“Show me someone who’s sick but still happy, in danger but still happy, dying but still happy, exiled but still happy, disgraced but still happy. Show me! I swear, I’d love to see a true Stoic. But since you can’t show me someone that perfectly formed, at least show me someone working to become that way, striving for it.” - Epictetus

Epictetus challenges us: Can you show me someone who remains happy despite illness, danger, or failure?

Perfection isn’t the goal, progress is.

Sales isn’t about reaching a flawless end state. It’s about showing up, refining your craft, and staying resilient.

A lost deal isn’t failure, it’s fuel for growth.

Keep striving. Keep improving. Every step, no matter how small, brings you closer to becoming your best self.

Actionable tips:

• After every call or meeting, ask yourself: "What went well? What can I improve next time?" Focus on consistent self-refinement.
• After a tough day, spend 5 minutes journaling on what you learned. Remind yourself that every “no” gets you closer to a “yes”, and every stumble is part of the journey to mastery

Remember you will die.

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Disclaimer:

The Sales Stoic draws inspiration from the profound wisdom of Stoicism as presented in Ryan Holiday's "The Daily Stoic." As avid readers & fans, we deeply respect the work of Ryan Holiday, and acknowledge the significant impact of Stoic philosophy on our own approach to sales and life.

While The Sales Stoic applies the core principles of Stoicism to the unique challenges and opportunities faced by salespeople, it is an original work with its own distinct voice and focus. We aim to build upon the timeless wisdom of Stoicism to empower sales professionals with practical guidance and actionable insights for success in their careers and personal lives.