September is in full swing and the summer haze is fading, and for those of us in sales, it means one thing: the end of Q3 is staring us down. This is the month to dig deep, push through the slump, and finish the quarter with momentum.
To help you get in the right mindset, I had to do some digging to put together the ultimate sales playlist. It’s a countdown of the top 10 songs that have the word “September” in them (it was only a Google search) with a special twist for us sales pro on the grind.
Plug in your headphones and let’s get motivated.
From the Home Office in NO NAME, COLORADO, Here are the
Top 10 “September” Songs to Crush Your Q3 Goals
10. “September Grass” – James Taylor
The Vibe: Is reflective and steady. The Sales Angle: This song is about finding beauty in the later seasons. For a sales pro, it’s a reminder that some of the best deals aren’t the quick, easy wins of “spring,” but the mature, long-term relationships you cultivate. That client you’ve been nurturing for months? This is the season they might finally be ready to sign.
9. “September Morn” – Neil Diamond
The Vibe: Is hopeful and nostalgic. The Sales Angle: Neil sings about two lovers reconnecting. Think of this as your relationship with a lost prospect. The one that went cold six months ago. September is the perfect time to “rekindle the flame.” Send that follow-up email. Make that check-in call. You never know when the timing will be just right.
8. “Come September” – Natalie Imbruglia
The Vibe: Is about anticipating change. The Sales Angle: The lyric “And I will be there, come September” is your mantra for hitting your quota. It’s a promise to yourself and your team. No matter the challenges of July and August, you’re committing to showing up and closing out the quarter strong. It’s about accountability.
7. “Try to Remember” – from The Fantasticks
The Vibe: A gentle call to remember the beginning. The Sales Angle: “Try to remember the kind of September when life was slower and oh so mellow.” This is your cue to remember why you got into sales. Remember the thrill of that first closed deal? The satisfaction of helping a small business owner save money or get out of a lease? When you’re deep in the Q3 grind, remembering your “why” can refuel your passion.
6. “September Gurls” – Big Star
The Vibe: The pursuit of something special. The Sales Angle: This power-pop classic is about longing for the “September gurls.” In the sales world, these are your “whale” clients—the big accounts you dream of landing. They might seem out of reach, but with the right strategy and persistence, you can win them over.
5. “Pale September” – Fiona Apple
The Vibe: Moody and raw. The Sales Angle: Let’s be real—not every month is a record-breaker. This song captures the feeling of a tough sales month. It’s okay to acknowledge the struggle. The key is to not let it define you. Listen to this, process the frustration of a deal falling through, and then move on to the next call with renewed focus.
4. “September Song” – Frank Sinatra
The Vibe: A classic ballad about time passing. The Sales Angle: “And the days dwindle down to a precious few… September, November…” Ol’ Blue Eyes reminds us that time is finite. The sales days in Q3 are dwindling. This song is a smooth, urgent call to action. Stop procrastinating. Make the calls. The time to build your pipeline for Q4 is now.
3. “Wake Me Up When September Ends” – Green Day
The Vibe: The ultimate anthem for a slump. The Sales Angle: We’ve all been there. A brutal month where nothing seems to go right and you just want it to be over. This is the song for that feeling. But here’s the pro move: don’t wait for September to end. Use that frustration as fuel. What can you change today to turn the month around?
2. “The September of My Years” – Frank Sinatra
The Vibe: Wise reflection on experience. The Sales Angle: This isn’t about age; it’s about experience. As you progress in your career, you build a wealth of knowledge. You know how to handle objections, read a room, and spot a good lead. This song is a tribute to that hard-earned wisdom. Trust your instincts—they’ve gotten you this far.
And the # 1 Top 10 “September” Songs to Crush Your Q3 Goals is ….
1. “September” – Earth, Wind & Fire
The Vibe: Pure, infectious joy and celebration. The Sales Angle: Was there ever any doubt? This is the ultimate sales anthem. It’s the feeling of closing a massive deal on the last day of the quarter. It’s the sound of your commission check hitting the bank. It’s the celebration of a team crushing its goals. This song is pure victory. Play it loud after every single win this month. “Ba-dee-ya, say, do you remember? Ba-dee-ya, dancin’ in September!”
There you have it—the perfect soundtrack to power you through the end of Q3. Now go make it a September to remember!
Gave a great weekend,
David
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