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Is that really possible? Think 'negatively'? Yep, that's what we're saying.

In this episode, we share a module that Bryan recently taught at a client where they prepared for the 'worst case scenario' in the sales process.  Scenarios such as:*How to handle a deal that has become stuck or stalled*How to handle price resistanceEach tip Bill and Bryan give have both a market application and a mindset application. Some of this topic comes from Bob Knight's new book, The Power of Negative Thinking - An Unconventional Approach to Achieving Positive Results. Also mentioned in this podcast:*The Power of Negative Thinking: An Unconventional Approach to Achieving Positive Results by Bob Knight (http://www.amazon.com/The-Power-Negative-Thinking-Unconventional/dp/054402771X)*Email It - 20 emails to tackle the most difficult situations sales professionals face. Simply copy and paste to get the ball rolling! (http://emailitsellersguide.com/)*Want to hire Bill and Bryan for your next sales meeting? Send them an email at [email protected]

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In our podcasts, we've talked at length about The Inner Game and how vital it is for you to get your "mind right" if you are to excel in your profession. We talk about it in the context of how you talk to customers, how you talk economics and the types of questions you ask.

In this episode, Bill interviews Josh Matthews-Morgan who has written a book (partly inspired by this very podcast!) called "Deliver." It takes the idea of high performance and uses athletic stories and examples to hit home the point that your success begins in your mind. Also mentioned in this podcast:*Josh Matthews-Morgan book called Deliver: How To Perform Your Best When it Counts the Most on Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/Deliver-Perform-Your-Best-Counts/dp/0985775505)*Connect with Josh on Linkedin (http://www.linkedin.com/in/joshmatthewsmorgan)

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We're forever talking about how to motivate your prospect - to buy - to change - to do what you think they should do. But, what about YOUR motivation? That's important, too. In this episode, Bill and Bryan address some ways you can inspire yourself when you hit the skids. Plus, Brooke Green joins us and answers a LinkedIn question: What should be your main aim at a first sales meeting with a prospect? It's a new series where we use questions generated by the LinkedIn Advanced Selling Podcast Group. If you haven't joined yet, scamper over and do so today. If you have a question or comment, make sure you ask it on the ASP LinkedIn group or send us  private email at [email protected].

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It's one of the most common sayings about sales - always be closing. Common, yes. But it's wrong.

In this episode, Bill and Bryan deal with the idea of taking out that prevailing wisdom of always closing. And, in it's place, put in some other rules that fill the void.

And the next time you go to sales training and the trainer gives voice to that worn out phrase, "always be closing", you'll have some new frameworks to teach them.

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Tons of books have been written about work-at-home habits, but in today's episode, we'll deal with them from the sales standpoint. Some listeners might be a permanent work-at-home fixture. Others might work from there temporarily. Regardless, it can be your MOST productive place OR you worst nightmare.

Hear what Bill and Bryan have to say about the pluses and minuses.

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• Follow @billcaskey and @bneale on Twitter
• "Never Eat Alone: All Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time" by Keith Ferrazzi and Tahl Raz

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In this episode, Bill and Bryan talk about how to tell your story so people see your distinction. There's a lot written today about the use of the resume, or the bio or the story in your messaging. We believe it's vital that you have your story down cold - and this podcast gives you a checklist to make sure you do.  

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This is a rather odd situation you might say. But lately, we've had several of our clients bring up this very issue. In this episode, Bill and Bryan talk about the emotional issues that might go in to dealing with a prospect you don't like/respect or one that doesn't like you. Hopefully, you'll never have this, but if you do, this episode might help.

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The answer to that question might cause you a little pain yourself. When you approach a prospect by asking them questions designed to find out what's bothering them so you can sell them a solution, you might miss TONS of opportunity. In this podcast, Bill and Bryan get into a model they use to help you know how to find problems the customer doesn't even know they have.Keep the mail coming in…[email protected]  

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Not to be confused with an 'old flame' this podcast is about restarting a sales relationship that ended. It might have even ended badly as in the example in this episode.

Bill and Bryan give you a few tips on how to re-engage with people who have dropped off the earth.

Make sure you email us your questions for use on the show: listener@advancedsellingpodcast. And follow us on Twitter: @billcaskey and @bneale. 

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We come back to the two-part interview with WNBA championship coach Lin Dunn, who continues with the lessons she's learned about leadership and inspiring her team. Remember, even though some of you aren't basketball fans, we wanted to bring you successful people from all walks of life and learn what they know about inspiring people.

You can follow Lin on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Coach_Dunn