Dr. Donna Smith Bellinger - Sales Coach & Mentor

04/07/2026

I recently appeared on the Behind the Story podcast hosted by Jelani Gonzalez.
In this episode of Behind the Story, Jelani sits down with Dr. Donna Bellinger for a direct conversation on sales discipline, business growth, pricing your value, and the mindset shifts required to stop being the bottleneck in your own business.

Donna shares:

Why business owners sabotage sales without realizing it
How to communicate your value with confidence
The difference between suspects, prospects, and ambassadors
Why chasing everyone hurts your pipeline
How to follow up without sounding desperate
What healthy sales discipline actually looks like
Why you must stop giving away your intellectual property for free

This is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, consultants, coaches, sales professionals, and owner-operated businesses looking to increase revenue and create real momentum.

04/07/2026

Ever wonder how you show up in a networking or business situation? Read on...

03/02/2026

02/25/2026

WHEN Stories was a wonderful experience and I appreciate all of the voices that joined me on stage.. Especially Wendy Babcock, and Cynthia McKnight. Speaking on behalf of WHEN Stories™, moments like this reinforce what I know to be true: when people hear the right story, they move.
Is your organization planning an event, summit, or conference in 2025 or 2026? Let's talk about how I can serve your audience.

02/16/2026

Tuesday at 12 PM CST
Most early-stage business owners don’t struggle because they lack ideas, motivation, or effort. They struggle because they’re having lots of conversations… but not enough of them turn into income.
In this interactive session, Stop Guessing. Start Earning, you’ll learn how to turn everyday conversations—networking, referrals, discovery calls, and casual follow-ups—into clear next steps that lead to revenue.
This training is designed specifically for entrepreneurs in their first two years of business who want clarity, confidence, and a simple approach that works without pressure or hype.

You’ll Learn:
How to explain what you do so people immediately understand and remember you
How to recognize when a conversation has real potential (and when it doesn’t)
How to confidently guide conversations toward a next step without feeling salesy

This will be a highly interactive discussion, with practical examples, guided prompts, and tools you can use right away.

You’ll leave knowing what to say, who to say it to, and how to move forward—without guessing.

02/13/2026

Let's reset your revenue!

01/26/2026

Dr. Donna Smith Bellinger is the speaker organizations book when they want results—not just inspiration.

She tells the truth, delivers value, and doesn’t waste time. Her background spans leadership, sales strategy, and organizational development, and she knows exactly how professionals think, hesitate, and get stuck.

What sets her apart is her ability to make people see their blind spots—without making them defensive—and give them tools that work in the real world. Event planners trust her because she shows up prepared, polished, and focused on impact.

Bottom line: She raises the standard of the room.

12/30/2025

Have you seen me in action? Check out this 10-minute presentation delivered to an online networking group.

12/15/2025

In Chicago, many professionals are choosing to leave their corporate roles and start fresh. DS Bellinger Consulting LLC helps make that leap smoother through focused one-to-one coaching. Contact us to begin your journey toward entrepreneurship.

12/12/2025

Starting a business in Chicago means building a sales strategy from day one. DS Bellinger Consulting LLC offers sales manager on-demand support for professionals leaving corporate roles. Contact us to get the structure your business needs.