Sales Seekers

By: Sales Seekers
  • Summary

  • Conversations to help you break into and up through the B2B tech sales world. Mike Bird, career coach and founder of Sales Seekers, hosts guests who have transitioned to tech sales from other fields (like him) as well as hiring managers, recruiters, and fellow coaches. Released every other Monday, this is the show for folks Seeking Sales as a career.
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Episodes
  • 010: Simple Signs You’re Ready for a New Job
    Nov 11 2024

    Mike shares a framework for assessing job satisfaction through three key elements: happiness, growth, and financial gain. He explores different scenarios and advises on when it might be time to consider a new job or seek changes within your current role.

    • Book a career coaching consultation with Mike
    • Connect with Mike on LinkedIn
    • Subscribe to get sales career tips by email

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    • (00:00) - Intro
    • (01:06) - 3 things your work should provide
    • (02:01) - Different scenarios you may find yourself in
    • (05:44) - Reflect on your curent role
    • (06:22) - Need some help?
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    7 mins
  • 009: Becoming a Tech Sales Superstar with Krysten Conner
    Oct 28 2024

    Krysten Connor, a former teacher turned Account Executive, discusses leveraging teaching skills in tech sales, self-development, overcoming misconceptions, and defining personal success. Hosted by Mike Bird, this episode offers strategies for thriving in sales and the importance of self-awareness in career decisions.

    • Get coached by Krysten
    • Connect with Krysten on LinkedIn
    • Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

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    • (00:00) - Intro
    • (01:13) - What you'll never catch Krysten doing
    • (02:07) - How Krysten broke into tech sales
    • (05:29) - On taking charge of your own development
    • (11:10) - Strengths Krysten has leaned into as a salesperson
    • (14:06) - Know this before transitioning to sales
    • (19:28) - It's never too early, or too late...
    • (25:08) - Learn more about Krysten's work
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    27 mins
  • 008: 5 Reasons Your Résumé Isn't Landing Interviews
    Oct 14 2024

    Mike discusses common reasons why résumés may not lead to job interviews. Topics include: lack of targeting, unclear Unique Value Proposition, elimination factors such as typos, visible application barriers, and ATS compatibility issues. Listeners are encouraged to address these areas for improved job application success.

    • Connect with Mike on LinkedIn
    • Subscribe to get sales career tips by email

    Mentioned in the episode:

    • The Behavioural Insights Team, Women Only Apply When 100% Qualified. Fact or Fake News?
    • 002: Leveraging Non-Sales Selling to Land a Sales Role
    • 006: How to Fix This Top Job Search Mistake

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    • (00:00) - Intro
    • (01:09) - What is a qualified applicant?
    • (03:19) - 1. Your résumé isn’t targeted enough at the position
    • (05:45) - 2. Your résumé doesn't convey a cohesive or strong Unique Value Proposition
    • (08:49) - 3. Your résumé contains too many elimination factors
    • (12:08) - 4. Your résumé doesn't address obstacles or barriers
    • (14:21) - 5. Your résumé isn't ATS-friendly
    • (17:06) - Need help with your résumé?
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    19 mins

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