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The Story Behind The Closers | The Sales Books That Changed Selling Forever (Part 2)
Ben Gay III and Denise Griffitts continue their conversation about the history, influence, and enduring lessons of The Closers series.
What makes a sales book worth reading decades after it was written? And why do some lessons stay with us long after the presentation, the conversation, or the sale is over?
In this episode of The Closers Inner Circle, Ben shares more of the stories behind his legendary sales books, including the unexpected teacher who discovered his talent for writing and speaking and gave him a technique he still uses today.
We explore why storytelling is one of the most powerful tools in selling, what Ben learned from legendary speakers Zig Ziglar, Og Mandino, and Bill Gove, and why practice is essential to becoming an effective communicator.
Ben also explains the importance of understanding personality differences, adapting your approach to the person in front of you, and knowing when a prospect's answer really is no.
Denise admits to being a proud victim of Ben's own sales infiltration techniques, which is how she ended up becoming his Wednesday co-host!
From the origins of The Closers to the principles that continue to influence generations of sales professionals, this is a conversation about experience, preparation, human behavior, and the art of communicating effectively.
Plus: Ben reveals the section of The Closers, Part 2 that he considers some of his best writing on selling and explains why today's sales professionals should read it.
Whether you're a seasoned salesperson, business owner, entrepreneur, speaker, or someone who simply wants to become a better communicator, there's plenty here to think about.
The books are still selling. The lessons are still relevant. And Ben Gay III still has a story to tell. Find Ben's books through Ronzone Books on eBay.
SPONSORED BY: Today's episode is sponsored by The Rehearsal Studio.
Preparing for an important conversation takes practice. The Rehearsal Studio uses AI-powered conversations to help you rehearse, sharpen your delivery, handle objections, and receive feedback before the real thing.
There are three dedicated practice studios: Podcast, Leadership, and Sales. In fact, the Sales Studio was inspired by my co-host, Ben Gay III, and the timeless sales principles behind The Closers.
Whether you're preparing to close a sale, appear on a podcast, or handle a challenging leadership conversation, The Rehearsal Studio gives you a place to practice in private before you perform in public.
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Bringing the American Revolution to Life Through Historical Fiction: Lori Piotrowski and the Molly Weston Chronicles
Lori Piotrowski is a writer with a fascinating and varied professional background. She holds a master's degree in Romance Languages from The Ohio State University and spent more than twenty years teaching Spanish and Portuguese to college-aged students.
Her career has also taken her through publishing, corporate communications, architectural photography, and public relations.
But one thread has remained consistent throughout her life: a love of books and reading. Lori credits her parents with encouraging that love from an early age. They made reading a family tradition, turning off the television each evening and spending time with books. Lori began building her own library as a young girl, saving her allowance to purchase books through the Scholastic Reader program.
That lifelong appreciation for reading eventually became part of her own work as an author.
Her historical fiction explores the American Revolution and the people who lived through one of the most consequential periods in our nation's history.
Today, we're going to talk about Lori's Molly Weston Chronicles, her approach to bringing the American Revolution to life through historical fiction, the challenges of blending real historical events with fictional characters, and why the stories of women who lived during this pivotal period deserve greater attention, particularly as we reflect on America's 250th anniversary.
Here are Lori's connections:
Website: loripiotrowski.com
LinkedIn: Lori Piotrowski
Instagram: @loripiotrowski
Threads: @loripiotrowski
You can also find her book, Revolutionary Spirit: The Molly Weston Chronicles, through her website and on Amazon.
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What's Right with America offers a timely reminder of what has made this country exceptional and why there is still good reason to believe in its future. You can find this book on Amazon.

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Today’s guest on Your Partner In Success Radio is Garrett Gunderson, an entrepreneur, author, and financial thinker who helps people build wealth with less stress and more clarity.

In his newest book, Money Unmasked, Garrett explores a powerful idea: that our relationship with money is shaped just as much by our beliefs and language as it is by our strategies and spreadsheets. He challenges the scarcity mindset that keeps so many people stuck, and he shows how the stories we tell ourselves about money can either limit us or set us free.

Garrett brings his signature blend of humor, storytelling, and practical insight to a topic that’s often intimidating, making money feel both understandable and actionable. If you’ve ever wanted to rethink how you earn, keep, and grow wealth, this conversation is going to give you a fresh perspective.

Connect with Garrett: Website | Instagram | YouTube

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Before The Closers Became the Sales Bibles: The Story Behind Ben Gay III's Legendary Books
In this episode of The Closers Inner Circle Podcast, Denise Griffitts and Ben Gay III go back to the beginning of The Closers. Before the books became known as the sales bibles and influenced generations of sales professionals, there was a worn, falling-apart book that caught Ben's attention. 
We explore where he was, what prompted him to buy it, how that discovery led to writing The Closers, Part 1 and Part 2, and when he realized he had created something that would leave a lasting mark on the world of professional selling.
Get your 'The Closers books' at Ronzone Books on eBay: https://www.ebay.com/str/ronzonebooks. Your order arrives with free expeditated shipping and are signed and dated by Ben himself.
SPONSOR: Today's episode is sponsored by Jennifer Jensen, author of Developing Authentic Leaders and my co-founder at TheUnFairAI.com.
Through Authentic Leader, Jennifer helps organizations develop stronger leaders and more effective teams through personalized guidance and proven leadership strategies.
At TheUnFairAI.com, Jennifer and I help established experts, authors, coaches, and business professionals discover how to use AI strategically to strengthen their expertise, expand their reach, and stay competitive without losing the human element.
Learn more at AuthenticLeader.ca and TheUnFairAI.com.
 

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Rethinking Affordable Housing: Peter de Krassel on Solutions for a Changing World 
My guest today on Your Partner In Success Radio is Peter de Krassel, founder of Custom Maid® Books, author, strategic thought leader, consultant, and contemporary social commentator. Peter is an American real estate attorney and political activist whose career and life have taken him well beyond the traditional boundaries of law and business. With a longstanding interest in international affairs, particularly the political and economic systems of the United States and China, he brings a distinctive perspective shaped by decades of experience and firsthand exposure to different cultures. Since 1998, he has lived in Hong Kong, Manila, and Shanghai.
Today, we're going to turn our attention to one of the most pressing challenges facing individuals and communities: affordable housing. We'll explore his book, Custom-Maid Housing for New World Disorder, his proposal for making housing more accessible, and the work of his nonprofit, Breaking Housing Matters.
🌐 Custom Maid Books: custommaidbooks.com
🏠 Breaking Housing Matters: breakinghousingmatters.org
📚 Peter's Books on Amazon: amazon.com — Peter G. De Krassel
Sponsored By: Today's episode is sponsored by Frederick Fisher, J.D., CCP, author of Claims-Made Insurance: The Policy That Changed the Industry.
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Frederick's book takes a closer look at the history, structure, and impact of this important type of coverage.
You can find Claims-Made Insurance on Amazon. Thank you, Frederick, for supporting Your Partner In Success Radio.

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