

The Growth Playbook
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Copy these battle-tested B2B strategies you can plug straight into your business. Luigi and David unpack the winning moves behind today's fastest-growing B2B teams.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 30min
#241: How To Deliver The Right Message To Your Prospects At The Right Time
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsIn this episode, you're going to learn:1. Empathy and building connections through understanding the customer journey are important.2. The timing of engagement matters greatly, as engaging with potential customers early in their buying journey.3. The power of using the right tools like SparkToro to gain valuable insights into customer behaviour and preferences.Resources referenced:Connect with Rand on LinkedinTry Sparktoro for free hereConnect with your hosts:Connect with Luigi Prestinenzi on LinkedinConnect with David Fastuca on LinkedinAbout This PodcastHow To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.

Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 2min
#240: SPECIAL EP | Unlock the Secrets to Business Growth with Partnerships with these Two Industry Titans
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsAre you ready to elevate your business to epic heights? This episode is a treasure trove of insights on how successful partnerships can catapult your company into the limelight – and we’re thrilled to share these golden nuggets with you!Learn from the crème de la crème of the business world, including stories from the trenches with brands like Apple, Google, and Afterpay. Discover how partnerships can provide more than just a boost – they can redefine your business landscape.Take Some Action:Book your free sales clarity call with usConnect with David Fastuca on LinkedinFollow Growth Forum on LinkedinAbout This Podcast:How To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.

Feb 27, 2024 • 48min
#239: The Art of Influence: Reframing Narratives for Complex B2B Sales Success
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsIn this episode, you're going to learn:The difference between a story and a narrativeHow to create a narrative to influence the buying committeeand where AI fits into the whole sales process.Resources referenced:Connect with Micahel Margolis on LinkedinVisit storiedinc.comCheck out the book 10x StoriedMaven Course: Narrative ChangeConnect with your hosts:Connect with Luigi Prestinenzi on LinkedinConnect with David Fastuca on LinkedinAbout This PodcastHow To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.

Feb 20, 2024 • 19min
#238: Why Slowing Down Is The Key To Winning More Deals Faster... Wait What?
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsIn this episode, you're going to learn:Why you need to slow the sales process.Stop selling and start educating.Why closing techniques don't close the sale.Connect with your hosts:Connect with Luigi Prestinenzi on LinkedinConnect with David Fastuca on LinkedinAbout This PodcastHow To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.

Feb 12, 2024 • 25min
#237: How To Get Your Sales Team To Think For Themselves Leveraging the B2B Sales GROW Framework
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsIn this episode, hosts David Fastuca and Luigi Prestinenzi are joined by guest Lloyd Thompson to delve into the art of coaching in sales. They explore the GROW coaching model and emphasize the importance of empowering team members to think for themselves.The conversation covers strategies for coaching sales teams and essential frameworks for providing effective feedback. Whether you're a business owner, sales manager, or individual contributor, this episode offers valuable insights to help you navigate the challenges of coaching and empowering your team.Take Some Action:Book your free sales clarity call with usConnect with Luigi Prestinenzi on LinkedinConnect with David Fastuca on LinkedinFollow Growth Forum on LinkedinAbout This PodcastHow To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.

Feb 6, 2024 • 20min
#236: Don't Be An Annoying Ex-Stalker And Nurture Deals The Right Way For B2B Sales Success
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsIn this episode, you're gonna learn how to shorten the sales cycle by creating a buyer's journey that's based on educating and nurturing through insight. Tune in to discover this episode's valuable insights and actionable B2B sales advice!#HowToSell #SalesTips #PipelinePerformanceBook your free sales clarity call with usLuigi PrestinenziDavid FastucaAbout This PodcastHow To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.

Jan 30, 2024 • 15min
#235: Get Your Life Back With These 3 Tips on Managing Your B2B Sales Prospecting Time
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsIn this episode, we dive into the importance of preparation in prospecting, time blocking, and building a routine to boost pipeline performance. Here are the key takeaways:1️⃣ Preparation is key: Proactive preparation the day before sets the foundation for a productive day. Define key tasks and ensure they're baked into your schedule to avoid a reactive mindset and increase productivity.2️⃣ Time blocking for prospecting: Allocate specific blocks of time for prospecting, research, list-building, and reaching out to prospects. Structuring your day around these blocks enhances efficiency and maximizes output.3️⃣ Consistency breeds reliability: Be consistent and reliable in your approach, treating prospecting time like a non-negotiable meeting with your most important client. This mindset cultivates a rhythm in your operational schedule, driving performance and reducing stress.Tune in to the full episode to gain actionable insights that will help you sell more and achieve greater control over your sales week! #HowToSell #SalesTips #PipelinePerformanceBook your free sales clarity call with usLuigi PrestinenziDavid FastucaAbout This PodcastHow To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.

Jan 22, 2024 • 22min
#234: A MUST Listen for Cold Call Haters: The Anatomy of a B2B Sales Cold Call
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsIn today's episode, we explore the art of cold calling and the importance of intonation, relationship tension, and preparation. Hosts David Fastuca and Luigi Prestinenzi break down the anatomy of a cold call, sharing practical tips on how to structure your approach, match the prospect's tone, face resistance, and secure a follow-up appointment. You'll gain valuable insights on how to navigate cold calls, engage prospects effectively, and build meaningful connections in the world of sales. Luigi PrestinenziDavid FastucaHyperbound.AIAbout This PodcastHow To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.

Jan 15, 2024 • 27min
#233: Why You're Losing Deals Without Buyer Personas: How Understanding Your Customer's Journey is the Key to B2B Sales Success
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsBrought to you by Growth Forum - Sales OS ProgramIn this episode, we dive into the importance of building buyer personas and understanding the buyer's journey. Our guest, Mike Maynard, shares valuable insights on why it's crucial to build personas, the key elements that make up a buyer persona, and how to use personas to create effective buying journeys. Mike, an expert in PR and marketing, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the discussion, shedding light on the impact of personas on sales and marketing efforts. Offering practical advice, he reveals the significance of understanding customer pain points and the outcomes they seek, emphasizing the need to align marketing and sales efforts with the buyer's journey.Mike MaynardLuigi PrestinenziDavid FastucaAbout This PodcastHow To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.

Jan 8, 2024 • 19min
#232: How to 10X Your B2B Sales in 90 Days (With These Proven Tactics)
💰 Get FREE access to the tactics used by the fastest-growing b2b brandsIn this episode, we dive deep into the key to successful B2B sales goal setting. Packed with actionable insights on why New Year's resolutions fail and what to do instead. They share a goal-setting framework and a habit tracker to help you make 2024 your best year yet. Tune in to learn the importance of setting specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-framed (SMART) goals, as well as the benefits of visualizing success and overcoming potential obstacles. Get ready to level up your B2B sales game and achieve your sales targets by implementing the strategies discussed in this episode.Resources ReferencedHabit Tracker TemplateGoal Setting WorksheetMotion Calendar ToolAbout This PodcastHow To Sell is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners master the art of sales and prospecting, offering valuable insights on B2B sales, revenue optimization, and B2B marketing strategies, all while providing expert guidance on sales coaching, customer engagement, and B2B leadership to maximize your revenue potential in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.