The SDR DiscoCall Podcast: For Brand New Sales Development RepsExplícito

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  #107 The SDR DiscoCall Show – James Buckley

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  #107 The SDR DiscoCall Show – James Buckley

  T11 E107

  01:07:14

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  In this episode, Neil Bhuiyan interviews James "Saywhatsales" Buckley, host of the Sell Better Daily Sales Show. James shares his inspiring journey from being a cook with issues to becoming a successful sales professional. He highlights the importance of leaving negative environments and surrounding yourself with positive influences. They discuss the value of customer service experience in sales, emphasising how it builds comfort in talking to strangers and handling rejection. The conversation also covers the significance of making employees feel valued, embracing change, and the power of personal growth. James offers insights into creating content, and building a personal brand, and concludes with his three success tips: avoid the hard stuff, slow down, and be kinder.

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  #106 The SDR DiscoCall Show – Saad Ghafoor

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  #106 The SDR DiscoCall Show – Saad Ghafoor

  T11 E106

  01:16:26

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  In this episode, Neil Bhuiyan sits down with Saad Ghafoor, EMEA’s top SDR for 2024, to uncover his journey from recruitment to tech sales. Saad dives into the power of purpose-driven work, the importance of learning from top performers, and the courage to fail and adapt. He shares his winning strategies for cold calling, including the art of storytelling and asking the right questions. Saad also highlights the value of experimenting with different approaches and building a strong internal reputation. His advice? Enjoy the journey, focus on learning, and remember that sometimes you need to slow down to speed up.

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  #105 The SDR DiscoCall Show – Ashley Ormond

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  #105 The SDR DiscoCall Show – Ashley Ormond

  T11 E105

  01:10:10

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  In this episode, Neil Bhuiyan interviews returning guest, Ashley Ormond, Senior Manager for Global Strategic Sound Development at Brandwatch. You’ll hear about what makes an outstanding sales development representative (SDR) and the key qualities Ashley looks for in candidates. Ashley highlights the importance of asking thoughtful questions and showing curiosity during interviews. He explains why he prefers hiring candidates without a sales background, noting that they bring fresh perspectives and are more adaptable. Neil and Ashley discuss why it’s crucial to understand a company’s history and mission when applying for a job and the benefits of connecting with current employees to get a feel for the company culture. They also delve into the value of diversity in building a successful team, the role of resilience in sales, and how to support personal growth in new team members. Additionally, Neil and Ashley share how being parents of children with autism has shaped their perspectives on leadership and empathy, underscoring the importance of emotional intelligence in managing and supporting individuals with diverse abilities.

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  #104 The SDR DiscoCall Show – Amy Morrison

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  #104 The SDR DiscoCall Show – Amy Morrison

  T11 E104

  52:57

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  In this episode, Amy Morrison, an SDR at Taggstar, shares her inspiring journey from nursing to sales. She reflects on her passion for nursing and how the pandemic spurred her transition into the sales field. Amy also recounts her unique experiences working in an Irish bar in Belgium and her love for travel. Amy discusses key elements of success in sales, including the value of social skills and confidence. She offers practical tips for overcoming common sales hurdles, such as fear of rejection and self-doubt. Her advice focuses on the importance of taking action and stepping out of your comfort zone, whether that’s through cold calls or social interactions. She also sheds light on her role at Taggstar, highlighting the company’s supportive and open culture. Amy encourages SDRs to leverage LinkedIn for content creation to connect with prospects and express their personality. Her advice to her younger self includes embracing confidence, enjoying the journey, and not taking things too personally.

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  #103 The SDR DiscoCall Show – Josh Bruer

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  #103 The SDR DiscoCall Show – Josh Bruer

  T11 E103

  54:19

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  In this episode, Neil interviews Josh Bruer, a Sales Development Leader and Coach. They discuss his sales development background, passion for music, and the transferable skills he gained as a lead singer. Josh highlights the importance of meaningful conversations in sales and the value of learning from prospects. He shares his experience in the tech and SaaS industry and the lessons learned as an SDR team lead. We also explore his journey from musician to sales coach, his dedication to helping others improve, and his approach to breaking down and enhancing the SDR role. Josh emphasises practice, coaching, and continuous learning, along with building relationships and understanding team motivations. From a leadership perspective, Josh advises managers to advocate for their teams, remove obstacles, and maintain honesty. He encourages reps to seek feedback and be coachable. Finally, we discuss the importance of forming connections and having meaningful conversations in and out of work.