Dave Kahle Wisdom

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.

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How to Navigate Difficult Times

We are in the middle of some difficult times.  Rather than belabor that point, I'd like to come to the heart of the problem:  What do we do?  We need to answer that question in an immediate, urgent basis:  What...

Are We Losing the Ability to Think?

I'm afraid for the future of our country. I'm afraid because I believe that the discipline of thinking before we act – in every circumstance and level of society -- is rapidly disappearing.  In its place, we are witnessing a...

Q&A from Listeners: How many Appointments, and How to Get an Appointment

In this podcast, I respond to two listeners questions:  One has to do with how many appointments a salesperson should make, and the other asks about being frustrated trying to get an appointment in an account.  My answers may surprise...

Questions to Ask Yourself — Part Two

There are two types of questions salespeople should use:  Questions to ask customers, and questions to ask yourself.  In this podcast, we drill deeper into questions to ask yourself and develop a routine and a set of questions that will...

Questions to Ask Yourself

A good question is one of the most powerful tools know to mankind.  It certainly is a salesperson's most powerful tool. In this podcast, I dig into questions that salespeople (and other professionals) should be asking themselves.  You may have...

How to Add Value to Every Sales Call

The rules have changed.  Now, you must add value to every sales call.  This article unpacks that idea and provides two specific techniques to add value to every sales call. Check out this episode!...

Is Integrity a Sales Strategy?

I believe that there are certainly practices in the business world where morality perfectly coincides with wise business.  Integrity is one such practice.  It is both good business as well as good morals. Here's why... You may also want to...

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