Small business owners play many different roles inside their companies, and being the salesperson is one of them. When speaking to entrepreneurs, I hear common misconceptions from them about sales. These ‘myths’ are holding them back from success with their company, so in this week’s podcast, I share 5 Small Biz Sales Myths Debunked and
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Pretty much everyone is working from home these days. We’ve all become remote workers, and while there are a lot of perks like more time with the family, less time wasted commuting. One thing that gets a lot harder is communicating. In the office, you could have face-to-face meetings quickly, read your team’s body language
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7 Quick Tips to Build Rapport with Customers from Tom Abbott, CSP Building rapport with customers is one of the most important steps in the sales process. A strong relationship with a customer creates mutual trust and a lasting relationship that can lead to repeat business. As the saying goes, ‘People do business with people
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Sales professionals often communicate through email, whether replying to RFPs (requests for proposals), following up with customers, or cold emails. With so much of today’s sales process happening through email, sales professionals must build relationships with prospects by learning to write well. That’s why I’m eager to share with you some great tips on business
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Not all sales professionals excel in every sales scenario. Some are cut out to be hunters while others are better suited to be farmers. It often depends on their sales personality. The Hunter vs Farmer methodology is an approach that predicts success in either role based on personality and traits of each sales professional. The
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Coaching is one of the most powerful tools managers have at their disposal. Although, with so many coaching models, it can take time to determine which is right for your team. For this reason, we’ve outlined 7 of the most popular coaching models below. Read on to discover which one is most effective for your
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Excellent customer service is the pinnacle of business. It opens up more opportunities than just deals. But also has the power to define your business and differentiate it from competitors. A recent study states that 86% of consumers would rather pay more for a better customer experience. So clearly, it’s vital to get it right. Read on to
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In the fast-paced and demanding world of sales, maintaining motivation is vital for achieving lasting success. As a sales professional, you know motivation is pivotal in driving your performance, fostering customer relationships, and achieving your targets. However, staying motivated in the face of rejection, setbacks, and intense competition can be challenging. This article provides practical
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To be successful in sales, you need to make connections—but not just with your existing customers. This is where networking comes in. Networking as a Sales Strategy Networking can help you generate business leads and get feedback on your products or services. The most important parts of networking are, first, just getting out there and
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Salespeople are very much like doctors in the sense that we (should!) diagnose before we prescribe a solution. For instance, suggesting a product or service to someone whom you don’t fully understand their needs is comparable to your doctor handing you a prescription before taking the time to understand your symptoms. Can you imagine that
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