Paul Reilly is a speaker, sales trainer, and author of the book Selling Through Tough Times: Grow Your Profits and Mental Resilience Through Any Downturn. He is also the host of The Q and A Sales Podcast.

In this episode, Paul gives tips on developing a positive first response in the face of adversity, in order to become more resilient and open ourselves up to more opportunities. 

Here are some of the topics covered in this episode:

• Why selling has never been easy
• How tough times can lead to an opportunity
• Be aware of tough time signals
• Tips on building a resilient mindset when times are at their hardest

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Paul is a student of sales, and the mission of his training company is to help salespeople compete more profitably by selling on value, not price. Paul’s first sales job was in high school selling car washes. He sold jewelry and painting services in college. Paul sold propane for Ferrell Gas—the exact same product as all of the other competitors. He also sold tools and fasteners for Hilti in the construction and petrochemical industry. Finally, Paul sold medical equipment before getting into the training and speaking business. He’s experienced and overcome many of the same difficulties you may be experiencing now.

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