Today I had the pleasure of speaking with the general manager of DaBella, Alex Keats. Alex has been with DaBella since 2016 and in the home improvement industry for over 3 years. Some things that you may not know about Alex is that his career started in sports. He rowed for 4 years at the University of Washington. He wants to share some of the philosophies he learned from his athletic career that he applies up to this day to become a better salesperson. 

Let’s jump into Alex’s story on why gaining a better perspective is the key to success

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 08:30] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce the guest Alex Keats into the show
• Alex talks about his background and where his journey in sports began

[08:31 - 12:38] Applying the Right Mentality and Attitude as a Salesperson

• Alex talks about the philosophy that our coach instilled in him and he applies it to his sales career and to every opportunity that comes his way.  
• Alex talks about  how he builds his career to become a better salesperson 

[12:39 - 20:14] The Power of Perspective In Your Career Success 

• The metaphor about “Life is all about peaks and valleys”. You will love this! 
• Alex shares a meaningful insight about gaining perspective can lead you to a successful sales career
• How to develop your perspective 

[20:15 - 33:33] Assess and Diagnose your Feeling before Making A Decision 

• Alex gives good practical advice about considering making a shift in a sales-type organization.
• Alex shares an interesting story of how he proves to be the best fit in becoming a general manager. 
• Alex shares a great piece of advice about focusing on what you can control and let go of what you cant.
• Alex talks about the company’s operation in this COVID-19 pandemic
• Principles to follow in overcoming the crisis we are facing today. You don’t wanna miss this! 

[33:33 - 39:41] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often? 
• Take The Stairs by Rory Vaden
• If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• Martin Luther King. I’m a big fan of him
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• “Success is a choice”
• Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• I make my bed every morning
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?
• See below for social links
• Final words from me 

Tweetable Quotes: 

"Apply those skills and knowledge and experience somewhere new" - Alex Keats 

“Success is a choice” - Alex Keats 

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Rowing
• Michael Callahan 
• Peace Corps
• Take The Stairs by Rory Vaden (Amazon)
•  Dean Graziosi
• Tony Robbins
• Admiral McRaven on UT Texas at Austin 2014 Commencement Speech 
• Schedule a call with Hans

You can connect with Alex on Facebook or visit their website dabella.us/location/reno

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