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The Selling PodcastAuthor: Mike Williams and Scott Schlofman
Feeling stuck in a sales slump? Pipeline looking thinner than a supermodel on a juice cleanse? Want to grow your business faster than a startup funded by a lottery winner? Then buckle up, buttercup, because "The Selling Podcast" is your new obsession!Join your seasoned (slightly graying but still very spry) sales pros, Mike and Scott, who collectively boast over 50 years of crushing quotas (and racking up enough airline and hotel points to live perpetually in a suite). They're not just here to drop wisdom; they're here to deliver a potent mix of "deep-ish thoughts and some truly mediocre advice" (their words, not ours... mostly) on everything from closing monster deals to navigating the wild ride of life.Every week, prepare for unfiltered stories, battle-tested philosophies, hard-earned insights, and enough random tangents to keep you laughing and learning! They even drag in some special guests (who usually offer the really deep insights, just between us) to elevate the conversation even further.Whether you're a seasoned sales manager, a hungry rep grinding for commission, or just someone who wants to understand the human element of persuasion, Mike and Scott cut through the fluff with their signature blend of sharp sales strategies and hilarious banter.Stop wishing for more sales, start getting them! Hit subscribe, join the conversation, and let Mike and Scott help you sell better, live better, and most of all... enjoy all of it! Language: en-us Genres: Business, Careers, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Stop "Just Checking In": The Sales Follow-Up That Gets You a 'Yes'
Episode 173
Wednesday, 17 September, 2025
Send us a textAre your "just checking in" emails getting you ghosted? This week, Mike and Scott get straight to the point on one of the biggest deal-killing mistakes in sales. They reveal why this common phrase is a total waste of time and introduce the Golden Rule of Follow-Up—a framework that transforms your outreach from an annoyance into a valuable part of the sales process.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:Add Value, Not Just Nudges: Discover how to share industry insights, client success stories, or helpful resources that make your prospect smarter, not just annoyed.Move the Process Forward, Relentlessly: Get the exact questions to ask and next steps to set that keep the momentum going, even when they're busy.Make Every Touchpoint Personal: Learn how to use company wins, promotions, or their specific needs to create a genuine connection that makes you impossible to ignore.Mike and Scott provide concrete, ready-to-use phone call openers and email templates that are designed to teach something new, remind them of their goals, or simply make their decision easier. Tune in to ditch the check-in and start building a follow-up process that closes deals.Support the showScott SchlofmanMike Williams - Cell 801-635-7773 #sales #podcast #customerfirst #relationships #success #pipeline #funnel #sales success #selling #salescoach