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The Sales Evangelist

Donald C. Kelly

I believe in doing BIG THINGS! You should be earning 6 figures easily as a sales rep. But chances are you are not...yet! Sales is the most important department in every company but many sellers are never taught how to effectively sell, much less how to earn their way to high-income status. My own career limped along until a company I worked for invested in sales training to help me succeed. Immediately afterward, I closed a deal worth 4X what the company spent on me and saw hockey-stick improvement

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09:38

Not Interested: Use The "Go Around The Block"...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2025/01/31

You're having a wonderful time speaking with a prospect and believe they're going to take the deal. But when you go in to offer it, they quickly shut you down with the most disappointing sales objection: "not interested." Instead of tackling the objection with different common sales methods, try this unique strategy that I share in this episode. What is the Go Around The Block Principle? Inspired by one of my trips, I created this concept to help tackle a sales objection that most reps seem to

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10:18

Three Things I Do To Fix The Awkward Moment When A...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2025/01/27

After making several calls back-to-back and finally getting an answer from a prospect, you may find yourself shocked that they even decided to pick up the phone. Now lost for words, there's a thick air between the lines that quickly makes them lose interest in whatever you have to say. How can you fix this awkward silence to turn everything around? Tune in and hear the three tips I share to help you out. Back to the Basics Series If you go back and listen to my back-to-basics series, one of the

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29:12

Apollo Secrets: Three Sales Practices You Must...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2025/01/24

You can always get the best sales secrets from the top companies in the industry. In this episode, I’m chatting with Josh Garrison, the Vice President of Apollo.io, about the top three sales practices you must stop doing in 2025. Even if you don’t use this sales enablement AI platform, these tips will help you boost your performance and close deals faster. Meet Josh Garrison Josh Garrison oversees product growth, content marketing, and customer education at Apollo.io. He has 15 years of

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24:39

Excelerating Deals By Slowing Dow | Bob Spina - 1865

The Sales Evangelist ·

2025/01/20

You want to move your deals through the pipeline, but you have no idea how to do it. In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Bob Spina, a successful sales expert known for building and advising high-performing sales teams, on deal acceleration. Join us to hear his strategies on how to slow down and achieve greater success. Meet Bob Spina Bob is well-known for working with Gong and scaled it from under 21 million in revenue to the empire they are today. His focus lies in enhancing

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13:32

How I Booked Eight Appointment From LinkedIn In One...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2025/01/17

Is it possible to get multiple appointments on LinkedIn in just one week? Guys, I'm telling you that it is, and in this episode, I'm going to show you how I got eight appointments in five days. I promise it's no influencer trick and has everything to do with prospecting. Take a look at your LinkedIn Connections Go through your LinkedIn connection list and group them into potential customers, past customers, and people you know but don't know what you do. For the ones grouped in "people you

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12:18

How Can I Turn My Connects Into Appointments? |...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2025/01/13

While working with a fellow sales rep, I noticed the many phone calls he was making and how many of them weren't turning into appointments. Does this often happen to you? In this episode, I show you how to fix this common sales mistake and turn those phone calls into deals. If you'd like to try my tips, connect with me on LinkedIn and send me a message. Have The Right Offer You’re getting connections, but it’s just not going the way you want it to. To change this, start with having the

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12:16

My Top Five Sales Predictions For 2025 | Donald Kelly...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2025/01/10

I’m being like Edgar Allan Poe in this episode and providing you guys with my top five sales predictions for 2025. Will there be an increased use of AI tools in the sales industry? Are consumers wanting more human connection? Tune in to find out! Sales Prediction 1: Increased AI Technology Use Yes, it’s true. AI tools are not going anywhere, and more than likely, you’re going to use them more and more this year. You’ll probably even find yourself not even realizing that you’re using them.

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27:08

How To Fix Inaccurate Sales Forecasts Once And For...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2025/01/06

How can you optimize your pipeline to ensure accurate forecasting and set your team up for success? Join me and my guest, Walter Crosby, as we explore how transforming ineffective habits can lead to better outcomes in your sales process. By the end of this episode, you’ll gain clarity on your pipeline and learn to identify which prospects are most likely to deliver the results you need. Meet Walter Crosby Walter Crosby is a seasoned sales expert and business consultant with decades of

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15:52

10 Biggest Takeaways From Consulting and Coaching...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2025/01/03

Happy New Year! Let’s kick off 2025 with some sales tactics in this episode. Today, I’m sharing ten key insights from my experience coaching and consulting sales teams in 2024. Here’s five of them below, tune in to learn the rest of my sales tips! Find Your Ideal ICP Are you still working with different types of clients and struggling to figure out which one is the right fit for your business? It’s time to double down and define your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP). Focus on what works and

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12:12

LIVE COACHING: Gaining My Customers Trust | Liesl Nel...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2024/12/30

If you don’t build trust with your customers, you’ll never close a deal—there’s no way around it! You’ve already heard how companies can build customer trust, but how can an individual seller do this? Join me and my guest, Liesl Nel, in this live coaching session as we share strategies to help your prospects feel safe and confident in doing business with you. Meet Liesl Nel Liesl Nel is a seasoned sales professional in the yachting industry, specializing in working with charter agencies,

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23:52

Adopt These Simple Strategies & Your Prospects Will...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2024/12/27

Sometimes, we make the sales process harder than it needs to be. If common sales methods aren’t working for you, check out this episode with my friend and guest, Gail Kasper. She shares how going above and beyond—like overnighting an apple pie—can convince a prospective buyer to do business with you. And don’t forget to check the resource section for a freebie! (No, it’s not a free apple pie.) Meet Gail Kasper Gail Kasper, a Master Sales Trainer and author of Unstoppable and Sell Like A

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24:18

LIVE COACHING: How Do I Differentiate As A Startup? |...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2024/12/23

Just because you’re talking to a customer doesn’t mean you’re the only one making an offer. So, how do you stand out in a niche-specific market when there are so many competitors vying for your buyers? In this episode, I sit down with Pinar Erzin, Co-founder of Most Sailing, to discuss how startup companies can differentiate themselves in niche markets. Meet Pinar Erzin Pinar is the co-founder of Most Sailing, a company specializing in the luxury yacht charter industry. Her role focuses on

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12:19

Company's Need To Build Trust As Well, Not Just...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2024/12/20

Trust is everything in the customer service industry. It’s not only essential for sellers to be trustworthy; businesses must also strive to build trust with their customers. If you’re unsure on how to create strong customer relationships, tune in to my guest, Martina Hršak, as she shares actionable insights on trust-building skills. Growing Up in Croatia and Entering the Yachting Industry During her youth in Croatia, Martina never imagined herself in the yacht business due to her tendency to

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26:28

The Better You Communicate The Better You Sell |...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2024/12/16

If you’re not good at communicating, how do you expect to close deals? In this episode, I chat with Robert Kennedy III about the power of effective communication and storytelling. He shares insights on leveraging storytelling, showing up confidently on video, and connecting better with your audience. Meet Robert Kennedy III Robert is the founder of Kennetik Kommunications, a communication training firm specializing in the real estate industry. As a communication strategist, he helps real

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22:04

Three Eternal Truths For B2B Sales Success That Most...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2024/12/13

There are going to be good days and bad days in this industry. You shouldn’t let the negative moments make you avoid the steps you must take to become a top agent. The road to success is paved with resilience, strategic prospecting, and relentless determination. I’m excited to share insights from a powerhouse in the sales world, Carson Heady, who shares his innovative approaches to the three truths behind B2B sales success. Meet Carson Heady An old friend and past guest of mine, Carson

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13:45

Back to Basics Series Part 7 - Objections Handling |...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2024/12/09

Your prospect has rejected the deal, and now you’re unsure whether to try another sales tactic to change their mind or simply move on. This final episode of the Back to Basics series will guide you in overcoming sales objections and keeping your pipeline moving forward. Slow Down It’s natural to do everything in your power to get a prospect to say yes. This can often lead to rushing the sales process in hopes of securing that long-awaited agreement. Instead of speeding up, take a moment to

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17:01

Back to Basics Series Part 6 - How I Conduct...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2024/12/06

Before visiting Dubai, I did some research to determine if it was the right destination for a trip. If I hadn’t taken a few minutes to do so, I could have ended up having a horrible experience. This is why it’s important for you to conduct discovery calls—to ensure you and your prospect will have a pleasant experience working together. In this episode, I share the basics of a discovery call and how to set one up properly to ensure you land a deal with your prospect. The Purpose of Discovery

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11:49

Back to Basics Series Part 5 - The First 10 Seconds!...

The Sales Evangelist ·

2024/12/02

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09:02

Back to Basics Series Part 4 - Make Your Cold Calls...

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2024/11/29

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12:33

Back to Basics Series Part 3 - I Have No Time To...

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2024/11/25

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