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Jul 2024
26m 58s

Three Things Winning Sellers Do Differen...

Donald C. Kelly
About this episode

What are three things you can do to become a top-performing seller? My guest, Eric Hamilton, will reveal the answer in this episode.

He uncovers what sets top performers apart in the challenging world of sales. Also, you'll hear insights from his latest book, "The Sales Blueprint: What Winners Do Differently." Listen to gain actionable strategies to help you excel even in tough economic times.

Eric Hamilton's Background

  • Eric Hamilton is a seasoned sales leader and the author of "The Sales Blueprint: What Winners Do Differently." 
  • Throughout his successful career, Eric has emphasized the importance of disciplined, consistent sales processes. 
  • Eric's systematic approach aims to provide a structured, repeatable framework that new and seasoned sales professionals can leverage to achieve consistent success.

Key Ingredients of Sales Success

  • Eric breaks down sales success into three main components: 
    • Preparation
    • Mindset
    • Execution

The Power of Preparation

  • Eric explains that being prepared days, even weeks, in advance is crucial. 
  • Preparation involves everything from understanding the client's business to setting agendas and confirming meeting details. 
  • This approach ensures that sales professionals are not just winging it but are strategically ready for every interaction.

The Right Mindset

  • Eric discusses how being mentally prepared can instill confidence and command in a sales meeting. 
  • Techniques like the Wonder Woman pose are suggested to foster a powerful presence.
  • He also shares his personal routine of mindfulness and meditation, which helps him start the day with a positive mental state.

Execution: The Final Piece

  • From beginning a meeting assertively to effectively managing the conversation flow and nailing the next steps, execution is where preparation and mindset culminate. 
  • Eric stresses the importance of setting agendas, controlling the meeting, and transitioning to the next steps well before time runs out.

‘It's important to have the mindset that you will succeed in anything you do.But that goes hand in hand with preparation. If you're not prepared, you won't be mentally ready to deal with whatever you have to deal with.’ - Eric Hamilton.

Resources

"The Sales Blueprint" by Eric Hamilton

Eric Hamilton on LinkedIn 

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