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  • Why Most B2B Sales Processes Fail and How to Fix Yours Fast | TFOS E6
    Feb 4 2025

    🎙️ Future of Selling Podcast – Episode: Fixing Your B2B Sales Process with Jim Trimarco

    📢 Welcome to the Future of Selling Podcast! Hosted by Rick Smith, Chief Customer Officer at Conquer, this podcast dives into the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in B2B sales. Whether you’re a sales leader, account manager, or founder, we bring you real-world strategies to navigate the evolving sales landscape.

    🎧 In This Episode:
    We sit down with Jim Trimarco (JT), a seasoned sales leader with over two decades of experience driving growth in SaaS and enterprise sales. JT shares his insights on what makes a winning B2B sales process and the key strategies sales teams need to stand out in competitive markets.

    📌 Key Takeaways:
    ✔️ The #1 mistake most sales reps make—and how to fix it.
    ✔️ Why discovery is everything in sales.
    ✔️ The "Teachable Moment" and how it wins deals.
    ✔️ How to build credibility and trust in a crowded market.
    ✔️ Why "Time Kills All Deals" and how to keep urgency in the sales cycle.
    ✔️ How AI is transforming sales teams—and why you need to embrace it now.

    📅 Timestamps:
    00:00 – Introduction: Meet Jim Trimarco
    02:00 – Fun facts about JT (including his love for fitness & food!)
    06:00 – The fundamentals of a strong B2B sales process
    10:35 – How to run an effective discovery call
    12:31 – The power of the “Teachable Moment” in sales
    18:13 – Emotional connection: Why buyers choose one company over another
    25:20 – Common mistakes B2B sales teams make
    31:52 – AI & the future of sales—how it’s changing everything
    36:32 – JT’s top 3 takeaways for new sales leaders

    🎯 Who Should Listen?
    🔹 Sales leaders looking to improve their team’s performance
    🔹 Account executives and SDRs navigating complex B2B deals
    🔹 Founders and entrepreneurs scaling their sales process
    🔹 Anyone interested in the future of selling

    🔗 Connect with Us:
    📌 Guest: Jim Trimarco
    🎙️ Host: Rick Smith
    💡 Learn More About Conquer

    🔥 Don’t Forget to Like & Subscribe! If you found this episode valuable, hit the like button, subscribe, and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway!

    #FutureOfSelling #B2BSales #SalesLeadership #SalesProcess #SalesPodcast #AIinSales 🚀

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    40 min
  • Women Are A Sales Team's Secret Weapon | TFOS E5
    Dec 9 2024

    Join Rick Smith, Chief Customer Officer at Conquer, as he sits down with Elizabeth Richardson—a seasoned B2B sales professional and a proud SMU alum—to dive deep into the power of women in sales and the unique qualities they bring to the table. 🌟

    Key Highlights:
    ✨ Why women are outperforming men in sales roles.
    ✨ Breaking barriers: Overcoming underrepresentation in sales leadership.
    ✨ Work-life balance: Elizabeth shares her personal journey as a mom and sales leader.
    ✨ Practical advice for women looking to enter or grow in the sales industry.

    📊 Did you know? Only 20% of B2B sales leadership roles are held by women, yet studies show they consistently exceed performance metrics. Elizabeth shares actionable steps to close this gap and create a supportive, inclusive environment.

    💬 Let’s Talk: What challenges have you faced in sales, and how did you overcome them? Share your thoughts in the comments!

    👉 Connect with us:
    Elizabeth Richardson
    Rick Smith

    #TheFutureOfSelling #WomenInSales #Leadership #SalesPodcast #Inspiration

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    36 min
  • Mastering the Art of Sales Communication | TFOS E4
    Nov 26 2024

    🎙️ Welcome back to The Future of Selling Podcast! 🎙️

    In this episode, host Rick Smith, Chief Customer Officer at Conquer, sits down with Andy Smith, Senior Vice President of Sales at Talk Me Up, to explore the evolving landscape of sales communication. From leveraging AI for best-in-class communication skills to practical strategies for improving empathy, confidence, and engagement, this episode is packed with actionable insights for sales professionals.


    What You’ll Learn:

    • The "3 R’s of Sales Success" framework: Relationships + Results = Revenue
    • Top communication pitfalls salespeople face and how to overcome them
    • How AI-powered platforms like Talk Me Up are revolutionizing sales coaching
    • Why empathy and personalization are critical in today’s buyer-driven market
    • Actionable tips to enhance your communication skills and drive results

    Andy also shares fascinating stories about his journey in sales, his passion for broadcasting high school sports, and his involvement with One Heart, a nonprofit supporting incarcerated youth.


    👉 Connect with us:

    • Andy Smith: TalkMeUp.co | LinkedIn
    • Rick Smith: Conquer | LinkedIn

    💡 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes that help you stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of sales! 🚀

    #FutureOfSelling #SalesPodcast #AI #SalesCommunication #TalkMeUp #Conquer

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    50 min
  • Building a Winning Sales Team | TFOS E3
    Nov 12 2024

    In this episode of Future of Selling, host Rick Smith sits down with Jason Forrest, Founder and CEO of FPG (Forrest Performance Group) and one of the world’s top-ranked sales gurus. Jason shares his insights on the future of sales, from leveraging AI to mastering advanced communication skills. They discuss the importance of hiring the right people, creating custom sales training, and building a high-performing team with what Jason calls the “Coachable GUMP” formula—traits every top salesperson needs to succeed.

    Jason also dives into the concept of mindset and explains how beliefs drive behaviors and, ultimately, sales outcomes. Learn why the salesperson of the future will need to combine AI-enhanced knowledge with strong communication skills and how leaders can build a culture that supports both. Packed with actionable tips and thought-provoking insights, this episode will inspire you to rethink sales training, recruitment, and personal growth.

    Tune in to explore:

    The “Coachable GUMP” formula: What makes a great salesperson

    How to integrate AI into your sales process for a competitive edge

    Why mindset is key and how to intentionally shift it for success

    The unique challenges and opportunities of the next generation of sales professionals

    How to drive 100% conversion rates and achieve a true “unfair advantage”

    Connect with Conquer:
    Website: https://www.conquer.io
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-smith-094b29b/

    Connect with Forrest Performance Group:
    Website: https://fpg.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonforrest/

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    54 min
  • Building Your LinkedIn Brand for B2B Growth | TFOS E2
    Oct 29 2024

    Welcome to The Future of Selling podcast with Rick Smith, Chief Customer Officer at Conquer! In this episode, Rick chats with Harris Fanaroff, founder of Linked Revenue, about leveraging LinkedIn to build a personal brand and drive B2B growth. Harris shares insights on sales strategies, creating authentic connections, and the importance of consistency in content. He also offers practical tips for using LinkedIn, including optimizing profiles, using engagement strategies, and how AI may shape the future of social selling.

    Connect with Conquer:
    Website
    LinkedIn

    Connect with Linked Revenue:
    Website
    LinkedIn

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    39 min
  • Why ABM is the Key to B2B Growth | TFOS E1
    Oct 14 2024

    In this episode of Future of Selling, Rick Smith dives deep into the evolving B2B buyer’s journey with special guests Julia Yavin and Peter Dean from RenderTribe, a B2B marketing agency specializing in account-based marketing (ABM). Together, they explore key stages of the buyer’s journey, discuss changes in buyer behavior, and share how sales and marketing teams can align to close more deals.

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    49 min
  • Introduction to The Future of Selling Podcast
    Sep 26 2024

    Welcome to The Future of Selling podcast! Whether you're a seasoned sales executive or just starting out, tune in to discover how to refine your approach, engage buyers effectively, and drive more revenue.

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    6 min