EPISODE · Jul 15, 2025 · 23 MIN
From Carpenter to Remote Sales Pro: How Dan Built a Lucrative Work-From-Home Sales Career
from Remote Sales · host Kris Cochrane
Tired of long commutes, capped income, and feeling stuck in a job that doesn’t inspire you? In this episode of the Remote Sales Podcast, we meet Dan Smith Williams, a former carpenter who traded his tools for a laptop - and now earns more from home as a remote appointment setter than he did working 12-hour days on-site.This inspiring conversation unpacks Dan’s complete transformation from having zero sales experience to building a thriving remote high ticket sales career in under 12 months. Whether you're in a blue-collar trade, a corporate office job, or simply burnt out by the 9 to 5 grind, Dan’s story proves that a better career (and lifestyle) is possible.In this episode, Dan shares how he:✅ Left the construction industry and landed a remote sales job in 8 weeks✅ Faced fears, self-doubt, and the unknown of changing careers✅ Became a successful remote appointment setter with no sales background✅ Works daily with trade business coaches to help other tradies grow✅ Built a lifestyle with complete location and time freedomWe explore Dan’s day-to-day routine, the specific skills needed to succeed in remote sales, and how he developed confidence, clarity, and personal growth through consistent training.Key moments:00:02:00 Daily commutes00:05:00 Overcoming fears and self-doubt00:07:20 Landing first role 00:08:00 Working with trade business coaches00:10:00 Daily appointment setting 00:13:20 Life transformation00:17:00 Personal growth and confidence building00:19:00 Advice for career changers00:22:00 Future goalsListen to this complete episode to learn Dan's step-by-step transformation process and get inspired to take your own leap into a career with unlimited earning potential.-👉FREE $1,000-a-day Remote Sales Roadmap (how to make $1k-a-day as a remote closer)👈https://go.remotesalesinstitute.com/lm-a-lp 👉Want to start a remote sales career? Book a call with the RSI Team👈https://bit.ly/rsidcyt 👉Connect With Us👈https://www.instagram.com/remotesalesinstituteofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/kriscochrane/ https://remotesalesinstitute.com/
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