The Prospecting Playbook: 7 Insights on Prospecting and Training from Sales [UN]Training

In this special compilation episode of Sales [UN]Training, host Kelly Riggs presents "The Prospecting Playbook," featuring seven of his best insights on the art of prospecting. Kelly dives deep into why prospecting is essential for sales success, addressing common pitfalls like mindset, structural issues, and targeting strategies. He emphasizes the importance of going beyond small opportunities and stresses personalized outreach as a crucial component for effective prospecting. Kelly also shares real-world examples and actionable advice on how to assess and improve individual sales performance. Listeners will also hear from industry experts like Lee Salz and David Brock, who provide additional perspectives on modern prospecting techniques. Lee highlights the ongoing relevance of prospecting, backed by research showing that 80% of executives are open to meetings initiated through personalized outreach. David Brock discusses the value of understanding customer needs through informational interviews before pitching solutions. This episode is packed with practical strategies and real-life examples, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to refine their prospecting skills and drive sales growth. Tune in to learn how to create a detailed, actionable plan to fill your sales funnel and hit your targets. Follow the audio podcast and watch OR listen wherever you are: https://linktr.ee/salesuntraining Kelly Riggs is an author, speaker, and business consultant for executives and companies throughout the United States and Canada. He has written two books: 1-on-1 Management: What Every Great Manager Knows That You Don't and Quit Whining and Start SELLING! A Step-by-Step Guide to a Hall of Fame Career in Sales. Get more Kelly: www.BizLockerRoom.com. Widely recognized as a powerful speaker and performance coach in the areas of sales, management leadership, and strategic planning, Kelly is a former sales executive, a two-time national Salesperson-of-the-Year, a business owner, and a member of the Forbes' Coaches Council since 2019. Music and Editing by @dougbranson and Pod About It Productions #sales #selling #salestraining