movies we love
Disclaimer: These movies entertain but aren’t intended as sales training material.
That said, there are some brilliant scenes showcasing resilience, persuasion, and high-stakes moments every salesperson will appreciate!
Great Movies for Salespeople: Boiler Room
Boiler Room is 1 of the great movies for salespeople but probably not for the reason you think. It highlights the darker side of aggressive sales and ethics, what ethics? But, check out the lead “hand-over” scene from Giovanni Ribisi to Vin Diesel – an incredible use of silence in…
The Wolf of Wall Street
Why is Wolf of Wall Street 1 of the Worst Sales Movies Ever? It glamorises unethical sales practices, portraying fraud, manipulation, and a life of excess. WoWS fails to highlight the consequences of deceitful tactics and offers little in terms of sales skills or ethical success. Whilst no doubt entertaining,…
Glengarry Glen Ross
A masterclass in high-pressure sales tactics, the consequences of cut-throat competition and the real meaning of ABC!
