Would you like to bring into your life more clarity, confidence, and calm?
Welcome to the doubtless podcast, where we explore stories of individuals who did just that.
This podcast isn't just about success stories; it's about overcoming challenges and gaining insight from the journey.
If you've ever felt stuck, doubting of your next move, you're not alone. Join the conversation with guests who've achieved remarkable things, despite and thanks to setbacks. Subscribe now to join the community of listeners committed to personal growth and professional development.
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Would you like to bring into your life more clarity, confidence, and calm?
Welcome to the doubtless podcast, where we explore stories of individuals who did just that.
This podcast isn't just about success stories; it's about overcoming challenges and gaining insight from the journey.
If you've ever felt stuck, doubting of your next move, you're not alone. Join the conversation with guests who've achieved remarkable things, despite and thanks to setbacks. Subscribe now to join the community of listeners committed to personal growth and professional development.
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In this episode of the Doubtless Podcast, host Julian, a coach and psychologist, interviews Martin, who spent 12 years living as a monk. Martin shares his journey from monastic life to becoming a sales coach, emphasizing the importance of integrity, listening to life, and how selling can serve others. He reveals how his time in the monastery shaped his approach to helping others and discusses the challenges and revelations along the way. The conversation delves into how service-based professionals can sell their services with authenticity and care, maintaining a balance between guiding clients and respecting their autonomy. Tune in for insights on navigating professional life inspired by deep values and mindful practices.
Martin is a recovering introvert, who helps nice people sell more. He's a lifelong student of psychology, who loves learning people. In his day-to-day, he coaches and consults on ethical selling, especially fond of working with technical founders. Polyglot, speaks fluent Nerd.
00:00 Coming up...
00:44 Introduction to the Doubtless Podcast
01:17 Martin's Journey to Monastic Life
06:56 Struggles and Realizations in the Monastery
11:07 Overcoming Personal Challenges
17:59 Applying Monastic Lessons to Everyday Life
32:13 The Power of Focusing on Others
41:51 The Stories We Tell Ourselves
42:25 Technical Glitch and Continuation
43:04 Understanding Judgments and Projections
46:19 The Role of Values in Sales
48:01 Lessons from the Monastery
49:56 Effective Communication and Leadership
52:20 Sales as an Act of Service
01:05:12 Manipulation and Influence
01:09:48 Connecting with Like-Minded Entrepreneurs
01:14:47 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Connect with Martin:
https://sales-for-nice-people.transistor.fm/
Connect with Julian:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-merten/
Apply for 1:1 Coaching with Julian:
https://forms.gle/Sc3wTWRLtFnQqyje7
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https://link.chtbl.com/doubtless
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https://www.youtube.com/@TheDoubtlessPodcast
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