Duration of the online course: 5 hours and 52 minutes
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Build real sales skills fast with this free online course: prospecting, cold calls, objections, and closing so you can book more meetings and win clients.
In this free course, learn about
The 5-step buyer journey and how to align your sales process to it
Core principles of effective selling: value, empathy, clarity, and problem-solving
Cold calling best practices and what to avoid for higher connection and trust
How to write and memorize a cold call script for confidence and consistency
How to get past gatekeepers by treating them as allies and building rapport
Methods to overcome fear of cold calling using simple exposure and preparation steps
A framework to handle common objection categories and respond without being defensive
Sales psychology behind getting a 'yes' and reframing misconceptions about sales
LinkedIn lead generation: building a prospecting system and sending relevant messages
Video outreach to book meetings and increase reply rates with personalization
How to create relevance to boost close rates and reduce prospect complacency
Turning unsuitable prospects into consulting opportunities via positioning and diagnosis
Referral systems: incentivizing clients to become your sales team for new sign-ups
High-ticket closing and phone sales tactics, including powerful discovery questions
About the free online course
Starting in sales can feel overwhelming: what to say, who to contact, and how to move from an awkward first message to a confident close. This free online course is built for beginners who want a practical, repeatable approach to selling in today’s market, especially for service providers, e-commerce sellers, freelancers, and anyone responsible for bringing in new business. Instead of vague motivation, you’ll focus on actions that produce measurable results: better conversations, more booked meetings, and improved conversion rates.
You’ll learn how to tighten your sales process so prospects don’t slip through the cracks, and how to understand a buyer’s journey so your outreach matches what people need at each stage. The course also helps you communicate value without sounding pushy, using simple psychology that makes it easier for prospects to say yes while still feeling in control. If cold calling has ever made you freeze up, you’ll get a clear framework for making calls, creating a script you can actually use, and building confidence through small steps that reduce fear and hesitation.
Handling objections is another core skill: you’ll discover how to respond calmly to resistance, recognize what’s really being questioned, and keep momentum without getting defensive. You’ll also explore modern prospecting methods, including how to reach out on LinkedIn with messages that feel personal rather than spammy, plus video outreach to stand out and start warmer conversations. Practical strategies for getting past gatekeepers, earning buy-in from business owners through genuine interest, and staying resilient after rejection will help you maintain consistency without burnout.
As you progress, you’ll shift from simply contacting leads to improving relevance and asking stronger sales questions that uncover real pain points. You’ll see how to raise your close rate on the phone, book more meetings, and apply higher-ticket closing principles responsibly. Finally, you’ll learn how referrals can turn existing clients into a growth engine, helping you generate new opportunities without constantly starting from zero. By the end, you’ll have a clearer sales routine you can follow, whether you’re selling products online or offering professional services.
Course content
Video class: How to Perfect Your Sales Process and Increase Sales FAST!20m
Exercise: Which of the following accurately represents one of the five steps in a buyer's journey as explained by Jordan in the sales training?
Video class: How to Sell Anything to Anyone Anytime - Sales Training16m
Exercise: Which of the following statements best captures the essence of effective sales based on Jordan Platten's sales training?
Video class: Cold Calling Techniques That Really Work! (Cold Call Secrets)23m
Exercise: Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice when cold calling?
Video class: How to Write a Cold Call Script (STEP BY STEP)18m
Exercise: Why is memorizing a sales script considered advantageous in cold calling?
Video class: Overcoming Sales Objections - How to Handle Sales Objections CORRECTLY!15m
Exercise: Which of the following is NOT one of the five categories of objections mentioned in 'Sales Training for Beginners'?
Video class: Secret Of Sales - The Psychology Behind Getting A YES07m
Exercise: What is the biggest misunderstanding people have about sales according to the text?
Video class: How to Use LinkedIn to Get Clients - LinkedIn Lead Generation (LinkedIn Marketing)12m
Exercise: In order to effectively use LinkedIn for sales and client acquisition, what is essential when sending out messages to prospects?
Video class: How To Get Client Meetings Using Video Outreach13m
Exercise: What is the primary method of securing client meetings taught by Jordan Platten in the sales training?
Video class: 1 Tool That Transformed My Client Acquisition07m
Exercise: What key strategy does Jordan advocate for improving client response rates?
Video class: How To Get Past The Gate Keeper - Cold Calling 10115m
Exercise: When attempting to get through to a business owner during a cold call, what is the recommended perspective to have towards the person answering the phone, often referred to as the 'gatekeeper'?
Video class: How To Overcome The Fear Of Cold Calling - 3 Simple Steps09m
Exercise: What is one suggested strategy to overcome a fear of cold calling?
Video class: How To Get Buy-In From Business Owners - The Power Of Genuine Interest11m
Exercise: What is a key factor that Jordan Platten attributes to his success in signing up clients for digital marketing?
Video class: Skyrocket Your Close Rate09m
Exercise: In the context of sales strategy, why is relevance considered vitally important?
Video class: How To Handle Rejection In Business07m
Exercise: According to the video, what is 'prospect complacency' in the context of sales?
Video class: How To Turn An 'Unsuitable Prospect' Into A Consulting Client12m
Exercise: What is one strategy for handling unsuitable businesses proposed in the Sales Training for beginners by Jordan Platten?
Video class: How To Turn Your Clients Into Your Sales Team - *Huge Giveaway*15m
Exercise: Which incentive does Jordan mention that he offers his clients for referrals leading to successful sign-ups?
Video class: Sales Techniques To Book An Absurd Amount Of Meetings - With Robb Quinn1h16m
Exercise: In a sales call, what should you have open and prepared before starting the call?
Video class: How to Get More Clients for Your Business (Lead Generation Strategies)19m
Exercise: Which of the following is NOT a method mentioned in the video for finding leads without spending money?
Video class: How To Sell On The Phone - Phone Sales Tips10m
Exercise: Which of the following is NOT one of the four tips given for getting better at selling on the phone?
Video class: 6 Most Powerful Sales Questions Ever (Sales Questioning Techniques)10m
Exercise: Why is it beneficial to ask the question 'Do you struggle with a specific pain point and if so, how long have you been struggling with this issue?' in a sales meeting?
Video class: How To Close More Sales TODAY! - High Ticket Closing12m
Exercise: What is the minimum dollar value Jordan considers a product or service to be classified as high ticket?