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🚀 Stay grateful for what we have. Rather than lamenting what we don’t. The truth is: “Fortune almost always shine on the Most grateful and prepared.” My friends are almost all my clients. How did it happen? How were they “sold” by me? Selling is all about “Believing” first. The 5 Beliefs mechanism I have BEFORE meeting any prospects. 1. Believe that WE are good 2. Believe that we offer GREAT VALUE 3. Believe our prospects will be GRATEFUL to us for offering our service 4. Believe our prospects will need our service NOW 5. Believe our prospects WILL trust us What’s your belief mechanism in sales? 📷: iG 𝙋𝙨: 𝙨𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙖 𝙙𝙞𝙧𝙩𝙮 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙙 #LbfAlumni #Skyhightower

"It would have seemed greedy to even hope to have all of that 9 years later..." -Mayor Pete.😭❤️ If you swap the 9 for a 5, that is my exact sentiment about #samsales. Five years ago, I stepped away from LinkedIn and corporate America, took a deep breath, launched #samsales alone, and hoped to work part-time and make half the money I made in SaaS. But, at 38 years of age, I should have known myself better than to know that that would ever fly with Sam.😉 I could tell you 100 things I'm proud of as we hit our five year anniversary, but first a breath for how we, especially as women, often shrug off or "oh, it was nothing" the impact we have. I had a moment last night where I told myself that I need to admit (?) a few things to be true, without question. Three things that I hold as my proudest achievements here: 1. Impact. I don't share it often but we are FLOODED with messages, DMs, notes years later, and posts about the impact we make. I know we're changing lives. It's not an assumption, people tell us so an average of every single day. To hear that we were the method that worked, that saved a job, that convinced a woman she could succeed in sales, that people are angry they didn't find us sooner. Man...💓 2. Company Culture. I don't use "I" often for our achievements, but I'll do it this once. I created a company and a culture, being meticulous about who we hired, that our people will tell you is exceptional. I valued heart, character, values, intelligence, and resourcefulness over experience in the specific thing we needed. Hard to teach the first, easy to teach the second. I built a company with what mattered to me: leaders who are empathetic, time off to live your bloody life outside of work, and an endless pursuit of making our teams feel seen, delighted, surprised, loved, and supported. 3. My world. I built something that lets me live a life I always dreamed of. Following in the footsteps of my entrepreneur parents, who I'd kill to have here to see what we've built and offer advice (or inappropriate jokes at just the right time). Wondering if you'll see the same financial success you did in corporate, and then blowing those numbers out 2, 3, 10 fold. And while the financial reward is a delight, it's not even that. It's getting to do things my way, to build a company my way, to do meaningful work, to test all the theories I had before and see them convert for us and clients, to REALLY make a stamp on this world. Crushing my quota and leading national teams was one thing, but building my own company and carrying this legacy forward is in a league of its own. *********************************************************************** All this to say: what a privilege. There's no other word for it. If you told me, five years ago, that I could see the success we've had while doing work that I'm wildly passionate about and that changes lives...it would have felt greedy to even hope to have all of this... #samsales

Feeling extremely THANKFUL. The entire SmartAcre team has been giving it their all. We always live by our NEVER SETTLE attitude. A few examples: Jonathan Au has been working on a few new client websites, can't wait to see them come to life in coming days. Thank you. Ambar Catalan continues to clean, organize our clients instances, this is no easy task. You rock! Thank you. Sean Davie is filled with ideas, I heard you presented some of these recently, keep sharing. Thank you. Natalie Kelly always brings it with calm cool smile. Sometimes I wonder how you can juggle it all. Clients, people, process. She always puts the team first. Thank you. Brian Mather BDOGG! This guy is a beast, always goes the extra mile. Asks why. Lend a hand. You are a legend. Thank you. Jeff Metter has been working on our marketplace items, this is gonna be a game changer for us. Can wait to share with the whole world. Thank you. Madeline Olson our newbie but far from it. She is already crushing it like a seasoned pro. Keep on truckin'! Thank you. Greg Pammer probably got slammed the most these quarter. Guy didn't miss a beat. Producing some of the best creative in B2B. Thank you. Anna Parrish, MBA Super MOM first. Mom upside is is WOW. What can't Anna do. She is our heart and creates the pulse for us. You are amazing. Thank you. Cathy Snyder always analyzing. Finding where we can optimize. Taking on the grueling paperwork, countless hours learning. You help me everyday. Thank you. Amanda Trevino keeping those clients moving forward. Getting warming quotes from CSAT is one of the biggest compliments. Thank you. Jackie Voutsinas blending strategy, ideas, tactics, elevating your clients & team is your purpose. Thank you. Zachary Zima launch after launch after launch. Projects will always be coming in, sometimes all at once. You bringing them to life is special. Thank you. Lisa Zwikl no day is the same. The work is never done. It only get's harder. But you get better each day. You don't always see that. But you have the midas touch. Thank you. #thanksgiving #thankful #team

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Why do my clients stick around? Well, aside from my charming personality, fantastic wit and a side order of randomness, it’s all about the way we work together. I don’t believe in cookie-cutter strategies—each client gets a plan as unique as they are, perfectly tailored to fit their goals. And when it comes to support, I’m like that perfect friend who’s always there when you need them, offering advice, a listening ear, and the occasional pep talk. But it’s not just about being there; it’s about delivering results that make my clients do a little happy dance (I know I have witnessed them). Trust and transparency are key too. There are no smoke and mirrors here—just clear communication, so my clients always know what’s happening and why. I’m not interested in just quick wins or a revolving door of clients. I’m in it for the long haul, committed to becoming a part of your team. If you’re looking for someone who’s invested in your long-term success, but knows how to have a laugh along the way then let’s chat. #ClientSuccess #Partnership #TailoredSolutions #WhyMyClientsStickAround

Have you ever felt like you're talking to a wall? Whether it's in partner meetings, sales calls, or even conversations with your kids, we've all been there. The frustration when the other person just doesn't seem to listen is natural. 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧? In my years managing partner relationships, I've learnt this truth: 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐧'𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞. It has pivoted my success, especially in feedback conversations, big time. Here's the deal—Caring is easy. It is showing that their win is your win. Just last month, I was on this call with a partner, and they felt a bit disinterested. Instead of going on about our agenda, I asked them, "Hey, what's the biggest headache you're dealing with right now?" And, they opened up! Turns out, they were wrestling with a supply chain issue. Nothing to do with our partnership, but it was really messing with their business. So, what did I do? I listened. Really listened. Jotted down some notes. And then I said, "You know what? Let me see and connect you with an expert I know." Made that introduction. A week later? Their problem solved. You should've seen our next call. Night and day difference! They were full of energy, bursting with ideas about how we could work together. One small act of genuine care, and it changed everything. 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞, 𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬. I believe in it because I have seen it.  We’re all humans. Before revenue, we seek connection and meaning in our relationships. That’s what showing care establishes. 📢As much as it’s about closing deals or hitting targets; it's about LISTENING and building relationships that last. Here's how I show our partners I care— ➡️ I chat with them regularly - yes, even the grumpy ones!  ➡️ I listen to their feedback, wishes, and concerns (no matter how small) ➡️ I make sure their voice is heard within our company ➡️ Most importantly, celebrate wins, no matter how big or small It's like being a caring parent in a business setting. ↳ You listen. ↳ You understand. ↳ You act. The result? ✅ Partners who feel HEARD and VALUED ✅ A stronger, more aligned partnership ✅ A queue of partners willing to collaborate ✅ Insights that drive our business forward This approach isn't just for business. It works in any situation where you need to connect and communicate effectively. It works in sales calls when the other party isn't responding as you'd hoped. It works with your children when you're trying to guide them. 📍So, the next time you're in a challenging conversation, SHOW them you care. 📍What's your experience with partner feedback loops and showing care in professional relationships? #PartnerManagement #Listening #BusinessDevelopment #Communication #Feedback

What do you want more of in your business????? SALES! More Clients!! Why... so you can do the THING you are passionate about! What do you need to get more sales? MORE hot leads, more consults, more people in your funnel. I've. Got. What. You. Need!!!! So excited about my new offer.... SELL NOW Success System. Everything you need to become masterful at reach outs and following up with people you know could be great clients. KNOW WHAT TO SAY KNOW WHEN TO SAY IT KNOW WHAT TO SHARE OF VALUE KNOW HOW TO GET PEOPLE INTO YOUR PROGRAMS!! My She Boss Pro members are super excited! Especially the new ones that are starting August 1st. SELL NOW Success System is just ONE of the bonuses they get for joining us! Interested in more info? Send me a message. You can see the She Boss Pro sales page here: https://shebosspro.com, but you won't see this super secret program! You've got to talk to me to find out more!! :). I don't bite! #sheboss #womenentrepreneur #bizgrowth #salestrategies #salescoach #drivingrevenue #womenrule #shebosspro #bizcoach #onlinebizowners

🙋🏻♀️Have a membership already or thinking about setting one up sometime soon? ✨Could you do with some extra inspo, tips and support? 🤦🏻♀️Are you worried about the long-term health and sustainability of your group and how to win loyalty and longevity? ✨These are just a few items touched on by my good friend and colleague Rachel Dunford, in her masterclass tomorrow. 🪄Rachel will help you turn your success stories into a showcase reel that will impress and lure others in... Just a few reasons why it's a great idea to work with Rachel: 🗣️"𝘙𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘭 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘢 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘧 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘩 𝘢𝘪𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦-𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬." 🗣️"𝘚𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘪𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨. 𝘕𝘰 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘦𝘯!" 🗣️"𝘙𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘭 𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘰-𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦, 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 𝘢𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘱𝘵 𝘢𝘵 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘨𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴." 🗣️"𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘙𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘭 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘥𝘺 𝘫𝘰𝘺!" ✨Don't miss out, zap the QR code on the image to save your seat, only a few spots left! ➡️When: Tomorrow (10th of Sep) at 2 pm BST/GMT ➡️Where: Online zap the QR code for more info See you there people!🙋🏻♀️ P.S. It's the membership masterclass of 2024... you'd be CRAZY to miss it.🤷🏻♀️ #memberships #smallbusinesses #businessowners #makeorbreak #creativity #longevity #loyalty #successstories

Imagine a GONG🔔 in your office… In B2B, success is a team effort, and a gong in the office is a powerful way to celebrate it. When that gong sounds, it’s more than just noise - it’s instant recognition. Each ring marks a deal closed, a goal hit, and a moment of well-earned acknowledgment. It’s also about collective wins - the gong unites the team, reminding everyone that each success is part of something bigger. Finally, our lucky gong isn’t just a tool - it’s a booster and a reminder that every win brings us closer to our goals. What are you waiting for? Get your own GONG🔔

People hate being sold. Unless you're actually helping them and delivering value. Unfortunately, associations land in the first the most. Here's why: - Using the same "Join Now" message and stock images. - Not highlighting benefits other than advocacy, career center, and malpractice insurance. - Not innovating member engagement opportunities. There's more that can be added to this list. But the point is... Unless you give your members and future members: - Something to care about - Something of value & - Something to try Why would they 'marry you' AND pay you money? Silly. #Sales #Value #HelpingOthers