The Sales Pulse with Marla M. Koupal

The Hiking Shortcut...Unique Sales Conversation

Marla M. Koupal Season 1 Episode 11

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When “shortcuts” sell better than sales pitches.
In this episode of The Sales Pulse Podcast, I share how a simple hiking trip with friends turned into a masterclass in fluent selling—without a single product in sight.

You’ll learn the four sales moves hidden in this story that can help you:

  • Open with curiosity (not your offer)
  • Ask questions that sell for you
  • Read the room in seconds
  • Avoid creating objections you have to fight later

Whether you’re a coach, small business owner, or direct seller, these conversation skills will help you guide buyers naturally—so they feel good about saying yes.

📌 Listen in and try this week’s challenge: In your next three sales conversations, lead with curiosity instead of your offer. Watch what happens.

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 Welcome to The Sales Pulse Podcast, where selling isn’t a performance,,,it’s a conversation. I’m Marla Koupal, your Sales Fluency Guide. After decades in sales, here’s the truth: the close isn’t where the sale happens—it’s where the buyer lands after a strong beginning. We’ll focus more on how you open the conversation and connect with how your buyer thinks so that closing never feels like a wrestling match. 

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