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Prepare To Win

Prepare To Win

Hosted by David Lowe and Grace Lupoi

Episodes

38

Latest episode

Apr 2026

Language

EN-US

About the show

Welcome to "Prepare to Win" – a weekly podcast hosted by sales coaches David Lowe and Grace Lupoi, from Automotive Sales Coach. Dive deep into the art and science of selling with a twist! We're not just talking about techniques to drive sales; we're diving into the life principles that drive excellence. Using the mantra "Better Today Than Yesterday", David and Grace walk you through the importance of pursuing excellence in both your personal and professional lives. Whether you're an automotive sales professional, or someone just looking for a dose of inspiration and tangible tips, this podcast is for you. Let’s embark on a journey of self-improvement, where the ultimate win is a life filled with joy, peace, and satisfaction. https://preparetowin.com

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April 23, 2026Episode 124 min

How a Top Toyota GM Gets 10x ROI on Sales Training

Eric Sarjeant, GM of a 300-400 car/month Toyota dealership, breaks down the weekly rhythm and manager-led training discipline that delivers a 10x ROI on the Dealership Playbook.In this episode of Prepare to Win, David Lowe sits down with Eric Sarjeant (GM, Ed Martin Toyota Noblesville) to walk through the concrete practices that run a top-performing store:• The Four Pillars of Leadership — implemented, not just taught• A weekly operating rhythm that takes about 4 hours to run• Saturday all-hands meetings driven from a single email on three 85-inch TVs• Live AI roleplay in front of 30 people during Tuesday–Friday huddles• The 10x ROI rule — and the math that clears it on PVR alone• Why "the pace of the leader is the pace of the pack" changes everything• How a manager-led culture beats the traditional "push it down to sales" modelIf you're a GM, sales manager, or dealer principal looking for a reference implementation of what daily training discipline actually looks like in a high-volume store — this is it.🔗 Resources:- Book a Strategy Session: https://automotivesalescoach.com/lets-talk- Visit: https://automotivesalescoach.com📧 Questions? team@automotivesalescoach.com---David Lowe is the founder of Automotive Sales Coach and creator of The Dealership Playbook — a daily training system used by dealerships to build consistent sales culture. With decades in automotive retail, David's approach focuses on implementation over information, helping dealerships generate meaningful, measurable growth in gross and culture.© Automotive Sales Coach | automotivesalescoach.comConnect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

February 20, 2025Episode 117 min

Overcoming: Another Dealer Offered More For My Trade

In this episode, we walk through a real-life deal and show how to turn a price fight into a value-based conversation. You’ll learn a simple way to move buyers past the money talk and into the benefits they truly want. Transform your dealership’s performance in 2025—schedule a free call with David or sign up for a trial of the Dealership Playbook at:https://preparetowin.com/lets-get-back-to-basics/Connect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

July 21, 2024Episode 3617 min

Overcoming Objections: 4 Negotiation Mistakes Every Sales Person Makes

Learn about the 4 biggest negotiating mistakes that we see sales people make all the time. We teach you how to avoid them to improve your negotiation skills and close more deals. Whether you're new to sales or looking to enhance your negotiation, this training will provide valuable insights to help you succeed in your sales career.Connect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

July 14, 2024Episode 3518 min

Overcoming Objections: "I Want More for My Trade"

Learn how to overcome the common objection of "I want more for my trade" in sales negotiations. Master the art of selling with these tips!Connect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

July 7, 2024Episode 3414 min

Overcoming Objections With The Power of Focus

Learn how to handle objections in sales with the power of focus. In this video, we'll share tips and strategies to help you overcome objections and close the deal. The key is to stop looking at the obstacles at your feet and keep your eyes on the goals in front of you!Connect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

June 30, 2024Episode 3312 min

Overcoming Objections: "I'm Just Looking"

We know that buyers are fearful of buying the wrong car, paying too much, and being pressured. They often times act on their fears by giving objections, such as "I'm Just Looking." On today's episode, tune in to listen and learn about how to best overcome this objection using Empathy and Logic. Connect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

June 23, 2024Episode 3213 min

Overcoming Objections: "What's Your Best Price?"

On today's episode of 'Prepare to Win', join David Lowe as he continues through the Overcoming Objections series.  "What's your best price?" is a common objection we hear everyday. Tune in as David walks through the psychology behind this objection, and even better, how to overcome this objection by redirecting to value and desire! Connect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

June 16, 2024Episode 3116 min

Overcoming Objections: "I Just Want My Trade Number"

When you meet a buyer who is solely focused on their trade-in value, it's important to understand what's really going on beneath the surface. There's no one-size-fits-all solution for dealing with trade-in valuations. Instead, it's about developing the mindset and skills of a master sales professional who can adapt to any situation. In today's episode, we've got you covered!Connect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

June 9, 202416 min

Overcoming Objections: "I've Got Your Deal Beat"

Join us on 'Prepare to Win' as David Lowe and Grace Lupoi begin a new series: Answering 10 Toughest Sales Problems! It's going to be great. On this episode, tune in as David and Grace discuss the common objection, "I've got your deal beat!" We know this objection tends to be a half truth. Learn how to overcome this with excellence and secure your deal! Connect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

June 2, 2024Episode 2911 min

What Are You Thankful For? Transform Your World With Positive Habits

Join David Lowe on this episode of 'Prepare to Win' as he talks about the important topic of habit formation. Shifting to a positive perspective has the potential to transform your entire approach to life and success! Connect with us at https://preparetowin.comCall or Text David @ 765-560-7338

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