Description
The 6-Week Sales-Improv program introduces sales professionals the fundamentals of sales AND uses proven improvisation exercises taught to simulate in-field sales scenario.
Held Wednesdays 3-5pm:
- April 30
- May 7
- May 14
- May 21
- May 28
- June 4
Location: StartingBlock, 821 E Washington Ave 2nd floor, Madison, WI 53703
Week 1. Trust and Credibility | Business Communication and Writing (Including AI tool integration)
• Establishing trust is the foundation of any relationship.
• Be transparent, reliable, and knowledgeable.
• Follow through on commitments and communicate openly.
Week 2. Active Listening | The Power of Silence [soft skills]
• Focus on understanding the customer’s needs, pain points, and goals.
• Ask thoughtful questions and listen more than you talk.
• Reflect back what you’ve heard to confirm understanding.
Week 3. Value Creation | LTV Math
• Provide solutions that align with the customer’s goals, not just sell products.
• Offer insights, resources, or tools that help the customer succeed.
• Position yourself as a partner rather than a vendor.
Week 4. Personalization and Empathy | Managing Stakeholders [soft skills]
• Understand the customer’s business, industry, and unique challenges.
• Show genuine interest in their success and build rapport.
• Tailor your communication and solutions to fit their situation.
Week 5. Consistency and Follow-Up | CRM (hubspot)
• Stay present even when there’s no immediate sale.
• Provide regular updates, check-ins, or helpful information.
• Demonstrate long-term commitment to the relationship.
Week 6. Mutual Success Mindset & Best Practices (Applied Behavioral Science tools and infield)
• Approach the relationship as a partnership where both parties benefit.
• Align your success with the customer’s outcomes.
• Celebrate shared wins and adjust based on feedback.
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Key Concepts:
1. Trust and Credibility:
Equip your team with the skills to become transparent, reliable experts, turning every interaction into a trust-building opportunity that locks in long-term client loyalty and bigger deals.
2. Active Listening:
Train your sales force to master the art of silence and thoughtful questioning, unlocking deeper customer insights that lead to higher close rates and stronger relationships.
3. Value Creation:
Transform your team into strategic partners who deliver tailored solutions and tools, driving customer success and boosting lifetime value while justifying premium pricing.
4. Consistency and Follow-Up