In this solo episode, Bryan talks with empathy consultant Liesel Mertes about the transformative power of empathy in sales. Liesel shares how the loss of her daughter Mercy led her to help companies build empathetic cultures. They explore how empathy helps salespeople understand their customers beyond the immediate problem, creating deeper, more meaningful connections. For sales leaders, fostering empathy means building trust and psychological safety within teams.  Liesel stresses that empathy is an ongoing practice, essential for driving better sales outcomes. Curious what the Blind Zebra Sales Operating System is all about? You can learn more here. And if you haven't already, make sure you join the Advanced Selling Podcast LinkedIn group: http://advancedsellingpodcast.com/linkedin.