Sell or Be Sold: How to Get Your Way in Business and in Life

I rarely leave book reviews, but Sell or Be Sold by Grant Cardone completely shifted how I view sales, influence, and leadership. Sell or Be Sold by Grant Cardone teaches that everything in life is a sale — from business deals to personal habits. If you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or building your brand, this book will transform how you show up in every room. It’s not just about selling a product — it’s about conviction, confidence, and controlling your outcomes. Highly recommended for anyone serious about success. #SellOrBeSold, #GrantCardone, #SalesMindset, #EntrepreneurBooks, #BusinessGrowth

If you are struggling in anyway in sales or in life for that matter read or listen to this book. I have been in sales all my life. That's over 50 years, and I must have read 6 dozen or more sales books and programs over that time. It's probably more than that. . That aside, here is what you need to know. I found MORE successful ACTIONABLE information in this book than all the rest combined, PERIOD!!! Not only was it actionable, it was EASY!!!! I can't stress the above enough. If you have been looking for the way out of whatever has you trapped in life. I personally like the audio book because Grant really animates the material and makes it incredible fun. Every other sales book I have ever read have been mostly helpful and I would get a good tip here and there but this is different. I have over doubled my income using this book and my wife who has never really sold anything is a crazy selling machine now. If she keeps this up I'm going to be a kept man LOL Read or listen to these also.. The 10x Rule: The Only Difference Between Success and Failure Be Obsessed or Be Average How to Get and Stay Motivated I you were looking for a hand up. Here it is. The above is true :)

Sell or Be Sold: That's not only the name but also a philosophy about life. Grant does a great job explaining that when dealing with anything in life you can either choose to sell or persuade the world to get behind your ideas, beliefs, and dreams... OR get sold on others perspectives. He also does a great job detailing the most important thing about salesmanship. This idea is about what makes a good salesman. Many say a good salesman can sell ice in an igloo or sell water doing a thunderstorm or whatever else is unnecessary. Grant takes an opposite approach. He states that to be able to be a good salesman you have to be SOLD on your product or service. That's the key. The most important sale you can make is to yourself. By being sold yourself on your product it allows you to sell it. If you don't believe wholeheartedly in your product you need to get a new job or start a new business. That's the key. For example, Grant states a vegetarian should not work at steakhouse. Why? They are selling meat, of which, they do not eat. It's hard to sell something you, yourself are not sold on. That's his point. Get sold on your product and then it will be easier to sell to others. Grant's book is a great one. Read it. There are somethings I don't particularly think are right about sales or life in general, but it doesn't detract from his central message. Be Sold on what you have to offer the world and it will be much easier to get people behind your ideas and passions.

This is one of the better sales books I have read. Great info but a few negatives that keep it from a 5. I am a fan of Grant and his over the top style. It's who he is. To some that may be annoying and I hope they will get past it and enjoy this book. But if you don't know who Grant is I would suggest watching some of his videos on YouTube before buying this book to get a feel for his style. I believe some will not enjoy this book due to his style. Also Grants religion and it's influence on his writing should not be used as a negative for this book. But clearly a few reviews have. He clearly hints at it if you know but is not open about it like Zig Ziglar was. No man can create a great book without things like his religion seeping through. I do appreciate that Grant keeps it to the background. But be aware that it is there and if you dislike it please avoid this book. My religious faith is different from his but it did not change my enjoyment of the book. I honestly think Grant could in time be one of the great sales and motivational trainer of our time. But he has work to do before he can fill the shoes of greats like Zig. But you can see him evolving as he goes.

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Love this book! As a company CEO I'm not only the leader over the sales team, but I am always "selling" in one way or another – whether I need to sell a big account on working with my company, or "sell" a potential employee on why they should join my team, everything I do is really about persuasion and getting people aligned to a purpose. Grant really helps you understand how "sales skills" are vital to anyone in today's world, whether they have "sales" in their title or not. In this book he really breaks down the key skills, traits, and *disciplines* that make a great salesperson. Many people think that great salespeople are just "born that way". While there certainly are some people with some innate talent, the truly great performers are disciplined and committed. They make sales a profession and treat it as such, and they study and learn from the greats. And GC is absolutely one of the greats. Highly recommended!

Over the years I have read or listened to a plethora of sales books and this one is the most comprehensive to today's challenges salespersons face. I have three reasons why salespersons should buy this audiobook to increase their sales. First, Grant does a very good job of setting the foundation for being a sales professional and not an amateur. Professionals train and work every aspect of their career and "immerse themselves" in training material. He mentions the power of prediction and it totally changed my sales approach. This section is worth the price of the book alone. Second, the author notes how "people knowledge" is more important than "product knowledge" in selling. Again, this is an issue few sales trainers cover in seminars or in their literature and Grant is 100% correct. People knowledge is far more important than product knowledge. Companies do a fairly good job training sales staff product knowledge but FAIL at teaching people knowledge. Third, the real value of this book comes from his selling process. The five-step cycle is practical to nearly any industry in almost every context. So many sales trainers ignore time in a sales cycle and Grant highlights the importance of short sales cycles to serve customers better and make their experience more convenient. If you can ignore the author's Dianetics references, this book is a must for salespersons new or 50 years in the business.

Grant Cardone has done what others are still dreaming of, "making it"...I didn't say he "made it" that would apply that it is done. No, Grant hasn't quit yet, he comes back again with another wonderful book, that shows you the way that you can start "making it" too. Grant started in the ditches and he kept working every day towards higher and higher goals. This book will show you how to do those things, those things that are not impossible but you do have to work for them. Many people are seeking that cushy job, but where are those jobs today? It is time for us to get up and get inspired again about ourselves and who we are. Those who do will get. Perhaps the concept of "selling" throws you off a bit. Don't let it. Grant gives you all the neccessary tools for you to achieve what it is you want to do. You have to do it! You and your family are depending upon your success, it is your responsibilty to be the best and perform at the best level you can for them. A box of wood working tools are not any good just laying around, however, let a craftsman use those tools and watch the magnificent results. Grant has helped me, in my personal and professional life. Spend the few bucks, but most importantly put the book to use, make it work for you and do what you want it life. You will see results in twenty fours hours of just reading this book. I did. Thank you.

US - SELL OR BE SOLD by Grant Cardone is an excellent book, to be ranked among the best like HOW I RAISED MYSELF FROM FAILURE TO SUCCESS IN SELLING by Frank Bettger & SALES DOGS by Blair Singer. Note: All of Grant Cardone's other books have this special power to inspire the desire to succeed and to give your all to get there. FR - SELL OR BE SOLD de Grant Cardone est un excellent ouvrage, à classer parmi les meilleurs comme HOW I RAISED MYSELF FROM FAILURE TO SUCCESS IN SELLING de Frank Bettger & SALES DOGS de Blair Singer. Note : Tous les autres livres de Grant Cardone ont ce pouvoir si particulier d'inspirer l'envie de réussir et de se donner à fond pour y arriver.

Absolutely must read for entirely everyone, not only sell persons.

Has many good tips for improving your sell skills and it has a fluid, dynamic and not boring reading 5/5

Sell or Be Sold by Grant Cardone is a powerful read for anyone wanting to sharpen their skills in sales, negotiation, or simply getting more out of life. Grant makes the selling process easy to understand, breaking it down into practical steps that anyone can apply. I’ve personally taken away valuable strategies that have helped me grow my online business and improve my marketing. His no-nonsense approach is both motivating and practical, and his expertise in sales shines through every chapter. Whether in business or everyday life, this book is packed with lessons you can use immediately. Highly recommended!

Um verdadeiro guia para quem quer ser vendedor de alta performance. As vezes é um pouco exagerado nas afirmações, mas nada que comprometa a qualidade do livro.