13 January 2026
How to Use AI the Right Way for Growth | The Enablement Model for 2026
Revenue Rascals | Sales Strategies for Business Growth
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In this episode, Michelle Terpstra gives a breakdown of why traditional sales training no longer works, and why most teams are about to misuse AI. She challenges a long-standing assumption in enablement: that more training equals better results. Instead, Michelle makes the case that training without execution support is obsolete in a sales environment that changes every day.
She introduces a new standard for sales enablement in 2026: AI-reinforced execution that lives inside real deals. Michelle explains how AI should function as a coach by reinforcing company decision-making rather than replacing seller thinking. With practical examples and a clear implementation path, this episode equips revenue leaders to adopt AI in a way that improves skills, protects quality, and drives real revenue outcomes.
Chapters
[Start] Why Sales Training Is Broken: Why motivation fades and why execution is the real problem.
04:10 Execution vs AI: How unmanaged AI use creates chaos instead of enablement.
09:49 The New Sales Enablement Model: Why lessons, execution, and role play must work together.
14:39 How to Use AI Properly: The importance of priming AI with frameworks, prompts, and standards.
21:57 The Risks of AI Done Wrong: Why generic prompts and over-reliance can damage your leadership and performance.
Links & Resources
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Got a question for Michelle? Fill out this form for a chance to have your question answered during the coaching corner that drops inside each episode on Tuesdays.
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Want my eyes on your revenue strategy? Grab a call with Michelle.
Revenue Rascals Discovery Call with Michelle Terpstra
Check out three ways Michelle and her team can support your path to predictable growth.
Uncover your Sales Leadership IQ and get your personalized plan for leading through change. quiz.revenuerascals.com
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INDEStove
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Disclaimer: Some episodes of Revenue Rascals may include paid sponsorships or affiliate partnerships. We only feature brands, products, or services that align with our values and are relevant to helping founders, revenue leaders, and entrepreneurs grow. Sponsorships help support the show—opinions shared are always our own.
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She introduces a new standard for sales enablement in 2026: AI-reinforced execution that lives inside real deals. Michelle explains how AI should function as a coach by reinforcing company decision-making rather than replacing seller thinking. With practical examples and a clear implementation path, this episode equips revenue leaders to adopt AI in a way that improves skills, protects quality, and drives real revenue outcomes.
Chapters
[Start] Why Sales Training Is Broken: Why motivation fades and why execution is the real problem.
04:10 Execution vs AI: How unmanaged AI use creates chaos instead of enablement.
09:49 The New Sales Enablement Model: Why lessons, execution, and role play must work together.
14:39 How to Use AI Properly: The importance of priming AI with frameworks, prompts, and standards.
21:57 The Risks of AI Done Wrong: Why generic prompts and over-reliance can damage your leadership and performance.
Links & Resources
Access All Revenue Rascals Resources for FREE at www.revenuerascals.com
One-time sign-up gives you everything you need.
Got a question for Michelle? Fill out this form for a chance to have your question answered during the coaching corner that drops inside each episode on Tuesdays.
Submit a Question to Michelle
Want my eyes on your revenue strategy? Grab a call with Michelle.
Revenue Rascals Discovery Call with Michelle Terpstra
Check out three ways Michelle and her team can support your path to predictable growth.
Uncover your Sales Leadership IQ and get your personalized plan for leading through change. quiz.revenuerascals.com
Connect with Michelle:
- MichelleTerpstra.comLinkedInInstagram
Today’s Sponsors:
INDEStove
Get a free workspace stack (a $120 value) with the purchase of a stove when you use promo code: REVENUERASCALS
Jason Markk
Get 25% off with promo code: REVENUERASCALS
Disclaimer: Some episodes of Revenue Rascals may include paid sponsorships or affiliate partnerships. We only feature brands, products, or services that align with our values and are relevant to helping founders, revenue leaders, and entrepreneurs grow. Sponsorships help support the show—opinions shared are always our own.
Michelle Terpstra's Privacy Policy