What are some of your most common fears people have when it comes to business communication, and how can you overcome them?

In this episode, Bill and his guest dive into the world of communication, exploring how effective dialogue can transform both sales teams and leadership approaches.

Today’s guest is Chris Jennings, a communications expert, business coach, and author who has turned his passions—including triathlons and entrepreneurship—into a winning strategy for helping sales teams thrive. 

Key topics that Bill and Chris explore in this episode: 

- The importance of clear communication in business and sales.

- How to overcome the fear of conversation in professional settings.

- The role of triathlon training in developing mental resilience.

- Techniques for turning frontline employees into key contributors to sales.

- The value of emotional intelligence in building trust with clients.

- Why authenticity in conversations leads to better connections.

- Practical tips for improving transitions between different business roles.

- Using DISC and other personality profiles to understand team dynamics. (DISC stands for Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Compliance.)

- The power of gratitude and abundance mentality in boosting personal confidence.

- How to prepare for challenging sales negotiations with a relaxed mindset.

Chapters in this episode: 

07:35 - Communication Challenges in Business

15:40 - Sales Techniques and Special Teams

21:07 - Empowering Frontline Employees

26:39 - Role of Emotional Intelligence in Sales

33:41 - Overcoming Fear in Conversations

Thanks to Chris Jennings for being on the show! 

Learn more about the Chris Jennings Group and get free copies of books by Chris (all you have to do is pay for shipping and handling): https://chrisjenningsgroup.com/ 

Or you can get Chris’ books from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Chris-Jennings/author/B0BT2568KW 

His books include “Conversations Made Easy: Building Your Playbook for Growing Sales and Connecting with Customers” and “The Client Retention Matrix: A How-To Guide for Growing Relationships: Proven Strategies to Keep Clients Longer, Increase Margins, and Guarantee Referrals.”

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-jennings-8ba7193/ 

Bill Gallagher, Scaling Coach and host of the Scaling Up Business podcast, is an international business coach who works with C-Suite leaders to achieve breakthrough growth. 

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