Sales and Cigars

Sales and Cigars

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  • Sales and Cigars | Why Your Business Is a Sitting Duck for Hackers Making $10,000 Daily | Episode 214

    πŸ”₯ SECURE YOUR BUSINESS: The Essential Guide to Cybersecurity & AI for Small Businesses! Get your FREE strategy guide now at https://helixsalesdevelopment.com/free-story-guide

    I sat down with Jeff Roberts to tackle the growing cybersecurity threats facing small businesses today. We break down why small companies are prime targets for hackers and reveal simple yet powerful protection strategies you might already be paying for but not using. Plus, get practical advice on implementing AI tools without sacrificing the human touch your customers expect. Jeff shares eye-opening insights on multifactor authentication, the limitations of Microsoft's backup systems, and why your IT support vendor might not always have your best interests in mind.

    To reach out Jeff: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsjeff/innovationvista.com

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/

    Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #CybersecurityTips #SmallBusinessTech #AIImplementation

    51 min
  • Sales and Cigars | How Geofencing is Revolutionizing Local Advertising | Episode 213

    πŸ”₯ FINALLY! The Secret Blueprint to Turn Cold Leads into Hot Sales! Don't miss out - snag your FREE guide now at https://helixsalesdevelopment.com/free-story-guide

    From high school dropout to successful medical device sales and geofencing expert - Ernesto Cullari shares powerful insights on modern marketing strategies. Get the inside scoop on how location-based advertising is revolutionizing small business growth, with real examples from laundromats to coffee shops. Plus, hear practical tips on measuring ROI and targeting the right customers. An eye-opening conversation about making sophisticated marketing tech accessible and affordable for local businesses.

    Want more game-changing sales insights? Hit subscribe and turn on notifications! πŸ‘Š

    To reach Ernesto: Company Website: https://cullarimedia.com/workLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernestocullari Twitter: https://twitter.com/ErnestoCullari Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ernestocullari/?hl=en

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/

    Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #SmallBusinessMarketing #Geofencing #DigitalAdvertising

    37 min
  • Sales and Cigars | Turn Cold Connections into Million-Dollar Deals | Episode 212

    FREE GUIDE: Transform Your Cold Sales Into Hot Leads! Grab your blueprint at https://helixsalesdevelopment.com/free-story-guide

    From unemployed musician to successful marketing firm owner during a pandemic - Ben Albert shares his raw, unfiltered journey of building a 6-figure business in just one year. Get actionable strategies on creating magnetic content, building genuine networks, and becoming the center of gravity in your industry. Just practical science-backed methods that actually work.

    Want more game-changing insights? Hit subscribe and turn on notifications! πŸ‘Š

    To reach Ben:

    Website: www.realbusinessconnections.com LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/realbusinessconnections/,

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections

    https://www.facebook.com/balbertmarketing

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@realbusinessconnections/videos

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/

    Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #BusinessGrowth #SalesStrategy #EntrepreneurSuccess

    42 min
  • Sales and Cigars | Being Yourself on Stage | Episode 211

    Check out the FREE blueprint at https://helixsalesdevelopment.com/free-story-guide - Your fast track to communication that converts! Pro speaker Danny Brassell exposes the raw truth of powerful communication: Your most profound messages emerge from vulnerability, where imperfections transform into your greatest storytelling strength. It's about showing genuine humanity - not performing, but connecting. Learn how the moments you've wrestled with become the bridge to your audience's heart.

    Get real talk from a guy who went from stuttering to speaking worldwide. No fluff, just results.

    To reach Danny:

    Website: www.freestoryguide.com

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

    Youtube:

    https://www.YouTube.com/DannyBrassell, https://www.twitter.com/DannyBrassell,

    Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/DannyBrassell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realDannyBrassell

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/

    Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #SalesCommunication #SpeakerTraining #BusinessGrowth

    43 min
  • Sales and Cigars | The Sales Whisperer | Episode 210

    Ready to Build a Rockstar Sales Team? Discover Proven Hiring Strategies Today! πŸš€ https://helixsalesdevelopment.com Former Air Force Academy linebacker turned sales expert Wes Schaeffer shares hard-hitting insights on building elite sales teams. From military discipline to sales leadership, get real talk on why most sales training fails and how to fix it. This episode is packed with practical wisdom on recruiting, coaching, and creating a championship sales culture that drives results.

    Featuring candid stories about maintaining standards, dealing with underperformers, and why helping everyone isn't always the answer. Perfect for sales leaders who want straight talk about building high-performing teams without the typical consultant fluff.

    To reach Wes:

    Website: www.fixerwes.com

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

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesaleswhisperer

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/saleswhisperer

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/saleswhisperer

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/

    Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #SalesLeadership #TeamPerformance #SalesManagement

    43 min
  • Sales and Cigars | A Business Development Mindset | Episode 209

    Stop wasting money on underperforming sales hires. Join the Sales Hiring Secrets LIVE on Jan 28th & transform your team! Secure your spots now: https://events.helixsalesdevelopment.com/sales-hiring-secrets-invite

    Join me for a candid conversation with Geoff McDaniel, a business development powerhouse who shares his journey from restaurant owner to sales leader. Geoff reveals the mindset shifts and strategies that drove his success across multiple industries, including key lessons from Sun Tzu's "Art of War." He breaks down practical networking tactics, relationship-building approaches, and how to maintain confidence when deals don't go your way.

    This episode offers battle-tested insights for anyone looking to sharpen their business development edge. Whether you're changing industries or seeking to boost your current sales performance, Geoff's practical wisdom and real-world experience will resonate.

    To reach Geoff:

    Website: https://fishbeck.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoff-mcdaniel-aba787a8/

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/

    Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #BusinessDevelopment #SalesSuccess #NetworkingStrategy

    38 min
  • Sales and Cigars | Get that Book Out | Episode 208

    🎯 Ready to unlock a hidden benefit of writing your business book? Join me and publishing expert Rodney Miles for a smoke-filled conversation that will transform how you think about authorship.

    Discover how successful entrepreneurs gain unprecedented clarity and refine their methodologies through the book-writing process. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or an industry veteran, unleash the expertise within you!

    πŸ‘Š Hit subscribe and turn on notifications to level up your business game!

    πŸ”₯ Drop a comment with your biggest obstacle to writing your book! To reach Rodney:

    Website: www.RodneyMiles.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodney-miles-b5b340299/

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/

    Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #Business #TipsStartingAuthors #WorkLifeBalance

    39 min
  • Sales and Cigars | The 5 Pillars | Episode 207

    Want to know why most sales accountability programs fail? In this conversation with sales expert Melanie French, we dive into why your sales team's accountability system isn't working. You'll discover the two critical elements that make or break accountability, why traditional approaches backfire, and how to implement a system that actually works without destroying your culture.

    πŸ‘‰ Want proven accountability frameworks that actually work? Hit subscribe and turn on notifications to catch every episode of Sales & Cigars.

    To reach Melanie:

    Website: http://frenchsalessolutions.com/

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

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/

    Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #salesleadership #salesaccountability #businessgrowth

    42 min
  • Sales and Cigars | Stop Wasting Money on Marketing | Episode 206

    Curious about the secrets of successful digital marketing? Ever wonder what really happens behind the scenes at marketing agencies?

    In this conversation with Dave Kryszczak, founder of Spartan Digital, we pull back the curtain on what actually works (and what doesn't) in digital marketing. You'll learn:

    • Why high click rates might be lying to you (and how to spot fake engagement)

    • How to know if your marketing agency is actually helping your business

    • What questions to ask before spending money on digital marketing

    Whether you're working with an agency now or considering one in the future, this discussion will help you avoid wasting money and get real value from your marketing investment.

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/ Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #entrepreneurship #digitalmarketing #salesstrategy

    35 min
  • Sales and Cigars | 5 Questions Every Sales Person Must Ask | Episode 207

    Want to close more sales? πŸ‘‰ Get the blueprint to transform your customer relationships at https://TheSalesIntegrator.com

    Watch what happens when you ask your customers these 5 game-changing questions. A 5 question framework that helped countless businesses boost their recurring revenue by 10-30%. Perfect for distributors, contractors, and anyone in repeat sales.

    Top takeaways:

    • Why doctors never "sell" but always close deals

    • The hidden reason most distributors fail at customer retention

    • How to turn price objections into value conversations

    • The exact questions that uncover what customers really buy

    • Why prospecting might be killing your sales growth

    Connect with us:

    Website: https://www.helixsalesdevelopment.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcrosby248/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walter.crosby.1690, https://www.facebook.com/salesandcigars/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/helix-sales-development/

    Twitter: https://x.com/WalterCrosby

    #BusinessExit #EntrepreneurSuccess #SalesStrategy

    35 min

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How do you increase sales in your organization? Host Walter Crosby sits down with cigar in hand and has growth minded conversations proven to boost sales. Crosby sets the table by identifying areas…