Listen Your Way Into More Sales With Gene Slade, the Sales NinjaGene Slade shares his journey from working in HVAC to becoming a sales trainer, emphasizing the importance of adapting sales techniques in a rapidly changing industry.We get into the role of technology, particularly AI, in modern sales processes and the challenges faced by tradespeople today.Gene highlights the need for proper education in the HVAC industry to ensure quality service and customer satisfaction.In this conversation, Gene Slade discusses the current challenges in the financing landscape for contractors, emphasizing the importance of service departments and maintenance in the HVAC industry.He highlights the impact of rising interest rates and tariffs on the market, and shares insights on effective sales strategies, particularly the need for emotional connection and listening skills in sales.The discussion also touches on the human element in sales, stressing the importance of genuinely caring for clients. 00:00 Introduction to Gene Slade: The HVAC Hero05:59 Transitioning from HVAC to Sales Training12:15 The Evolution of Sales Techniques18:59 The Role of AI in Modern Sales22:13 Challenges in the HVAC Industry Today22:32 Industry Financing Challenges25:25 The Importance of Service Departments27:35 Impact of Interest Rates and Tariffs28:37 Sales Strategies for High Ticket Items32:20 Listening as a Sales Tool36:36 The Human Element in SalesFree daily tips to fix your faith, family, fitness, and finances plus a copy of the "Inbound Sellers" Newsletter at https://free.fixerwes.comConnect with me:X -- https://X.com/saleswhispererInstagram -- https://instagram.com/saleswhispererLinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/#12WeeksToPeak #PersonalDevelopment #salestraining

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