Want to build instant rapport with your audience—without feeling fake or forced?

In this episode of the Sales Maven Show, host Nikki Rausch reveals how to quickly connect with groups during presentations. Drawing from her NLP background and years of experience, Nikki unpacks the subtle but powerful ways to create a sense of safety, respect, and engagement from the moment you take the stage.

You’ll learn how to pace and lead effectively, why positive acknowledgment matters, and how to avoid common missteps that can alienate your audience. Whether you're speaking to a small team or a packed room, these practical tips will help you win over the group and communicate with confidence.

Timestamps:

• 00:43 Introduction to the Sales Maven Show

• 00:53 Overcoming Presentation Fears

• 02:23 Creating Safety Through Pacing and Leading

• 04:23 Engaging the Audience Respectfully

• 07:40 The Importance of Positive Acknowledgment

• 08:36 A Counter Example: What Not to Do

• 15:52 Practical Tips for Winning Over a Group

• 18:32 Conclusion and Call to Action

Nikki invites you to join the Sales Maven Society. Take advantage of this opportunity to work together with you and Nikki. Bring your questions, concerns, and sales situations; she provides answers and guidance. Join the Sales Maven Society here, click Join Today, and then checkout and use coupon code 47trial to get your first month for $47.00!

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What does it really take to live an aligned life—one where your personal and professional goals support each other instead of compete?

In this episode of the Sales Maven Show, host Nikki Rausch is joined by bestselling author, book strategist, and coach Stacy Ennis to unpack what it means to live and work intentionally. Drawing from her global lifestyle and extensive publishing background, Stacy shares practical strategies for designing a choiceful life—one that aligns with your values, energy, and aspirations.

Nikki and Stacy explore the power of intentional decision-making, boundary-setting, and wellness practices that fuel sustainable success. They dive into how to attract ideal clients, maintain momentum through rejection, and the value of celebrating wins both big and small. Stacy also reflects on her transformative TEDx experience and the freedom that comes from building a life rooted in purpose and clarity.

This episode is full of actionable insights for entrepreneurs, leaders, and creatives looking to align their business with the life they truly want.

Timestamps:
00:43 Introduction to the Sales Maven Show
01:19 Meet Stacy Ennis: Bestselling Author and Book Strategist
02:54 Discovering Common Ground: Idaho Connections
04:35 The Impact of Travel on Personal Growth
06:59 Challenges and Adventures of Living Abroad
09:27 Designing a Choiceful Life: Insights and Strategies
14:60 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
22:28 Embracing European Work-Life Balance
24:04 Attracting the Right Clients
26:58 Pursuing Dreams and Overcoming Rejections
28:09 Transformative TEDx Experience
32:59 The Importance of Personal Wellness
38:53 Celebrating Wins and Team Culture
41:25 Exciting Developments in Business
42:37 Connecting with Stacy

Learn more about Stacy and her work at www.stacyennis.com

Nikki invites you to join the Sales Maven Society. Take advantage of this opportunity to work together with you and Nikki. Bring your questions, concerns, and sales situations; she provides answers and guidance. Join the Sales Maven Society here, click Join Today, and then checkout and use coupon code 47trial to get your first month for $47.00!

For more actionable sales tips, download the FREE Closing The Sale Ebook.

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Are your business proposals closing the deal—or costing you clients?

In this on-air coaching episode of the Sales Maven Show, host Nikki Rausch welcomes long-time client and email strategist Kathy Farah for a deep dive into improving sales conversations and conversions. Kathy specializes in helping high-level coaches and consultants build email systems that boost revenue, save time, and nurture relationships.

Together, they unpack what makes business proposals work—especially how to structure them with three clear options, avoid overwhelming jargon, and follow up with strategic “circle back” calls. Nikki also coaches Kathy on asking stronger discovery questions and positioning offers more effectively. You'll hear real-time coaching, actionable strategies, and insights into how small tweaks can make a big impact.

Whether you're pitching services or refining your offer, this episode is packed with practical guidance to help you close more sales with confidence.

Timestamps:
00:43 Welcome to the Sales Maven Show
00:52 Introducing Kathy Farah
01:38 Kathy's Email Marketing Expertise
03:10 The Importance of Email Lists
06:27 Common Mistakes in Email Marketing
11:20 Adapting to Client Needs
13:05 Effective Proposal Strategies
21:32 Affordable Training for Better Discovery
21:57 Crafting Effective Proposals
24:15 The Importance of Circle Back Calls
27:11 Avoiding Jargon in Proposals
31:20 Implementing Strategies for Success
32:30 Personal Insights and Contact Information

Connect with Kathy Farah:
🔗 Free Resource: Re-Engage Your List
🔗 Kathy on LinkedIn

Nikki invites you to join the Sales Maven Society. Take advantage of this opportunity to work together with you and Nikki. Bring your questions, concerns, and sales situations; she provides answers and guidance. Join the Sales Maven Society here, click Join Today, and then checkout and use coupon code 47trial to get your first month for $47.00!

For more actionable sales tips, download the FREE Closing The Sale Ebook.

Nikki Rausch

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Sales Maven Society

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