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Why Introverts Can Make Great Salespeople When you think of a successful salesperson, you might envision someone who is outgoing, charismatic, and naturally extroverted. However, that stereotype overlooks some of the unique strengths that introverts bring to the game. As a matter of fact, selling suits an introverted population well, with a fair number of ...

I grew up in selling at Xerox in an incredibly sales-focused environment. One of our sacred operational mantras was the well-known “plan your work, work your plan”. In selling to and serving major Xerox clients, we were trained not only to go deep and wide in our accounts but to do the same across our ...

A new career or business requires adapting to varying thoughts and ideas that seem insurmountable at first. Next, hesitation to proceed enters our hearts and minds, raising the question, ‘What was I thinking?’ Sadly, the next typical thought is, ‘I’m not going to proceed.’ Finally, quitting soon follows, leaving the idea of achieving our fondest ...

There are many extremely useful lessons learned from the Tao Te Ching that were written in approximately 400 BC, which can be adapted for better sales techniques and general professional development. Embrace Change “The only constant is change,” it says in the Tao Te Ching. This is true for the constantly changing market conditions, evolving ...

The first sales slogan to accept is that upfront, people buy you, not your product or service. Therefore, it is critical to establish a standout brand and focus on being original in how you serve and accommodate clientele and audiences globally. Moreover, trustworthiness is essential. It is always wise to question our unique mindset, ambition ...

So, let’s cut to the chase – you’re here for one thing: crafting a killer sales pitch. You know, the kind that gets folks nodding along, wallets practically leaping out of pockets. It’s no simple magic trick; it’s an art form with some science sprinkled in. With all that in mind, here’s what you need ...

If you’re running an online business, you know the drill: more sales equals more success. But since everyone is fighting for attention online, how do you actually stand out and get those sales numbers climbing? Instagram gurus and big-shot entrepreneurs will tell you the basic textbook and what not. Sure, that worked when there were ...

In an ideal world, negotiations would always happen face-to-face, allowing for immediate responses and a clearer read of the room. However, as virtual communication becomes the norm, negotiating via email has become increasingly prevalent. Customers, especially, are opting for email negotiations. Why? Because email offers them a distinct advantage. By negotiating through email, customers can: ...