Sales Improv: "Yes, And...", Midwest Values & Dropping the Ego w/ Stacy Bishop

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Episode Summary Are you selling, or are you just performing? In this episode of Thoughts on Selling , Lee Levitt sits down with the fabulous Stacy Bishop to cover some serious ground—from Midwest values and fintech sales to the surprising wisdom of improv comedy. If you have ever tried on a "sales persona" like an ill-fitting suit (and watched it fail), this episode is for you. We discuss the "Inner Game" of selling: why your brain is your own worst enemy in a pivot, and why you can't think your way through a tennis swing—or a sales call. Stacy breaks down the improv concept that "every statement is an offer," transforming how we view objections. Instead of fighting the customer, we explore how to use "Yes, And..." to build momentum. Memorable Quotes: "Give me the opportunity to surprise you." — Stacy Bishop "Are you being of service… or serving your ego?" — Lee Levitt "Every statement is an offer, not an objection." 3 Actionable Takeaways for Leaders: The "Tenure" Question: Want to open doors you never expected?