The Exceptional Sales Leader Podcast

If there is one area that Sales Leaders can improve on in order to drive more exceptional performance, it is in the art of negotiation. Many sales leaders take the position of creating win-win outcomes with their customers, so as to build long term value based relationships, however, this can sometimes lead to the power base shifting to the customer, not necessarily delivering the long term value...

If there is one thing that is certain in 2024 and beyond, it is that AI will continue to play a big role in our daily lives. This is especially true in sales. The expectations that customers have continue to increase, and the amount of information sales leaders and their teams need to consider to provide valuable and customised solutions to their customers, can often feel overwhelming. This is whe...

When looking at the most influential people on the planet, irrespective of their vocation, one thing they have in common is their ability to communicate a powerful message. Many of them appear to do this naturally, however, there is a huge amount of thought and preparation that goes into a powerful and authentic message. When it comes to sales, being able to master the art of authentic communicati...

For many sales leaders, they dedicate so much time, effort and attention to the here and now, driving exceptionally high standards, creating a high performance environment & delivering results, that they often neglect to consider their post career potential and pursuits. The months and years can pass very quickly, and it is often easy to not consider what life may look like when the time comes...

When it comes to exceptional performance, especially in sales, we tend to focus on the ‘doing’ components of the selling craft, the calls made, meetings attended, the pitches and demonstrations conducted. This is a legitimate focus, however, through the process, we also tend to not focus as much attention on the ‘being’ components, as in exercise, recovery, and especially,...

When it comes to creating sustainably successful sales teams, many organisations focus their attention on product training & sales competency training, believing that this will deliver the results. Whilst these areas are key pillars, often overlooked is the critical role the sales leader plays in the environment. Exceptional sales organisations are fanatical about developing exceptional sales...

Whether you are part of a large business, or an individual looking to increase your influence and market relevance, branding and strategic positioning is critically important. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Emma Schermer Tamir, an expert in branding strategy, marketing psychology, and strategic positioning. Emma shares her perspectives and experience from working in this space over...

A special episode today – the first time I have interviewed 2 guests on the show. Today I’m joined by Gregg Murphy & Mike Latch from Patter Intelligence as we explore the intersection between technology & sales. With backgrounds spanning defence contracting, strategic sales, and advanced tech enablement, Mike & Gregg delve into the importance of ethics in sales, strategic s...

In large enterprise and corporate sales, there is often a perception that the balance of power sits with the customer, or buying organisation, and that the selling organisation will eventually ‘come around’ to the customer terms & deliver what they want. This does not result in a long term, sustainable & mutually valuable relationship. There is a way to buy better and sell smar...

If there was ever a definition of an unstoppable sales leader, it is Dipti Pandit. From a successful corporate career in India, moving over to Australia & effectively starting again, Dipti made her way from selling burgers to gracing corporate boardrooms, never once losing the fire in the belly to drive & deliver sales excellence. It was such a thrill to have her back on the podcast for ep...

For years I have held a belief that exceptional sales results is directly related to an exceptional sales culture. It may be a cliché, but an exceptional sales culture will eat a great sales strategy for breakfast every day of the week. Some may disagree, however, I’m yet to observe a sustainably successful sales team or business that does not have a powerfully strong sales culture as its fo...

Many sales organisations believe they are buyer centric and place the customer at the centre of everything they do, and yet, often their behaviour and strategies tell a different story. Especially in B2B selling, creating a safe environment for the buyer is crucial to building and retaining their trust and leading them to making a purchase. The sales leader has a critical role to play here, especi...

In working with sales leaders and their teams, it is intriguing to observe the language that is used and the behaviours demonstrated, that often leads to results that the salesperson and/or sales leader does not want. And when trying to get sales people back on track, the leader or the ‘coach’ often looks directly at the behaviour and seeks to make behavioural changes, that will lead t...

When it comes to sales, the words integrity and honesty are probably not 2 words many people would lead with to describe the profession. Over many years, sales has endured a poor image in many industries based on the tactics and behaviours of salespeople – wanting to ‘convince’ you to purchase a product or service, irrespective of whether you need it or not. However, sales can be...

In the modern world of business, especially post COVID, more and more organisations are embracing hybrid working, and leaders must demonstrate flexibility in how they lead teams, whether they have team members all in the one state or in different countries. The utilisation of technology and productivity tools are critical to continue to deliver exceptional performance in these environments. In tod...

When it comes to selling, many people and often organisations seek to complicate it – through complex selling methodologies and processes, strategic frameworks, and all manner of systems. Whilst systems, methods and frameworks can certainly assist, super successful sales people have the ability to keep things simple. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Will Barron, a self confessed...

Building awareness for businesses continues to be challenging, especially in highly competitive markets. Grabbing the attention of your ideal customer is constantly top of mind, and this process can sometimes be complex, and often, expensive. It doesn’t have to be though. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Senthil Subramanian, Founder at SEO with Senthil, and a man who is building...

I continue to be staggered at the number of sales people who lead the sales conversation with their product or service, and then wonder why they are not converting the conversation into a sale. Sales at its core is problem solving, and when we can clearly understand or uncover a problem that a customer has, they will be significantly more receptive to considering a solution to the problem. To do t...

Most people understand the concept that we are the product of our upbringing, the people we surround ourselves with, and ultimately the story we tell ourselves. These stories can be uplifting and edifying, and they can also limit our potential. As a result, each of us have created a version of reality that in some form, seeks to serve us, but through this, we often find ourselves in a comfort zone...

In the modern business world, with such high expectations and pressure to deliver results, many leaders continue to lead with a command and control approach. Whilst this approach may deliver some short term wins, it does not create a strong and engaged culture for sustainable success. Leading with empathy can be the secret sauce, and in today’s episode, I’m joined by Amer Tadayon, the...

For many sales professionals, the next logical step in their career development is to move into sales leadership, with a key criteria being exceptional sales performance as a baseline. The challenge though is that many make the leap into leadership with little or no transition plan, blueprint, or support. They are literally thrown to the wolves. It doesn’t have to be like this, nor should it...

In the busy world we live in, when expectations for results are high, it is often easy to prioritise activities that will drive sales and revenue, and in the process, de-prioritise our health and fitness. I’m a firm believer though, if you are not healthy, it makes it really difficult to enjoy any success that you have created. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Coen Fryer, Co Fou...

In B2B sales, the pressure to drive exceptional results continues to exponentially increase, and often as a result of this, genuine strategic planning can take a back seat – the focus becomes the short term result. Exceptional sales leaders understand and embrace the need for strategic planning, and they prioritise this. A key pillar is the alignment between sales and pre-sales. In this epis...

Whether in sales, business, or in life, the pace in which people are operating at in 2024 is at an all time high. There are so many expectations placed upon us in the journey to ‘success’, that very rarely do we have time to stop, reflect and recharge. Everywhere we look, there are distractions, with people and organisations vying for our instant attention. Is it any wonder, that burno...

When facilitating workshops with sales teams, I often ask how many of them love to be sold to. How many do think stick their hands up? Literally none. When I ask how many of them love to buy, just about every hand goes up. What’s fascinating is that often sales people are the ones who do not like to be sold to, and yet, they are trained to be the sales person who is constantly looking for cl...