Episode 136

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26th Mar 2025

The Painter Who's Connecting By Giving, Robert Timmons, Speaker, Artist, Author

Summary:

Today's I talked to Robert Timmons, a successful sales coach and painter known for his unique project of painting millionaires. Robert has this unique way he connects over giving what he's talented at (painting) and we connect the docts on how that applies to sales. He has made unlikely connections with well know people over giving them paintings.

The conversation explores the importance of human connection in sales, the role of mentorship in Robert's life, and how art can serve as a powerful medium for change.

Robert shares his journey from being an artist focused on ocean conservation to painting influential figures who have impacted his life. We emphasizs the value of understanding others, the impact of giving back, and the transformative power of personal growth through connection and creativity. He talks about the shift from a lack mindset to one of abundance, illustrating how giving can lead to unexpected returns and deeper connections. He also touches on the art of sales as a service, highlighting the significance of listening and understanding others' needs. This is a really good one that might inspire you to think of a creative ways you can give something without any expectations on getting it back and how that sometimes comes back to you in ways you'd never expect.

Key Moments:

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Human Connection in Sales

03:05 The Journey of Robert Timmons

05:57 Selling by Being Human

09:13 Mentorship and Early Influences

11:58 The Power of Connection

14:53 Art as a Medium for Change

18:11 The Impact of Giving Back

21:07 The Evolution of Robert's Art Journey

24:03 Connecting with Millionaires through Art

29:54 Embracing the Journey: A New Beginning

30:52 The Power of Connection: Art and Influence

32:55 Giving Without Agenda: The True Value of Generosity

34:01 Cross-Pollination: Building a Network Through Art

37:39 Unexpected Returns: The Gifts of Giving

41:44 Shifting Mindsets: From Lack to Abundance

44:55 Sales as Service: The Art of Listening

46:48 Tireless Passion: The Essence of Robert Timmons


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Sell By Being Human
On the Sell By Being Human podcast, award-winning sales professional Alex Smith provides the proven way to harness your innate human skills like empathy, curiosity, and kindness to learn how to sell and navigate the sales journey.
This is where human connection and sales meet. You may be someone whose success depends on influence, negotiation, and your ability to create change, but you may reject aggressive sales tactics. Maybe you feel stuck in corporate "autopilot," knowing your best asset is your genuine personality, but you struggle to use it to get what you want. Then this channel is for you.

It will teach you how to close the gap between wanting to be ethical and feeling pressured to sell aggressively. You’ll also learn actionable strategies for translating emotional intelligence into high-trust results. Join Alex and top guests, including NY Times bestsellers, keynote speakers, and global founders, as they prove that being truly human is the ultimate sales advantage.

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Alex Smith is a seasoned sales professional and podcast host who champions a human-first approach to selling. With nearly two decades of experience, he explores how empathy, curiosity, and genuine connection drive influence in everyday life. Through his podcast, he highlights stories from people across all professions, showing that anyone can persuade and create impact simply by being human.