Ep 10: Mental Toughness in Selling with NFL Player Marques Ogden

In this episode of the Best Sellers Podcast, host Doug Dvorak interviews former NFL player and entrepreneur Marcus Ogden. The discussion centers around the importance of discipline, mental toughness, and resilience both in sports and sales. Marcus shares personal experiences from his NFL career and offers practical advice for sales professionals on handling setbacks, staying focused, and achieving long-term goals. Listeners gain insights into visualization techniques, the value of structure and routine, and strategies to thrive amid rejection and challenges. The episode provides actionable tips for salespeople looking to elevate their performance and maintain a success-oriented mindset.

01:39 Introducing Marcus Ogden
02:13 Developing Mental Toughness
02:37 The Importance of Focus
04:27 Daily Routine and Discipline
07:25 Handling Setbacks and Rejections
09:16 Visualization Techniques
12:09 Balancing Short-Term and Long-Term Goals
13:05 Teamwork and Culture in the NFL
15:07 The Role of Film Study and Analysis
18:05 Cultivating Resilience
19:22 Staying Calm and Focused


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