Peak Performance Selling

In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, we revisit and delve deeper into our previous conversation with Amy Hrehovcik, a seasoned sales professional turned mental health advocate. Jordan and Amy delve into the complexities of achieving and sustaining high performance in sales. They discuss the emotional toll of success, the struggle with toxic positivity, and the importance of embracing authentic emotions. They highlight the evolving landscape of sales, emphasizing the fusion of personal and professional lives. Furthermore, they explore the significant role of mental health in sales, advocating for seeking professional help and destigmatizing support to foster a more empathetic and resilient sales culture.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

"I'm earning more money than I've ever thought I would in my life. And I'm more stressed than I've ever been."

"We're all humans doing the best with what we've got, having this human experience."

"There is absolutely no reason to try to suffer through that alone. Rip that bandaid off and figure out your shit as quickly as possible with a professional."

"How do we help you grow as a person, elevate yourself to that next level?"

You can connect with Amy Hrehovcik through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyhrehovcik/

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Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

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In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, we revisit and delve deeper into our previous conversation with Amy Hrehovcik, a seasoned sales professional turned mental health advocate. She shares her journey from a sales background to championing mental wellness. Discussing upbringing, discomfort, and emotional awareness, Amy delves into the profound impact of understanding and embracing discomfort in sales and personal growth. From childhood anecdotes to insights on navigating emotions in the high-stress sales environment, Amy offers practical advice on mental health, sales strategies, and creating a more empathetic, resilient salesforce.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

"All growth takes place outside of your comfort zone."

"Step one, get present. Step two, define how you're feeling right now and go from there."

"One top performance is not indicative of health. The absence of symptoms does not equate to health."

"Not only will prioritizing mental health make your life better, but it will also positively impact the lives of those around you."

You can connect with Amy Hrehovcik through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyhrehovcik/

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Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

MyCoreOs.com: http://mycoreos.com/

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbenj09

In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, we revisit deeper into our previous conversation with Cynthia Barnes—an influential figure in sales, the founder of the National Association of Women Sales Professionals (NAWSP), a prominent advocate for empowering women in sales, and a distinguished keynote speaker. Jordan and Cynthia discuss strategies for fostering equity and inclusivity in sales leadership, delving into actionable advice for supporting historically excluded groups, particularly women in sales. Cynthia shares valuable insights and actionable steps for creating an environment where everyone thrives, emphasizing the role of responsibility, professional development, and empathy in achieving sustainable success.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

Success is never created in a vacuum. We are better together."

"Your success or failure in sales is all on you. Embrace responsibility to affect change."

"Become a professional student of sales. Read an hour a day; turn your car into a university on wheels."

You can connect with Cynthia Barnes through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiabarnes/

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Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

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Podcast: https://www.mycoreos.com/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbenj09

In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, we revisit deeper into our previous conversation with Cynthia Barnes—an influential figure in sales, the founder of the National Association of Women Sales Professionals (NAWSP), a prominent advocate for empowering women in sales, and a distinguished keynote speaker. Jordan and Cynthia discuss strategies for cultivating resilience, overcoming setbacks, and fostering inclusivity within the sales industry. Cynthia shares invaluable insights on bouncing back from failures, transforming setbacks into learning experiences, and the significance of inclusive cultures in empowering women in sales.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

"There are no failures in life. There are only opportunities to bounce back better."

"The more adversity you face, the stronger you become."

"If you wait a year to implement a change, that employee is going to go to a company where they are celebrated, not where they are tolerated."

"Equality says I offered everybody the same thing. Equity says I'm going to offer you what you need to survive."

You can connect with Cynthia Barnes through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiabarnes/

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Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

MyCoreOs.com: http://mycoreos.com/

Podcast: https://www.mycoreos.com/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbenj09

In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, we revisit and delve deeper into our previous conversation with Cynthia Barnes—an influential figure in sales, the founder of the National Association of Women Sales Professionals (NAWSP), a prominent advocate for empowering women in sales, and a distinguished keynote speaker. Cynthia delves into the transformative power of affirmations, neuroscience, and overcoming inner criticism to foster peak performance in sales. She shares personal experiences and actionable strategies, illustrating how affirmations can reshape neural pathways, leading to increased confidence and resilience.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

"Your mind can only handle affirmations. A positive affirmation in present tense and in positive tense. So whatever you say behind the words, 'I am,' your body and your mind believe."

"What others say about you is none of your business. What people feel about you is none of your business."

"I can choose intentionally to be bitter or better. That power between stimulus and response is where we have so much ability to choose."

You can connect with Cynthia Barnes through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiabarnes/

If you’re listening to the Peak Performance Selling Podcast, please subscribe, share, and send us your feedback.

Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

MyCoreOs.com: http://mycoreos.com/

Podcast: https://www.mycoreos.com/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbenj09

In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, we revisit and delve deeper into our previous conversation with Cynthia Barnes—an influential figure in sales, the founder of the National Association of Women Sales Professionals (NAWSP), a prominent advocate for empowering women in sales, and a distinguished keynote speaker. Cynthia generously shares insights into her distinctive strategies, discussing their impact on setting empowering goals, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, and cultivating a mindset centered on personal sufficiency in the field of sales.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

"If I had all the tools, resources, knowledge, everything that I need, what could I accomplish?"

"Sometimes we think too small... Instead, why don't we think bigger and say, 'If I had all the tools... what could I accomplish?'"

"Nobody needs to tell you you're great. We need to intrinsically believe that we were enough."

You can connect with Cynthia Barnes through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiabarnes/

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Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

MyCoreOs.com: http://mycoreos.com/

Podcast: https://www.mycoreos.com/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbenj09

In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, we dive deep to a conversion from our previous guest, Ralph Barsi, who was at the time a VP of Global Inside Sales at Tray IO in San Francisco. We delve into strategies, resources, and mentoring initiatives aimed at supporting team members' mental health, particularly in the sales environment. Ralph shares actionable insights on how leaders can create a supportive culture, specifically addressing women in sales and ways to enhance their career paths. The discussion also covers effective teaching methods, defining success, and valuable takeaways for personal and professional growth.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

"You shouldn't try to pursue opportunities. Switch gears in your head and work to attract opportunities."

"Your attitude, disposition, approach, your happiness, your energy level is going to influence a lot of different people."

"Success is having a positive impact on others, making them feel better about themselves and life after being in your presence."

You can connect with Ralph Barsi through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphbarsi/

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Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbenj09

In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, we dive deep to a conversion from our previous guest, Ralph Barsi, who was at the time a VP of Global Inside Sales at Tray IO in San Francisco. We unravel essential tips, mental strategies, and routines that breed sustainable peak performance. From discussing vulnerability to structuring one's day and fostering resilience, we explore how leaders and reps can thrive in the competitive sales landscape.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

"Hey, I'm not perfect. I know that. And like, here's how we can kind of open up and crack that ice."

"When you're a BDR, you have to go through the motions and you've got to fall on your face over and over again. But my Lord, when you come out of it, you are unstoppable."

"Help them get there and be mindful of the pace that they're running with."

You can connect with Ralph Barsi through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphbarsi/

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Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

MyCoreOs.com: http://mycoreos.com/

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbenj09

In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, we dive deep to a conversion from our previous guest, Ralph Barsi, who was at the time a VP of Global Inside Sales at Tray IO in San Francisco. Ralph shares invaluable insights on the significance of being present and purpose-driven in sales careers, offering wisdom on building authentic success and a purposeful mindset.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

"Today is what's real; tomorrow's an idea."

"Focus on the inputs more than the outcomes."

"Every system is perfectly designed to get the results it gets."

"The more you share about your purpose, the more I might be able to help."

"Be with us here and now, and give us everything you got right now, and it'll pay off in spades."

You can connect with Ralph Barsi through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphbarsi/

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Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbenj09

In this episode of Peak Performance Selling Podcast, host Jordan Benjamin interviews Ralph Barsi, VP of Sales at Kahua, about the intersection of mental health, authenticity, and effective sales leadership. Ralph shares insights from his journey in sales development, emphasizing the significance of authenticity, self-awareness, and building peak performance teams.

PEAK PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS QUOTES

"Not everybody's going to be like you, and you've got to be aware of that."

"Life is like bumper cars... You hit a wall, back up, turn a little bit, and then try again."

"Embrace authenticity in sales, it builds rapport and credibility faster."

You can connect with Ralph Barsi through the link below.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphbarsi/

If you’re listening to the Peak Performance Selling Podcast, please subscribe, share, and send us your feedback.

Jordan Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanbenjamin/

MyCoreOs.com: http://mycoreos.com/

Podcast: https://www.mycoreos.com/podcast

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbenj09