Faith, Funnels & Finding Your Fire with Nathan Newberry

In this episode of Call The Damn Leads, I sit down with a man who’s walked the walk—Nathan Newberry. From leading as a pastor to running a marketing agency, then crushing high-ticket sales and managing elite sales teams, Nathan brings a deeply grounded yet tactical perspective on what it really takes to win in this game.

If you're serious about building a sales career that actually feels good AND pays well, this is your episode. We dig into the internal work, the high-ticket frameworks, and the often-overlooked psychology that separates order-takers from sales pros.

Whether you're just starting out, rebuilding your mindset, or ready to scale a team, Nathan’s got something for you.

🔥 Episode Highlights

▪️Nathan’s wild transition from ministry to marketing to high-ticket sales

▪️What DirecTV sales at Walmart taught us about passion and posture

▪️Why your kids might be the best sales coaches you’ve ever had

▪️The 3 things every high-performing closer must have

▪️How to read people like a pro using NLP and sales psychology

▪️Why "just being present" in a sales call is a superpower

▪️The truth about inbound vs self-generated leads

▪️How to build a personal brand that pays you for life

▪️Tactical advice for negotiating better commissions

▪️The new definition of “high ticket” in 2025 and how to position yourself for it

💡 Key Takeaways

1. Know Who You Are

Success in sales starts with identity. If you don’t know what you stand for and who you’re serving, your energy won’t hit right. Sales swagger comes from internal clarity.

2. Conviction Closes Deals

If you don’t believe in what you’re selling, people will feel it. Period. Your passion is part of the pitch—if you’re not excited, why would they be?

3. Sales is Service

Coming from a place of service will always outperform commission-breath. Ask questions, dig deep, and help people solve real problems—without manipulation.

4. Lead Flow Matters

You want high-ticket deals? Make sure you’ve got inbound leads and a consistent pipeline. No leads = no opportunities to grow.

5. Learn the Psychology

Understanding how people think, speak, and respond (especially with NLP) gives you an unfair advantage. Words matter—but so do tonality and tempo.

6. Build a Brand Now

Your personal brand will outlast any product or company. Start showing up online and documenting the process—even if you’re just beginning.

7. Copywriting Is a Game-Changer

Want to write your own paycheck? Learn to write words that move people. Copywriting is sales on paper, and it multiplies your reach and revenue.

🔗 How To Connect With Nathan Newberry

📱 Follow Nathan on Instagram: https://instagram.com/nathan.newberry

🎁 DM him to get his FREE Sales Playbook
🎙️ Listen to his PODCAST: High Performance Podcast
📘 Be the first to read his upcoming BOOK: Going Pro
🌐 Website: https://nathannewberry.com

📣 Call The Damn Leads

“By sales professionals, for sales professionals.” Every week, I bring the heat with humor, real-world stories, and sales strategies to help you level up.

Expect a wild mix of:

• Real Sales Stories: That’ll entertain and inspire

• Proven Tactics: You can use TODAY to close more deals

• Expert Advice: From the best in sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship

• Raw Honesty: Because sugarcoating doesn’t help you grow
  
  

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