The Sales Hunter Podcast

The unchanging pillars of trust and integrity are more crucial than ever. Bob Berg, the mastermind behind the Go-Giver series, joins us for an engaging discussion on the timeless art of relationship building in sales. He shares insights into how empathy, kindness, and caring are not just "soft skills" but essential tools for creating authentic, meaningful connections with clients. Bob passionately argues that while technology can help facilitate interactions, it should never replace the irreplaceable human touch that builds lasting relationships. It's not about meeting quotas; it's about serving others with authenticity and integrity. By focusing on networking as a service and making referrals a habitual practice, you can deepen relationships and expand your community effectively.  👤 About the Guest Bob Burg is a Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker, and co-author of The Go-Giver. ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!

Many fall prey to overly lengthy AI-generated emails that miss the mark entirely. Join Mark on this episode as he explores the biggest mistake sales professionals make with AI-driven emails. Learn from successful A-B testing results that show the power of brevity in stimulating high response rates. ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!  

Let’s uncover the intersection of sales success and AI technology. This episode welcomes Damon Lembi as we stress the importance of mastering sales fundamentals while embracing tools like Fathom and Gong to stay competitive in the digital age. Discover how AI can serve as a supportive partner, enhancing rather than replacing human skills like empathy and customer engagement.  We also explore how becoming a thought leader is more accessible than ever, encouraging sales professionals to build their personal brands and connect with prospects through unique insights.   👤 About the Guest Damon Lembi is the CEO of Learnit, a live learning platform, a 2x best-selling author, and lives in the San Francisco area.  ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!  

Learn how to transform your sales approach from being a pushy pest to a purposeful strategist. Discover the crucial difference between selling and genuinely helping clients. Get actionable strategies to overcome the fear of being annoying while keeping your follow-ups effective. Dive into personal experiences that highlight the balance between persistence and providing value in prospecting. Every interaction can be rooted in confidence and integrity!

Stu Heinecke discusses how personalized outreach can be the key to unlocking transformative business opportunities. Drawing from his updated book, "How to Get a Meeting with Anyone," Stu reveals how to break through the noise of mass emails with creativity and audacity. Join the conversation of how artful storytelling and personalized strategies can truly capture attention and forge meaningful connections in today’s digital chaos. As we navigate through the complexities of post-COVID networking and sales landscapes, Stu and Mark explore the evolving roles of publicists and assistants, not as obstacles, but as vital gateways to opportunity. We address how increased automation and digital saturation challenge traditional outreach. Tune in for actionable tactics that will empower you to connect with the people who matter most, and discover how you can significantly scale your business or career. 👤 About the Guest Stu Heinecke is an author, speaker, and Wall Street Journal cartoonist.  ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!  

How to become indispensable in the customer's purchasing journey. Mark challenges you to move beyond transactions and embrace the role of a transformational leader. Uncover strategies to help customers see possibilities they never imagined and explore the critical shift from simply exchanging money to creating value that goes beyond the product.  AI and company websites threaten to replace traditional roles. It's time to redefine what it means to be a salesperson by enhancing our skills and focusing on the power of questions. By doing so, we can ensure our relevance and position ourselves as essential partners in our customer's success.  ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!

Is AI revolutionizing sales, or is it simply accentuating poor practices from the past? Join us for a conversation with sales expert Andy Paul as we tackle this question head-on. Discover why focusing solely on building your sales pipeline might be missing the bigger picture, and learn how genuine selling skills can make the difference.  Andy and Mark unravel the dilemma of low win rates and explore the true competitor every salesperson faces: the customer's inclination to make no decision at all. Together, we question if AI truly benefits the salesperson or leaves the customer behind, and we highlight guiding buyers towards informed decisions and transformational change. 👤 About the Guest Andy Paul is the host of The Win Rate Podcast and author of Sell without Selling Out. He has 25 years of experience as a speaker, advisor, consultant and coach. 

Learn how to manage your prospects effectively by categorizing them into A, B, and C levels, ensuring you're only investing your precious time and resources on the most promising leads. With Mark’s insights, you'll discover why treating all prospects the same is a missed opportunity and how leveraging a CRM system can streamline your efforts. This episode promises to arm you with strategies that enhance productivity and boost your sales success. ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!

Join us as we explore the art of negotiation in sales with our special guest, Stan Christensen, an adjunct professor at Stanford and host of the "All Things Negotiation" podcast. We discuss the common misconception that price is the most critical element of closing a deal. Instead, we emphasize the significance of building long-term client relationships over short-term gains.  Stan shares his expertise on why postponing price discussions until other aspects of the relationship are established is crucial. By focusing on understanding and empathy, rather than tactics, negotiators can create fair and successful outcomes. With Stan, we also explore cultural differences in negotiation styles and the significance of understanding these nuances.  Check out Stan's podcast, All Things Negotiation! YouTube: https://bit.ly/4kMStSbSpotify: https://bit.ly/4mw9lhFApple: https://bit.ly/4bZAm88 ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!

Optimize your pipeline management and discover the secret formula to maintaining a thriving sales funnel by prioritizing inbound qualified leads and effectively managing prospect engagement. In this episode, Mark explains how by focusing on the top of the funnel, you'll ensure a steady flow of new opportunities, preventing the dreaded dry spell that many salespeople face when they concentrate solely on closing existing deals. By balancing your attention across all stages of the sales process, you'll enhance your ability to sell with confidence. ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!