In this episode, Bill and Bryan explore a common phenomenon in sales organizations: why middle performers often harbor resentment towards top performers. 

The guys dissect the excuses commonly used to discredit high achievers’ success - from territory advantages to preferential treatment. The hosts share practical advice for breaking free from this mindset, including how to leverage top performers’ willingness to share their secrets of success. 

Whether you’re a sales leader or working to climb the ranks, this episode offers valuable perspectives on turning competitive envy into collaborative growth.

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The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our small learning group, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join now.

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In this solo episode, Bill tackles another critical skill for modern sales professionals - the art of clear path planning.

He explains why simply knowing your destination isn’t enough; you must be able to clearly map out and communicate the journey from your prospect’s current reality to their desired future state.

He challenges the common notion that “nobody cares about the details” and emphasizes why building buyer confidence through detailed planning is crucial in complex sales. 

Is it time to make a BOLD move in your business? If so, download our brand new book, "12 Bold Moves - Insider Secrete to Reinventing Yourself and Your Business." http://12boldmoves.com

Ever consider that the opportunities you’re chasing might be right under your nose? In this episode, Bryan highlights why your best prospects aren’t always new—they’re already in your CRM. Learn how to turn your "Closed Lost" and "Inactive Client" lists into powerful prospecting tools to revive old connections and spark new opportunities.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Use your "Closed Lost" list to re-engage prospects from 6-12 months ago—they may be ready now. ✅ Don’t overlook "Inactive Clients"—reach out 1-2 years after they’ve stopped being customers. ✅ Past customers and prospects can return as clients or become valuable referral sources.

Discover the goldmine of opportunities hiding right under your nose!

Curious about certification in the Blind Zebra Sales Operating System? Learn more here.

And if you haven't already, make sure you join the Advanced Selling Podcast LinkedIn group: http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin.

In this episode, Bill and Bryan discuss the concept of “Quitter’s Day” - the January 10th phenomenon where most people abandon their New Year’s resolutions.

The guys dive deep into what they call “The Big Illusion” - the false belief that conforming to others’ expectations leads to fulfillment. Through personal anecdotes and the story of Brad Stevens’ dramatic career shift from pharmaceutical sales to NBA coaching, they discuss the importance of staying true to your authentic self in sales and life.

This episode challenges you to examine whether they’re following their own path or simply meeting others’ expectations, offering insights on how to align your sales career with your personal values and integrity.

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Is it time to make a BOLD move in your business? If so, download our brand new book, "12 Bold Moves - Insider Secrete to Reinventing Yourself and Your Business." http://12boldmoves.com

The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our small learning group, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join now.

If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin.

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In this solo episode, Bill Caskey explores a vital but often overlooked sales skill - the ability to help prospects vividly envision their future after implementing your solution.

Through a compelling case study of a leadership program for sales managers, he demonstrates how making the future tangible can transform both the sales process and deliver genuine value to prospects, whether they buy or not.

Is it time to make a BOLD move in your business? If so, download our brand new book, "12 Bold Moves - Insider Secrete to Reinventing Yourself and Your Business." http://12boldmoves.com

In this episode, Bill and Bryan cut through the AI hype to deliver actionable advice for sales professionals just beginning their AI journey.

The guys share real-world applications including prospect list generation, content creation, and sales call preparation. Whether you're AI-curious or AI-anxious, this episode provides the concrete steps and use cases you need to start leveraging AI in your sales process today.

You'll discover insights about treating AI like a knowledgeable friend rather than a search engine and understand how to use AI for everything from generating targeted prospect lists to preparing for important sales calls with AI-powered research.

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Is it time to make a BOLD move in your business? If so, download our brand new book, "12 Bold Moves - Insider Secrete to Reinventing Yourself and Your Business." http://12boldmoves.com

The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our small learning group, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join now.

If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin.

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In this insightful solo episode, Bill challenges common sales beliefs by exposing three destructive fallacies:

• The Activity Fallacy (believing more activity automatically equals better results),
• The Pressure Fallacy (assuming increased pressure leads to improved performance)
• The Control Fallacy (trying to micromanage prospect behavior). 

Caskey explains why these mindsets can actually hinder sales success and encourages sales professionals and leaders to examine their own potentially limiting beliefs.

Is it time to make a BOLD move in your business? If so, download our brand new book, "12 Bold Moves - Insider Secrete to Reinventing Yourself and Your Business." http://12boldmoves.com

In this episode of the Advanced Selling Podcast: 2 Minute Drill, Bryan shares a practical framework for maximizing your ROI at trade shows. Too often, salespeople approach these high-cost opportunities without a clear plan. Bryan breaks down his proven framework into three key phases: pre-show, at-show, and post-show.

Discover how to: ✅ Set measurable goals and engage on social media before the event. ✅ Build meaningful connections by interacting with speakers and influencers during the show. ✅ Finish all follow-up tasks before your "wheels down" moment at home to outpace the competition.

Curious about certification in the Blind Zebra Sales Operating System? Learn more here.

And if you haven't already, make sure you join the Advanced Selling Podcast LinkedIn group: http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin.

In their first episode of 2025, Bill and Bryan discuss strategies for sales professionals returning to work after the holiday break.

The guys share four powerful techniques to jumpstart the new year: reconnecting with your fundamental purpose, actively engaging with your market through in-person meetings, developing a compelling personal brand in the digital space, and strengthening your network through strategic introductions.

They also emphasize the importance of getting physically out of the office and scheduling face-to-face meetings in January to counter post-holiday inertia. 

Be sure to join our upcoming Insider Coaching on Customer Transformation on January 10th! Go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to save your spot now.

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Is it time to make a BOLD move in your business? If so, download our brand new book, "12 Bold Moves - Insider Secrete to Reinventing Yourself and Your Business." http://12boldmoves.com

The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our small learning group, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join now.

If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin.

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In this final episode of the year, Bill and Bryan share their approaches to year-end reflection.

The guys discuss practical strategies including the "what worked/what didn't" analysis and Dan Sullivan's concept of "measuring backward" to appreciate your progress. Between nostalgic stories of family road trips and humorous takes on modern dishwasher dilemmas, Bill and Bryan offer actionable advice for sales professionals to evaluate their 2024 strategies and set themselves up for success.

Whether you're sprinting to close year-end deals or taking time to reset, this episode provides a framework for meaningful reflection and planning.

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Is it time to make a BOLD move in your business? If so, download our brand new book, "12 Bold Moves - Insider Secrete to Reinventing Yourself and Your Business." http://12boldmoves.com

The Insider program is open for enrollment. If you have not checked out our small learning group, go to http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider to join now.

If you haven't already, make sure you join us in our LinkedIn group: http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin.

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In this solo episode, Bill challenges sales professionals to honestly evaluate whether their sales process genuinely benefits prospects.

Drawing from his book "12 Bold Moves," he explains how to transform your approach by offering valuable assessments and personalized recommendation documents to prospects—whether they buy or not.

Caskey illustrates how this approach, enhanced by AI tools, can help eliminate "commission breath" and potentially double closing rates by prioritizing genuine value delivery over immediate sales.

Is it time to make a BOLD move in your business? If so, download our brand new book, "12 Bold Moves - Insider Secrete to Reinventing Yourself and Your Business." http://12boldmoves.com