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Sales as Service
Sales as Service is the podcast for consultants, agency owners, and service-based founders who want to grow their businesses without feeling awkward about sales. If you've ever thought, "I hate selling," or wondered how to get more clients, this show is for you.
We make sales simple and approachable with practical advice on topics like:
- Creating opportunities instead of waiting for referrals
- Building relationships through outreach that doesn't feel pushy
- Developing the habits and systems that create a steady pipeline
- Growing your business with confidence, consistency, and integrity
This isn't about pressure tactics, bro marketing, or convincing people to buy.
It's about serving, solving problems, and building genuine relationships that lead to sustainable business growth.
Listen in to discover how a simple shift in perspective can create a lasting change in your business.
Sales as Service
[RE-RELEASE] Turning Conversations into Clients with Nelson Dickson
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In this episode, I talk with Nelson Dickson, founder of C3 Creations, about the power of relationships in sales.
Nelson shares how he built his marketing brokerage by focusing on genuine connections rather than transactions. As a self-described introvert, he changed his approach to networking by asking "How can I help?" instead of "What can I get?"
Key takeaways:
- 60-70% of Nelson's business comes from referrals
- Shift your mindset from collecting business cards to making real connections
- Give more value than you gain
- Be authentic - people can spot "quota breath" from a mile away
- Don't be afraid to stand out (like wearing silly Christmas suits!)
Nelson also recommends consistent content posting and doing a yearly "relationship audit" to strengthen connections that matter.
This week's challenge: Take 15 minutes to reconnect with one contact - no pitch, no agenda, just genuine connection.
Want to connect with Nelson? Find him on LinkedIn or visit c3creations.com.
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Tam Smith is the founder of Studio Three 49 and a professional conversation starter. She helps service-based founders stop waiting for referrals and start creating opportunities through genuine conversations.
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Produced by KNWN Media. Executive Producer: Jess Milanes.