In this inspiring episode of Rethink The Way You Sell, host Jeff Bajorek sits down with DeJuan Brown to discuss his passion for helping others and his new role as the Head of Sales at Merit America, a nonprofit organization devoted to achieving long-term wage gains and sustainable, recession-resilient careers. DeJuan shares his excitement about Merit America's mission, their partnership with Google, and the magnitude of impact the organization can have on learners who are eager to advance their careers. Throughout the conversation, both Jeff and DeJuan emphasize the life-changing potential of seeing something in others that they might not see in themselves and the importance of giving back.
Through personal anecdotes and powerful insights, Jeff and DeJuan offer a fresh perspective on rethinking the way you sell, combining passion with meaningful work, and using your skills to uplift and support those who need it most. Whether you're in sales or any other field, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and motivated to align your values with your career and pay it forward to the next generation.
Key Takeaways:
4:30 Align passion with career - DeJuan's new role at Merit America exemplifies the power of combining passion for helping others with professional skills to create meaningful change in people's lives.
Leverage unconventional opportunities for growth - Don't be afraid to think outside the box when it comes to advancing your career and broadening your skill set, as DeJuan did by joining a nonprofit organization.
19:08 Advance your career by helping add six figures to someone else's income
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