Make It Happen Mondays - B2B Sales Talk with John Barrows

Daniel Disney is a renowned expert in social selling, having worked with giants like Amazon, Ricoh, Adobe, Canon, Salesforce, and Gong, alongside smaller start-ups. John Barrows leads the conversation on the transformative power of LinkedIn for sales, the impact of AI on personal branding, and Daniel discusses transition from corporate sales to entrepreneurship. Listeners will gain

Alex McNaughten, Former seller, sales leader and Co-Founder, Co-CEO of Grw AI, brings his extensive expertise on sales coaching. John and Alex explore methods for guiding sales professionals through personalized coaching strategies, insights into the psychological aspects of sales, and innovative approaches to integrating AI into the coaching process to enhance sales performance an

Kristie Jones, author of 'Selling Your Way IN,' speaker, coach, and sales process consultant with over 20 years in sales leadership, brings her expertise to this episode. John and Kristie explore impactful strategies over standard ROI calculations, emphasizing a genuine approach to sales, pricing strategies, and the importance of aligning professional roles with personal strengths.

Global Citizen Nathan ('Nate') Andres has navigated life's tumultuous journey, facing 9/11, natural disasters, and discrimination, mastering the art of resilience. With 25 years in HR across the globe, he shares his 'REAL Model' for cultivating 'authentic resilience'—a tool to overcome adversity. Nate ad John discuss life lessons, the power of presence, and harnessing core values

Gina Trimarco, master sales improv trainer with Sales Gravy and a strategic leadership expert, shares insights on re-humanizing relationships through Improvised Intelligence™. With a rich background of street-smart experiences from her unique upbringing, she brings humor and emotional intelligence to sales. Listeners will learn about the art of collaborating with clients, the sig

John is joined by Paul M. Caffrey, a seasoned sales professional and author of "The Work Before the Work". Paul's extensive expertise includes helping early stage founders establish sales processes and guiding salespeople to excel in their careers. The episode delves into practical advice for sales preparation, the power of role-playing, and the significance of handling objections

Dr. Philip Squire, CEO of Consalia and seasoned consultant to brands like Apple and SAP, shares his insights on the transformation of sales into a desirable profession. In this episode, John gets valuable insights from Phillip's expertise in sales education and the value of client-centric strategies. Some of the key takeaways include the importance of authenticity, the role of AI i

Erik Kostelnik, CEO/founder of Postal and a successful entrepreneur with notable company exits, brings his wealth of knowledge to this episode. From market consolidation to the rise of AI, Erik addresses concerns for tech sales reps and shares executive insights for survival and success in tech sales. Learn about the importance of adaptability, transparency, and the evolving role o

Doug Howarth, CEO of Hypernomics, Inc. and author of 'Hyperonomics: Using Hidden Dimensions to Solve Unseen Problems,' explores the intricacies of market strategy and product development. John and Doug dive into the principles of 4D thinking and hypernomics, which Howarth leveraged after overcoming personal health challenges and a lifelong interest in dimensions. Key takeaways incl

Richard Harris, seasoned sales expert, sales trainer and author of "The Seller's Journey," discusses infusing humanity into sales and offers practical guidance on sales conversations. This episode promises insights on negotiation, handling objections, and adapting to technological changes in sales. Listeners can expect to learn from the dynamic exchange between John and Richard as