Best Ann Strout Podcasts (2025)

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The Cold to Client Cycle® for Faster Conversion of Cold Leads 47:01

5d ago47:01

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In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the Cold to Client Cycle® — the exact system I use (and teach) to consistently move buyers from "just connected" to "ready to buy" without pressure, pushing, or overcomplicating sales. If you’ve ever wondered why your pipeline feels full... but your close rate feels low... this will explain exactly w…

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The Move That Reawakened Silent Buyers (the SAME day) 53:36

12d ago53:36

53:36

In this episode, I break down the exact move we made that turned quiet, “not ready” leads into full-pay clients—in real time. This isn’t theory. It’s a strategy we teach (and use) inside Sales Academy, and it just led to a $17K full-pay sale from a lead who had previously said no. I walk through why buyers today need a different sales path, how to …

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Sales that Stick Series Ep 2: The Invisible Sales Gap That’s Slowing Down Your Sales (Even With a Great Offer) 29:52

19d ago29:52

29:52

Ep 2: The Invisible Sales Gap That’s Slowing Down Your Sales (Even With a Great Offer) If your offer is solid…Your audience is watching…And your content is consistent… But you’re still getting stuck in the “I need to think about it” loop— this episode is your missing piece. We’re breaking down the invisible sales gap that’s stalling your conversion…

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Sales that Stick Series Ep 1: The Psychology Behind What Makes Buyers Move 30:10

25d ago30:10

30:10

🎙️ Episode 1: The Psychology Behind What Makes Buyers Move Sales isn’t just about what you say—it’s about how your buyer hears it. In this kickoff episode of the Sales That Stick series, I’m breaking down the real reason your sales might not be converting like they should… and why it has less to do with your strategy and more to do with the way you…

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The Buyers List™ Method That Created $42K from ‘Dead Leads’ in 17 Days 34:52

1M ago34:52

34:52

Think those “ghosted leads” aren’t buying? Think again. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how one of our Sales Academy clients generated $42K in just 17 days from leads she thought were long gone. No new offer. No ads. No launch. She used our Buyers List™ system, worked it daily using Power Hour™, and plugged into our FU10x Method™ for et…

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When Sales Feel Heavy — and How to Make Them Easier and More Predictable 12:18

1M ago12:18

12:18

Sales don’t have to feel like a grind. If you’re showing up, selling, and still feeling like every client requires a mountain of energy to convert — this episode is for you. I’m breaking down why sales feel heavier than they should, what’s really missing behind the scenes, and the key shifts that make sales easier, faster, and more consistent — wit…

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Why Buyers Hesitate (And How to Get Faster Yeses) 32:21

2M ago32:21

32:21

Most sellers assume sales slow down because of leads, content, or effort. ❌ Not enough leads. ❌ Not enough content. ❌ Not enough effort. But the truth? Sales happen when buyers feel 100% certain in their decision. 🚀 If your leads are hesitating, ghosting, or taking forever to decide—it’s because something in your process is creating uncertainty. In…

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The 2025 Sales Playbook: How High-Intent Buyers Really Make Decisions (And Why Your Sales Are Stuck) 42:11

2M ago42:11

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Sales in 2025 aren't harder—they're just different. If you’re still selling the way you did in 2020, you’re likely seeing more hesitation, longer decision cycles, and disappearing leads. That’s not a buyer problem—it’s a sales process problem. In this episode, I’m diving deep into the psychology of high-intent buyers and why interested and invested…

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The 50X Sales Shift: More Results, Less Effort in 2025 49:22

2M ago49:22

49:22

Are your sales activities actually leading to more sales? Or just more effort? In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the #1 sales shift that 50X’s results without increasing your hustle. Here’s the truth: 90% of sellers, coaches, and service-based businesses are focused on the wrong activities. They’re creating more content, adjusting their offer…

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Sustaining High-Performance Sales: Scale, Retention & Sales Optimization (Ep 5 of 5) 44:30

2M ago44:30

44:30

Alright, welcome back to the High-Performance Sales Series! We’ve spent this entire series this month, talking about what’s broken in sales, the biggest myths keeping sellers stuck, the mindset shifts that drive rapid results, and how to close sales with certainty using my Bridge the Gap Framework™. Now, in this final episode, we’re bringing it all…

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The Bridge the Gap Framework™: Closing More Sales with Certainty (and no objections) 42:15

2M ago42:15

42:15

This week, I’ll be releasing 2 episodes. We’re in the final week of the month and we have 2 more episodes in the 5 part High Performance Sales Series. In this episode, episode 4 of the High-Performance Sales Series, I’m breaking down my Bridge the Gap Framework™—the proven method I’ve used for 25 years to close high-ticket sales with certainty and …

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The High-Performance Sales Mindset That Drives Results (Ep 3 of 5) 27:15

2M ago27:15

27:15

Welcome back to the High-Performance Sales Series! This is Episode 3 of our 5-part series, and today, we're tackling something that can make or break your success in sales—your mindset. Your mindset isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the engine behind every sale, every client conversation, and every opportunity you land. The way you think about sales, sell…

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The 3 Sales Myths That Are Costing You High-Value Buyers (Ep 2 of 5) 21:36

3M ago21:36

21:36

This isEpisode 2 of myHigh-Performance Sales Series—a must-listen if you’re serious about attracting high-value buyers and increasing your close rates. Today’s episode: We’re breaking down the3 biggest sales myths that are making your sales process harder than it needs to be. Plus, I’ll share exactlywhat to do instead to make sales feel effortless,…

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Why Most Strategies Fail & How to Fix Them: Part 1 of 5 Episodes 33:41

3M ago33:41

33:41

High-Performance Sales: Why Most Strategies Fail & How to Fix Them" (Part 1 of 5 in the High-Performance Sales Series) This episode kicks off a 5-part series designed to help coaches, consultants, and sales professionals master today’s sales landscape and consistently increase conversions without chasing, discounting, or relying on dated tactics. _…

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3 Sales Systems Every Coach, Consultant & Sales Professional Needs 24:44

3M ago24:44

24:44

In this weeks episode, I’m diving into the three critical sales systems that every coach, consultant, and sales professional needs to eliminate unpredictability and scale their growth. These systems—Attract, Qualify, and Close—make up my signature "Sales Pipeline Machine," designed to streamline your top, middle, and bottom of the funnel for higher…

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Scaling Sales Success with Advanced Strategies 24:12

3M ago24:12

24:12

Elevate Your Sales Performance: Master the 4 Pillars of Scalable Sales In this week's episode, we dive into the 4 key pillars of scalable sales success that high-level coaches and consultants need to implement in 2025. Whether you're leading a team or selling yourself, this episode will help you overcome sales obstacles and create consistent six- a…

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Filling Your Chats With High-End Consults (in & out of launches) 47:09

4M ago47:09

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In this episode, we delve into strategies for filling your calendar with high-end sales consults and converting leads effectively. Whether you're stuck in launch dependency or passively relying on content to make sales, we’ll discuss how to shift your approach for better results. Discover why building trust and creating personalized buyer experienc…

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Sales Objections In 2025 (how to PREVENT 98% of them starting today) 48:59

4M ago48:59

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In this episode, we’re diving deep into sales objections in 2025 and how your brain’s default settings might be killing your sales. Discover why objections are not normal, how they’re created, and most importantly, how to prevent them. Learn actionable steps to align with your champion client, address psychological resistance, and thrive in today’s…

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I shut it down mid way + how to crush sales in Jan 58:05

4M ago58:05

58:05

Mindblowing episode on shutting down my low-ticket launch midway (and WHY) what I did INSTEAD plus EXACTLY what you should focus on in 2025 to completely crush your sales and stack sustainability! And I’m sharing it all with you today. You're Welcome! ******************* if you want help to install these systems and SKILLS into your daily routines …

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Retail Kiosk the Pizza place and YOUR sales 39:58

4M ago39:58

39:58

You GOTTA hear the story about the Retail kiosk and the Pizza place!! (this WILL help you make more sales)The TWO biggest buying shifts are: People are buying from people they have a relationship with and People want results and trust before they’ll invest and to KEEP investing Listen to the story (and how to increase your SALES)! You're Welcome! *…

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2025 Sales Enhancers 43:50

5M ago43:50

43:50

2025 Sales Enhancers. When it comes to sales success in 2025, it's all about the sales basic fundamentals. There are a few specific strategies you want to give ALL of your time, money, attention and focus on as we head into ANOTHER contracting year. And I’m sharing those enhancers with you today. You're Welcome! ******************* if you want help…

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5 sales levers to pull to ramp up sales when they’ve slowed down 51:01

5M ago51:01

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5 sales levers to pull NOW to ramp up sales when they’ve slowed down Sales are slow for everyone right now, no question and no exceptions. We’re all experiencing the effects from the economic contraction and social challenges. But please hear me when I say this – your sales do not need to be slow and low. In my company, we have spent the last year …

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2025 with a Winning Sales Strategy 40:02

5M ago40:02

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Understanding the difference between a problem and a symptom will always determine your sales. If you have a problem and you can’t solve it because you don’t know WHY it’s happening or WHAT needs to change or be resolved, the problem continues to exist or pop back up. This will always affect your sales flow. A business absolutely needs consistent s…

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5 daily activities to BOOST your sales THIS month! 45:00

6M ago45:00

45:00

5 daily activities to BOOST your sales THIS month! It can feel hard enough to stand out online right now, there's no reason we need to make getting sales hard too! On today's episode, I dive into the 5 things my company (and all my clients are doing) to keep a steady flow of sales coming in. Let's dive into it! ******************* This is THE PERFE…

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5 Things to do NOW if you're launch sales feel slow and low 53:26

6M ago53:26

53:26

Launch Sales Feel Slow and Low? In today's episode, I'm going to dive deep into WHY and HOW to fix that before your next launch! Side note: even if you're not launching, these 5 things will supercharge and boost your sales! Let's get into it! ******************* If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review - it means the world to us and will help us…

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Should you lower your coaching prices in this economy 36:29

6M ago36:29

36:29

This is a question we have been getting around the clock from our audience to our clients. I have so much to say around this topic! Let's get into it! ******************* If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review - it means the world to us and will help us get this message in front of so many more people.…

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Bar NONE the #1 biggest money making opportunity for all entrepreneurs this year and into 2025 29:33

7M ago29:33

29:33

Bar NONE the #1 biggest money making opportunity for all entrepreneurs this year and into 2025. As I always tell my clients, there are a million ways to a million dollars. There are also just a handful of things you can do and surpass a million dollars. Making more money isn't actually about doing more. There is 1 thing that I STRONGLY believe is t…

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Hacked, But Not Held Back- THIS Everything 34:19

8M ago34:19

34:19

So I was on CEO week, the last week of August and then the first week of September - I was off for the week to celebrate my birthday. So 2 weeks back to back and something happened during the last week... Our Facebook account (and all of our groups) were hacked! They were completely taken over, my team and I were removed as admins and everything wa…

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The Market, Sales & Selling Your Offers in This Market (Honest & Raw Conversation) 51:35

8M ago51:35

51:35

I'm on CEO week this week BUT pre-recorded an episode I think will be extremely helpful to your monthly sales. Economic and social media changes 1000% impact small business sales. In this episode, I'm diving into 3 strategies that have changed for EVERYONE selling on social media and what you can tweak to get more of an ROI from your efforts. And i…

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BONUS EPISODE: Million dollar businesses shutting down... 40:04

9M ago40:04

40:04

BONUS EPISODE: Million dollar businesses shutting down... This conversation is SO important, I recorded an additional epsiode this week for you all. If you listen to ANYTHING this week, make it this! I'm hosting a 4 day workshop covering EXACTLY what you need to put your time, money and energy on this year and going forward to keep your business TH…

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6 (100%) Reasons (MOST) Entrepreneurs are seeing low monthly sales, big income dips & drop offs 36:16

9M ago36:16

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6 (100%) Reasons (MOST) Entrepreneurs are seeing low monthly sales, big income dips & drop offs. With recession and inflation on the rise, entrepreneurs are feeling the rath of the changes in their sales. It's obvious things have pivoted and that we have to adjust and adapt to keep our businesses thriving. But why aren't leaders talking about this?…

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Make sales THIS WEEK - here's how 48:51

10M ago48:51

48:51

4 Ways you can make money THIS WEEK in your business. ******************* If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review - it means the world to us and will help us get this message in front of so many more people. A few ways to work with Ann: Sell at Scale: If you're ready to scale your group coaching program to $500k-$1m in recurring revenue without…

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5 reasons DMs don't make you millions of dollars.... 34:34

10M ago34:34

34:34

DMs are *NOT* spammy. gross. sleazy. pitchy. time consuming. They are whatever YOU make them out to be based on how YOU are doing them and what YOU tell yourself about them. I make 7 figures of high-ticket recurring revenue a year for over 5 years 100% from DMs. ←← 🥳 ZERO SALES CALLS IN 9 YEARS 🥳 I don't drop links. I don't pitch. I don't act like …

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What's changed in group coaching since 2020 55:36

11M ago55:36

55:36

No doubt the online space has changed. It doesn't matter if you like it, love it or hate it, it's facts. The world as a whole are experiencing the economic contraction AND the massive SHIFTS that have, are and will continue to take place online. Now more than ever, the world needs leaders. Leaders who are brave enough to have the tough conversation…

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Group Coaching Benefits vs 1:1 Coaching Benefits PLUS when to transition 44:59

11M ago44:59

44:59

Group Coaching Benefits vs 1:1 Coaching Benefits PLUS when to transition. One of the most common questions we get asked is, "what are the benefits of group coaching over 1:1 coaching and how do you know when to transition?" Episode 2 of our Scaling with Group Coaching Series, is all about the amazing benefits that ONLY group coaching can provide AN…

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The #1 MOST important part of your group coaching program 45:51

11M ago45:51

45:51

The #1 MOST important part of your group coaching program. Did you know that a new client will decide if they are going to show up in your program and renew with you within the first 30 days of joining your program? They actually know within the first few days, but they go all in or step out around 30 days. The MOST important part of your group coa…

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Ep 3 In 2020, I shut my 7 Figure business down 51:48

12M ago51:48

51:48

This month on the podcast, I'm doing a 5-Part Series Called: Live Launch REINVENTION! Episode #3: In 2020, I shut my 7 figure business down. I didn't just leave social media. I shut my entire business down. I let my team go. I completed and released all my clients. I cancelled my domain and website. I SHUT IT ALL DOWN. And - I went to work for anot…

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Ep 2: Streamline your launches & boost your bottom line with the Lean Launch® Method 42:03

12M ago42:03

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This month on the podcast, I'm doing a 5-Part Series Called: Live Launch REINVENTION! For 7 years, I have successfully run "traditional" live launch strategies - and nearly died at my desk doing it. But not anymore! In fact, I've even taken my previous launch strategy right out of my paid program and tossed it in the trash! Traditional live launchi…

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Ep 1: Reinventing Live Launching 51:27

1y ago51:27

51:27

This month on the podcast, I'm doing a 5-Part Series Called: Live Launch REINVENTION! For 7 years, I have successfully run "traditional" live launch strategies - and nearly died at my desk doing it. But not anymore! In fact, I've even taken my previous launch strategy right out of my paid program and tossed it in the trash! Traditional live launchi…

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What I learned recently about qualifying leads 1:12:34

1y ago1:12:34

1:12:34

How can we qualify so vigorously and still get the wrong people who slip through the cracks? We used to qualify their problem, their goals and their ability to invest. These are important for sure, but they’re no longer THE MOST important in the qualifying process. If you do not want to deal with drama, chaos, disputes, babysitting, no-shows, spira…

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4 ways I got off food stamps and grew a million dollar business 55:20

1y ago55:20

55:20

I hope you enjoyed the 5-Part Social Selling Series: Fail-Proof Social Selling For DAILY Sales NOW! We're on our 5th and final episode in this series! If you want to get even MORE fail-proof sales tips for what is working NOW in 2024, I'm hosting our Monthly Masterclass on April 24th where I'll dive into the topics we touch on in this series (much …

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1 way to convert more of your sales conversations without having to overcome objections or follow up 500x 32:22

1y ago32:22

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I hope you're enjoying the 5-Part Social Selling Series: Fail-Proof Social Selling For DAILY Sales NOW! We've covered 3 of the 5 episodes so far. If you want to get even MORE fail-proof sales tips for what is working NOW in 2024, I'm hosting our Monthly Masterclass on April 24th where I'll dive into the topics we touch on in this series (much deepe…

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How to stop objections in your sales process 41:28

1y ago41:28

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I hope you're enjoying the 5-Part Social Selling Series: Fail-Proof Social Selling For DAILY Sales NOW! We've covered 2 of the 5 episodes so far. If you want to get even MORE fail-proof sales tips for what is working NOW in 2024, I'm hosting our Monthly Masterclass on April 24th where I'll dive into the topics we touch on in this series (much deepe…

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How to scale beyond $3k-$5k months 29:53

1y ago29:53

29:53

I'm doing something fun on the podcast this month! I'm hosting a 5-Part Social Selling Series Called: Fail-Proof Social Selling For DAILY Sales NOW If you want to get even MORE fail-proof sales tips for what is working NOW in 2024, I'm hosting our Monthly Masterclass on April 24th where I'll dive into the topics we touch on in this series (much dee…

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The #1 thing 97% of entrepreneurs do that costs them sales every single time 50:05

1y ago50:05

50:05

I'm doing something fun on the podcast this month! I'm hosting a 5-Part Social Selling Series Called: Fail-Proof Social Selling For DAILY Sales NOW Every Monday for the entire month of April, I'll be releasing a new social selling episode. The podcast is the ONLY place to catch these episodes. If you want to get even MORE fail-proof sales tips for …

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What I think about objections in 2024 (controversial conversation) 39:54

1y ago39:54

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I have got a LOT to say about objections and in sales. Let's get right into it! Listen to today's episode where I go on a bit of an #AnnRant on this topic. I think you'll find I have an interesting take on this... ******************* If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review - it means the world to us and will help us get this message in front of…

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Content that focuses on Pain Points 46:44

1y ago46:44

46:44

Let's talk about Pain Points in content. Over the last few weeks, I've seen several influencers talking about how it's a disservice, horrible marketing and even poor leadership to NOT address pain points in your content... I got some things to say about this. Listen to today's episode where I go on a bit of an #AnnRant on this topic. I think you'll…

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This is why I have ZERO competition 46:30

1y ago46:30

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The online space is definitely crowded but I do not believe I have any competition... My content, my message, my boundaries and the WAY I show up, makes our uniqueness and category of ONE obvious. I don't have to say it. It's clear. The reason people think they have too much competition or not enough leads isn't usually those things. It's almost al…

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Slow sales? 28:04

1y ago28:04

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Slow sales? It is the operating reality for a lot of people right now, but it doesn't have to be. You abso-lutely can increase your sales, boost your engagement and hit your goals regardless if that's been happening or not. BUT - you do need to do a few things, pivot a few things and understand a few things to do it. Listen to today's episode and s…

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4 ways to decrease “thinking” time and reach your sales goals 20:51

1y ago20:51

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Most entrepreneurs spend on average around 15-25 hours a week “thinking” about what they need to do, how they should do it and trying to figure out the next steps to get sales in the door. That’s near a part time job (expect you’re not getting paid)! Imagine if you freed that time up to focus on more productive sales activities, how much more succe…

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