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Welcome to CloseMode – the ultimate guide to mastering the art of closing deals, with a laser focus on late-stage strategies. Join us as we sit down with top enterprise sales leaders, uncovering their secrets to success, and learn how to handle objections, seal million-dollar deals, and achieve sales greatness. Subscribe now and get in the mode for actionable insights that will supercharge your sales career.
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From the creators of the hit INGLORIOUS TREKSPERTS podcast comes TREKSPERTS BRIEFING ROOM with hosts LISA KLINK (writer, Star Trek: Voyager) and PETER HOLMSTROM (author, The Center Seat) bringing you a series of in-depth curated audio commentaries of STAR TREK episodes and movies featuring leading Treksperts along with special guests from in front of and behind the camera including stars, writers, producers and notable fans. Social: @trekspertsBR, @inglorioustrek, @inglorioustreksperts treks ...
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The Treksperts Briefing Room RETURNS with an all new season! This voyage, TIM RUSS joins Peter and Lisa once more to discuss the Season 2 episode of Voyager, Meld. What would the Voyager crew do if confronted with a killer… in its own crew. Brad Dourif guest starred in an episode that ponders if a killer instinct can be reformed. Join the Trekspert…
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In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Carol Grant, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Storable, about the dynamic interplay between product marketing and sales. They explore how product marketing serves as a pivotal enablement function, shaping go-to-market strategies and sales enablement in complex organizational structures. This insigh…
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A Conversation with a CRO About the Evolution of Selling and Methodology
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24:04In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Chris Vercelli, a seasoned go-to-market advisor for tech companies, about the transformative potential of AI in sales methodologies. They dive into the challenges traditional sales training faces in terms of ROI and adherence, and how AI-native approaches can revolutionize this by ensuring methodologies a…
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Introducing the 1st AI-Native Sales Execution Methodology w/Jim Dickie
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36:52If you're considering sales training… listen here first. For 20 years, the only choice was which methodology to use for training events. Now, for the first time, there’s a real alternative: AI Native Sales Execution Methodology In this episode, sales industry pioneer Jim Dickie joins Brian Dietmeyer to unpack: Why sales training events fail to driv…
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Disrupt or Be Disrupted: Insights w/Gordon Galzerano
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19:31In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Gordon Galzerano, President and CEO of SAMA, about the imperative of business disruption in today's fast-paced market. They explore the concept of "disrupt or be disrupted," discussing how companies must adapt to maintain competitive advantage in an era of rapid technological change. Gordon shares insight…
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A Marketer Raised by Sales Wolves w/Tonya McKinney
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37:47In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Tonya McKinney about the persistent challenges and evolving dynamics of aligning sales and marketing strategies in large organizations. They explore why, despite advancements in technology and methodology, many companies still struggle with sales and marketing misalignment and its impact on revenue genera…
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"The Devourer of All Things" Part 2 (Prodigy S2, Ep 10) w/ Aaron Waltke
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34:21THIS VOYAGE Peter Holmstrom (author, The Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) and Lisa Klink (screenwriter, Star Trek Voyager, DS9) are joined once again by returning guest Aaron Waltke to discuss Part 2 of the mid-season finale for the second season of Star Trek: Prodigy. Find out the secrets of the second season of Prodigy, what it took to bring Wesley…
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"Aligning Sales and Strategy" by Frank Cespedes
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29:17In this special episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Harvard Business School senior lecturer Frank Cespedes. Their conversation focuses on how to execute sales strategy and initiatives at the deal level. Frank says “Day-to-day sales activities must reflect strategic priorities—or the overall vision remains idle in slides and boardrooms.” Frank is th…
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Leveraging AI as a Peak Performance Coach for Sales and Sales Leaders w/Nick Caruso
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32:34In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Nick Caruso, Chief Revenue Officer at KnowledgeNet.ai, about the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on sales and business processes. They explore the democratization of AI technology, its role in enhancing sales strategies, and the future of AI in everyday business applications. This insi…
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Leveraging AI as a Peak Performance Coach for Sales and Sales Leaders w/Nick Caruso
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32:33In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Nick Caruso, Chief Revenue Officer at KnowledgeNet.ai, about the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on sales and business processes. They explore the democratization of AI technology, its role in enhancing sales strategies, and the future of AI in everyday business applications. This insi…
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"The Devourer of All Things" (Prodigy S2 Ep 09) w/ EP & Writer Aaron Waltke
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33:55THIS VOYAGE Peter Holmstrom (author, The Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) and Lisa Klink (screenwriter, Star Trek Voyager, DS9) are joined by returning guest Aaron Waltke to discuss Part 1 of the mid-season finale for the second season of Star Trek: Prodigy. Find out the secrets of the second season of Prodigy, what it took to bring Wesley Crusher to…
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The Journey Through Evolving Buyer-Seller Dynamics w/Alice Heiman
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31:36In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Alice Heiman, founder and chief sales energizer at Alice Hyman LLC, about the critical topic of "Diagnosing Before Prescribing" in sales. They explore the common pitfalls in sales interactions where solutions are offered before a thorough understanding of the customer's unique problems is achieved. This ins…
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Making Sales the Most Trustworthy Profession on the Planet w/Andrew Sykes
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24:05In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Andrew Sykes, CEO of Habits at Work and a seasoned TEDx speaker, about transforming the reputation of sales into the most trustworthy profession on the planet. They delve into the profound impact that trust can have on sales interactions, exploring how salespeople can bridge the gap between being perceived …
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A Deep Dive into Sales Education Programs w/Chuck Howlett
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14:15In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Chuck Howlett about the evolution and impact of university-level sales degree programs. They dive into Chuck's extensive background in sales education, including his roles at Northern Illinois University and the University of Idaho, and discuss how these programs prepare students for real-world sales enviro…
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In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Carrie Welles about global negotiation strategies. They explore the nuances of negotiating across different cultures and how focusing on similarities rather than differences can lead to successful international business dealings. With anecdotes from their extensive experience in over 47 countries, this disc…
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Mastering High Velocity Sales w/Brenda Lando Fridman
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25:33In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Brenda Lando Fridman about high velocity sales. They explore the nuances of this fast-paced sales approach, discussing its unique challenges and strategies. Brenda, with her extensive experience as HubSpot's sales director, shares insights on how high velocity sales differ from traditional enterprise sales,…
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Navigating AI's Impact on Enablement w/Elisabeth Marino
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22:12In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Elisabeth Marino, President of the Revenue Enablement Society, about the evolving role of sales in an AI-driven market. They dive into how AI is reshaping buyer behaviors and the implications for sales strategies. Elisabeth shares insights on how sales professionals can adapt to meet buyers at their new ent…
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"Past Tense" Part 1 (DS9 S3, Ep 11) w/ Trektivism's Matthew Cimone & Heather Barker
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1:01:09THIS VOYAGE Lisa Klink (screenwriter, Star Trek Voyager, Deep Space Nine) is joined by Trektivision’s Matthew Cimone and Heather Barker to discuss the classic Deep Space Nine episode, Past Tense. THIS VOYAGE, PETER HOLMSTROM (author, The Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) and LISA KLINK (writer, Star Trek Voyager) are joined by Strange New Worlds scree…
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StreetSmart: Changing the Conversation Early in Your Sales Cycle
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14:04In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Carrie Welles about transforming the sales conversation by introducing techniques like signaling and validation early in the sales cycle. They explore how these strategies can preemptively address common buyer tactics and shift the negotiation away from price alone, thereby adding value to the sales proce…
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StreetSmart: Preparing for the Unexpected in B2B Negotiations
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13:35In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Carrie Welles about training for uncertainty in B2B negotiations. They explore the common challenges salespeople face in unpredictable negotiation environments and discuss strategies to predict buyer behavior with high accuracy. This insightful conversation is packed with practical advice on handling negoti…
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StreetSmart: Building a Repeatable Negotiation Framework
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12:39In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Carrie Welles, Vice President and Partner at Think Inc., about building a repeatable negotiation framework. They explore the common pitfalls in traditional negotiation tactics and introduce a simplified, data-driven approach that predicts and prepares for buyer behaviors with remarkable accuracy. This insig…
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"Lost in Translation" (SNW S2, Ep 6) w/ writer ONITRA JOHNSON
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1:05:30THIS VOYAGE, PETER HOLMSTROM (author, The Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) and LISA KLINK (writer, Star Trek Voyager) are joined by Strange New Worlds screenwriter, ONITRA JOHNSON, to discuss the season two episode, "Lost in Translation." Why is Hemmer a zombie? What is behind Uhura's strange visions? Will Spock ever find true happiness? Find out all…
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StreetSmart: How to Speak the Language of Procurement
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15:01In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Carrie Welles about mastering the language of procurement. They explore the crucial skills sales professionals need to effectively communicate and negotiate with procurement departments. This insightful discussion delves into strategies for shifting conversations from price-focused to value-driven, understa…
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StreetSmart: The Impact of Anchoring in a Negotiation
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15:10In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Carrie Welles about the concept of anchoring in negotiations. They explore how initial offers or existing perceptions can significantly influence the outcome of negotiations, often more than any subsequent counteroffers. Brian shares insights from his experiences and studies, including anecdotes that illust…
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StreetSmart: Negotiation Question #3: How Can I Prepare 3 Paths Forward?
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20:41In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Carrie Welles, Vice President and Partner at Think Inc., about the strategic use of Multiple Solution Options (MSOs) in negotiations. They explore how presenting multiple tailored solutions can empower sellers, maintain control during negotiations, and meet diverse stakeholder needs effectively. This insi…
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StreetSmart: Negotiation Question #2b: Mastering Commoditization Pressure
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16:14In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Carrie Welles about navigating price pressure in negotiations. They explore effective strategies to de-commoditize offers and handle common negotiation tactics, such as competitors offering lower prices. This insightful discussion is crucial for anyone looking to enhance their negotiation skills and achieve…
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StreetSmart: Negotiation Problem #2: Price Pressure
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16:05In this StreetSmart episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Carrie Welles, Vice President and co-founder of Think Ink, about the common negotiation tactic of "I can get the same thing cheaper." They delve into why this tactic is so effective and dangerous, costing companies millions annually, and discuss strategies to combat it effectively. This conver…
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StreetSmart: How to Combat "I can get the same thing cheaper"
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7:36In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Carrie Welles about the predictable nature of negotiation. They explore how negotiation is not as unpredictable as many believe, discussing a groundbreaking study that categorizes the majority of negotiation tactics into two main patterns. This conversation is crucial for anyone looking to understand the …
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Street Smart: Exploring the Depths of Modern Negotiation Challenges
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9:53In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Carrie Welles, Vice President and co-founder of Think Inc., about modern challenges and strategies in B2B negotiation. They explore the inadequacies of traditional negotiation training and introduce a more practical, street-smart approach that aligns with today's data-driven market dynamics. This discussi…
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"Damage" (ENT, Season 3) w/ Writer PHYLLIS STRONG
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54:02THIS VOYAGE, Peter Holmstrom (author, The Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) and Lisa Klink (screenwriter, Star Trek Deep Space Nine, Voyager) are joined by Star Trek: Enterprise screenwriter, Phyllis Strong to discuss her Season 3 episode, Damages. Learn the secrets of crafting the Xindi serialized season, the hardships of telling a story influenced b…
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Unlocking Potential in Sales Teams w/Maria White
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21:46In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Maria White, co-founder of Good Morning Enablement, about high-performance sales teams and the transformative strategies implemented at HP. They explore the challenges and methodologies involved in reshaping sales teams to adapt to market changes and acquisition growth. This insightful discussion delves int…
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"The Tholian Web" (TOS, Season 3) w/ Co-Writer CHET RICHARDS
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1:01:25THIS VOYAGE. PETER HOLMSTROM (author, The Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) and LISA KLINK (writer, Star Trek: Voyager) are thrilled to be joined by rocket scientist CHET RICHARDS, who in the 1960s co-wrote the legendary episode of The Original Series, "The Tholian Web." Learn the secrets of Season Three,, the trials of freelancing an episode for The …
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Enabling Customers to Sell for You w/Mark Whitesell
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22:08In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Mark Whitesell about the increasingly relevant topic of enabling customers to sell for you. With over 30 years of experience in sales, sales engineering, and sales enablement, Mark shares his insights on how sales reps can empower customers to advocate for their proposals internally, especially in today's r…
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Learning-Centric Sales Enablement w/Jonas Taylor
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31:21In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Jonas Taylor, the lead of enablement at Sigma Computing, about the evolving landscape of sales enablement. They explore how sales enablement is shifting from an education-centric approach to a more dynamic, learning-centric model that prioritizes real-time, actionable training over traditional content-heavy…
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The Future of Sales Methodologies & AI w/Andy Paul
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39:33In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Andy Paul about the effectiveness and relevance of sales methodologies in today's dynamic market environment. They explore the real impact of traditional sales methodologies versus adaptive frameworks that respond to actual buyer behavior and decision-making processes. This insightful discussion challenges …
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Enhancing Sales with Tech & Authenticity w/Christopher Bell
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28:13In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Christopher Bell, an account executive at Seamless AI, about the evolving landscape of enterprise sales and the increasing importance of creativity and personal touch in sales strategies. They explore how the sales cycle has extended due to well-informed and competitive buyers, the challenges of prospecting…
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Secrets of Precision-Guided Selling w/Adam Cuzzort
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33:15In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Adam Cuzzort, VP at Outreach, about the evolving landscape of sales technology, focusing on the shift from quantitative to qualitative sales tech. They explore how AI and advanced analytics are transforming sales strategies, making them more bespoke and aligned with individual customer needs. This insightfu…
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The Art of Reducing Admin Work in Sales w/Kevin Lehman
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22:33In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Kevin Lehman, a BDR Manager at PandaDoc, about the evolving landscape of enterprise sales and the critical role of technology in enhancing sales processes. They explore how tools like PandaDoc have transformed proposal creation and tracking, significantly reducing administrative burdens for sales teams. T…
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"Twilight" (ENT S3 EP 8) w/ROBERT DUNCAN MCNEILL & MICHAEL SUSSMAN
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1:10:10THIS VOYAGE, hosts PETER HOLMSTROM (The Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) and LISA KLINK (writer, Star Trek: Voyager) are joined by guest co-host DANIEL NOA (host, The Young Indy Chroniclers) to examine one of the finest entries in the Enterprise canon, "Twilight," along with guests, the director, ROBERT DUNCAN MCNEILL (actor, Tom Paris) and writer MI…
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Exploring the Depths of Sales and Marketing Alignment w/Nicole Tamms
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16:31In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Nicole Tamms about the crucial relationship between sales and product marketing. They explore the common misunderstandings and potential areas of friction that can arise when these two functions do not align properly within an organization. Nicole shares her insights on how product marketing can effectively…
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A Deep Dive into Relationship Building w/Dilberth Jimenez
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23:16In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Dilberth Jimenez, a senior sales executive at Tungsten Automation, about the evolving landscape of technology sales and the increasing importance of human relationships in business transactions. They explore how sales strategies have shifted in response to more informed and autonomous customers, emphasizing…
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STAR TREK: ENTERPRISE WRITERS ROOM REUNION - LIVE AT STLV
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54:53THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts Briefing Room goes inside the making of Enterprise with PETER HOLMSTROM (author, the Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) and DANIEL NOA (co-host, the Young Indy Chroniclers Podcast) as they uncover the secrets of a franchise that decided to turn back the clock to tell a prequel television series with a writers reunion panel f…
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Tactical Vs. Strategic Sales Enablement w/Jeremy Park
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18:56In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Jeremy Park, Senior Sales Enablement Manager at Airbase, about the strategic and tactical aspects of sales enablement. They explore Jeremy's unique journey from a non-traditional background into the world of sales and how pressing 'two' led to his first sales job. This conversation sheds light on the reacti…
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Slippery Dipsy-Doodle: Exploring the Prodigy Galaxy w/ DAN HAGEMAN, BONNIE GORDON, AARON WALTKE & NAMI MELUMAD
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52:51THIS VOYAGE, The Treksperts Briefing Room presents a special episode recorded LIVE AT STLV as PETER HOLMSTROM (The Center Seat: 55 Years of Star Trek) and DANIEL NOA (The Young Indy Chroniclers podcast) join forces to moderate a panel at STLV celebrating Star Trek Prodigy, with executive producer and co-creator DAN HAGEMAN, co-executive producer AA…
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Mastering B2B Street Fighting with Insights from Austin Smith
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18:47In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Austin Smith, an enterprise account executive at Oomnitza, about the evolving landscape of B2B sales, aptly termed "B2B Street Fighting." They dive into how the sales environment has shifted over the past five years, discussing the increased challenges in building and closing pipelines, the necessity of ada…
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A Deep Dive into Emotional Regulation For Sales Performance w/Arup Chakravarti
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30:39In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks to Arup Chakravarti about the intersection of mindfulness, meditation, and emotional intelligence (EQ) in the context of enterprise sales. They explore how these practices can significantly enhance personal and professional lives, particularly within high-pressure sales environments. This insightful discussion…
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Assimilating Vegas - Star Trek: The Experience LIVE at #STLV
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49:55THIS VOYAGE, the TREKSPERTS BRIEFING ROOM presents a special episode recorded LIVE at the Inglorious Treksperts Stage during this year's STLV convention, as PETER HOLMSTROM (author, The Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) is joined by co-host LISA KLINK and special guest SCOTT HARDY of the SpyHard Podcast, for the lost but not forgotten Las Vegas attrac…
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Breaking Down Sales Operating Systems w/Liz Heiman
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26:10In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talks with Liz Heiman, CEO and chief strategist at Regarding Sales, about the critical components and importance of a robust B2B sales operating system. They explore how a well-structured sales operating system can lead to predictable sales revenue and discuss the common pitfalls that many leaders face in sales mana…
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Hey Hey We're the Monkeys: 12 MONKEYS REUNION - LIVE AT #STLV
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58:03THIS VOYAGE, PETER HOLMSTROM (The Center Seat: 55 Years of Trek) and guest co-host DANIEL NOA (Young Indy Chroniclers podcast) present a reunion panel for the cult TV series 12 MONKEYS which they moderated at year's #STLV convention. Featuring showrunner TERRY MATALAS, writer/producer CHRISTOPHER MONFETTE and stars AARON STANFORD, AMANDA SCHULL, EM…
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Selling With Social Proof To Grow Revenue w/Gabe Lullo
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25:40In this episode, Brian Dietmeyer talked with Gabe Lullo, CEO of Alleyoop, about the evolving importance of social proof in sales and marketing strategies. They delve into how social proof has become more influential than traditional sales methodologies, particularly in the context of today's digital and social media-driven market. Gabe shares insig…
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