Summary:
Ryan Staley, CEO of an AI transformation company, shares his journey in sales and how he got interested in the field. He started as a busboy and then got into sales jobs, eventually becoming a top performer in door-to-door advertising. He transitioned into management and strategy roles, leading teams and turning around underperforming offices. Ryan also discusses his involvement in communities like Pavilion and Revgenius, as well as his podcast, The Scale Up Show. He plans to rebrand the podcast to focus more on AI. The biggest challenges companies face in AI include feeling overwhelmed, not knowing where to start, and navigating the vast number of apps and technologies available. The conversation focuses on the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into businesses and the impact on sales. Ryan Staley emphasizes the importance of skill transformation and leveraging AI to enhance specific tasks rather than replacing human workers. He compares the potential of AI to the industrial revolution and the introduction of the assembly line. Staley highlights the need for individuals to embrace AI and develop their skills to stay relevant in the changing landscape. He also discusses the current state of B2B sales and the importance of personalization and emotional connection in sales strategies.
Takeaways
Ryan Staley started his sales journey as a busboy and transitioned into door-to-door advertising, where he became a top performer.
He later moved into management and strategy roles, leading teams and turning around underperforming offices.
Ryan is involved in communities like Pavilion and Revgenius, and he hosts The Scale Up Show podcast.
He plans to rebrand the podcast to focus more on AI and help companies navigate the challenges of AI implementation, such as feeling overwhelmed and not knowing where to start. Integrating AI into businesses requires skill transformation and leveraging AI to enhance specific tasks rather than replacing human workers.
Individuals need to embrace AI and develop their skills to stay relevant in the changing landscape.
The current state of B2B sales requires personalization and emotional connection to differentiate from competitors.
Success in the AI era involves balancing personal and professional goals and finding fulfillment in both areas.
Chapters
00:00 Ryan Staley's Sales Journey
08:45 Leading Teams and Turning Around Underperforming Offices
30:23 Getting Started with AI
37:52 Challenges in B2B Sales
44:44 Defining Success in the AI Era
Episode 82: Are You Playing To WIN?
Episode 81: Mastering Multi-Channel Connections
Episode 80: Admiration + Appreciation + Inspiration = 💰
Episode 79: Magnetic Storyteller Or Pushy Sales Rep?
Episode 78: Stop Bitching About Leads And Learn How To Sell
Episode 77: Selling In A Constant State Of Flux
Episode 76: Problem Solving? Check. Storytelling? Check.
Episode 74: Wolf Of Wall Street Selling
Episode 73: Sales Leaders In Denial? Dan's Guest Appearance on SLMA Radio
Episode 72: Creating A Reason To Buy
Episode 71: How To Sell Money 💰
Episode 70: [RANT] If You Can't Take The Heat....
Episode 69: The Surprising Weakness Plaguing 58% Of Reps
Episode 68: Are Buyers Driving Without A License?
Episode 67: Dude, What Happened To Your Leverage?
Episode 66: Excuses Are Killing You
Episode 65: Why Only 17% Get A Second Meeting
Episode 64: There Are No Shortcuts In Modern Selling
Episode 63: Always Be Closing?
Episode 62: Game Plan To Nail 2018
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