1. EachPod

How I sold myself into a new job

Author
Fred Copestake
Published
Thu 04 Sep 2025
Episode Link
https://throughpartnering.libsyn.com/how-i-sold-myself-into-a-new-job

What if a sudden layoff could lead to the career transition of a lifetime?

 

Meet Luis Alan, who after twenty years in IT, found himself navigating the thrilling world of tech sales at Deel. 

 

Through his personal journey from technical support in Costa Rica to unexpected roles on cruise ships, Luis turned a layoff in the oil and gas industry into a springboard for success in sales.

 

He shares how LinkedIn became his secret weapon and how skills acquired from IT played an essential role in reinventing his career path.

 

The episode unpacks the art of career transitions, revealing how strategic networking and self-reflection can become catalysts for professional growth.

 

We dive into the power of technology, with tools like ChatGPT, to reassess career goals and align them with personal strengths.

 

By focusing on quality over quantity in job applications and networking, you can effectively increase your visibility and open doors to new opportunities.

 

Learn how engaging meaningfully on platforms like LinkedIn can elevate your professional profile and lead to tangible career advancements.

 

Finally, we uncover the tactics to excel in the sales interview process and ensure sales success through practical collaboration strategies.

 

From personalised outreach to hiring managers to practicing cold calls with innovative tools, discover how to stand out in a competitive job market.

 

Aligning personal beliefs with company values not only fuels genuine motivation but also ensures job satisfaction.

 

Tune in to gain insights into mastering the competitive sales environment and maximising your potential through collaboration, preparation, and strategic networking.

 

--------- EPISODE CHAPTERS ---------

 

(00:00) - Sales Success Through Interview Preparation

(08:21) - Navigating Career Transitions Through Strategic Networking

(19:41) - Strategic Networking for Job Success

(25:35) - Mastering the Sales Interview Process

(34:49) - Maximising Sales Through Collaboration

 

Connect with Luis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-alan/

 

Follow me: https://linktr.ee/fredcopestake

 

Take the  Collaborative Selling Scorecard

https://collaborativeselling.scoreapp.com/

 

Watch this episode on YouTube

https://youtu.be/gc2iEhj_N4Q

Share to: