Summer Sales Podcast

Three weeks into his first summer in door-to-door sales, @gageheward was ready to quit. With only $30 in his bank account, he called home convinced his summer was over. Instead, a tough conversation with his father and a challenge from his cousin forced him to take a hard look at himself, eliminate distractions, and commit fully to the process. In this episode, @andythebugguy sits down with Gage t...

This episode is made for summer sales reps and team leaders heading into the grind of the season. Andy breaks down: • Why rookies start slow — the rookie ramp • The real reason experienced reps fall into slumps • How top performers separate themselves through inputs, not motivation • What team leaders should actually focus on when training new reps • How to sell in saturated markets without soundi...

Austin Maser is the real deal. Golden Door winner. Thousand-account summer. Elite closer who can actually explain why it works. This episode isn’t about getting “a little better.” It’s about why some reps take over a summer while others stall out—even though they know the script, know the product, and work just as hard. Austin breaks down the exact moment deals are lost, why most reps hesitate whe...

Not hype.  Not luck.  Not “natural talent.” In this episode, Andy sits down with Dallin Peterson , a rookie who did something almost no one does — hit a Golden Door in his first year , finishing with 752 accounts and ~$750,000 in revenue in just five months . But here’s what makes this episode different:  Dallin didn’t “get hot.”  He didn’t coast on momentum.  He trained like a professional before...

BUILDING A PERSONAL BRAND Door-to-door phenom Jake Robles breaks down how he went from teenage pest rep to record-setting alarms seller at Vivint—and why he walked away mid-summer to bet on solar and his personal brand. We cover the highs (45 installs in a week, 110+ accounts/rep averages, 86 solar deals in 8 weeks) and the inner game that actually drives those numbers: presence over panic, starvi...

One of the worst questions you can ask yourself is: “Is it worth it?” In this episode, I share how dropping that question changed my entire career — from rookie summer struggles to stacking Golden Doors. Inside, I break down: The August shift that separated me from everyone else. Why most people quit before they ever find out what they’re capable of. The real reason some reps hit goals while other...

It’s the middle of July—where most reps either check out or level up. In this raw, no-fluff episode, Cody Mack (16-year door-to-door vet) joins Andy to break down exactly why reps quit, how to rewire your brain mid-summer, and why the habits you build right now will echo through every part of your future. They dive deep into identity, leadership, excuses, burnout, dopamine discipline, and the simp...

In this solo episode, Andy breaks down the mindset shifts that helped him turn slow starts into massive finishes—year after year. If you're heading into July behind pace, this is the reset you need. No fluff. No hype. Just the mental frameworks that actually move the needle. What he covers: Why every rep makes excuses—and how top reps flip them into fuel Andy’s own mid-summer slumps and how J...

What do you do when you're supposed to be a top rep—but your numbers say otherwise? Nate Van Dijk hit a mid-summer slump and made a decision: flip the switch or finish average. He chose to go all-in—and ended the summer with a Golden Door . In this episode, Nate breaks down the exact mindset shift that changed everything: The 10-day sprint that reignited his drive Why checking your pending is...

Hey guys—it’s just me today. This episode’s not a training or a hype session. It’s just a real, honest check-in about where I’ve been, what’s happened over the last year, and how I ended up where I am now. If you’ve ever felt like the ground’s shifting underneath you… or like you’re in the middle of something big but don’t totally know how it’s going to work out—this is probably an episode you’ll...

In this episode, we dive into the mindset of elite door-to-door sales reps, focusing on the critical traits that set top performers apart. I sit down with Pat Zupic, an expert in sales performance and mental toughness, to explore how preparation, self-discipline, and the ability to bounce back from rejection are key to seizing opportunities and reaching your full potential. Pat shares his insights...

How do you push through when everything seems stacked against you? In this episode, Brigham Lindsay shares the powerful mindset shifts and strategies that helped him overcome adversity and reach success. Learn how embracing the process, sticking to your routines, and finding confidence in small wins can help you push through tough times and level up your game—no matter the challenges you face. Tak...

What does it take to go from rookie rep to building a $10 million sales organization? In this episode of the Summer Sales Podcast, Blake Erickson shares his journey from knocking doors as a rookie in 2020 to leading one of the leanest, highest-performing teams in the industry. Blake has mastered recruiting, leadership, and scaling—and he’s here to share the strategies that have helped him and his...

If you’ve ever felt the weight of burnout, struggled with consistency, or battle with self doubt, this episode is for you. Jackson Ricks shares how he overcame mental and physical exhaustion to stay consistent and hit massive goals in pest control. In this powerful conversation, Jackson reveals: •The mindset shift that helped him endure the grind and push through obstacles. •How breaking through b...

What does it take to become the greatest of all time in pest control? In this electrifying episode of the Summer Sales Podcast , we sit down with Marshall Hawks—an absolute legend who rewrote the record books with his relentless drive and unmatched performance. Marshall dives deep into his journey, sharing how he faced unprecedented challenges pioneering door-to-door sales for a company that had n...

In this episode of the Summer Sales Podcast, Sales veteran Robby Casagranda,  shows how he hit a Golden Door Award in just 88 days. Robby’s journey is a masterclass in grit, focus, and mental toughness. From overcoming illness to setting personal records, Robby reveals the routines, mindset hacks, and unconventional strategies that turned him into an elite seller. Tune in to hear how Robbie conque...

In this elite episode of The Summer Sales Podcast , host Andy Holmes welcomes sales legend Mike Eddington, a 10-year veteran in the door-to-door industry. Mike has consistently hit record numbers in challenging markets like Austin, Texas, and trained countless Golden Door award winners. In this episode, Mike breaks down his approach to turning average reps into top performers, focusing on mindset,...

This episode goes deeeeeep into the mental game of top performers. We all know that top reps do things differently, and they figure out the elusive secret of "mindset" that everyone wants but no one knows how to achieve.  Parker is a Pest Control expert. He hits Golden Door, and he teaches others to do the same. Learn the exact steps that Parker implements to get massive results while st...

Proven by top sales experts, this episode teaches what you can change to change your results. The summer isn't over, and August will likely either be your best month of the summer or it will be the worst. Learn the best tips and tricks to fixing your mental game to finish the summer strong. Time to take your sales game to the next level.

This episode will help you to quit coasting and start crushing it. Your dreams and goals are more achievable than you think. Have you ever signed a one day contract?  Ever wondered how some people go from mediocre to killer? Learn the strategies and mental hacks I used to double my own sales, and to help my teams do the same in this episode of the summer sales podcast. Instagram: @SummerSalesPodca...

Not only does Nick have an amazing story, but he is incredibly gifted at sharing what he haas learned over his long career in door to door. As the CEO of Sparta Solar, the CEO of XSELL sales coaching, and the host of Rainmakers Podcast, Nick's story is truly inspirational of what door to door can bring in life. Everyone goes through struggles in sales, but no one handles set backs like Nick....

How do big hitters think? How do big hitters prepare for the day? How do big hitters act on the doors? The answers to these three questions are the focus of this episode. Everyone in the summer sales trenches knows that sales can be a treacherous battlefield. We all want to win, but some of us just can't figure it out like others do. This episode may come as a reality check to listeners, but...

“A lot of guys want to be the top rep, but they aren’t willing to do what the top rep does. Do you really want to be successful in sales, or do you just kinda want it? Zach shares that even though the pitch is the same at all companies, the reason he and his teams have gotten such extraordinary results is because they are willing to do what it takes to make their goals a reality.  Often times we l...

Learn how Spencer improves 30%-40% each year at Aptive Environmental (Pest). While there is no one secret to success in the D2D game, Spencer shares his viewpoint on how to stay optimistic and constantly level up. Spencer attributes a lot of his success to Aptive's training material and being surrounded by others who have paved the way to success. As a golden door winner, Spencer has position...

As a 3 time Million Dollar Rep, Drew thinks about each day differently than everyone else. This episode is a deep dive into his thought process and what makes him the best. As a partner at the GRIT Marketing (pest control), Drew's mission is to impact others as much as possible so that they can see the same results that he has in the summer sales industry. He does so by leading from the front...