Sell Anything

Sell Anything

By JL Van ZyverdenBusiness
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Sell Anything episodes

  • #16: How Sell More Using Comedy with Bryce Prescott

    Sales isn't about slick lines or high-pressure nonsense anymore. It's about trust, emotional intelligence, and knowing how to make people laugh without being a clown.


    In this episode of the Sell Anything Podcast, we unpack sales psychology that actually works in 2025. You'll learn how authenticity builds instant rapport, how to flip objections with the left turn, and why being real beats being perfect every time. Whether you’re knocking doors or scaling a brand, these strategies will help you close faster and feel good doing it.


    Comedian and sales pro Bryce Prescott shares the mindset shifts that took him from cold calls to sold-out stages and high-ticket clients. He reveals how humor lowers defenses, why congruency matters more than charisma, and how sales becomes a superpower when it's rooted in truth. If you want to stop sounding like a robot and start selling like a human, don’t miss this one.


    Chapters

    (00:00) Introduction

    (00:47) How Humor Gives You a Competitive Edge

    (02:19) From Mortgages to Comedy to Sales Mastery

    (05:01) Authenticity That Closes Why Trust Sells

    (08:49) The Left Turn Technique to Reset Resistance

    (11:57) Imperfect Over Polished Why Being Real Works

    (14:33) Honesty Self Awareness and Personal Growth

    (18:37) Can AI Replace Salespeople What Still Matters

    (22:23) Training Flow and Selling with Intuition

    (28:42) The Sales Superpower You Already Have


    34 min
  • #15: How To Build a Sales Network Worth Millions with Aaron Bare

    Struggling to close deals, scale your business, or stand out in sales? Learn how manifestation, sales psychology, identity shifting, and AI mentorship can unlock exponential growth, persuasion mastery, and peak performance.


    In this episode of the Sell Anything Podcast, we dive into how top sales professionals think, how to influence with clarity, and why your mindset is your greatest sales tool. If you're in sales, marketing, leadership, or entrepreneurship, this episode is your tactical blueprint for selling more with less resistance.


    Aaron Bare is not your typical entrepreneur. He scaled the National Association of Sales Professionals to over 60,000 members, built Jobbing TV into a platform that made salespeople famous, and now leads a movement using AI and identity to transform how people grow and sell. He breaks down the difference between effort and energy, the psychology of belief, and how to create exponential results by aligning your future self with today's action.


    Whether you're leading a team or building your brand, this conversation will help you rewire how you show up and what you're capable of selling.


    Chapters

    (00:00) Introduction

    (06:42) The 30-Day Manifestation That Changed Everything

    (12:28) Scaling NASP From Phoenix to 60,000 Members

    (18:57) Lessons From Failure and the Danger of Letting Go Early

    (25:21) How Mentorship and Energy Shape Sales Success

    (31:36) Aaron’s Vision for AI Mentorship

    (38:11) Identity Shifts Quantum Performance and Purpose

    (44:39) Family Faith and the Meaning Behind True Success

    (51:03) Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Creating Legacy Wealth

    (57:18) Final Reflections on the Power of Living in the Now


    1 hr 2 min
  • #14: The New Age of Selling on Social Media with Gabe Padilla

    In this episode of Sell Anything, JL sits down with Gabe Padilla, a former creator-turned-founder who’s mastered the art of warm inbound sales. With over $30M in sales and zero ad spend, Gabe reveals how to turn social content and DMs into a high-conversion system.

    You’ll learn how to build trust before you ever sell, why niche content is the foundation of community, and how real conversations still close the best deals. Whether you're running a brand, building a creator business, or managing clients, this episode is packed with clear tactics to elevate your sales game without sounding like a walking pitch deck.

    Gabe shares the story behind founding Ellipsend, the platform changing how creators and brands track revenue from content. He also opens up about managing ADHD as a founder, defining life before career, and why value-first relationships unlock opportunities that money can't buy.

    Chapters

    00:00 – Introduction: The New Rules of Selling

    04:17 – Why Trust Is the New Currency in Sales

    06:21 – From Modeling to Marketing to Software: Gabe’s Evolution

    10:43 – Pivoting with Purpose: Resilience and Relevance

    36:42 – How to Build a Personal Brand (Without Faking It)

    52:52 – Managing ADHD as a Founder: Creativity Meets Structure

    54:24 – Connection is Transaction: Building Relationships that Last


    1 hr 18 min
  • #13: From Free Samples to Worldwide Sales with Scott Hughes

    Most people overlook problems that feel too small. Scott Hughes didn’t and that decision built a global brand.


    What started as frustration with how tattoos were healed turned into Saniderm, a company now trusted in over 100 countries. In this episode, Scott shares how one overlooked detail in an overlooked industry became the foundation for everything: his product, his business, and eventually, his exit.


    From handing out samples in tattoo shops to building real trust with artists, Scott walks through the pivots, setbacks, and mindset that took him from corporate burnout to building something with staying power. If you’ve ever had a good idea and wondered if it’s worth pursuing—this conversation might change how you think about risk, sales, and success.


    Chapters

    0:00 - Intro: Saniderm Origin Story

    6:20 - Branding, Positioning, & Nailing the Name

    12:30 - Struggles of Selling in a Taboo Industry

    20:00 - Tattoo Legalization & Market Shift

    23:30 - Competition, First Online Sales & Scaling

    27:40 - International Expansion & Retail Domination

    31:00 - Direct to Consumer Pivot & Product Line Growth

    34:20 - Leadership, Mentorship & Playing the Long Game

    44:50 - Life After the Exit


    Connect with Scott

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/rscotth421

    58 min
  • #12: Sales, Creatine, and GAINS with Braven Grant

    At just 16 years old, Braven Grant made a move most seasoned entrepreneurs never pull off: he secured exclusive product rights and launched a brand that would later generate over $30 million in direct-to-consumer sales. In this episode, Braven breaks down the real strategies behind scaling GAINS — and why mastering persuasion, belief, and relentless progress is the formula that separates winners from the rest.


    Braven Grant is the founder of GAINS in Bulk, a direct-to-consumer supplement company known for its clean formulas and cult following. He's also the author of The Creatine Code, a deep dive into the science and strategy behind one of fitness’s most powerful tools. In this episode, Braven shares his insights on authentic marketing, navigating adversity, and why belief — both in yourself and your product — is the ultimate sales tool.


    Chapters:

    00:00 - Why Most Entrepreneurs Plateau (and How to Break Through)

    04:23 - The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything for Braven

    09:57 - How Braven Secured Exclusive Rights at 16 Years Old

    14:35 - Scaling GAINS: Lessons from $30M in Direct Sales

    19:45 - The Secret to Customer Loyalty in the Supplement Industry

    26:18 - Faith, Family, and Entrepreneurship: Building a Business That Lasts

    33:02 - Creating "The Creatine Code": Educating Your Market for Sales Power

    38:11 - Braven’s Top Advice for Entrepreneurs Who Feel Stuck

    42:50 - Final Takeaways: The Power of Progress Over Perfection


    GAINS Website: https://www.gainsinbulk.com

    Get The Creatine Code on Amazon: https://a.co/d/cBFvu5V

    42 min
  • #11: 100 Million Dollar Sales Secrets with Allan Draper

    What separates average entrepreneurs from elite performers? The ability to sell anything—not just products, but beliefs, ideas, and opportunities. In this episode, JL sits down with serial entrepreneur and investor Allan Draper to unpack the psychology of persuasion, the power of self-promotion, and the sales strategies that helped him turn a pest control startup into a $100M empire.


    Allan shares what most people get wrong about influence, how to build real confidence, and why door-to-door sales is still the ultimate bootcamp for any founder. They also dig into family, faith, and how personal values shape professional success.


    If you’re a founder, closer, or content creator trying to level up your influence—this conversation is your playbook.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction

    02:27 From Small Town Hustle to Big Business

    07:07 The Origin of Proof Pest Control

    13:19 Why Door-to-Door Creates Elite Closers

    23:09 Balancing Business with Family & Faith

    24:41 Communication Tips from a Conference That Changed Everything

    26:47 How to Use Storytelling to Close More Deals

    51 min
  • #10: Training Bird Dogs and Closing Deals with Tyce Erickson

    Ever wonder how hard work and integrity could be the real secret to closing deals? Bird Dog trainer and entrepreneur Tyce Erickson breaks down the surprising overlap between customer service, sales, and training animals, and why passion makes all the difference.


    In this episode of the Sell Anything Podcast, Tyce shares how lessons from selling cars, training dogs, and chasing down opportunities shaped his success as a business owner. From mastering client relationships to building a career around something you love, this conversation is packed with real-world strategies for sales pros and entrepreneurs.


    Tyce Erickson, founder of Utah Bird Dog Training, has spent nearly two decades refining his craft. His story proves that passion, service, and integrity aren’t just nice ideas, they’re the foundation for lasting success in business.


    Chapters

    (00:00) Introduction to Tyce Erickson

    (01:52) From Bagger to Boss: An Entrepreneurial Journey

    (05:36) Adventures and Challenges in Hawaii

    (12:04) Family Dynamics and the Entrepreneurial Spirit

    (14:31) From Cars to Canines: Transitioning to Dog Training

    (21:45) Lessons from the Dealership: Service and Integrity

    (37:37) Passion, Purpose, and Animal Training


    58 min
  • #9: How to Build Wealth with Scott Henderson

    You can outwork the competition and still end up broke. If you're great at selling but struggle with building wealth, this episode is for you. We uncover why emotional intelligence, financial literacy, and mentorship aren’t just soft skills. They’re sales weapons. This conversation will challenge how you think about money, your mindset, and your role as a salesperson in control of your future.

    Our guest, Scott Henderson, founder of Herder X Capital, built his business in hard money lending by mastering both numbers and people. He reveals how mentorship shaped his career, the financial habits every high-performer needs, and why you must invest only in what you actually understand. Whether you're in real estate, sales, or scaling your own company—this episode delivers tools you can act on now.


    Chapters:

    (00:00) Why Most Salespeople Stay Broke

    (02:01) Mentorship in Real Estate: Leverage or Limitation?

    (07:37) Selling with Purpose: Changing Lives in Jamaica

    (11:33) Sales as a Mirror: Self-Discovery Through the Close

    (19:47) Pivot Points: How to Reinvent Yourself in Sales

    (24:23) Family Pressure & Finances: The Hidden Sales Struggle

    (26:41) The Wealth Equation: Literacy, Discipline, and Long-Term Play

    43 min
  • #8: Finding A "Why" That Makes You Cry with Scott Garcia

    You think sales is about pitching? Think again. The highest performers in sales, real estate, and even combat sports all leverage one key principle: psychological momentum. In this episode, former teacher, martial arts champion, and now real estate investor Scott Garcia reveals how mastering mindset, goal-setting, and integrity can 10X your success in sales and beyond. Scott’s journey from wrestling mats to multimillion-dollar deals will change how you approach sales, business, and personal growth forever.


    Chapters:

    (00:00) Welcome

    (01:47) Scott Garcia's Story

    (09:26) Unconventional Real Estate Deals

    (22:06) Door-to-Door Sales Success Stories

    (23:42) The Art of Selling in Real Estate

    (25:27) The Power of Commitment

    (35:46) The Value of Selling Skills

    38 min
  • #7: The Triad of Selling

    Struggling to close more deals? Master the triad of selling—prospect, product, and communication—to transform your approach. In this episode, JL breaks down how emotional intelligence and psychology influence every sale and how you can use them to your advantage.

    Success in sales isn’t just about having the best product—it’s about understanding your ideal customer and guiding them through a buying decision. People buy based on emotion and justify with logic. This episode unpacks the psychology behind decision-making, helping you sharpen your persuasion skills and influence prospects more effectively.


    Chapters:

    00:00 – Introduction: Why Sales Is About Psychology

    02:15 – The Triad of Selling: Prospect, Product, and Communication

    06:40 – Understanding Your Ideal Customer and Their Pain Points

    7 min

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Life is a pitch. Whether you realize it or not, every product, every service, and every conversation is selling you something. In Sell Anything, professional salesman JL Van Zyverden breaks down an…