It's Not the Leads, the Market, or the Manager—It's YOU.

Presentation Breakdown (45 mins)

Title Slide

    Main Title

    Present the core message: It's not external factors—it's personal accountability.

    Purpose

    Grab attention by addressing common sales excuses.

    Key Hook

    Emphasize that the real problem is internal and fixable.

    Branding

    Incorporate the EASYCE.CA logo for professional branding.

    Let's Get Real

      Common Excuse

      Identify the myth: 'You don't have a leads problem. You have a YOU problem.'

      Real Issue

      Highlight that excuses like 'The leads are cold' are misconceptions.

      Good News

      Stress that the internal problem is fixable with the right approach.

      Call for Honesty

      Encourage self-reflection on personal role in sales outcomes.

      Sales Isn't Broken—You Might Be

        Top Producers' Secret

        Explain that top performers succeed with the same leads due to mindset.

        Real Disparity

        Note that in the same company, one agent thrives while another fails because of habits and ownership.

        Not Luck

        Clarify that success stems from mindset, not external luck or tools.

        Key Insight

        Emphasize personal responsibility as the differentiator.

        The 5 Faces in the Mirror

          First Face

          The Excuse Maker: Blames everything on external factors.

          Second Face

          The Overthinker: Gets stuck in planning and avoids action.

          Third Face

          The Doubter: Lacks belief in themselves or the product.

          Fourth Face

          The Chaser: Stays busy but ineffective, confusing motion with progress.

          The 5 Faces in the Mirror (Continued)

            Fifth Face

            The Ghost: Avoids hard work, shows up inconsistently, and disappears when needed.

            Self-Question

            Prompt honesty: Which face do you see most in yourself?

            Impact

            Discuss how these personas lead to self-sabotage in sales.

            Reflection Exercise

            Encourage recognition of these patterns for personal growth.

            What It Sounds Like...

              Excuse Maker Phrase

              Example: 'I just need better leads.'

              Overthinker Phrase

              Example: 'I'll call them next week when I'm more prepared.'

              Doubter Phrase

              Example: 'People just aren't buying right now.'

              Chaser Phrase

              Example: 'I'm so busy!' and its Ghost counterpart: 'Sorry, I missed that training.'

              Flip the Script on Yourself

                Old Script Example

                Negative self-talk: 'Leads suck' or 'I'm overwhelmed.'

                New Script Example

                Positive shift: 'How can I be better on the phone?' or 'What are my top 3 actions today?'

                Core Principle

                Results change through mindset, not external factors.

                Practical Tip

                Start by altering how you talk to yourself daily.

                Self-Coaching Beats Management

                  Manager's Role

                  Managers guide, but can't do the work for you.

                  Self-Coaching Need

                  Become your own coach by setting standards and tracking performance.

                  Adjustment Strategy

                  Regularly adjust your game based on self-assessment.

                  Empowerment Message

                  Own your development for long-term success.

                  Own Your Day

                    Non-Negotiables

                    Start with essential tasks like calls, follow-ups, and pipeline work.

                    Time Blocking

                    Block time for key activities as if your income depends on it.

                    Prioritize Hard Tasks

                    Do challenging work first, not last.

                    Pro vs. Amateur

                    Pros follow a plan; amateurs wait for motivation.

                    Your Daily Mirror Check

                      Key Question

                      Ask daily: 'Would I hire me today?'

                      Self-Evaluation

                      Reflect on whether you showed up and did what you promised.

                      Pushing Through

                      Assess if you pushed through discomfort.

                      Honest Feedback

                      Decide if you'd fire yourself or give a raise based on performance.

                      Call to Action

                        Weekly Challenge

                        Identify one 'face in the mirror' you're letting dominate.

                        Change Tactics

                        Call it out and alter your self-talk and plan.

                        Get Uncomfortable

                        Push yourself to embrace discomfort for growth.

                        Empowering Close

                        Remind that you can save yourself—no one else will.