Each and every prospect is different. And, included in these differences is a unique communication preference. If you aren’t adjusting your own style for each prospect’s you risk pushing potential buyers away.
Tag: communication
Active Listening: Are You Doing It?
Likely, sales reps have heard about the importance of active listening. But very few have probably taken the time to learn what it truly is, let alone hone it as a skill.
Don’t Be Afraid To Change
It was Benjamin Franklin who said that nothing in this world is certain except death or taxes. But in reality, we should really add change to that list.
What to do about the Mad Hatter in Your Organization
The Hatter in Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is sometimes called the Mad Hatter. Do you know why? And do you know why having an employee who behaves like a Mad Hatter in your organization is a managerial call-to-action?
Overcome These Common Biases All Sellers Face
Biases exist, whether we like it or not. It’s up to salespeople to overcome buyers’ internal biases to make the sale.
Manage Smarter 59: Overcommunication is Impossible!
Lee Caraher is the best-selling author of two books titled The Boomerang Principle–Inspire Lifetime Loyalty from Your Employees and Millennials & Management. She’s also the CEO of Double Forte, a national PR/Communications agency headquartered in San Francisco and New York. In this episode, we discuss: how your career can suffer from poor communication; managing to hold teams accountable for information they receive; and managing how you talk to millennial workers.
Research Reveals Best Way to First Contact a Prospect
It’s no secret that top-performing sales reps do things differently than others in the industry. Thankfully, recent insights shed some light on the tactics of top performers, as well as what buyers want during that first contact.
A Little Empathy Can Go A Long Way In Sales
From Alexa to self-driving vehicles, technology advances are impacting many industries. But, should sales reps be afraid of being replaced?
Risk-Reversal Language Can Boost Win Rates
Buyer anxiety can strike at any time during the sales process. But, it’s most likely to pop up during the late stages. Believe it or not, what you say can have a big influence on dissipating that anxiety.
Nonverbal Cues You Are Missing, According to Sign Language Users
Many people don’t think twice about body language. But for others, it’s vital to communication. Users of American Sign Language (ASL) rely heavily on others’ movements and expressions to understand what is being said and expressed.
Have You Set A Goldilocks Point For Your Team?
You and your team members probably think that technology is helping you multitask and work more efficiently, but that’s not always the case. Have you ever wondered if there is a Goldilocks point – a perfect balance between being always connected and working alone?
The One Thing to Forget When Selling
To be successful in sales, forget that you are a salesperson. Sounds weird, right? But having this mindset will help you focus on what’s REALLY important when selling.
