Sales is NOT a Dirty Word

When You’re Not Talking To the Decision Maker

Many times your first sales meeting is NOT with the decision maker or CEO at a company. 
That means your sales strategy needs to be different in that initial meeting in order to get the final meeting with the REAL decision maker. 
In this solo episode of Sales is NOT a Dirty Word, I reveal why winning over internal stakeholders - like a CMO, Ops Lead, or HR Director - is the key to closing the deal.
If you want a powerful internal champion that makes the CEO say yes, you’ve got to address the unique pressures and metrics of the person right in front of you.
You must uncover each stakeholder’s biggest pain points, demonstrate genuine empathy for their day-to-day challenges, and empower them with everything they need to pitch your solution up the chain. 
Once you become a TEAM with your internal advocate, they will fight to internally sell you over any other solution or competitor.
Listen in to Discover: 
✔️ Why simply focusing on overall company revenue won’t help you: A CMO’s or Ops Director’s success is measured differently and you must find out what that i! ✔️ How to turn an internal stakeholder into your champion: Show them you’ll make their work easier and their results stronger. ✔️ Key discovery questions that reveal specific challenges an internal team faces - so you can tailor your pitch to their daily reality. ✔️ The right way to bridge the gap to the CEO: Collaborate with your internal ally to secure buy-in from the top. ✔️ Practical tips for dealing with departmental turf wars, budgeting concerns, and multi-layered decision-making processes.
👉 Ready to create loyal internal advocates who sell your services for you? Subscribe to Sales Is Not a Dirty Word and visit aleashabahr.com to discover the best ways to customize your sales approach for every stakeholder you meet.
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How to Start a Business Without Quitting Your Job

Do you need to quit your job to start a business? Nope.
In this episode of Sales Is Not a Dirty Word, I talk with Delaney Thompson, co-founder of Bahia AI, about how she built a successful company before leaving her 9-to-5. From selling cars to launching a smoothie shop to running an AI-powered recruiting business, Delaney has done it all—and she’s sharing what worked (and what didn’t).
If you’ve been holding back on starting your own thing because you’re not sure where to start, this episode will give you the roadmap.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ How to test a business idea before taking a big financial risk ✅ The smartest way to sell your offer—even if you don’t have a product yet ✅ Why rejection in sales (and business) isn’t personal—and how to handle it ✅ The hiring mistakes companies make (and how AI is changing the game) ✅ Why women crush it in sales and how to use that to your advantage
👉 Connect with Delaney or learn more about Bahia AI at www.bahia.ai or on LinkedIn.
#EntrepreneurTips #StartABusiness #WorkSmarterNotHarder #SideHustleSuccess #SalesStrategy #WomenInSales #AIRecruiting

How Defining Your Anti-Audience Will Skyrocket Your Sales

Everyone focuses on their ideal audience and misses the huge opportunity lying in their ANTI audience. 
So, when you’ve got tons of leads and no one is buying, the problem often isn’t your offer—it’s who you’re selling to. In this episode of Sales Is Not a Dirty Word, I break down why defining your “anti-audience” is the key to making sales easier, faster, and more profitable.
When you get crystal clear on who is not a fit for your offer, two things happen:
 1️⃣ You stop wasting time on bad-fit clients who drain your energy and bank account 2️⃣ Your ideal clients trust you more and want to work with you even faster
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why filtering out bad-fit clients actually increases your sales ✔️ How to spot the red flags early—before wasting time on the wrong people ✔️ How to use your anti-audience to strengthen your marketing and messaging ✔️ The questions you should be asking in every sales conversation ✔️ How to confidently tell someone they’re NOT a fit—without losing business
👉 Want to close more of the right clients? Subscribe to Sales Is Not a Dirty Word and visit aleashabahr.com to customize your sales strategy for your personality and audience.
#SmartSales #SalesWithoutSleaze #IdealClientsOnly #ProfitableBusiness #SalesStrategy #BusinessGrowth #ClientSuccess #HighConversionSales #SalesSuccess #AuthenticSelling #SellMoreStressLess #LeadQualification #ServiceBusinessGrowth #WorkWithTheRightClients #SalesCoach

Mastering LinkedIn for Sales: Authentic Social Selling Strategies with Bob Woods

Are you using LinkedIn to its full potential, or just blending into the noise?
In this episode of Sales Is Not a Dirty Word, I sit down with Bob Woods, LinkedIn expert and social selling strategist at Social Sales Link, to discuss how sales professionals and entrepreneurs can use LinkedIn to build authentic relationships and drive business growth—without resorting to spammy tactics.
Bob has been leveraging LinkedIn for sales since the platform’s early days and has trained sales teams at top companies worldwide. He shares how to create content that attracts the right audience, engage with prospects in a genuine way, and optimize your LinkedIn profile to start meaningful conversations.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ Why traditional sales tactics fail on LinkedIn—and what to do instead ✅ How to craft a LinkedIn profile that attracts ideal clients (without sounding salesy) ✅ The best way to engage with other people's content to build trust and visibility ✅ How to use LinkedIn’s profile views feature to start authentic conversations ✅ Why content creation doesn’t have to be overwhelming—and how AI can help
👉 Want to sell without feeling sleazy? Subscribe to Sales Is Not a Dirty Word for more expert strategies. And visit Bob’s website to learn how AI can help you create high-quality sales content faster.
#LinkedInTips #SocialSelling #AuthenticSales #SalesWithoutSleaze #EntrepreneurGrowth #ServiceBusinessSuccess #LeadGeneration #SalesStrategy #WorkSmarterNotHarder

Objection Prevention: Stop Losing Sales by Fixing This One Mistake

Are you unknowingly pushing potential clients away? Most salespeople battle objections at the end of the conversation—when it’s too late. But what if you could prevent objections before they happen?
In this episode of Sales Is Not a Dirty Word, I break down why traditional sales strategies fail and how to spot hidden objections early, so you can close more deals effortlessly.
You’ll learn: ✔️ Why saving objections for the end kills your close rate – and what to do instead ✔️ How to recognize subtle "objection signals" hidden in casual comments and questions ✔️ The power of curiosity-driven sales – and how to use it to win trust ✔️ A simple tweak to your discovery calls that eliminates resistance before the pitch ✔️ Why objections are actually buying signals – and how to respond without sounding pushy
👉 Want to convert more clients without high-pressure sales tactics? Subscribe to Sales Is Not a Dirty Word and visit aleashabahr.com for more game-changing sales strategies!
#ObjectionPrevention #SalesWithoutPressure #HighConversionSales #SalesSuccess #EntrepreneurGrowth #CloseMoreDeals #ClientConversations #ServiceBusinessGrowth #AuthenticSelling #ConvertMoreClients #SmartSalesStrategies #SalesCoach #SalesTips

The Power of Belief: Reprogramming Your Subconscious for Success with Andrew Anderson

Are you stuck in patterns that don’t serve you, wondering why you can’t break free no matter how hard you try?
In this episode of Sales Is Not a Dirty Word, I sit down with Andrew Anderson—renowned coach, master practitioner of NLP, and international bestselling author—to uncover the hidden power of the subconscious mind and how it shapes our reality. Andrew has spent over a decade helping entrepreneurs and executives unlock their full potential by rewiring deep-seated beliefs.
We dive into the incredible ways your subconscious influences your success, why willpower alone won’t cut it, and how you can create real, lasting transformation. Plus, Andrew shares his unique perspective on faith, coaching, and breaking free from limiting beliefs—no matter where you come from or what you believe.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why your subconscious mind controls more than you realize—and how to reprogram it.
How limiting beliefs from childhood still impact your business, relationships, and health.
The real reason affirmations and positive thinking aren’t enough to create change.
The secret to shifting deep-rooted patterns without forcing or faking it.
Why true personal growth isn’t about resisting who you are but embracing and upgrading it.
👉 Want to master your mindset and grow without limits? Subscribe to Sales Is Not a Dirty Word for more transformational insights, and visit AndrewLAnderson.com to learn more about working with Andrew.
#MindsetShift #SubconsciousReprogramming #EntrepreneurSuccess #SalesWithoutSleaze #BusinessGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #NLP #BreakThroughLimits #SuccessMindset #ServiceBusinessScaling #TransformationJourney

How to Align Sales & Marketing Teams for Bigger Profits

Are your sales and marketing teams actually working together—or just pointing fingers?
In this episode of Sales Is Not a Dirty Word, I break down why sales and marketing misalignment is costing businesses serious money and how you can fix it. Whether you're leading a sales team or a solopreneur working with a marketing agency, ensuring these two areas are in sync can dramatically increase conversions.
Having managed multiple sales teams and marketing efforts, I’ve seen firsthand how small shifts in communication can lead to massive improvements in results. I’ll walk you through how to align sales insights with marketing strategies so both teams (or just you) work smarter, not harder.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ Why sales and marketing teams often clash—and how to get them on the same page ✅ The key questions sales should answer for marketing (and vice versa) ✅ How to create content that attracts the right prospects and pre-qualifies them ✅ The simple meeting strategy that helps teams uncover huge revenue opportunities ✅ How prioritizing feedback can prevent wasted time and effort
👉 Want better leads and more closed deals? Subscribe to Sales Is Not a Dirty Word for more expert strategies!
#SalesAndMarketing #RevenueGrowth #SalesStrategy #MarketingAlignment #LeadGeneration #BusinessSuccess #WorkSmarterNotHarder

The Freedom Formula: Running a Profitable Business Without Burning Out with John T. Meyer

Are you building a business or just creating another demanding job?
In this episode of Sales Is Not a Dirty Word, I sit down with John T. Meyer, entrepreneur and founder of No More Solo, to break down what it really takes to grow a service-based business—without losing your freedom.
John has built and exited multiple seven-figure businesses, and now he coaches solopreneurs on how to scale smarter, not harder. We talk about why hustling alone is a trap, how to break free from the revenue roller coaster, and why having an empire isn’t the only path to success.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why building an empire isn’t the only option: You don’t need a massive team to create a successful, sustainable business.
How to escape the revenue roller coaster: The key is consistent marketing and repeatable sales processes.
Why hiring help doesn’t mean losing control: The right team can free up your time while keeping your vision intact.
How to create a profitable, stress-free business model: Align your pricing and services to fit your ideal work-life balance.
The power of predictable sales strategies: Stop custom-quoting every project and start building a system that scales.
👉 Want to grow without burnout? Subscribe to Sales Is Not a Dirty Word for more strategies, and visit alishabahr.com to learn how to convert more clients—without the sleazy sales tactics.
 
#SalesStrategy #EntrepreneurMindset #ServiceBusinessGrowth #ScalableBusiness #SmartEntrepreneurship #RevenueGrowth #SolopreneurSuccess #ProfitableBusiness #SalesWithoutSleaze #SmallBusinessTips #MarketingForServiceProviders #PricingForProfit #WorkSmarterNotHarder #OnlineBusinessStrategy #BusinessScaling

The Ultimate Guide to Prequalifying Leads and Closing Sales Like a Pro

Do you feel like your sales conversations are all over the place? In this episode of Sales Is Not a Dirty Word, I break down the essentials of creating a personalized and effective sales strategy. From prequalifying leads to structuring conversations that convert, I’m sharing actionable tips to take your sales game to the next level.
I discuss the importance of aligning your strategy with your personality and why generic scripts often fail. This episode is packed with advice to help you simplify, streamline, and elevate your sales approach.
 
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why a structured sales strategy matters: Stop winging it and create a repeatable process that boosts conversions.
How prequalifying leads saves time: Avoid unproductive calls by filtering out prospects who aren’t a good fit.
The importance of aligning expectations upfront: Educate prospects before the call to make conversations smoother and more productive.
How to ask questions that naturally sell: Craft questions that build trust and transition seamlessly into your offer.
Why presenting your offer with clarity increases conversions: Show prospects a clear timeline and the tangible results they can expect.
Ready to transform your sales strategy? Subscribe to Sales Is Not a Dirty Word and visit aleashabahr.com to book a level-up call today!
f you've ever felt like your entrepreneurial journey would be easier if your brain just "worked normally," this episode is your permission slip to succeed differently.Connect with me on SOCIAL MEDIA for a lot more free sales content:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aleashabahr/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleasha-bahr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleashabahr
Join me in my Facebook group where I can answer your questions live: https://www.facebook.com/groups/salesisnotadirtyword
Listen to my podcast for more sales strategies:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5zscYymK8XhofngGJKHStZ
Or book a breakthrough call with me directly for one-on-one help: https://calendly.com/aleasha/breakthrough
Watch more YouTube videos: Secrets of Sales Pitchweaving: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuKnMsgXDVc
How to Overcome Every Objection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeaDBbCD6rI&t=3s
 
 
#SalesStrategy #LeadConversion #CloseMoreSales #SalesSuccess #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurTips #SalesCoaching #HighTicketSales #ClientAcquisition #MarketingAndSales

Harnessing ADHD for Productivity and Sales Growth with ST Rappaport

Feeling like your ADHD is running your business (instead of you running your business)? 
 
In this candid conversation, brain engineer ST Rappaport shares how to transform what you thought were ADHD "limitations" into your greatest entrepreneurial strengths - no medication required.
 
Listen in to discover: 
👉 Why traditional time management advice makes things worse 
👉 How to stop avoiding the "mess" and start thriving 
👉 A simple 5-10 minute daily exercise that improves prioritization 
👉 Why your unique brain wiring might be your secret superpower 
👉 Real solutions for calendar management overwhelm
 
If you've ever felt like your entrepreneurial journey would be easier if your brain just "worked normally," this episode is your permission slip to succeed differently.Connect with me on SOCIAL MEDIA for a lot more free sales content:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aleashabahr/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleasha-bahr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleashabahr
Join me in my Facebook group where I can answer your questions live: https://www.facebook.com/groups/salesisnotadirtyword
Listen to my podcast for more sales strategies:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5zscYymK8XhofngGJKHStZ
Or book a breakthrough call with me directly for one-on-one help: https://calendly.com/aleasha/breakthrough
Watch more YouTube videos: Secrets of Sales Pitchweaving: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuKnMsgXDVc
How to Overcome Every Objection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeaDBbCD6rI&t=3s
 
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