Episodes
Many of us attend virtual events to build connections. You can do things to set yourself up for success and get noticed by your ideal clients. Ultimately, it’s about attracting them to you.  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today, learn how to get noticed at virtual events to attract...
Published 04/29/24
Published 04/29/24
Many entrepreneurs debate creating a unique voice on social media. It’s understandable for brands to question the wording they use when there’s so much content out there. After all, your word choice is how your ideal clients recognize how aligned you are with their needs. What words connect with them the most? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to...
Published 04/22/24
Some questions send us on a spiral, while others aim our trajectory. If you switch out spiral questions for trajectory questions, you’ll find that you get so much more from your coach. How do you turn a spiral question into a trajectory question?  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today,...
Published 04/15/24
Your ideal clients are excited to start their journey. They’re finally ready for action and don’t want to be thrown off course by distractions. You want to make your sales conversations, offers, and solutions as easy as possible to create a seamless experience for them. Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value...
Published 04/08/24
Life is filled with inspiration for your next business idea. All that’s left to do is to tap into your passion and figure out which idea to pursue. Where will your passion for business take you next? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to position yourself to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today, learn how to generate your next business idea in this...
Published 04/01/24
Improving your sales skills supports your business in two major ways. First, potential clients understand your business better. Second, you develop more self trust in how you handle sales conversations. What could you do to build self trust to support your expertise? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for...
Published 03/25/24
As a thoughtful entrepreneur, you strive to provide the best service to your clients and community. You might notice that offering such high value can get out of hand if you don’t set intentional expectations. How are you communicating expectations that protect your business and well-being? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and...
Published 03/18/24
Marketing is all about conversations. You attract your audience through what you talk about and how you engage with potential clients. An email list creates a friendly ongoing conversation between you and your ideal clients. Have you invited your ideal clients to this opportunity? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce...
Published 03/11/24
Online business changes the lives of so many people, which is why it’s such a sought-after goal. Many people make it seem easy so there’s confusion about how to make an online business successful. What does it really take to thrive in online business? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience....
Published 03/04/24
People can feel left out or annoyed by content without the brand realizing the impact of what’s published. Awareness of different ways of being is important for brands to consider. Placing yourself in another person’s experience helps you understand the world differently and possibly helps you avoid a hurtful misunderstanding. Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in...
Published 02/26/24
The Sales Maven Society welcomes another Member Appreciation Celebration for the fourth year in a row! This tradition reflects Nikki’s philosophy to “surprise & delight” people when there’s a chance to do so. What other reasons does Nikki uphold this tradition?  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for...
Published 02/19/24
Clients view your referrals as an extension of yourself. Bad referrals backfire and ripple into the relationship you have with your clients. What can you do to buffer or completely avoid such situations?  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today, learn about how to avoid tarnishing your...
Published 02/12/24
As Nikki likes to say, “You can’t AI your way into sales.” Sales conversations require collaboration and a personal flair. No matter how high-tech and seamless an experience is, people still appreciate a human touch.  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today, learn about why you shouldn’t...
Published 02/05/24
It’s understandable. You are a top-performing entrepreneur who takes a careful look at your business. You’re the first to give yourself feedback or critique your work. However, have you thought about this: Self-judgment is not the same as self-awareness? You don’t need to self-sabotage by being overly harsh on yourself.  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the...
Published 01/29/24
Group programs are seriously some of the most rewarding work. These offers maximize time, create a great return on investment, and keep cash flow coming. They also maximize the impact you have on the world with a group of your ideal clients. What can you do if your group program hasn’t been filling up?  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in...
Published 01/22/24
Confidence is transferable. When you have on clothes that make you feel your best, you show up more powerfully. Your confident image transfers into how you communicate your business and how potential clients view your offers. How can you best present the confidence of your brand? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce...
Published 01/15/24
Building from where your strengths and values live allows your business to become a shining light. The best part about that light is how it acts as a signal for intentional customers. What can you put out that signals and speaks directly to your ideal clients? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your...
Published 01/08/24
There seems to be some confusion between soliciting and building relationships that attract prospective clients while making it easy for them to buy from you. Have you ever noticed the main factor that makes these two approaches different?  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today, learn...
Published 01/01/24
When talking with others, shared stories give life to true connections. The reason is that anything said in a conversation is secondary to the feeling each person has about the conversation. In the words of Maya Angelou: “…people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place...
Published 12/25/23
This episode is “a little something extra” for everyone today, as this is the 200th episode. Nikki had no idea this podcast she started in March 2020 would grow to 200 episodes, providing value for the amazing Sales Maven Community and beyond. This podcast is able to continue thanks to listeners like you! Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive...
Published 12/18/23
We all get scammed or find ourselves in these awkward positions sometimes, and spreading awareness makes it less likely to happen to others. If you find yourself in a similar situation, this is what you want to look out for.  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today, learn about how Nikki...
Published 12/11/23
“We’re all in sales.” Even people who work in non-traditional sales roles must know they are selling before any chance to present an offer. We’re all in sales since sales is effective communication, negotiation, and persuasion from the moment we introduce ourselves. Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for...
Published 12/04/23
Selling starts from an intention. Entrepreneurs bring their intentions to sales conversations filled with what they hope happens. If that intention is truly built on hope, does that make it a desire, a dream, or a goal?  Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today, learn about the #1 way to...
Published 11/27/23
Connections are what help your business thrive. If you want to make the most of your connections, it’s best to show up in service to those you plan on connecting with. How can you build relationships and develop rapport to put people at ease? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today,...
Published 11/20/23