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The REthink Sales Show

The REthink Sales Show

Hosted by: Jim Shorkey

A podcast dedicated to discussing the practical solutions to becoming a Goal Achiever rather than lofty ideals.

Episodes

What I’d Say If I Had to Sell This Right Now

Season #7

Great salespeople don’t rely on memorized scripts—they understand how to think in real time. I walk through exactly how I would approach a sale from start to close. Grab your free copy of my weekly discipline journal,...
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Ready for the Storm (Before It Hits)

Season #7

Storms are part of life and business—I don’t get to avoid them. I talk about why wise leaders don’t ignore that reality, but prepare for it with faith, discipline, and clarity. Not fear-driven—but grounded, steady,...
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The Best Investment I Ever Made (That Wasn’t Obvious)

Season #7

Not all great investments look impressive on paper. Jim shares one of the best investments he’s made—whether it was in people, systems, or long-term strategy—and why it paid off more than expected. Grab your free copy...
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When I Trusted My Gut — And I Was Wrong

Season #7

Every leader talks about trusting their instincts—but what happens when your gut is wrong? Jim shares a decision he made based on instinct that didn’t work out, and how it reshaped the way he balances intuition with...
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The Worst Sales Advice I Ever Followed

Season #7

Early in his career, Jim followed a piece of sales advice that everyone swore by—but it nearly cost him an important relationship and forced him to rethink how selling actually works.
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The Unexpected Benefit of Saying “No” to a Customer

Season #7

Most salespeople believe they should always say yes to customers—but Jim shares a story where telling a customer “no” actually strengthened the relationship and led to better long-term results.
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Why Walmart Won and Kmart Lost

Season #7

At one time, Kmart was actually ahead of Walmart. So why did Walmart eventually dominate while Kmart declined? In this episode, Jim uses his experience building businesses and leading organizations to break down the...
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The Salesperson I Almost Fired

Season #7

Jim tells the story of a struggling salesperson he nearly let go—until something made him pause. That decision changed both their careers and taught Jim a valuable lesson about recognizing potential and coaching...
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Cash Flow vs Profit — What Business Owners Get Wrong

Season #7

Many businesses show a profit on paper but still struggle to survive. In this episode, Jim breaks down the difference between profit and cash flow, why cash flow often matters more, and how business owners should pay...
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What Happens After a Great Group Talk (That Nobody Sees) Description

Season #7

The real impact of a powerful group session happens after the applause — in conversations, reflection, and changed behavior. Grab your free copy of Jim's weekly discipline journal, a practical worksheet to help you...
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The One Question I Ask in 1-on-1s That Changes Everything

Season #7

One simple question that consistently unlocks clarity, ownership, and growth in high-performing people. Grab your free copy of Jim's weekly discipline journal, a practical worksheet to help you achieve your life's...
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The Moment I Knew 1-on-1 Coaching Actually Works

Season #7

A real moment that showed me why personal coaching creates clarity, honesty, and real change that group settings often can’t.
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