Episode 75 - Mastering Connections: The Hidden Key to Sales Success with Devin Sizemore

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads, I sit down with Devin Sizemore, a master connector and sales strategist, to talk about how relationship-building, follow-up, and focusing on what you can control can transform your sales game. Devin shares incredible stories from his career, including how long-term follow-up turned a lost deal into his wealthiest client ever. We cover: ✅ The fortune in the follow-up – why persistence wins in sales ✅ Why networking beats cold outreach every time ✅ How to create a system that generates referrals on autopilot ✅ The #1 mindset shift every salesperson needs to make ✅ How to stop chasing and start attracting the right buyers If you want to turn your network into your biggest sales asset, build relationships that create massive opportunities, and eliminate the emotional roller coaster of sales, this episode is for you. Key Takeaways from This Episode 1. Follow-Up Wins More Deals Than Any Sales Tactic 🔹 Devin’s biggest client came from a long-term follow-up strategy, not a one-call close. 🔹 Even after hiring a competitor, the client came back because Devin kept in touch without being pushy. 🔹 Sales takeaway: Nurture your relationships—your persistence will pay off. 2. Never Judge a Prospect by Their Cover 🔹 Devin nearly skipped a meeting at a motel in a bad part of town, only to discover the prospect was one of the wealthiest business owners he’d ever met. 🔹 First impressions aren’t always accurate—the guy in cargo shorts might be a multi-millionaire. 🔹 Sales takeaway: Treat every connection with respect—you never know where an opportunity will come from. 3. Focus on Relationships, Not Transactions 🔹 "Everyone wants to buy, but no one wants to be sold." 🔹 When you focus on genuine alignment, clients pull out their credit card without needing to be "closed". 🔹 Sales takeaway: Stop selling. Start helping. Buyers will make the decision for themselves. 4. Leverage Referral Partners Instead of Chasing Clients 🔹 Most sales pros focus on finding one client at a time—Devin focuses on finding the people who can introduce him to dozens. 🔹 Instead of just seeking referrals, seek relationships with high-value connectors who can keep sending you business. 🔹 Sales takeaway: Stop looking for single sales—start building networks that feed you forever. 5. Control What You Can Control 🔹 The emotional roller coaster of sales comes from focusing on things you can’t control, like whether someone buys. 🔹 What you can control: ✅ How many meetings you book ✅ How often you follow up ✅ How you nurture relationships 🔹 Sales takeaway: Measure success by actions, not just outcomes. Expanded Insights & Strategies How to Turn a Cold Lead into a Closed Deal Devin lost a client because they didn’t see the value in his service—but he didn’t give up. Instead, he refined his process, followed up, and later closed that same client weeks later. 💡 Try This: If a prospect says no, don’t just move on—stay in their world, educate, and show your value. The Secret to Eliminating Sales Stress Sales can feel like an emotional roller coaster—but only if you focus on things you can’t control. 💡 Pro Tip: Instead of stressing about your close rate, ask: 👉 "How many meaningful conversations am I having per week?" 👉 "Am I consistently following up and adding value?" Shifting your focus to what you can control will make sales more predictable—and less stressful. Devin’s Advice for Salespeople "Control what you can control. Stop stressing over things outside your power. If you focus on your process, the results will take care of themselves." How to Connect with Devin Sizemore Want to learn Devin’s exact system for networking, referrals, and sales success? 📖 Book: Connection Expansion – Available on Amazon in paperback, hardcover, ebook, and audiobook. 🔗 Website: https://www.devonsizemore.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dpsizemore 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devinsizemore 📺 Trainings & Webinars: Find free resources and sales tips on his website. Call The Damn Leads 🔥 By sales professionals, for sales professionals. Join Drewbie Wilson each week for high-energy stories, proven tactics, and expert insights to help you crush your sales game. 🎙 Want to be a guest? Share your story at https://callthedamnleads.com/pages/podcast 📲 Follow Drewbie for more sales content: ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drewbierides ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthedamnleads