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Not Every Client is Your Client. And That’s a Good Thing.

By John Lusher | April 27, 2022 |

Whenever the revenue stream dries out, it may be tempting to say yes to a prospect who wants something outside of your expertise. However, doing so will only make you lose money, diminish your confidence and destroy self-esteem. In this video, Scott McKain explains how staying within your expertise can help boost your credibility and…

The Key to Long-Term Success With Your Clients

By John Lusher | April 21, 2022 |

You know the expression that the best way to predict the future is to create it. Forward-thinking companies like Google have invested in people with a futurist mindset to help guide their efforts and stay ahead of the curve. So how can you develop a future-oriented mindset and become indispensable for your clients? Grab your…

3 Simple Rules for Achieving What You Really Want in Life

By John Lusher | March 8, 2022 |

This International Women’s Day, I want to celebrate the U.S. Women’s National Team who won the lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation, ending the team’s long fight for equal pay. The sport’s governing body has agreed to pay the players $24 million, including back pay, and made a commitment to compensate men and women players…

HOW TO HANDLE STRESS WHEN YOU ARE ABOUT TO HAVE A BIG CONVERSATION

By John Lusher | January 13, 2022 |

When times are tough, the stress we experience can corrupt our business processes and get us off track. So what can you do to take back control when you are about to get into a big conversation with an important prospect? In this week’s video training, Bob Burg, co-author of the international bestseller, The Go-Giver,…

One Main Reason Your New Year’s Resolutions End in Failure

By John Lusher | January 6, 2022 |

Millions of people make New Year’s resolutions each year, but only a small fraction actually see them through. According to Forbes, 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail, and most of them peter out before the end of February.  So why are so many of us struggling with achieving what we want in life? And what…

HOW TO GAIN BUY-IN AND INFLUENCE OTHERS

By John Lusher | July 29, 2021 |

When it comes to achieving your goals, much of success depends on your ability to influence and be influenced by others. Successful leaders don’t become so in a vacuum. A leader’s role must include a level of empathy for others’ needs and goals, plus the discipline to seek and apply velocity for everyone’s benefit. So…

How To Turn Your Vision Into A Reality With The Velocity Mindset®

By John Lusher | July 15, 2021 |

True success is not a solo act. You can only learn and earn so much from your own efforts. But you can do so much more with the efforts of other. So how do you get your team in alignment with your vision and reach the desired destination faster? I joined Bill Prater on the…

WHAT IS VELOCITY MINDSET?

By John Lusher | April 1, 2021 |

So what is Velocity Mindset? And how can you use it to overcome the self-imposed limitations and achieve what you want in life? I joined Gerhard Gschwandtner on Selling Power TV to discuss how to let go of the self-limiting beliefs that hold us back and achieve results faster. Check it out! #VelocityMindset #AchieveResults #LimitingBeliefs

DO YOU LET GUILT STRIP YOU OF VELOCITY?

By John Lusher | March 11, 2021 |

We all take on guilt for the things that are beyond our control. But all it does is strip Velocity away from our lives and hold us back. In today’s video, I share a powerful strategy that you can use to free yourself from unjustified guilt and gain momentum in life. It’s truly liberating, try…

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Do you know your Points Of Power?

By John Lusher / January 18, 2024 /

So, before you go asking for the deal, do you know your POPs? POPs stands for Points Of Power. Yesterday, I was coaching a young lady who needed to ask for a significant deposit, and that was giving her a little bit of agita. So, I asked her: “Is this a repeat client?” She goes,…

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Man Plans, and God Laughs: Be Prepared to Pivot

By John Lusher / October 12, 2023 /

A few years ago, my opening story for a keynote involved reenacting a CPR scene. CPR is what you use when someone’s heart stops beating. In my twenties, I was a volunteer medic in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. The whole point of the story was this: “Look, I’m not here to suggest that you start…

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Episode #122 : Fewer Deals, Better Conversations, Better Goals, Better Discipline with Ron Karr

By John Lusher / August 4, 2023 /

The wrong goal forces you to do the wrong actions. The wrong prospect clogs your pipeline and wastes your time. How can we set goals with waypoints to ensure we’re on the right track? How can we qualify whether or not a prospect is a good opportunity? This week I join @MarkHunter on #TheSalesHunterPodcast to…

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What’s stopping you from doing what you really want to do?

By John Lusher / August 3, 2023 /

So what’s stopping you from doing what you really want to do? During a recent coaching call with a client, I posed the question, “Where are you in life today, and where do you see yourself in five years? What does that vision look like to you?” The person shared that he didn’t want to…

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How to gain velocity when you have a busy schedule

By John Lusher / July 7, 2023 /

So how do you gain velocity when you have too much to do? As many of you can relate, I’m in a really busy time of my life. So recently, I reached out to my marketing team and simply said that unless a task is extremely urgent, I am unable to accept any new responsibilities…

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Stop Letting Your Fears Do The Driving

By John Lusher / May 25, 2023 /

As leaders, our fears can inadvertently hinder the growth and creativity of those we lead, projecting limitations onto our team members. This stifles their innovation and replaces possibilities with self-imposed boundaries. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In this week’s video training we explore the transformative power of fearless leadership. Check it out!…

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Preparing for the Unexpected: Why Every Business Needs a Succession Strategy

By John Lusher / April 20, 2023 /

Are you prepared to replace key employees, customers and prospects if unexpected departures occur? Succession planning is crucial not just for CEOs, but for every position within the organization. Don’t let succession catch you off guard – watch this video to plan for success and be ready for anything. #VelocityMindset #succession #sales #leadership #success

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Do You Share the Same Perspective with Those You are Trying to Influence?

By John Lusher / April 14, 2023 /

Do you find yourself struggling to connect with the people you are trying to influence? Often, we may push our perspective onto others, even if it doesn’t align with their goals. It’s a common pitfall we all face. Yet, building meaningful connections is essential for success in the business world, especially in sales. Watch this video to discover…

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Are you disciplined in going after only the right opportunities?

By John Lusher / April 7, 2023 /

When playing baseball, coaches often instruct players to “wait for your pitch.” The same can be said for business, except now replace the word “pitch” with “opportunity.” Watch this video to discover the true cost of pursuing the wrong opportunities. #VelocityMindset #BusinessOpportunity

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Does fear hurt your sales and ability to influence others?

By John Lusher / March 30, 2023 /

Fear is a potent force that can hinder your progress and impede momentum. If you allow others to trigger your fears during negotiations, you will likely fail to achieve the desired outcome. So what’s the best way to overcome your fear, stay focused and close the deal, even when negotiations do not go as planned?…

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