• Five Tips on How to Sell Without Negotiating
    Feb 12 2024

    In this Next Level Selling Podcast episode, host Michael Paulk discusses five tips on selling without negotiating. He challenges the traditional notion that selling has always been about negotiating and emphasizes the importance of putting heart into the sales process. Michael shares his perspective on discounting prices and encourages sales professionals to take a consultative approach to selling. He also emphasizes the need for better communication skills and the ability to anticipate prospects' questions.

    Need more Michael? Head over to: www.MichaelPaulk.com

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    19 mins
  • Ask not, ”How do I Sell?” Ask Instead, ”Why Do They Buy?”
    Jan 29 2024

    In this VIDEO episode of the Next Level Selling Podcast, host Michael Paulk discusses the question that many salespeople ask, which is all too often: "How do I sell?" While sales techniques and processes are essential, Michael emphasizes understanding why customers BUY. Drawing from his experience and conversations with customers over the years, he shares the key factors influencing buying decisions. These include fair pricing, building customer trust and rapport, instilling confidence, and demonstrating value. Michael highlights the importance of being liked by customers and how it contributes to successful sales. He encourages salespeople to focus on these factors and adopt a consultative selling approach to achieve sales success.

    For more info, visit www.MichaelPaulk.com, and we'll see you at the TOP!

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    10 mins
  • 10 Sales Techniques That Great Salespeople Know
    Jan 23 2024

    In this Next Level Selling Podcast episode, Michael shares ten sales techniques that great salespeople know. From his experience as a stockbroker and sales consultant, Michael provides valuable insights and actionable tips for sales professionals looking to improve their skills. From storytelling and putting yourself in the prospect's shoes to handling objections and following a sales process, Michael covers a range of strategies that can help salespeople excel in their careers. With a focus on mindset and attitude, he emphasizes the importance of having a positive outlook and a strong work ethic. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take their sales game to The Next Level. Check out Michael on the web at www.MichaelPaulk.com

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    14 mins
  • Handling Rejection like a Pro: Emotional Resilience in Sales.
    Jan 16 2024

    VIDEO is now on Spotify and YouTube! We all get the NO'S in the world of selling; the question is, how badly do you let it affect you? In this episode (Micheal's first video podcast!) Michael talks about what's required to keep your mind in tip-top shape! (And I promise the quality of the videos will get better and better!) Let's go!

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    10 mins
  • Is Negotiating Selling?
    Nov 27 2023

    Michael discusses the difference between selling and negotiating in this episode of the Next Level Selling Podcast. He emphasizes the importance of selling as a process that involves providing value and influencing the buyer's decision. Negotiating, on the other hand, focuses on reaching an agreement on terms and involves lowering the price. Michael also shares ten sales techniques that every great salesperson should master, including telling a great story, putting yourself in the buyer's shoes, and handling objections immediately. He encourages salespeople to have a great attitude and be pleasantly persistent in their pursuit of prospects.

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    18 mins
  • 10 Reasons Top Salespeople don’t have to be the Best Closers.
    Oct 15 2023

    In this episode, Michael Paulk discusses why top salespeople don't always have to be the best closers. He emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships, using a consultative selling approach, and having product knowledge, and listening skills. He also highlights the significance of trust and credibility, referrals and word of mouth, emotional intelligence, industry knowledge, timing, and product or service fit. For more info visit: www.MichaelPaulk.com

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    14 mins