"Chemistry can't be commoditized." - Joe Blackburn drops this truth bomb in a powerful discussion about authentic sales in 2025.

In this raw, unfiltered episode, hosts Joe Blackburn and Jason Croft share critical insights about:

• Why major marketing players are moving away from paid ads

• How a 23-year-old advisor generated $40M in premium sales without advertising

• The shift from digital courses to real human connections

• Why local influence matters more than ever in 2025

• Building trust that AI can't replicate

SUCCESS STORY SPOTLIGHT:

Meet the quiet achiever who doubled his revenue in a town of just 12,000 people using pure relationship-based selling.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

- Why "word of mouth" beats paid advertising

- How to build genuine connections in both online and offline spaces

- Creating trust that lasts beyond market changes

This episode is perfect for:

• Sales professionals looking for sustainable growth

• Business owners tired of unreliable ad platforms

• Anyone wanting to build real influence in their market

Listen now to learn why human connection remains your strongest asset in an AI-driven world.

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Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.salesassassinspodcast.com/15

"If you don't believe in what you're selling, your prospects won't either."

In this straight-talking episode of Sales Assassins, hosts Joe Blackburn and Jason Croft break down the real foundation of sales success - authentic belief in what you offer.

Key Topics:

• Why belief must come before confidence

• The importance of being your own best client

• How professional integrity builds lasting confidence

• When walking away from deals actually makes you stronger

• Real examples from decades of sales experience

Joe shares a bold story about standing up to a challenger in front of 50 people at a country club seminar, showing how genuine conviction can transform client interactions.

Jason and Joe also discuss:

- The danger of misalignment between what you believe and what you sell

- Why technical knowledge alone isn't enough

- How to maintain confidence as a new professional

- The critical difference between confidence and arrogance

Perfect for sales professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to build genuine confidence in their business offerings.

Listen now to gain practical insights on building belief-based confidence that clients can feel.

Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.salesassassinspodcast.com/14

STOP LOSING MILLION-DOLLAR OPPORTUNITIES TO BAD MEMORY

In this powerful episode of Sales Assassins, hosts Joe Blackburn and Jason Croft reveal a deceptively simple tool that's helping sales professionals turn casual conversations into major deals.

What You'll Learn:

• The exact method top performers use to capture critical sales intel without looking awkward

• A real-world example of how ignoring this technique almost meant disaster

• The 48-hour rule that separates winners from wannabes

Key Takeaways:

• The strategic way to work a room of 200+ people

• How to transform basic networking into high-value relationships

• The bathroom technique for capturing critical information

• Why writing beats typing for sales success

Learn how to turn small moments into massive opportunities. Joe and Jason break down a proven system for making every conversation count.

Listen now to learn why the most successful sales professionals never leave home without their "Million Dollar Book."

Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.salesassassinspodcast.com/13