How to sell without feeling pushy, stressful, or inauthentic.
Imagine you dread selling—too much pressure, too much push. That’s how many of us feel. Today, we welcome Mark Kempf, author of Unfurl Your Sales, who shakes things up with his “Quoin” principle—a gentle, respectful way to build long‑term client trust without the stress of aggressive tactics.
With over 40 years in insurance sales, Mark has seen it all—and he knows the shortcuts don’t work. Instead, he invites us to slow down and personalize. In this episode, he walks us through real stories of turning awkward sales moments into authentic connections. You’ll hear how one small, thoughtful question or gesture can open client doors and lead to lasting relationships—without ever feeling sleazy.
We chat about how to align your sales journey with your values, why “steady drip” wins over hard pitches, and how to measure success in satisfaction, not just numbers. It’s about selling smarter, not harder.
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Special thanks to Carl Richards from Podcast Solutions Made (for expert support), Fred Crouch, aka the Property Wizard Podcaster, Jovan Strika from @Hive coworking, Melanie Webber, my business partner, and Wayne Pratt from Motive8U Inc., who co‑hosts and coaches with me.
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