The #1 Problem Keeping Sellers Stuck (And How to Fix It)

The #1 Problem Every Seller Faces (And How to Finally Fix It)

It’s not quota.
It’s not pipeline.
It’s not your product or your comp plan.

The #1 problem I see in sellers—across every industry, every level, every coaching call—is the guilt and shame that comes from knowing you’re not trying your best.

You wake up with good intentions.
But you end the day feeling like you let yourself down—again.
You weren’t consistent. You weren’t fully focused. You weren’t your best.

And then you beat yourself up.
You carry that shame into your home life.
You’re not present.
You’re not happy.
You’re not experiencing the peace that comes from giving it your all.

This isn’t just a professional problem.
This is a life problem.

Why It Happens

Sales is one of the only careers where no one’s looking over your shoulder.
You have to manage your own time.
You have to drive your own results.
You have to be accountable to yourself.

And most people?
They lack systems.
They confuse busy with productive.
They’re bombarded by distractions.
And they avoid the hard things that actually move the needle—like prospecting, strategic planning, or asking customers tough questions.

So they spin their wheels.
They have a few great days… but can’t string a consistent week together.
And the result?
They feel like they’re failing—not because of the outcome, but because of their effort.

What It Costs You

  • You’re not present at home
  • You can’t relax on weekends
  • You feel anxious, behind, and stuck
    You lose confidence
  • You’re no longer enjoying the life you’re working so hard to build

The Way Out

The solution isn’t a new CRM or a better script.
It’s a complete shift in how you show up each day.

Here’s what you need:

  1. Clarity on who you want to be
    Morning affirmations to remind you who you’re becoming.
  2. Clarity on your goals and your why
    A deep sense of purpose to guide every action.
  3. Systems for organization, prioritization, and execution
    Time-blocking, goal setting, and weekly planning that actually work.
  4. Mentorship
    A proven playbook from someone who’s done it before.
  5. Community
    A group of high-performers to keep you focused, accountable, and supported.

Yes, you can figure all of this out on your own.
But if you could… you probably already would have.

That’s why I created Untap Your Sales Potential—a sales coaching program built to solve this exact problem.

It’s everything in one place:

✅ A clear playbook that’s helped hundreds of reps succeed
✅ Proven systems for time management and execution
✅ Coaching and mentorship from me
✅ A community of top performers (many making $1M+)
✅ And most importantly…The peace of mind that comes from knowing you’re finally giving your best

Because that’s the real win.

Not just the numbers.
But the self-satisfaction of knowing you’re showing up fully—for your work, your family, and your life.

If this message resonates, let’s talk.
No pressure, no pitch—just a free 45-minute call with my team to see if we can help.

👉 [Book a free call here]

You were made for more than guilt, shame, and burnout.
There is a better way.
Let’s find it—together.

– Ian

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