LinkedIn to Lockdown Deals with Schuyler Williamson
What happens when the U.S. Army hits your inbox with a multimillion-dollar real estate request? If you're Schuyler Williamson, you say yes, act fast, and close the deal with calm, confident leadership.
In this episode, I sit down with Schuyler—West Point grad, real estate expert, and author of The Steady Leader. We dive deep into what it means to serve instead of sell, how to leverage LinkedIn for massive opportunities, and why firing a bad-fit client might be the best decision you make all year. Whether you're in real estate, coaching, or closing B2B deals, the principles Schuyler shares are pure gold.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
🏡 The Army Real Estate Deal That Started with a DM
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How a single LinkedIn message turned into a career-high payday
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Why positioning yourself as a thought leader builds inbound deal flow
✍️ Content That Converts (Without Clickbait)
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How Schuyler’s daily journaling habit turned into a powerful lead magnet
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What to post if you hate selfies and salesy content
💼 Consultant Over Closer: Redefining Sales
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Why trying to close every lead is a losing strategy
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How to use questioning to qualify and elevate your value
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When to walk away from a deal—and still win
⏱️ Boundaries, Deadlines & Emotional Intelligence in Sales
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Handling "looky-loo" clients and setting expectations like a pro
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The art of compassionate confrontation: how to protect your time without burning bridges
🚀 Advice for New Sales Pros
“Grow your database every day, communicate with your database every day, and follow up with opportunities. You don’t even have to be good at sales—sheer numbers will take care of it.”
– Schuyler Williamson
🔗 How To Connect With Schuyler Williamson
📱 Follow Schuyler on LinkedIn
➡️ linkedin.com/in/schuylerwilliamson
📖 Check Out His Book – The Steady Leader
➡️ www.thesteadyleader.com
🌐 Visit His Website for More
➡️ www.schuylerwilliamson.com
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“By sales professionals, for sales professionals.” Each week, Drewbie Wilson, a sales vet with 20+ years in the game, brings you humor, real-world stories, and powerful strategies to help you excel in your sales career.
Expect a wild mix of:
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Real Sales Stories: Tales that entertain and inspire
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Proven Tactics: Practical tips for boosting your sales game
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Humor and Energy: Fun takes on the ups and downs of sales life
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Expert Advice: Learn from seasoned pros across different fields
Whether you’re in sales, an entrepreneur, or just looking to grow your business skills, don’t miss out on these invaluable lessons and entertaining stories.
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