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How to Break Into Sales (Even With No Experience)

Thinking about getting into sales but not sure where to start? In this episode, I break down how to launch a career in sales, even if you have no experience. We’ll cover where to start, the skills that actually matter, how to stand out to employers, and practical steps you can take today to land your first opportunity. If you're considering a career change, graduating soon, or simply curious about sales, this episode is for you.

Don’t Surrender Your Thinking: How to Use AI Without Losing Your Judgment | John Bennett

In this episode of Ask For It, I sit down with John Bennett, co-founder of Formidably [https://www.formidably.com/]and author of Don’t Surrender Your Thinking, to explore how we can use AI without losing our judgment. John explains why the real danger of AI isn’t its intelligence, it’s its persuasive power, and how automation bias can quietly erode critical thinking if we’re not intentional. We discuss what responsible AI adoption should look like for corporate leaders, how sales teams can leverage AI without losing authenticity, and John even shares practical advice on using AI to craft cold outreach messages while keeping a human voice. He also introduces his HAHA method, a framework for integrating AI into decision-making while keeping humans accountable and in control. If you’re using AI in your work (or thinking about it), this conversation will change how you approach it. Connect with John Bennet [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennettjr/] on LinkedIn and make sure to purchase his book Don't Surrender your Thinking! [google.com/search?q=don%27t+surrender+your+thinking&rlz=1C5CHFA_enCA1084CA1088&oq=don%27t+surrender+your+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCggAEAAY4wIYgAQyCggAEAAY4wIYgAQyBwgBEC4YgAQyDQgCEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgDEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgEEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgFEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgGEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyBggHEEUYPdIBCDQwNjNqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8]

Corporate by Day, Comedian by Night. Guest Interview with Dinara Kerey

In this episode of Ask For It, I sit down with comedian Dinara Kerey to talk about what it really looks like to build a comedy career while working a corporate IT job. By day, she was navigating meetings and metrics. By night, she was stepping onto stages, testing jokes, learning, and building confidence. We talk about: * Balancing stability with ambition * Asking for opportunities instead of waiting to be chosen * And what it actually feels like to bet on yourself This conversation is funny, honest, and grounded in the reality of chasing something bigger while still building a career. If you’ve ever felt pulled between security and passion, this one’s for you. Make sure to follow Dinara on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok @DinaraComedy

Why Most Sales Outreach Fails (And How to Fix It)

In this episode of Ask For It, Ami Trivedi discusses the common pitfalls of traditional prospecting methods in sales and emphasizes the importance of personalization in outreach strategies. She explains how to effectively connect with potential clients by tailoring messages to specific audience segments and utilizing multi-touch points to transition cold leads into warm prospects. The conversation highlights the need for quality over quantity in sales activities, advocating for a more thoughtful approach to prospecting that can significantly improve conversion rates.

What It Takes to Land a Million-Dollar Client

Landing a million-dollar client isn't just about the perfect pitch, it's about building the right relationships. In this episode of Ask For It, I share how I closed the biggest deal of my career by focusing on trust, connection, and long-term value. You'll learn: * Why relationships beat hard selling in high-stakes deals * How to earn trust with decision makers * The small actions that make a big difference when building credibility * The relationship-first approach that led to a 7-figure client If you've ever wondered how top sellers close massive deals without pushy tactics, this episode is for you. Like, Comment, and Subscribe!