EPISODE · Jul 16, 2023 · 8 MIN
Confronting the Hard Truth: Why Salespeople Miss Their Targets: 3 Main Reasons Are The Opportunities
from Coaching Conversations in 2025 · host Tim Hagen
Send us Fan MailAre you tired of missing your sales targets despite endless hours of training? It's time to face the truth and confront the real reasons behind your shortcomings. In a brutally candid conversation, I expose the harsh realities of the sales profession that I have personally experienced over my 31-year journey. This episode promises to offer a fresh perspective on why salespeople fail to meet their sales numbers, and it's not about the external circumstances we often blame.We shed light on the three critical elements that most sales representatives overlook - reality, self-awareness, and practice. I share fascinating insights on how practicing the art of sales, cultivating self-awareness, and dealing with reality can significantly boost your sales performance. The episode also delves into the role of CRM systems and the resistance sales reps often show in acknowledging their flaws. You're in for a wake-up call, so get ready to question the status quo and explore the unvarnished truth about sales.Get More Info on the Sales Coaching Loop: https://form.jotform.com/231963704708057Welcome to Coaching Conversations We have created a NEW and Innovative line of books called Workplace Coaching Books. These books use QR codes with embedded audio and video lessons speaking directly to the reader. Each book comes with assessments and journal based coaching pages where they document what they've learned and what they've applied. In addition each book comes with the self analysis link that prompts them to share what they've learned and what they've put into action leading to greater learner application aCoaching Talks is a dynamic leadership development speaking series customized to your needs. Need help spreading the value and application of workplace coaching? Let us help:We provide many styles of speaking services:We provide virtual keynotesWe specialize in 4 part virtual series (we always customize)We have a unique feature called "Speaker Tracks" where we send to all audience members reinforcement lessons after the talk (to the pc or cell phone), thus keeping people on track after the talkGet More Info Here: https://form.jotform.com/241193119118149
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Send us Fan Mail Are you tired of missing your sales targets despite endless hours of training? It's time to face the truth and confront the real reasons behind your shortcomings. In a brutally candid conversation, I expose the harsh realities of the sales profession that I have personally experienced over my 31-year journey. This episode promises to offer a fresh perspective on why salespeople fail to meet their sales numbers, and it's not about the external circumstances we often blame. We...
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