Most salespeople I know consider cold calling a dreadful, but essential activity in our profession. Even those who are good at it rarely like it. Nevertheless, those who are successful in sales do it regularly because without prospects, one does not sell anything. If you hate cold calling to the... Read More
I believe that everyone understands that no matter what business you are in- Real Estate, Financial Services, Teaching, Auto Sales any other profession, we are all in the PEOPLE BUSINESS. It's been said that fully 85% of your success in life is directly related to your ability to effectively work... Read More
A sales letter is a document designed to generate sales. It is a distinctive type of persuasive letter. It persuades the reader to place an order, to request additional information, or to lend support to the product or service or cause being offered. For most sectors other than retail, a... Read More
A lot of effort is put into getting new clients. We all know our client base will change. Previous clients can move to a new area, sell their business, close down, or change their priorities. So finding new business is always important - but so is keeping your previous clients.... Read More
I just bought six square pieces of spongy fabric for $20 and walked away happy - "victim" of an impulse purchase.I was at one of those big show events and walked past a demonstration booth. I even knew it was coming. About 50% of the people walking out were carrying... Read More
I was sitting at my desk last week when my phone rang. I picked it up and said, "This is Ari with Unlock The Game." The woman on the other end of the phone said, "Hi, my name is Julie Jackson, I'm with XYZ company and we are a...and we... Read More
It's early January 2004. The Green Bay Packers are just 72 seconds away from their fourth NFC Championship game. They have a three-point lead over the Philadelphia Eagles, who face an impossible fourth down and 26 yards on their own 28-yard line. All Green Bay has to do is hold... Read More
Many mannequin manufacturers sell their mannequins in wholesale. This means that they sell large quantities at a discount. There are many advantages to buying a wholesale mannequin. Buying mannequins wholesale can save stores that need a large supply of them money. Wholesale mannequins made by the same manufacturer are usually... Read More
The best of all worlds is to have a product you can give away free and still make money. That world exists. The product need not be expensive or elaborate. It can be something simple - a sticker with a happy face, a pen with a logo, or some other... Read More
I learned something very interesting this week. Thankfully, what I learned was really at no one's expense. What I learned is that when you are on a sales call and you believe there is a possibility (even a remote one) that you may close, always take your contract or letter... Read More
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Hi, I'd like to discuss the most powerful words you... Read More
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This is an important and potentially profitable piece of advice.... Read More
1. When you make your first sale, follow-up with the... Read More
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