The Sales Hunter Podcast

Join Mark and sales presentation maestro, Tom Martin, to explore why tailoring your pitch to meet the specific needs of your audience can make all the difference. Mark and Tom dissect the common missteps, and uncover how addressing audience challenges head-on crafts a compelling narrative. Learn how to let your slides support rather than overshadow your message, with memorable content that places a spotlight on key ideas. Tom shares his wisdom on focusing presentations around a central message, keeping things simple and clear. This approach not only enhances your connection with the audience but ensures your message lingers.   ◩ About the Guest ◩ Tom Martin is a keynote speaker and founder of Converse Digital. He teaches organizations how to turn conversations into customers by leveraging digital sales and marketing tools. Learn more at www.PerfectPitchWorkshops.com   👊This episode was brought to you by Fist Bump. Learn more about them at this link. ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!  

How can you make price a secondary concern in a customer’s buying decision? Mark talks about how to transform discount demands into opportunities for understanding customer priorities.  Learn how to pivot the conversation from price cuts to uncovering what truly drives your clients, allowing you to connect your product or service to their top needs. See how it's not about selling the shovel—it's about selling the hole it digs. 👊This episode was brought to you by Fist Bump. Learn more about them at: https://getfistbumps.com/thesaleshunter/

We welcome Gail Casper who brings her dynamic perspective on elevating sales confidence through risk. Discover the intriguing concept of "cockatoo selling," a unique strategy aimed at boosting confidence and nurturing long-term client relationships. Gail shares her personal journey of stepping out of her comfort zone, highlighting how calculated risks have driven her career to new heights. Mark and Gail explore how a supportive network can amplify sales success, and discuss practical strategies like cold calling, networking, and attending trade shows, all aimed at fostering meaningful connections. ◩ About the Guest ◩ Gail Kasper is a two-time TEDX speaker and author of Sell Like a Cockatoo. Click here for her free resource: The Three Most Overlooked Sales Tools that Close More Deals   🧠 Register now for the Sales Logic Expert Exchange! This month: Larry Levine.  Topic: what it truly takes to succeed in a post-trust world, where traditional sales tactics no longer cut it.  October 28th at 4 p.m. EST! Don’t miss it. Register here.   👊This episode was brought to you by Fist Bump. Learn more about them at: https://getfistbumps.com/thesaleshunter/  

Is your sales strategy lagging behind in this fast-paced economy? Discover the critical errors salespeople often make, starting with the failure to pinpoint and address your customer's top priorities. Do you ensure your solution is both timely and aligned with the pressing needs of your clients? It’s all about knowing how to identify their priorities with precision and relevance. Listen in for the four mistakes you should avoid as you navigate the current sales landscape.    🧠 Register now for the Sales Logic Expert Exchange! This month: Larry Levine.  Topic: what it truly takes to succeed in a post-trust world, where traditional sales tactics no longer cut it.  October 28th at 4 p.m. EST! Don’t miss it. Register here.   👊This episode was brought to you by Fist Bump. Learn more about them at: https://getfistbumps.com/thesaleshunter/   

Breakthrough expert Brian Biro challenges the notion of overachieving, suggesting we all have untapped potential waiting to be unleashed. Mark & Brian discuss how by honing in on elements we can control—vision, energy, and relationships—we can orchestrate personal and professional breakthroughs. Plus, discover how the simple act of putting on socks properly speaks volumes about the power of details and fundamentals.   ◩ About the Guest ◩ Brian Biro is a master storyteller, professional speaker, and best-selling author. Find out more at www.brianbiro.com    ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them! 👊This episode was brought to you by Fist Bump.

How does one eat an elephant? One bite at a time. In this episode, learn why a staggering 17% of salespeople generate 81% of the business. You can be part of this elite group as well by concentrating on one meaningful task at a time.  Mark teaches how you can take control of your productivity and set a winning pace for the rest of the day. Discover how this singular focus can prevent the chaos of chasing too many leads and enhance the quality of your customer interactions.   ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them!  

Mark is here to guide you through the intricacies of sales prospecting, and especially the power of a well-defined ICP. By understanding the patterns and needs of your top customers, you can significantly improve your prospecting efforts. Demonstrating honesty and ensuring your solutions genuinely fit your customer's needs can drastically enhance your reputation and build lasting business relationships.  Answer the nine questions Mark outlines to determine if a prospect is worth your time and efforts.   Do you know the industry? Do their needs align with your best customers? Are their job titles relevant? Listen to the episode for #4-#9!    ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. We actually read them! 👊This episode was brought to you by Fist Bump.

By following these straightforward strategies, you can maintain a more manageable and effective prospecting pipeline. How can you be sure you're not just chasing numbers, but building meaningful connections that lead to success? Mark discusses focusing on meaningful dialogues, targeting individuals you can truly help, and managing your expectations about the pace of results so you can transform your prospecting efforts. ⭐ Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast app.  

Want higher win rates, larger deal sizes, and faster closing times? Join Jason Bay in his conversation with Mark about outbound sales. Discover the mindset shifts and strategies that differentiate elite sales professionals from the rest. Jason and Mark unpack the essentials of proactive engagement and the importance of sales teams actively filling their pipelines. Let’s dive into the strategic elements that make outbound sales thrive in any economic condition. Plus, leadership is crucial in these efforts, and you'll hear how frontline leaders can lead by example and effectively coach their teams.    ◩ About the Guest ◩ Jason Bay is founder and CEO of Outbound Squad. He was recognized by Salesforce as a Top 27 Sales Influencers to Follow in 2024. Find out more at https://outboundsquad.com/  

Could giving away referrals actually lead to receiving more of them in return? Mark shares how by maintaining open lines of communication with both the referrer and the referred, you'll foster goodwill and keep everyone in the loop.   Learn why setting a goal of giving three referrals each week can be transformative for your sales success.  Could you do it?   💡 Love The Sales Hunter Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast app!