{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/2c8b545f-6488-45a3-837c-59ddf8da9b02/68de3c8fd1a3cd6ea97ba883?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Unlocking Media Sales Success with Debra Sharron","description":"<p>In this episode, General Manager of ALF Insight and podcast host, Amanda Rosevear, interviews Debra Sharron, a seasoned sales trainer and founder of&nbsp;<a href=\"https://media-sales-training.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Media Sales Training</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They discuss Debra’s journey into media sales, the current trends and challenges in the industry, and expert advice on sales success.&nbsp;The conversation also touches on the importance of consultative selling, the significance of face-to-face meetings, and strategies for building relationships with clients.&nbsp;Debra also shares insights on how to avoid being ghosted by prospects and explains why there’s a need for authenticity in sales.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Plus, Debra answers our quickfire questions that reveal her thoughts on sales, success and her favourite hype song.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>00:00 Introduction&nbsp;</p><p>02:00 Debra's Journey into Media Sales</p><p>06:21 Current Trends in Media Sales</p><p>09:14 Consultative Selling in Today's Market</p><p>12:18 The Importance of Face-to-Face Meetings</p><p>20:40 Challenges Faced by Salespeople</p><p>24:05 Impact of Hybrid Working on Sales</p><p>30:30 Building Relationships in Sales</p><p>34:24 Keys to a Successful Sales Team</p><p>36:57 Quickfire Questions with Debra</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>If you want to do business with the UK’s leading brands,&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.alfinsight.com/contact-us/request-a-demo/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">request an ALF Insight demo.</a></p>","author_name":"Ultimate Content"}