Testimonials

Workshops & speaking engagements

Client testimonials

Observations from colleagues

Attendee feedback from workshops and speaking engagements

Momentum by Monday Conference  (I was  honored to be a keynote speaker sharing my sales tips with 250 interested participants)

“I loved some of the tips. I’ve been in sales since I was 18 and I always loved adding new tips to my arsenal! Thank you!”
“Great valuable lessons”
“Great presentation”
“Very informative”
“Practical and proven methods appreciated”
“Yes very interesting and informative I gained allot of useful knowledge”
“Extremely valuable and informative on sales techniques”
“Extremely valuable, providing simple, actionable nuggets”
“Excellent presentation and tips I can use immediately!”
“You showed different ways to overcome objections”
“Honesty and clarity regarding genuinely effective sales approach”
“Gary gave some phenomenal tips on sales. Inspiring and motivational”
“Love the concepts. Focusing on the right things from the customer mindset… What problems do I have that are under served today”
“Great refresher”
“Good and informative”
“Great information, whetted my interest to hear more!”


“Women in Business” Event

“Gary provided a sales clinic today! Great tips to get us to the finish line”
– Ericka Neville, Primerica Financial Advisor

“Detailed and well informative presentation”
– Olufunmilayo Bamiteko, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

“Great info, loved being initially asked about our concerns and sharing great information to address all of them”
– Barbara Temple-Owles, Founding Brand Partner

“Very clear and to the point, touched on top sales issues”
– Robin Cavanaugh, Independent Brand Partner with Neora

“Great job of engaging and adapting to audience in beginning. Good slides with examples that less is more with fewer words”
– Alan Scholnick, Founder and CEO, Alan Scholnick Coaching and Consulting, LLC

“Loved learning about best closing techniques”
– Joanne Hyndman, Sales Rep, Electronic Merchant Systems

“Everything was great with lots of important information”
– Natalia Fogelstrom, Realtor, Opus Elite Real Estate

“Gary’s presentation was awesome and informative. He shared his 40 years of sales experience and best practices that have worked for him in his sales career”
– Dianna Gallen, Marketing, Keystone Answering Service


The Carnegie Business Collaborative

“Very informative, new ideas that I hadn’t heard of before”
– Holly Jerome, Owner

“Excellent presentation. Good reminder of sales tips I knew but haven’t been actively using”
– Ann Zawartkay, President, Non Profit Accounting Solutions

“Great tips, very informative. I will definitely utilize some of these ideas”
– Frank Gallagher, President, The FGX Group

“Excellent presentation! Great tips on the proven and effective steps needed to close a sale”
– Ronald Thomas, President, MJK Group

“Tremendously helpful. Love how humor keeps things light and makes you more approachable”
– Allison Farcus, Assured Partners

“Very Valuable, great techniques”
– Greg Rapport, Founder and Executive Director, Age Out Angels


Montgomery County Chamber Lunch and Learn

“Thanks for all the ideas, great presentation”
– Fanny Cruz

“Yesterday’s event was a great success! Thank you for the education you provided on sales tips. I’ve been doing sales for many years and attended many sales training classes and I still benefited from your tips”
– Susan McCraw

“I love your style and delivery, especially when you said to say, “No” to a potential client and get them to be specific in what they need from you”
– Becky Shoulberg

“Great event and very informative”
– Andrew Myers

“Such a great event”
– Bev Weinberg

“Great information presented in such a fun and relaxed way. Thanks to Gary – you are an ocean of knowledge”
– Madhu Munthala

“Thanks, Gary for the great presentation!”
– Liz Gabel

EMC Sales Workshop

“Gary you were amazing”
– Jake Toyberman

“Gary, great meeting yesterday! I really appreciate how you coordinated the discussion and gave us good tips to help connect with her prospects better.”
– Scott McCrea

“Excellent presentation this morning at EMCCC.”
– Steven Lesse

“Gary knows his stuff”
– David Reibstein S3 Living

“You did a great job Gary! Tons of engagement. This guy really knows his stuff. If anyone needs sales training he’s the go – to – guy”
– Koda August

“Get presentation Gary”
– Pieter Lamley

“I met Gary this morning. Gary led a presentation which demonstrated his expertise in sales and how he helps businesses grow. The presentation was very engaging and more like a workshop. What I took away was how to connect to prospects effectively and how to structure meetings with MANT. I can implement those tips immediately into my routine to boost my results”
– Leon W. Poulson

Hear first-hand how Gary has helped his clients

“I had the pleasure of working with Gary Kurtis at Wilder Retreats, and I can confidently say that his expertise in sales strategy has been a game-changer for our team. Gary helped us make a crucial shift in how we approach client conversations, focusing on providing genuine value rather than just closing the deal. This subtle yet powerful change has transformed the way we engage with clients, making them feel more aligned with Wilder Retreats and, as a result, our conversion rates have significantly improved.

Gary’s ability to guide our team toward a more consultative sales approach has not only increased our success but also strengthened our relationships with clients. His insight and guidance have been invaluable, and I’d be happy to speak as a reference for Gary to anyone considering his services. If you’re looking to elevate your sales team and improve your client relationships, Gary is the expert you want on your side.”
– Kirk Reynolds, CEO, Wilder Retreats

“Gary you have done more than you know for my confidence and helping me find my footing again, and I would recommend you to anybody that I know that needs a sales coach. You asked great questions, were insightful with feedback and gave positive reinforcement of my decades long sales tools already in place. You were kind and encouraging  and I thank you for your kindness.  You’ve done a great job with the time that you had with me and I would recommend Gary’s training to new and seasoned sales people alike. You are a great mentor & coach!”
– Marcia Williams, Grayboyes Window & Door Senior Estimator

 

“We knew we needed to up our sales game. Gary helped us qualify new clients and gave us a pathway to better understand our prospects’ needs and ultimately drive more sales. Gary’s sales experience and his ability to communicate has not only helped us reach our short-term goals, but has now helped us create a plan to continue to grow. If your sales team needs some no-nonsense techniques to qualify and sell more business, call Gary. Thank you, Gary! We are forever grateful.”
– Dave Williams, CInemaCake Filmmakers, CEO/Owner

 

“Gary spent time with me to figure out how I could boost my business.  He was thorough in his analysis to make sure he pointed me in the right direction.  He understood my strengths and weaknesses to come up with a plan tailored to me.  I came away with a number of new strategies to implement and a greater sense of confidence and optimism. Thanks again for spending time with me!  It is appreciated.”
– Donna M, Realtor®

 

“I have had the great benefit of having Gary Kurtis coach me in methods of marketing in today’s world. Every session was wonderfully helpful! He is a wealth of information, coaches clearly, custom tailors it to one’s particular business, does so with the highest of integrity, and goes way beyond the call of duty to make sure everything is completely understood and absorbed so that the desired result is obtained. I highly recommend Gary!”  
– David London, Personalized Insurance Solutions, LLC, Principal

 

If you are looking to improve your business through proven sales techniques, then you must schedule a consultation with Gary Kurtis. Gary shares what works and what doesn’t work based on his amazingly successful sales career. Gary takes the time to listen to what your needs are, helps you establish goals, and apply measurable accomplishments. What I appreciate most about Gary’s coaching style is that it is customized to each client’s individual needs and objectives, not at all cookie-cutter. In just a few sessions, I’ve learned so much about how to improve my business.  It’s always a pleasure talking with Gary and I very much appreciate his guidance and cannot wait for my next coaching session with him.”
– Marge Boccuti, Coldwell Banker, Real Estate Agent

 

“I do believe that the work we have done together has benefited me greatly. In general, I feel more prepared and more confident when I am on the phone talking to leads, and I believe that is starting to translate into some good results.”
– Tim Tomsuden, The GYMGUYZ, a franchise for personal training

 

“Gary organized and ran a workshop for my team which helped light a bit of a fire under them. He took the time to listen to our needs and customized his approach around what we wanted to accomplish. We have scheduled a follow up workshop with him to dig even deeper. It was especially rewarding to see our team members putting into practice what he learned on an appointment later that same day. Thanks, Gary!”
– Mariel Gniewoz – Weiss, The Mariel G. Weiss Team, Real Estate Consultant

“From my initial meeting with Gary, I was very confident that he would be able to help me grow my business. Gary’s insight and experience in the sales industry is second to none. His advice is always personalized and relates to the current obstacles I am facing. In the short time I have been working with Gary, I have developed much more confidence in my presentation skills and effectiveness with my consultations. I am excited to continue our relationship and cannot recommend him enough!’
– Matt McClay, The Mariel G. Weiss Team, Real Estate Professional

“Hi Gary, I just wanted to send you a brief note to thank you for your time with Matt. Others have noticed a change in him- all for the better- and I can’t help but think it’s due to you!”
– Mariel, Mariel Gniewoz-Weiss, Realtor® 

Anyone who is in the field of sales has absorbed books, Audios, Podcasts, and numerous other kinds of Sales Training by experts. None of these in my opinion, compare with the personal and consultative approach that Gary uses with his clients. I sat with and got to know him and his style. Then over several sessions he made recommendations of how I can implement improvements & do things better. I have started using just a few of the recommendations and have already seen an improvement in sales. I Highly recommend that you consult with Gary! Unless you just don’t want to earn anymore.”
– Hugh Warnock, Plan B Financial Group, LLC, Senior Debt Elimination Specialist

 

“Gary provided a customized sales coaching call for myself and my team. His sales knowledge and passion for helping others makes him an incredible resource to have on your side. He took the time to get to know me personally and professionally and tailored his information to our specific industry and sales challenges. His approach is personal, professional and he welcomed interaction throughout the presentation. He left us with many great ideas to process and implement and we are all confident our sales toolbox is now better equipped to help us succeed in growing our businesses!”
– Kelly Griffin, FOREVER, Senior Ambassador

“Gary Kurtis doesn’t disappoint. His knowledge of sales principles and sales experience are just what I needed to give me some direction on what success looks like when transitioning recently to a new sales role. His professionalism and personality put me at ease and made the experience fun! Thanks Gary!”
– Maureen Fagan, Poofy Organics Guide

 

“I have personally worked with Gary directly as a customer in his sales process coaching. I highly recommend Gary and his services to anybody looking to improve their, or their team’s, sales acumen. Gary and I had multiple conversations diving into every corner of my business. The in-depth questions, challenging some preconceived notions, and approaching the business from different angles really helped open up my mind to doing things differently and learn more about how I can transform my sales techniques to fill the sales funnel and close out the sales process to generate revenue. Gary’s recommendations have been extremely helpful and I can personally attest to the results.”
– TemperaturePro, Nate West, Owner

“I attended a workshop where Gary taught/provided tips on winning in sales. He kept us engaged, as well as provided scenarios that we could easily follow. He took the time to listen to our stories and then incorporated that into his teachings. Gary’s way of walking us thru the sales cycle from beginning to end was very helpful to us.”
– Ericka Neville, Primerica, The Go To Financial advisor

 

“Being a new business owner coming from a Corporate Environment without direct sales experience put me at a disadvantage in getting our new Franchise up and running. Luckily, I met Gary Kurtis who owns SalesTips101 through a Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce event. Gary and I discussed the types services we provide and the types of customers we are trying to reach. Gary then provided various recommendations to overcome these challenges. The summary included many proven sales “tips” that Gary had successfully utilized over his many years of direct selling. I have already implemented some of the tactics Gary described regarding handling objections to enable a potential customer to want to move forward and sign up for services. I’m very thankful to Gary for providing his valuable insight and fully expect that following Gary’s recommendations will help me to become more successful with my sales process and ultimately lead to signing long term customers to use our services.”
– Rob Sykes, ARCpoint Labs of King of Prussia

 

“I’d like to inform any small business or individual of the skill and wisdom that Gary Kurtis provides with his customized sales training. As the founder of a nonprofit 501C3 organization devoted to scholarships for college students, I contacted Gary when I recognized that I needed help propagating our mission to our target markets. From Gary’s analysis of my needs and goals he was able to give me the confidence I lacked along with the specific sales skills to reach our target markets through a variety of methods. For a nonprofit organization to succeed it must operate like any business which requires specific sales skills to grow the business. Thus from my experience I strongly recommend Gary, particularly if you are a nonprofit.”
– Aalki Arisme, Scholars Fund, Founder

I recommend Gary, if you need to evaluate your sales processes. He and I worked together to decide what needed to be improved before moving forward. He is very knowledgeable and works with you directly to understand what you are doing and help upgrade the parts of your sales process.”
– Dennis Duhon, PPE, Promotional Products Consultant

“I highly recommend Gary and Salestips 101! I have been in sales for a few years but wanted to get back to the basics and hear a fresh perspective on the sales process. Gary used his many years of knowledge and expertise to develop a plan that worked for me and my goals. I thoroughly enjoyed our many conversations and being able to pick his brain. He came prepared for every session and always send a detailed recap after. Anyone who is in sales just starting out or needs a refresher on the basics should speak with Gary.”
– Carl Ruppel, Remco Insurance Services, Commercial Account Executive

Relevant observations from many of Gary’s colleagues:

“I want to take this opportunity to recommend an outstanding sales coach. Gary Kurtis has assisted teams and individuals through his unique sales training and workshops. I have been the fortunate beneficiary of his sales advice and can say it has been all uphill. With his knowledge and expertise gained from years of analyzing multiple industries, Gary continues to educate and mentor various professional occupations, business owners, and their teams, increasing their sales activities and conversion rates. Thank you Gary, and I wish you continued success.”
– David P. Leta, The Business Image, Marketing Manager

 

“Gary is an interesting combination of humility with a deep understanding of a what it means to be a true sales professional. If you are breaking into sales or need to ramp up your edge, talk with Gary.”
– Donna Spina, PCC, CPC, ELI-MP, Coaching InDeed Inc., CEO / Author / Global Consultant

 

“I also highly recommend Gary! Besides being a wonderful guy, he’s an excellent sales coach and trainer.”
– Laurie Cusic, Beacon Leadership Development -Principal

 

“Gary Kurtis is a highly skilled sales professional. Gary helped me build the sales aspect of my business during the pandemic and I am forever grateful. Since we met, my ability to track sales and manage expectations has astronomically improved the level of business at Field 1 Post. When you need advice on building sales relationships and learning about the latest trends in sales, look no further than Gary Kurtis. Gary is a fantastic friend and advisor! He truly is a knowledgeable and trustworthy professional in sales coaching.”
– Jonathan Donley, Field 1 Post, Digital Marketing, Video Editor, Web Developer, Proprietor

 

“Gary is an experienced and confident sales consultant who has a keen eye in spotting opportunities for the individual and organization.”
– Stacy Mayhorne, Mayhorne Marketing

 

“Gary offers excellent coaching and advice to business owners about how to be even more successful in your business and to do so with confidence. He is an excellent, engaging speaker and communicates his message effectively.”
– Kristy Crippen, Collaborative Partners Administrative Services, LLC

 

“I’ve gotten the chance to get to know Gary over the course of the past several months, and he brings so much care and wisdom to any conversation. If you’re a #businessowner looking for sales coaching, Gary is a great place to start!”
– Dr. Toni Warner, Dr. Toni Coaches

 

“I’ve known Gary for some time and have attended several of his sales training sessions. He is knowledgeable and passionate, driven by his strong desire to share insights he has amassed during a long and very successful sales career.”
– Bill Mulcahy, MassMutual Greater Philadelphia, Financial Services Professional