Sean McAlindin

Sean McAlindin

Sean McAlindin

Expertise

Business Education, Journalism

Currently

Business Writer, Arts & Culture Writer

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in English at the University of Colorado at Boulder Master’s Degree in Education at Saint John’s University, Queens, N.Y.

Sean McAlindin has been writing about music, arts, and culture for over a decade. He recently dove headfirst into the world of business writing and is loving it!

With a knack for thorough research and a flair for creative writing, Sean breaks down even the most complex topics in a way that is easy to understand and fun to read. As a long-time teacher, he enjoys helping his readers learn about the world of sales from a fresh perspective.

Sean has been involved in a range of business ventures over the years including starting his own landscaping company, growing grassroots non-profits, and helping musicians and artists define their marketing strategies.

When he’s not writing, Sean can be found jamming with his bluegrass band, hiking a remote peak, or setting out on his latest adventure with his daughter, Penelope.

Recent articles

The History of CRM

The History of CRM

Sean McAlindin

Published on June 16, 2023

While some version of customer relationship management (CRM) has always existed, the integrative, AI-powered software we know today actuallydevelope ...

60 Cold Calling Tips to Close More Sales

60 Cold Calling Tips to Close More Sales

Sean McAlindin

Published on June 12, 2023

Cold calling, my friends, is for the strong at heart. With success rates hovering between 1-2%, we all know this job is not easy. But with the right ...

How to Overcome Sales Call Reluctance

How to Overcome Sales Call Reluctance

Sean McAlindin

Published on May 26, 2023

Have you come to the unhappy conclusion that you or someone you know suffers from sales callreluctance?  Don’t worry, you’re not alone. ...

The 23 Best Sales Podcasts in the World

The 23 Best Sales Podcasts in the World

Sean McAlindin

Published on May 26, 2023

Are you looking to boost your sales knowledge? Do you want to stay up to date on current trends in the sales industry? How are you progressing as as ...

What is Sales Call Reluctance?

What is Sales Call Reluctance?

Sean McAlindin

Published on May 25, 2023

The phone is in your hand. You’re ready to dial. You have your pitch and all the customer information you need at your fingertips. But somethingst ...

The Guide to Cold Email Statistics

The Guide to Cold Email Statistics

Sean McAlindin

Published on May 25, 2023

We all get it every day. Unsolicited email. But how often do we open it? And how effective are the messages wereceive? As always at Making ThatS ...

The Guide to Cold Calling Statistics

The Guide to Cold Calling Statistics

Sean McAlindin

Published on May 25, 2023

You’ve probably heard all sorts of claims about cold calling. Some say that it’s dead, while others believe it’s still the best way to winsale ...

The Seven Essential CRM Best Practices

The Seven Essential CRM Best Practices

Sean McAlindin

Published on May 6, 2023

The days of the traveling salesman are all but over. With the emergence of customer relationship management (CRM) software, sales, and marketinghave ...

16 Features to Look for in a CRM

16 Features to Look for in a CRM

Sean McAlindin

Published on May 2, 2023

With so many options on the market, it can be tough to know what to look for in a customer relationship management (CRM) system. Which features doyo ...