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Quick Hit 2

When constructing a proposal, sales people must be sure to not base them on assumptions. They must find out detailed information about each customer and then base their proposals on …

Tips on Managing Stress

Stress is something that can not be stopped, but the following suggestions can help to manage it. Laugh Take breaks Reward yourself for accomplishing goals Focus your thoughts https://www.engageselling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Francis-12-11-28-Tips-on-Managing-Stress-Q3-Rev.mp3Podcast: Play …

Extraordinarily BAD sales advice

like Seth Godin. His books are smart, his stories captivating and his ideas compelling. Most of his ideas.
Recently he posted advice on his blog that B2B sellers should start selling in the middle rather than the top. There are 4 reasons why this advice is wrong:

Dominate your Market

It’s a great reminder for everyone on three ways to dominate your market. At the same time – and one thing I didn’t talk about in that speech – if you really want to be the dominant player in your market you MUST ask for referrals.

Quick Hit 1

The importance of having conversations with everyone at every level of an organization is important. Remember, there are no wrong contacts. https://www.engageselling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Francis-12-11-28-Quick-Hit-1-Q7-Rev.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Getting Caught in the Year End Trap 2 of 2

Three more ideas of how to move sales along. 4. Question your contact 5. Get a testimonial letter 6. Offer alternatives https://www.engageselling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Francis-12-11-28-Getting-Caught-in-the-End-of-the-Year-Trap-2-of-2-Q2-Rev.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS