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So basically: 2022 tech founders ≠ 1980s Wolf of Wall St Matthew McConaughey

So basically: 2022 tech founders ≠ 1980s Wolf of Wall St Matthew McConaughey

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From Salesman to Consultant

In this segment, the speaker discusses the evolution of sales from the old-school mentality of selling anything to anyone, exemplified by the phrase 'selling ice to an Eskimo,' to a more consultative approach. They emphasize the importance of identifying potential clients who genuinely need a solution and guiding them to recognize their problems. This shift in mindset positions the seller as a consultant, ultimately benefiting both parties in the transaction.

"there's a little bit of like a mindset change the old school sales thing is like all right I'm gonna sell something to a mark right or like yeah that guy's a great sales guy he can sell ice to an Eski..."