EPISODE · Jun 29, 2026 · 14 MIN
How to Spot a Timewaster in 60 seconds
from Mind Over Money Podcast · host Jessen James
Every salesperson has encountered someone who seemed interested, only to realise they were never going to buy. In this episode, I explain how to identify time wasters early, protect your energy, and stop investing valuable time in conversations that were never going anywhere. Key Takeaways The biggest clues aren't always in what people say. They're in how they behave. I share the subtle signals to watch for in face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and messages, helping you qualify prospects faster and focus on people who are genuinely ready to move forward. Highlights You'll learn why calibration is one of the most valuable skills in sales, how to trust your intuition, and why respecting your own time leads to better conversations and better results. The faster you spot a time waster, the faster you can spend your energy where it matters most. Listen on Spotify Enjoyed this episode? Follow the Mind Over Money Podcast on Spotify for weekly insights on sales psychology, influence, and business growth. Need support or want to learn more about working with Jessen? Email [email protected]. About the host: Jessenen James Jessenen has spoken to and trained thousands of entrepreneurs all over the world and has been featured on Channel 5's Rich House Poor House. Having built, bought, and sold multiple businesses himself, Jessenen has had some amazing wins and some rather spectacular fails too! He now dedicates his time to serving others to better their lives and businesses by sharing his learnings. Get in touch today. CONTACT DETAILS Website: https://www.Jessenenjames.com/ EMAIL: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jessenenjamesofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jessenenjamesofficial Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mindovermoney/message
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Every salesperson has encountered someone who seemed interested, only to realise they were never going to buy. In this episode, I explain how to identify time wasters early, protect your energy, and stop investing valuable time in conversations that were never going anywhere. Key Takeaways The biggest clues aren't always in what people say. They're in how they behave. I share the subtle signals to watch for in face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and messages, helping you qualify prospects faster and focus on people who are genuinely ready to move forward. Highlights You'll learn why calibration is one of the most valuable skills in sales, how to trust your intuition, and why respecting your own time leads to better conversations and better results. The faster you spot a time waster, the faster you can spend your energy where it matters most. Listen on Spotify Enjoyed this episode? Follow the Mind Over Money Podcast on Spotify for weekly insights on sales psychology, influence, and business growth. Need support or want to learn more about working with Jessen? Email [email protected]. About the host: Jessenen James Jessenen has spoken to and trained thousands of entrepreneurs all over the world and has been featured on Channel 5's Rich House Poor House. Having built, bought, and sold multiple businesses himself, Jessenen has had some amazing wins and some rather spectacular fails too! He now dedicates his time to serving others to better their lives and businesses by sharing his learnings. Get in touch today. CONTACT DETAILS Website: https://www.Jessenenjames.com/ EMAIL: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jessenenjamesofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jessenenjamesofficial Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mindovermoney/message
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