Sales Performance Tips Archive

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Two Reasons to Love an Uncertain Customer

Until you know what your customer is buying, you don’t know what you’re selling. But what if the customer doesn’t have a clear Concept of what the problem is and what can be done to resolve it?
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How to Sell to Big-Picture Executives

It’s quite possible that there’s a mismatch between how your usual audience wants information presented to them and how you’re presenting. Is your default selling style set up to fail? Read more

Beware the Deal Killer

A deal killer is someone who either fears losing if the company goes with your proposal or who wants your competition’s solutions. He will oppose your entry or continuing presence in his organization, but there are a number of actions you can take to tackle his efforts head on. Read more

The Dog-and-Pony Show Conundrum

A Sales Performance Tips reader asked: “If dog-and-pony shows won’t cut it anymore, should I still be doing product demos?”
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Where Are Your Sales Getting Stuck?

Locating where sales stall in your sales funnel can give you the intel to get them moving again. Read more

Get Invited to the Executive Suite

The more calls made, the more appointments will be set. It’s valid approach, and persistence can be a very useful virtue. But it won’t get you far. Read more

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