Lost Everything in 2008—Now a SalesLoft Pro Shares Cold Outreach Secrets (plus his AI predictions)

Cold Outreach Podcast

Mastering Sales: Chris Dankowski's Guide to Transformative Cold Outreach
Join us as we dive deep with Chris Dankowski, an award-winning sales strategist at Sales Loft and alumni of Evernote, Outreach, and HubSpot. In this episode, Chris unravels his remarkable career journey—from losing everything in the 2008 crash to excelling in sales for top industry brands. Learn how Chris used cold outreach to change his life and discover strategies for navigating job markets, personalizing cold outreach, and leveraging AI in sales. Whether you are a BDR, AE, or someone looking to break into a top-tier organization, this episode is packed with insights and actionable advice!
00:00 Introduction to Chris Dankowski
01:05 Chris's Early Career and the 2008 Crash
01:42 Transition to Sales and Early Struggles
03:40 First Sales Job in a Boiler Room
05:30 Cold Calling Experiences and Strategies
08:37 Mentorship and Learning Sales Techniques
10:36 Burnout and Rediscovering Motivation
12:38 Transition to Tech Sales and Career Growth
16:24 Sales Strategies and Market Insights
22:58 The Future of Sales with AI
29:34 AI's Role in Sales and Marketing
30:45 The Future of Cold Outreach
31:56 Email Deliverability Strategies
33:44 Personalization in Sales
40:50 The Evolution of BDR and AE Roles
48:44 Effective Job Search Strategies
53:21 Pet Peeves in Cold Outreach
56:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts