales Pro Mastery coaching and training program mentioned in this episode, go to http://SmartCalling.com/coaching.

We explore the art of being genuinely interested in others—both in social settings and sales conversations. Inspired by observations at recent holiday parties, Art shares how most people fail to listen effectively, turning conversations back to themselves instead of encouraging others to share. This behavior isn’t just socially frustrating—it’s costly in sales. Learn to recognize critical "problem/trigger words" like “We’re noticing…” or “The problem is…,” and discover simple, powerful questions to dig deeper, uncover pain points, and build trust. By staying curious, listening intently, and prompting prospects to share more, you’ll not only get better information but also create emotional connections that drive results. You'll hear how to master the techniques of “Tell me more about that” and “What’s causing this?” to transform your conversations, make yourself more interesting, and ultimately close more sales.

Join MK Mueller, an internationally respected authority on empowerment and author of the award-winning "8 to Great," as she transforms attitudes worldwide. She reveals how practicing gratitude can elevate resilience and well-being, even amid adversity. MK shares practical tips for cultivating a positive mindset and discusses the powerful impact of her 'power pyramid' concept on energy and connections. Learn engaging gratitude games to boost morale in any setting and discover how positivity can significantly enhance personal and collective success.

The election is over. Some are ecstatic, others angry. Those who rely on the results to determine their happiness and success will be greatly disappointed. Ultimately, if you want change, YOU need to change. No outside influence affects your destiny like you do. In this episode you'll hear how to take control of your own success. And, if this message resonates, get notified of my new coaching program that covers this very necessary aspect that is absolutely required to be the Ultimate Sales Professional. https://smartcalling.training/sales-pro-mastery-notify/

Discover the art of questioning in sales by swapping 'Why?' for 'How?' This shift creates a friendlier dialogue, encouraging openness rather than defensiveness. Gain insights into enhancing communication and building stronger relationships. Learn how to ask questions that lead to valuable information and increased sales. Transform your conversations and elevate your sales game with this simple yet powerful technique.

Probably the biggest roadblock to success for most salespeople is the fear of rejection. But, rejection doesn't actually exisit. It is the story that someone attaches to an experience. When we take control, and tell ourselves different, better, and positive stories, rejection doesn't happen. You'll hear exactly how to do this, and how to never be rejected again.

Someone who is always the victim has little chance to succeed in professional sales. Sales, when done at the highest level is all about taking responsibility, ownership, and leading. If someone is not getting the results they want, it is on them. Not because of anything, or anyone else. In this episode you'll hear what to do to identify victim tendencies, and specific actions to take full ownership, all of the time.

Art, an experienced sales coach, shares insightful strategies for overcoming common price objections. He emphasizes transforming objections into constructive conversations by asking probing questions. This approach helps uncover the underlying concerns of prospects, encouraging them to reconsider their beliefs. Art offers practical techniques that focus on dialogue rather than adversarial rebuttals. Don’t miss his free objections masterclass for a deeper dive into mastering sales conversations!