For Salespeople

Revealing the Truth – Why Companies Struggle to Control Cheating

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Sales Chat Show · Revealing the Truth – Why Companies Struggle to Control Sales Cheating In this provocative episode of the Sales Chat Show, Simon Hazeldine, Graham Jones, and Anthony Steers dive into the murky waters of unethical sales behaviours and the systems that enable them. Sparked by a revealing Harvard Business Review article, the hosts explore how poorly designed sales targets and performance metrics can drive manipulation, fraud, and even criminal activity—often with management’s full awareness. From inflated call stats to forced customer reviews, …

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How to Harness the Power of AI to Role-Play and Rehearse Your Next Sales Pitch

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Sales Chat Show · How to harness the power of AI to role play and rehearse your next sales pitch In this episode, Simon Hazeldine, Graham Jones, and Anthony Steers explore how sales professionals can use AI-powered platforms to practice, refine, and perfect their sales pitches.They cover the pros and cons, offer practical tips on implementation, and challenge traditional thinking about training. A must-listen for anyone wanting to sharpen their sales game in the age of AI.

Unpacking Sandbagging – Ethical Implications and Best Practices in Sales

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In this episode of the Sales Chat Show, we dive deep into the controversial practice of sandbagging in sales—delaying deals or underreporting forecasts to manage expectations.Is it a clever strategy or a dangerous game that erodes trust and skews business insights? Sales Chat Show · Unpacking Sandbagging – Ethical Implications and Best Practices in Sales