Are you ready to transform your leadership approach and sales psychology? I sat down with Mike Ferrell, author of 'Sell Like a Monk,' who walked me through his journey against the backdrop of the 2008 financial crisis, his takeaways on leadership, sales, virtues, and the toll sales can take on mental health. Mike's unique, person-centric perspective is sure to provide fresh insights and might even help reduce turnover.As we peeled back the layers of Mike's experiences, we delved into the principles of the Benedictine approach that guided him during his challenging times. Drawing from the Rule of Benedict, Mike shares a blueprint for leading through tough times. We examined how these principles could empower salespeople, leaders, and teams to thrive in the face of adversity. These principles are not just methods; they are a philosophy for life and work.We explored fascinating tools like the Values and Action Inventory and discussed Cameron's Heliotropic Effect - the idea that living things are drawn to positive energy. We also pondered over the distinction between leading and managing. The conversation was a refreshing take on how sales managers can transition from task management to leadership and coaching. By the end, Mike's Benedictine principles left us with tangible strategies and techniques to navigate personal and professional challenges and build stronger, healthier and more successful teams. Listen in and be part of this transformative journey!Be sure to listen all the way through to hear how to win a free copy of Mike's book, Sell Like a Monk.Mike's websiteSell Like a MonkThanks for listening in to the Uncommon Leader Podcast. Please take just a minute to share this podcast with that someone you know that you thought of when you heard this episode. One of the most valuable things you can do is to rate the podcast and leave a review. You can do that on Apple podcasts, or rate the podcast on Spotify or any other platform you listen. Did you know that many of the things that I discuss on the Uncommon Leader Podcast are subjects that I coach other leaders and organizations ? If you would be interested in having me discuss 1:1 or group coaching with you, or know someone who is looking to move from Underperforming to Uncommon in their business or life, I would love to chat with you. Click this link to set up a FREE CALL to discuss how coaching might benefit you and your team) Until next time, Go and Grow Champions!!Connect with me