Jeff Bischoff

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DISC Type : cs

Chief Sales Officer at Gray

Greater Lexington Area, United States

Overview

Jeff Bischoff is the Chief Sales Officer at Gray Construction, where he leads corporate sales and business development. He has deep expertise in the automotive, distribution, and manufacturing sectors. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Kentucky and has been instrumental in the companys growth.

As a Kentucky native with small-town roots, Jeff is known for his strong values, integrity, and commitment to his customers. He is a proud alumnus of the University of Kentucky and maintains connections with the university community.

Unique fact: Jeff champions the principle of "responsible growth, " believing that sometimes the best business decision is to turn down opportunities that dont align with long-term goals.

Personality Overview

Overcautious

Late Adopter

Unexpressive

The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.  They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end. They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time.

Topics They Care About

Responsible Growth
He publicly shares that turning down business is sometimes the best decision, emphasizing responsible and sustainable growth for the company.
Business Integrity
He is known throughout the industry for his integrity and commitment to customers, which are foundational to his sales philosophy.
Distribution Sector
He has specific expertise and interest in the distribution industry, a key market for his business development activities at Gray.

Media Appearances

Jeff has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2021
Chief Sales Officer at Gray
5-2001
Executive Vice President Business Development at Gray
9-1992 - 5-2001
Vice President at Centex Forcum-Lannom

Education

1987 - 1992
BS from University of Kentucky
1983 - 1987
Education details unavailable from Trinity High School, Louiville, KY

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Exp : 33 Location : Greater Lexington Area, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Chief Sales Officer at Gray
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Insights For Selling To Jeff

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly
  • Be firm in your communication and stay in control
  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision

DONT's

  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jeff is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jeff

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jeff move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Jeff take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Jeff

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