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Practical Wisdom Blog by Dave Kahle

Podcasts and blog posts to help sales professionals and business executives sell better, lead better, and live better.

I’m glad you found your way here.

I’ve spent 30 years in the business trenches; it’s been full and fulfilling. In that time, I’ve been the number one salesperson in the country for two different companies in two different industries. I’ve written 13 books, spoken in 47 states and 11 countries, and personally and contractually worked with over 500 organizations. I’ve touched tens of thousands of people through my articles, podcasts, webinars and seminars.

On the personal side, my life has been full as well. Coleen and I have raised 5 children, helped with 19 foster children, and enjoy 14 grandchildren. I’ve been a father, a foster father, a stepfather, an adoptive father and a grandfather – and now you know why my hair is grey!

In all of this, my faith is very important to me, and provided me with my “Why” as well as a unique perspective.

As you might imagine, in all of this, I’ve learned a few things. I’ve made lots of mistakes and have had my share of success. And, while I’m still learning, I want to share with you some of the practical wisdom I’ve gained along the way.

You’ll find that some of my ideas will challenge you – as I tend to see things in non-conventional way. As you interact with what I share, you’ll find that some of your fondest beliefs and most comfortable paradigms may be in for revision.

Are you part of the problem or the solution?

We've all heard the numbers: Consumer confidence is down, retail sales are down.  And for many of us, the markets we serve are down, as well.  There is an important relationship to note here.  Confidence – an attitude – is...

Can You Use the 5% Principle to Grow Your Business?

We are all familiar with the Pareto principle, which, when applied to the world of sales, says that 80% of the business comes from 20% of the customers.    As a general rule, that 80/20 rule is accurate in lots of...

Are You Unemployed?

Have recent events left you unemployed?  I can empathize.  I have been there.  In my life, I've had three major periods of unemployment. I understand the uncertainty, anxiety and self-doubt that comes with that.  You just don't feel like life...

How to Create Long Term Goals

Successful people – and successful salespeople – routinely set goals.  In this podcast, we explain why and how.  You'll master a process you can use forever.   Check out this episode!...

Personal Finances for Commissioned Salespeople

Because a salesperson's income is often unpredictable, salespeople need to develop some disciplines and principles to guide their personal finances. This article lays provides some tips and techniques to manage your personal finances. Check out this episode!...

Difficult Times — The Gift of Down Time

In an earlier podcast, I suggested some strategies for effectively handling the changes wrought by the pandemic. In this one, I'm looking at your broader responsibilities. What about your business or organization?  Are there some things you should be doing...

What’s a Professional Salesperson?

Sales leaders often lament the lack of professionalism in the world of sales.  Unfortunately, there is not a standard for what it means to be a professional salesperson.  Let's take a close look at what a professional salesperson is and...

The First Law of Sales Presentations

:  In my first professional selling job, I learned a fundamental principle which  is all too often disregarded by sales people today.  The principle is this:  If you are going to present effectively, you must prepare thoroughly. Unfortunately, far too...

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