In this episode, Oren Klaff, author of 'Pitch Anything' and 'Flip the Script', shares his journey and expertise on mastering cold outreach. He discusses how he transitioned from owning and selling a company to becoming a successful investment manager using cold outreach. Key tips include creating a one-of-one value proposition, utilizing status tip-offs, engaging in truth-based communication, and fostering proximity to build rapport. Oren also sheds light on how to navigate cold outreach amid AI advancements and offers insights into the forthcoming 'Deep Economy' thesis, which explores novel, fast-moving liquidity for business finance. Join us for a raw and enlightening conversation aimed at helping you transform your sales approach.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
01:26 Early Career and Cold Outreach
03:37 The Power of Scarcity in Sales
05:46 Investment Banking Realities
10:25 Status Tip-Off and Cold Outreach Strategies
23:13 Creating Serendipity in Cold Outreach
32:54 The Game of Money vs. The Game of Business
34:51 Investor Relations and Compliance
35:44 Handling Investor Questions
39:04 Rejection in Cold Outreach
41:16 Learning from Experience
49:20 AI's Impact on Cold Outreach
51:06 The Importance of Personal Connection
56:51 Building Character and Trust
01:02:51 Exploring the Deep Economy
01:08:43 Conclusion and Future Plans
January 23, 2025