EPISODE #92


 
 

In this conversation, Mattia Schaper, Co-Founder of SDRs of Germany, an entrepreneur and former SDR, shares her journey in sales and the lessons she has learned along the way. She emphasises the importance of authenticity and being true to oneself in sales. Mattia also discusses the power of personal branding on LinkedIn and how it can help sales professionals succeed. She highlights the similarities between sales and boxing, both requiring strategy, discipline, and mental fortitude.

Mattia shares her experience in founding SDRs of Germany, a community for sales professionals, and the value of collaboration over competition. She encourages individuals to embrace imperfection and take action, while also investing in their own education and personal growth

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Key Takeaways

  • Authenticity is key in sales. Being true to yourself and communicating with prospects genuinely can lead to better connections and more success.
  • Building a personal brand on LinkedIn can be a powerful tool for sales professionals. Sharing good and bad experiences can help create a sense of community and authenticity.
  • Overcoming challenges in sales requires resilience and a positive mindset. Embracing rejection and learning from failures can lead to personal and professional growth.
  • Discipline and community are essential to achieving success. Surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals and investing in your development can lead to greater opportunities.
  • Taking action and starting imperfectly is better than waiting for perfection. It's important to get started, learn, and improve along the way.

Timestamps

  • 00:00 - Introduction and Background
  • 04:11 - Entering the Sales Profession
  • 05:35 - Discovering the Importance of Authenticity
  • 10:21 - Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
  • 16:36 - Overcoming Challenges in Sales
  • 21:24 - Sales and Boxing: Finding Similarities
  • 32:10 - The Birth of SDRs of Germany
  • 38:25 - The Power of Discipline and Community
  • 43:55 - Embracing Imperfection and Taking Action
  • 51:56 - Advice for Sales Professionals
  • 56:41 - Shoutout to Ollie Sharp
  • 57:22 - Conclusion

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Season 10Marketing Team