The Sales Game

The Sales Game

By Josh MackayBusinessEntrepreneurship
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The Sales Game episodes

  • Building Bush Access: The First Wins, Setbacks & What’s Coming Next
    In this episode, I give a raw update on the first few days of launching the WA Bowhunting Bush Access Pack. From big early interest and two paid backers, to what I’ve learned about outreach, messaging, and navigating land access under WA’s strict hunting laws.

    I also share how a close contact with serious landowner connections could change the game—and what’s coming next in terms of vetting, property deals, and scaling the idea without losing its integrity.

    If you’ve been watching from the sidelines, this episode breaks it all down.
    16 min
  • Episode 159 - Full CRM Build and Sales Training Offer - The Sales Game
    I’m flat broke in debt but more excited than ever to fully send On an offer that I just created for working with Solar businesses in Australia building a full CRM doing sales training improving deal margins conversions improving their offer and automating their follow-up sequences as well as providing a lot of other value adds to the CRM and automations. I’m just sharing which companies I’m targeting what my offer structure will be and what the process of going through and qualifying the companies I’m working with will look like.
    35 min
  • Episode 156 - Closing Residential Solar Business- The Sales Game
    Just a podcast talking about closing out the residential Solar aspect of the business and potentially even looking at working under another business and learning a different industry or a different skill set and just doing some side project stuff for Sales launch for fun like building an AI chat and Sales support pot and Solar sales course just to train this child chat so I can build a CRM which can automate it and just doing it for fun just to see how much you can automate the process including SMS Emails and maybe even Robo calls.
    26 min
  • Days 101 to 105: The Go-Giver Mindset - Enriching Your Life and Business
    In this episode of "The Sales Game with Josh McKay," I reflect on the importance of giving more than you receive, inspired by "The Magic of Thinking Big" and "The Go-Giver." These principles have helped me focus on providing value without expecting immediate returns, enriching both my life and business.

    I share personal insights on maintaining balance and enjoying the journey, emphasising that life is not a rehearsal—this is the main act. By introducing patience into my business approach, I aim to reduce stress and build a more enjoyable and sustainable venture.

    I also touch on the value of spending time in nature to clear my mind and the importance of enjoying what you do. A recent experience with potential employee turnover highlighted the need for patience and professionalism, and I discuss how tools like ChatGPT can help maintain a positive tone in challenging communications.

    Additionally, I recount my conversations with a fellow solar business owner in South Australia, illustrating the ups and downs of scaling a business and the importance of enjoying the process. The episode concludes with a reminder that different strengths and perspectives are what make the world work.

    Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on giving, patience, and finding joy in the entrepreneurial journey.

    6 min
  • Days 96 to 100: Building an Autonomous Sales Team - Empowerment and Responsibility
    I share how spending time in nature helps me manage stress and maintain clarity. When faced with overwhelming news about potential employee turnover, I took a break, left my phone behind, and went for a bushwalk. This practice, combined with meditation, helped me regain focus and respond professionally.

    I discuss the importance of taking time before reacting to challenging situations and how tools like ChatGPT can help tone-check my responses. Maintaining a balanced lifestyle, including regular workouts and healthy eating, has been crucial for my overall well-being and stress management.
    I also touch on my current reading journey, highlighting insights from "Poor Charlie's Almanac" and the value of investing wisely. Emphasising the importance of enjoying the process rather than fixating on end results, I share how wisdom from books and personal reflections shape my approach to business and life.

    Tune in to explore how nature, mindfulness, and continuous learning contribute to a balanced and effective entrepreneurial journey.
    3 min
  • Days 91 to 95: Pause and Reflect - Effective Strategies for Handling Business Challenges
    I share how spending time in nature helps me manage stress and maintain clarity. When faced with overwhelming news about potential employee turnover, I took a break, left my phone behind, and went for a bushwalk. This practice, combined with meditation, helped me regain focus and respond professionally.

    I discuss the importance of taking time before reacting to challenging situations and how tools like ChatGPT can help tone-check my responses. Maintaining a balanced lifestyle, including regular workouts and healthy eating, has been crucial for my overall well-being and stress management.
    I also touch on my current reading journey, highlighting insights from "Poor Charlie's Almanac" and the value of investing wisely. Emphasising the importance of enjoying the process rather than fixating on end results, I share how wisdom from books and personal reflections shape my approach to business and life.

    Tune in to explore how nature, mindfulness, and continuous learning contribute to a balanced and effective entrepreneurial journey.
    8 min
  • Days 86 to 90: Ethical Sales and Team Culture - Keys to Long-Term Success
    In this episode, we explore the strategic decision to avoid leveraging cash flow for rapid expansion, emphasising the importance of operating from a position of strength. We discuss maintaining a balanced approach to growth, ensuring stability before considering a move to the American market.

    With a focus on sustainable business practices, I break down the financial requirements and cost management strategies that keep operations running smoothly. I also share insights into keeping personal expenses in check to prioritise reinvestment into the business, highlighting my approach to meal prepping and avoiding lifestyle inflation.

    Join me as I delve into building a resilient solar business, the importance of ethical sales practices, and the balance between personal and professional financial management. Discover how to create a strong team culture and maintain focus on long-term success in the ever-evolving solar industry.
    6 min
  • Days 81 to 85: Navigating Cash Flow Challenges - Tools for a Solar Business
    I delve into the power of interest-free offers in today’s challenging economic climate. With rising interest rates and cost of living in Australia, customers are gravitating towards zero upfront cost and zero percent interest solar solutions.

    This approach tackles their financial burdens without adding more stress.I discuss our current marketing strategies, from door-to-door pitches to leveraging Facebook ads and exploring Google Ads. By solving a key problem—cost of living increases—without adding financial strain, we aim to build a recession-proof business.

    Additionally, I share insights into maintaining ethical sales practices, emphasizing the importance of customer-first service and long-term trust. This philosophy stems from my personal experience and conviction that selling with integrity is not only right but also more effective.I also touch on managing cash flow with tools like American Express and Trade Zone Credit, allowing for flexibility in a cash-intensive business.

    Recruitment remains a priority, focusing on hiring individuals who are a perfect fit for our team culture.

    Join me as I navigate the complexities of building a sustainable and ethical solar business, sharing strategies, challenges, and the importance of staying adaptable in a dynamic market.
    13 min

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The Sales Launch Podcast is a raw, unfiltered look into what it takes to build, scale, and execute in high-stakes sales.

I’m documenting the process in real time—from breaking into large-scale…