

Surviving Outside Sales
Mike O'Kelly
Surviving Outside Sales is a podcast for outside sales pros that want to learn how to navigate the chaotic world of outside sales. Join host Mike O'Kelly as he shares his sales philosophies, biggest deals closed and some that got away during an award-winning, 20-year career, plus interviews with other sales experts from inside and outside sales, business owners who built something for themselves, as well as many other entrepreneurs. From building business process & systems that scale to landing the perfect sales job and hearing stories from entrepreneurs who have blazed a trail others can follow, it's all here!
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Jan 6, 2023 • 12min
What Las Vegas Raiders QB Derek Carr can teach you about your sales planning | SOS Ep. 174
Send us Fan MailDerek Carr got benched by a team that he was a captain for, locker room leader of and the face of the franchise.All because the team didn't want to be locked into his contract if he got hurt.They not only benched him, but told him to stay away from the facility.If the Las Vegas Raiders will do that to one of the greatest players in their team's history, what do you think your comany may do to you in the future?Are you prepared?Have you built a second income stream? Have you built an optimized sales plan for your current role and maximized your dollars? If you want help with a plan for 2023, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSalesSupport the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard

Jan 5, 2023 • 8min
Create goals, not resolutions in 2023 | SOS Ep. 173
Send us Fan MailHappy New Year!Welcome to the next year an Q1. It is time to create your plans for the new year and build that process to grow your business and live the life you want.If you want help with a plan for 2023, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSalesSupport the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard

Dec 30, 2022 • 28min
How to navigate the sales world and come out on top in the end! Get In. Dominate. Get Out. Surviving Outside Sales | SOS Ep. 172
Send us Fan MailBest of the SOS Podcast #1 episode!!!The first episode of the Surviving Outside Sales Podcast.The goal is to help sales professionals like you Get In. Dominate. & Get Out.Sales is an amazing profession that can drastically enhance your life when executed properly.Or, it can be extremely stressful, cause years of pain and eventually make you cringe each time you hear the word "sales".We wish to be your navigator, first to getting in the industry, helping you do your best job while you are here, then exiting when the time is right.Yes, there is an end date for all sales professionals, be prepared for that day.Along the way, your host, Mike O'Kelly will be learning right along with you.If you want help with a plan for 2023, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSales Support the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard

Dec 29, 2022 • 1h 5min
The top secrets to sales success to be #1 w/ Kent Harshbarger - Nation's Top Laser Sales Rep w/ Candela Medical | SOS Ep. 171
Send us Fan MailBest of the SOS Podcast #2Kent Harshbarger is one of the nation's top Laser Sales Reps.Over the past 5 years, working for Candela Medical, Kent has continued to be one of the top performers due to his relentless work ethic and firm belief of being true to his word.Kent has been in B2B sales for 10 plus years starting off his first 6.5 years selling copiers for a division of Xeox.Kent describes his process for taking unaware or aware non clients and turns them into advocates.If you want to see how Kent uses Social Media to sell,Connect with Kent here:KentHarshbarger.comIG: Kent.harshbarger_AestheticsLinkedin: Kent Harshbarger IIYouTube - Kent HarshbargerIf you want help with a plan for 2023, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSales Support the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard

Dec 28, 2022 • 43min
How to win in Med Devices w/ former Stryker Sales Director, Erik Grahovac | SOS Ep. 170
Send us Fan MailBest of the SOS Podcast #3Erik Grahovac has done it all in sales.Pounded the pavement, learned the fundamentals, crushed it at every level and made to a sales director position at one of the largest medical device companies in the world, Stryker.He now has "Gotten out" of the corporate world, poised to train the future leaders of the sales world.Join Mike & Eric as they discuss the path to get in, dominating and getting out of sales to live the life that has purpose and meaning for future generations of sales professionals.To connect with Erik on LinkedIn: Erik GrahovacIf you want help with a plan for 2023, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSales Support the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard

Dec 28, 2022 • 1h 11min
Closing in Q4 - Med Device Forum | SOS Ep. 169
Send us Fan MailBest of the SOS Podcast #4This is the recording of the live Med Device Forum - Closing deals in Q4 from yesterday 10/27.The forum included Mike O'Kelly (cofounder RithmAI, host of Surviving Outside Sales Podcast), Erik Grahovac (Former East Sales Director- Styker, Founder of EG Sixty Consulting) & Peter Skidmore (CEO, MedRep Meetings).To connect to any of the speakers, click on the links below:Peter SkidmoreErik GrahovacMike O'KellyIf you want help with a plan, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSales Support the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard

Dec 26, 2022 • 37min
Pieter Limburg CEO of Mobilo Card | SOS EP. 168
Send us Fan MailBest of the SOS Podcast #5This next level product will help you make a great first impression & stand out from your competition - with Pieter Limburg CEO of Mobilo CardEnter Mobilo Card! The professional way to connect & last business card you will ever need.Mobilo Card is the business card you can share all of your key contact info with just one tap on the phone.Pieter discusses how his past ventures set him up for success to flip an industry on its head.Join us as we discuss how Mobilo Card will take your networking to the next level.Connect with Pieter:Pieter@mobilocard.comLinkedIn: Pieter LimburgTo get your customized card:MobiloCard.comIf you want help with a plan for 2023, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSales Support the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard

Dec 23, 2022 • 53min
Rithm AI Cofounder & Career Sales Pro Justin Lohman | SOS Ep. 167
Send us Fan MailBest of the SOS Podcast #6Justin LohmanJustin is a career Outside Sales Professional who has managed massive teams and won multiple awards.Justin has a straightforward, consistent & efficient sales process that he operates like a machine.Justin is one of the Cofounders of the sales tech Rithm AI, charged with providing the best technological tools for Outside Sales Professionals.Connect with Justin:justin@rithmai.comLinkedIn:Justin Lohman | LinkedInIf you want help with a plan for 2023, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSales Support the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard

Dec 22, 2022 • 45min
Blueprint for M.A.N.A.G.Ement - How to progress in your career thru great coaching with Sales Executive, Author & Executive Coach Meghan Clarke | SOS Ep. 166
Send us Fan MailBest of the SOS Podcast #7Blueprint for M.A.N.A.G.Ement - How to progress in your career thru great coaching with Sales Executive, Author & Executive Coach Meghan Clarke If you want help with a plan for 2023, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSales Support the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard

Dec 21, 2022 • 38min
Grow sales faster with a simple, focused & scalable 5 Step Sales Cycle w/ Mike O'Kelly | SOS Ep. 165
Send us Fan MailBest of the SOS Podcast #8Grow sales faster with a simple, focused & scalable 5 Step Sales Cycle w/ Mike O'Kelly If you want help with a plan, reach out for a FREE strategy session.If you want to have a conversation about:- Scheduling a strategy call for your next move- Help building your business or territory- Starting your own sales podcast.Reach out to me:mike@survivingoutsidesales.comMicrophone link- Amazon Basics: https://amzn.to/3fpizi1To start your own podcast and host on Buzzsprout, click link below to get going:https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1818120To connect with the show: Follow, Subscribe, like, 5 stars & DownloadConnect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInIG: Mike_OKellyLinktree: Mike O'KellySponsored By:Rithm AI-Website: GetRithm.comProspecting,Targeting&Routing,SimplifiedIt's time to Optimize. Not all calls are equal, Rithm puts the focus on the “right” keys to success.Go checkout & subscribe to the following YouTube channels & Websites:Connect with Surviving Outside Sales-YouTube: Surviving Outside Sales - YouTubeWebsite: SurvivingOutsideSales.comIG: SurvivingOutsideSales Support the showTo connect with the show: Subscribe, Download & Share!Would appreciate a 5-Star Rating if deserved on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!!!Connect with Mike:Mike@survivingoutsidesales.comLinkedIn: Mike O'Kelly | LinkedInCheck out your career path at:https://survivingoutsidesales.com______________________________________________________________________If you are looking for outside sales career clarity, go to:Surviving Outside Sales Scorecard


