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Cognism just recognized Sales Babble, as a podcast focused on sales training and sales consulting for small and medium businesses, solopreneurs, and entrepreneurs. If you’re looking for a good beginner sales training podcast, Sales Babble is for you. Pat Helmers shares how a helping mindset can improve the way you sell, and teaches non-sellers everything they need to know about how to be successful in B2B sales.
Cognism December 5th, 2023
25 Best Sales Coaching Podcasts 2023
Feedspot recognizes Sales Babble, a podcast focused on sales training and sales consulting for small and medium businesses, solopreneurs, and entrepreneurs. They interview sales experts across the globe and provide sales coaching for sales and non-sales professionals interested in the idea of selling with confidence. This podcast explains sales in plain language that is easy to understand, and entertaining. Come join them!
Feedspot June 5th, 2023
Episode 149 Interview with Pat Helmers: How to Achieve Frictionless Action in Your Sales Conversations
Sales has gone through an evolution. The pushy, client-chasing style of sales is being cast aside by more and more business owners who are choosing to achieve sales through a more mindful, relationship focused client journey in which they guide and support their clients. I hope you enjoy my conversation with today’s guest Pat Helmers, International Business Consultant and Host of the Sales Babble Podcast, as we talk about the importance of relationship building through frequent touches, and how that can lead to frictionless action in your sales conversations.
Ready Yet?! With Erin Marcus April 28, 2023
How To Leverage Content With Pat Helmers – Episode 84
We are currently living in the digital age of content. It’s only natural and necessary for businesses to turn to content creation and marketing to make a name for themselves and stand out in the industry. Here to tell you how to leverage content is Pat Helmers.
In this episode, you will learn: > How to use and leverage content in marketing > How to stand out from the crowd and become a commodity to buyers >The importance of building relationships
CEO Sales Strategies Podcast February 9, 2023
23 Best Sales Podcasts to Follow in 2023
As salespeople, we know that the days can get shorter and deadlines tighter, making it difficult to stay on top of all the latest trends sales leaders follow. Sales podcasts are an excellent way to gain knowledge and understanding of the ever-evolving sales landscape. Sales Babble is #7 on the list.
How Taoism Plays a Big Role in Sales with Pat Helmers
Have you considered marketing podcasts? Podcasting is the new business trend, and interviews are a good way to promote your brand and business. A podcast has a bigger audience than an interview-based blog article that can rank in search engines since search engines perceive podcasts as a different entity rather than just normal content with little or no value to the listeners. Tune in to Dominate Your Market Podcast as Pat Helmers discusses how businesses should identify a target audience, advertise themselves, and make their identity known.
Dominate Your Market November 17, 2022
The Next 100 Days Podcast -Pat Helmers the Sales Podcaster turned Cannabis Advocate
Cannabis Advocate Pat Helmers joins us on The Next 100 Days Podcast. He discusses a recent career change. It’s all happened in the last 100 days. Pat has become a Cannabis Advocate. His new podcast offers him cannabis industry networking opportunities. The cannabis market size is roughly $13 billion now. It’s forecast to grow to $70 billion in 7 years! So you can see, it’s a sound strategy for him to become a vocal advocate for the cannabis industry.
December 10, 2021 Episode #303
Podcasting for B2Bs – How to Increase Sales Through Podcasting with Pat Helmers
How can podcasting increase revenue? Pat Helmers, the owner of the podcasting agency, Habanero Media, teaches us how businesses are increasing revenue through podcasting.
On the Air Tiny Marketing June 4, 2021
Sales Training for Podcasters #31
Doug Sanders, JJ Flizanes and Pat talk about the power of podcasting in the business world. They focus on branding, influencing and how to enable revenue growth by interviewing industry experts
Ep. 31: Selling Secrets for Non Sellers May 4, 2021
The Full Stack Business Podcast – Pat Helmers
We covered a lot of topics. We talked about podcasting for sales, hiring processes in sales, CRM set up and processes for a little bit. And also we talked about some kind of philosophy stuff, and Pat’s book, The Tao Te Ching of Sales, super interesting stuff.
Podcasting For Sales, Hiring Processes & The Tao Te Ching Of Sales with Pat Helmers April 26, 2021
The GovCast – Pat Helmers
On The GovCast today we are joined by Pat Helmers. He founded Habanero Media a podcast agency that helps B2B companies grow brand, authority, influence, and trust through the magic of interview-based podcasting. What would you do if you had the opportunity to meet the most important influencers in your industry? Join us at 12pm (EST) to find out!
Pat Helmers on the GovCast April 7, 2021
How (and Why) to Start a Podcast to Market Your Small to Midsize Business (featuring Pat Helmers)
Thinking of starting a podcast to market your business but not sure where to begin? Joe Sanders is joined by Sales Babble Podcast Host, and Founder of Habanero Media, Pat and Joe present how to start a podcast, why to start a podcast, and how to use a podcast to help promote your small to midsize business!
Pat Helmers on Start Marketing April 7, 2021
Build Your Success – SORTing through Sales
Brian Brogen and Pat talk about sales on the Build Your Success podcast. Pat shares some amazing techniques for sales professionals. S.O.R.T. is a method of questioning that Pat utilizes to deeply listen to the needs of his customers. Pat says “A transactional view of life is a view of dead ends”. Buyers are searching for leaders, success can be found in the service of others.
Episode 94 SORTing through Sales with Pat Helmers March 29, 2021
20 Binge-Worthy Sales Podcasts
Most of you probably enjoy an episode or two of your favorite podcast every week. But what about professional ones? Sales Babble was honored for binging!
20 Binge-Worthy Sales Podcasts – March 12, 2021
Idea Climbing™ – Why Having A Big Idea Means Nothing Without Follow Through
Mark Carter and Pat chat about how successful entrepreneurs try an idea and if it doesn’t work, they try another one. And other one. And other one. It’s failing fast and failing early to learn as fast as they can until – finally – they have a big idea that gets traction and comes to life.
Idea Climbing Podcast Episode 29 – January 5, 2021
7 Essential Podcasts for Sales
Sales Babble has just been honored to make the short list of seven on Method.me sharing “It features clear and easy-to-understand language, and Pat Helmers attempts to break down even complex sales topics into terms that anyone can digest regardless of their sales experience. Of course, that’s not to say that the strategies and techniques”
7 Essential Podcasts for Sales December 2020
How To Create The #1 Sales Podcast In The World! with Pat Helmers
Pat is brought on Dan Jourdan’s YouTube channel as an business consultant, technology startup coach and podcast producer. We talk about being the author of the Selling With Confidence sales system, host of the award winning Sales Babble sales podcast and founder of Habanero Media podcast production services
Episode December 2. 2020
56 Bad Ass Sales Podcasts Every Sales Professional Should Follow in 2020
Professional sales coach Pat Helmers talks with experts around the world to explore common issues and solutions for tech startups. Get fresh advice that helps you view your situation from an entirely different vantage point. Listen to the Sales Babble podcast to get actionable tips on prospecting, mindset formulation, referral sales, and powerful pitching.
Read report here June 5, 2020
Tony Morris – Confessions of a Serial Seller
Pat Helmers is the founder of Habanero Media and podcast Host of Sales Babble. He helps businesses discover the true value they bring to the market. He helps sales professionals build their value proposition, generate leads and and make more sales.COSS25: Pat Helmers May 7, 2020
Positive Imprint Podcast – The More You Serve World the More the World Serves of You
Pat gets to share his philosophy where the more you serve the world, the more it will serve you. It’s an infinite positive imprint.
Episode 61 January 27, 2020
Talking Sales Empathy & Stoicism w/ Pat Helmers – S5Ep7
Beer Beats and Business Podcast – Dave Fisher and I talk all things business.
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- Why social media promises a fake “fireplace” for its users
- “The path to success is having genuine, authentic conversations.”
- Have a LinkedIn connection that you want a better relationship with? Pick up the phone.
- Check out Habanero Media if you are ready to get a podcast.
- Podcasting (and video too) require skill, knowledge, and processes – you can’t just wing it.
- How journaling has been creating a powerful impact for Pat.
- Stop wasting time – Be Mindful!
Season 4 Episode 7 – November 5, 2019
Episode 505 – Babbling About Sales and Podcasting Pat Helmers
Bacon Podcast – Brian Basilico and I talk marketing and sales.
Episode 505 – September 25 2019
12 Small Business Podcasts That Will Help You Sell More
“Great selling is about helping,” says Pat Helmers, host of the Sales Babble Podcast. Pat doesn’t believe you have to be sleazy or pushy to be successful in sales, and he speaks from experience: He built an inside and outside sales team for a SaaS startup that generated eight figures in revenue.
Pat interviews sales experts from a range of industries; the main focus is B2B sales, but business owners whose primary customers are consumers won’t be left out. Pat posted his top episodes for 2018, and not surprisingly the number one overall topic was cold-calling.
Read Here June 19,2019
Invincible Success Podcast – Selling Secrets for Non-Sellers #26
Are
you in sales? The answer will surprise you. If you have ever lead a team, tried to communicate, or shared an idea, you’re in sales. Pat Helmers can help. He specializes in teaching “Selling secrets for non-sellers.” and discusses how each of us can benefit from learning “non-sales” selling techniques, which include storytelling, communication tips, social media, and responding to the listener’s needs.
Invincible Success Episode 26 – June 10, 2019
12 Small Business Podcasts That Will Help You Sell More
Was just picked to be one of the top 12 business podcasts on allBusiness . allBusiness is one of the world’s largest online resources for small businesses, providing essential tools and resources to start, grow, and manage your business.
“Great selling is about helping,” says Pat Helmers, host of the Sales Babble Podcast. Pat doesn’t believe you have to be sleazy or pushy to be successful in sales, and he speaks from experience: He built an inside and outside sales team for a SaaS startup that generated eight figures in revenue.
Pat interviews sales experts from a range of industries; the main focus is B2B sales, but business owners whose primary customers are consumers won’t be left out. Pat posted his top episodes for 2018, and not surprisingly the number one overall topic was cold-calling.
allBusiness Report -May 28, 2019
50 Bad Ass #salespodcasts Every #salesprofessional Should Follow
Sales Babble recognized once again! Saleshacker.com
LinkedIn Tread.live February 15, 2019
#3: How Your Value Proposition Frees You From Pushy Sales with Pat Helmers
Whitney Cole starts a new podcast and share it’s a privilege to have Pat Helmers on as a guest this week – if you’re struggling to sell, this is the episode for you.
Mission Marketing -January 17. 2019
7 Essential Podcasts for Sales Reps
Sales Babble is was chosen because it “features clear and easy-to-understand language, and Pat Helmers attempts to break down even complex sales topics into terms that anyone can digest regardless of their sales experience.” Nice!
7 Essential Podcast for Sales Reps Post 10/1/2018
14: Dynamic Sales Refresher – Pat Helmers
In this episode Alex Swire-Clark and Pat discuss some fantastic tips on selling and discusses the SORT method for helping your prospects see the value in what you are offering.
The Rapport Advantage #14 April 10, 2018
021: Stop Hiring Bad Salespeople, A Fail Proof Hiring Process – Pat Helmers
Have you had trouble with hiring the right salespeople? Have you had difficulty with devoting the right amount of time to family and coworkers? Brendan and I have a conversation about my past, qualifying and hiring great sales people.
The Business of Family Selling #21 January 2, 2018
12 Experts Show You How to Master 2018 Now
Successful people aren’t necessarily successful because they re-invent the wheel, but because they execute on the basics better than anyone else. I was chosen by Dave Fisher for his 2018 Creative Massive Leverage post. Set your 2018 goals today.
Creative Massive Leverage December 20, 2017
Hubspot does a shout-out to Sales Babble sharing “This show features selling tips for small and medium businesses and entrepreneurs. Helmers explains sales concepts in easy-to-understand, plain language.” This is a great honor!
Hubspot August 10, 2017
517: Sales Secrets and Hiring Hints for Startup Success. With Pat Helmers
Andy Paul had me as guest to talk about enterprise selling and how to hire sales reps that hit the ground running.
Accelerate! Podcast July 22, 2017
iHeart Radio: Selling In A Skirt – Who Is Your Tribe?
In this episode Judy Hoberman interviews me on non-pushy selling and how bullying a prospective client goes nowhere during this day and age.
Judy takes a view of servant leadership that dovetails well with the Sales Babble view of helping and adding value. Consider the Covey quote “Seek first to understand then to be understood”.
Selling In A Skirt, June 5, 2017
Find The Itch Before You Pitch
Terry Lancaster, former Sales Babble guest, kicks off a new podcast and Pat has the honor to be one of his first guests. We talk about how to qualify and understand your ideal client. We also discuss one of my favorite topics, the Tao of sales.
Get Ya Sum Radio Show May 2, 2017
Entrepreneurial Questions and the Tao of Selling – S3Ep6
D Fish and I talk and babble about random (but somewhat connected) topics. You know it’s a great conversation when you can combine jazz, Taoism, and selling! This interview was a lot of fun talking about Eastern philosophy and sales. A real honor to be a guest.
Beer, Beats and Business April 17,2017
Lead Fuze Best Sales Podcasts – An Ultimate List of “Must Listens”
LeadFuze just published a list of sales podcasts and Sales Babble is an honored pick! They believe “Sales Babble really focuses on reps with tips, mindset help, and best practices to help you better yourself as a sales person. Each episode is in an interview style with big names in the sales world and the show notes are filled with useful links and bonus resources.”
The Best Sales Podcasts March 27, 2017
Episode 54: The Power of Asking Questions – Pat Helmers
On this episode of Predictable Prospecting Marylou Tyler and I have a discussion on why listening is the most important part of sales. I share my unique framework for qualifying sales leads, and walks us through his process for having a great conversation with a prospect. This episode is a must-listen!
Predictable Prospecting #54 March 21, 2017
WHH39: Selling with Confidence. Your Message on a LARGE Scale, Internationally with Pat Helmers
While most people can’t seem to get past the emotions, or politics, surrounding the 2016 Presidential election, discuss what both Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton did right and wrong during their campaigns from a sales perspective.
#39 – The Win Show February 22, 2017
Sales Babble with Pat Helmers – Social Strategy Podcast
Vernon Ross is the host of the Social Strategy Podcast and former guest on Sales Babble. In this episode we talk about the skills great sales professionals possess with tactics on qualifying. Very fun host and beer buddy.
Social Strategy Podcast February 19, 2017
TSE 310: WHY STARTUPS NEED TO FOCUS ON SALES BEFORE MARKETING
In this episode Donald and I chat about processes to better understand your ideal client through market research. I provide a script and list of questions all entrepreneurs should use to role out a new product or service.
The Sales Evangelist, Episode 310 – May 13,2016
#213: Discover Your Ideal Client with Pat Helmers
Discover Your Ideal Client With the 4 Challenge Questions. Don’t guess what they’re thinking, ask them!
Get In The Door Podcast #213 – May 5th, 2016
#210: The SORT questions with Pat Helmers
Learn how to qualify a client with the 4 SORT Questions. Don’t guess if they’re a match, ask them!
Get In The Door Podcast #210 – April 14th, 2016
104: Pat Helmers, Sales Babble Podcast
In this interview Jeannie Walters and Adam Toporek invite me to a conversation that discusses the intersection of sales and customer experience.
Crack The Code Podcast Episode 104 – March 31st, 2016
SOMD with Pat Helmers Episode 56
In this interview Dawn Fobbs and I discuss what’s wrong with sales and where people go wrong when they talk about sales. We chat about how great sales people have HEAT. You will learn that your personality already has what you need to be successful in sales.
SOMD With Pat Helmers – February 22, 2016
Pat Helmers Sales Babble SORT Method
In this interview Mike Saunders interviews me on how to qualify prospective clients. You will learn the SORT Method and why your sales pitch strategy needs to be in place before marketing!
Sales Babble SORT Method – February 16, 2016
Promoting Direct Sales Podcast Episode #19 – Interview with Pat Helmers
In this episode Rayven Perkins interviews me on the importance of understanding in great detail the value a business brings to it’s ideal client. We talk about how that value proposition is the foundation of sales when prospecting, qualifying, presenting and closing
Promoting Direct Sales Episode 19 – January 4th, 2016
Improve Your Windshield Time with these 3 Sales Podcasts
Was honored on People First Productivity Solutions and chosen one of three podcasts for commuters interested in sales.
“Bonus – this one is indexed by topic so you can find exactly what you’re looking for.
Favorite Episodes: It’s a hot topic — Episode 84 is about the movement to Stop Selling & Start Leading! You can join the movement today. Or how about Winning Over Customers by Building their Profits in Episode 13 featuring Bob Rickert? And if you’ve never heard her before, be sure to download the interview with Nancy Bleeke in Episode 68 where she talks about Conversations the Sell.”
Improve You Windshield time with These Three Podcasts
December 9th, 2015
Sales Call Reluctance Podcast
How to Use Social Media to Build Relationships and Earn Qualified Appointments
Connie Kandansky gets her “Ask” in gear and asks me all about how to use Social Media for lead generation. We speak about practical ways sellers can connect with people on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter to generate qualified sales opportunities!
Blog Talk Radio Sales Call Reluctance Podcast
December 3rd, 2015
Digital Wealth Digest Podcast
Get Up Close And Personal With Sales Expert Pat Helmers
Arjay Febus interviews me on what’s needed to succeed in sales in the current sales environment. We talk about social media, prospecting, mindset and how to qualify clients.
Episode Sales-Strategy-on-the-digital-wealth-digest/ November 15, 2015
Basics of Social Media for Sales Professionals
The scheduled speaker is Pat Helmers, a sales strategist and host of the weekly “Sales Babble” podcast (salesbabble.com). Helmers is a former software engineer and inventor at Bell Labs and sales vice president for an Internet startup company.According to Helmers, he will show practical ways in which sales professionals can leverage social media to generate qualified leads.”Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn provide terrific opportunities for sellers to authentically connect,” he said. “Social media sales 101 prospecting requires a deft touch.”
Chicago Tribune November 3, 2015
Social Media for Sales Professionals
Marketing Professor Shawn Green moderated a program with Pat Helmers author, sales strategist and former software engineer and sales Vice President, explored how sales professionals can use Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn to generate leads.
Plano Record/ Kendall Country Forum November 15, 2015
As Told By Nomads
Tayo Rockson interviews me and asks about my beliefs that great sales is based on having the mindset “I’m here to help and add value”. I share that anyone can become a skilled seller with their current personality. By drawing upon their passion for their business, they too can become a master seller.
Episode 92 – Selling Secrets For Non-Sellers with Pat Helmers October 8, 2015 and on Libsyn and Blogtalk
Picked Top 10 Sales Podcast By Sales Coach World
The Sales Babble podcast was recognized by Sales Coach World for having one of the top 10 podcasts on the internet.
“Sales consultant, Pat Helmer’s Sales Babble podcast contains interviews with sales experts from around the world. You couldn’t wish to meet a nicer guy in sales than Pat and his soothing voice and quick wit makes for a very enjoyable listen – even with the most shy interviewees.
Pat always strikes me as very modest about his own sales achievements and experience, choosing to highlight his guests attributes, rather than trumpet his own skills.
He is a very competent broadcaster, and while the quality of his show is usually determined by the openness of his guests, his excellent broadcasting ability ensures that something useful is found on each and every listen.” August 28, 2015
Midlife Launch Podcast
In this episode I’m interviewed by Kingsley Grant who says “Our guest – Pat Helmers (host of the popular podcast: Sales Babble) shares with us how he did it and what you might be able to get yourself through as well.”
Here are some of the take-aways found in this episode:
- You have to take some risks
- You must believe in yourself
- You have to have faith
- Be open to change and be willing to pivot
- And more …
How To Power Your Way Through Fear Using Passion | Pat Helmers | Episode TML081 September
Strongpreneur Podcast
In this episode Tom Reber interviews me about sales coaching and sales training. We talk about the myths of sales, common mistakes in sales , personality types and using LinkedIn for lead generation.
SP 24: Sales Training for a Strong Business with Pat Helmers July 9th, 2015
Conscious Millionaire
In this interview JV Crum and Pat have a conversation about sales and they discuss need for all entrepreneurs to hone their skills.
Sales Strategies for Conscious Entrepreneurs January 9th, 2015
Daily Herald
In this interview Jim Kendall asks Pat to share his story about how he started podcasting and how it has contributed to his consulting and training business.
How To Become A Successful Podcaster September 15th, 2014
Better Business Women’s Podcast
In this interview Aprille Jane asks Pat about his philosophy on sales and how he sees Sales as a helping profession and how to sell with confidence.
Selling With Confidence October 22nd, 2014
Business Life Transitions – Blog Talk Radio
Brian Basilico and Jan Marino interview Pat on his professional career and serendipitous path to the world of Sales podcaster and trainer
Business Life Transitions with Pat Helmers October 27th, 2014
Robot Overlordz
Mike Johnston and Matt Bolton interview Pat on podcasting, the future of jobs and technological unemployment, education, and the way we are adapting as a society to the changes underway. What jobs are there for humans in the robot future?
Selling Robots April 9, 2015
Choose Your Best Life Now
Kingsley Grant interviewed me on my thoughts on how focusing on others becomes the key to creating a path to your own success.
How A Simple Scratch Off List Can Be Your Key To Success February 2nd, 2014
Player.FM
We have been showcased and honored on the Player.FM Sales page
October 19, 2015
I’ve been honored with the ability to publish articles on LinkedIn. I deeply appreciate this privilege and have posted topics that provide value to the selling community.
Five Lessons From a Pushy Cold Call February 16, 2015
How To Ask For The Sale December 15th, 2014
Forget Digital Marketing, Try Cold Calling September 18, 2014
Leverage Your Engineers When Selling September 10, 2014
Public Speaking
How to Generate Leads at a Trade Show –
Oswego Chamber of Commerce, March 4th, 2015
Sales Coach World
Pat was acknowledged as an expert sales coach in Illinois on Sales Coach World. March 27, 2015
Five Guys Named Moe
Who Da Five Guys Named Moe (Debut Album)
Top Ten Geneva IL March 17,2015
These are the unadulterated reviews of the “Top 10 Skills for Non-Pushy Sellers”
> “Excellent-informative and fun. Interaction is great”
> “Well done! Thanks for hosting a great event”
> “Excellent presentation. Enjoyed Pat’s tips for sales”
> “I picked up several great tips! Qualify quickly-try everyone like your
> cousin”
> “Enjoyable and informative. Dad I came-”
> “Great presentation-applicable to today’s industries”
> “Good presentation – great pens”
> “Excellent topic and Pat knocked it out of the park. If you are looking
> for
> speakers – engaging speakers Barry might be nice (from Victoria Cook)”
> “Pat Helmers is excellent. Simple, easy to implement – great take aways”
> “Very informative, enjoyed it very much”
> “Venue and speaker were good”
> “Thank you very much. I enjoyed the speaker and the content”
> “Very informative and enjoyable presentation. Plan to follow up with Pat
> Helmers. Love Pal Joey’s”
> “Great, practical tips”
> “Sorry I was late – Is Pat going to video cast?”