Same Side Selling Podcast

Updated: 07 Nov 2025 • 386 episodes
www.IanAltman.com

B2B selling expert, Ian Altman hosts the Same Side Selling podcast. Organizations rely on Ian to modernize their sales approach to achieve business growth. Ian draws on his experience as a former CEO of two decades to help people and organizations dramatically grow revenue. The Same Side Selling podcast features sales and business topics, as well as insight from industry leaders with proven success. Ian interviews some of the brightest minds who share proven methods to help YOU achieve success and grow revenue with integrity. Tune-in for inspiration, entertainment, and especially actionable takeaway messages that can drive remarkable results. Discover more at http://www.IanAltman.com

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Rod Neuenschwander discusses his new book, "From Crisis to Clarity," which details his journey after John Ruland's passing. Rod explains the four-part framework he developed: a clear purpose statement, a go-forward operating plan, a financial plan, and a team plan, all fitting on one page. This framework helped Giftolo

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Ian Altman and Neen James discuss Neen's latest book, "Exceptional Experiences," which explores creating luxury-level experiences in sales to build deeper client relationships and grow revenue. Neen identifies four luxury mindsets: Reluctant and Removed (28%), Pro Prioritizer (22%), Confident and Content (28%), and Lux

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Ian Altman discusses common mistakes in long-term sales engagements, emphasizing that sellers often focus on price concessions rather than mutual benefits. He highlights that longer engagements can attract more stable, permanent talent, benefiting both parties. Altman suggests presenting long-term deals as mutually ben

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Ian Altman discusses common mistakes in long-term sales engagements, emphasizing that sellers often focus on price concessions rather than mutual benefits. He highlights that longer engagements can attract more stable, permanent talent, benefiting both parties. Altman suggests presenting long-term deals as mutually ben

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Mike Greene, CEO of Air Control Products (ACP), discussed the company's growth from $12 million to nearly $100 million in sales. ACP, an HVAC manufacturer's rep, focuses on commercial projects and emphasizes project management and customer relationships. Greene credits his team's curiosity and continuous learning, alon

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Ian Altman discusses the common oversights in channel sales teams, emphasizing that top performers excel in sales skills rather than product knowledge. He suggests that product launches should focus on market demand, problem-solving, and customer needs rather than just features. Altman recommends gathering feedback on

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