On Top Of The World Radio With Chris Story

In this episode, I take you on a journey inspired by an article I wrote, "The High Calling of Sales: Lessons from a Teenage Rite of Passage." It all began with a question I asked myself—whatever happened to that desperate salesman who offered to "bust a gut" to close a deal? This podcast is a short story I wrote as a compendium to that article, reflecting on the memorable encounter that shaped my understanding of what sales truly means.Join me as I recount a pivotal moment from my teenage years—a snowy afternoon at a used car lot with my dad and his friend, Dave. What should have been a rite of passage turned into a live demonstration of all the things a salesperson should never be. From a pushy salesman’s exaggerated antics to the realization that sales isn't about manipulation but about helping others, this story delves into the deeper purpose behind selling.If you’ve ever wondered what separates a true salesperson from a caricature, or how integrity plays into this profession, this story will give you plen