Managing Sales Process

I Forgot (Issue 745)

In which we are reminded that clients forget stuff, too, even really important stuff. Our sales jobs include reminding them. Read more »

Ruthless (Issue 744)

In which we are reminded that we can open up space and boost our productivity by purging “sentimental favorite” clients that provide little value so we can focus on the ones we can grow. Read more »

Hermione (Issue 742)

In which we are reminded that maintaining account records and information are critical to the seller’s craft. Read more »

Strawberry Festival – Change of Scene (Issue 738)

In which we are reminded to give our brains a break and change of scene, the better to generate ideas. Read more »

Dirty Work (Issue 738)

In which we are reminded that one of the most important obstacles to sales is our clients’ reluctance to face the dirty work of change after their purchase… and that we can help.  My wife and I are about to do the big “D.” Downsizing. We are leaving the home in which we have raised … Read more »

Rocky Path (Issue 736)

In which we are reminded not to be put off when others describe particular clients or prospects as “difficult”. Read more »

Early Preparation – Were You Thinking? (Issue 735)

In which we are reminded that winging it can reduce our credibility with clients. Read more »

Sharing Control (Issue 733)

In which we are reminded that “collaborative conversation” with clients is frequently better than “we keep control.” Read more »

Take What The Defense Gives You (Issue 732)

In which we are reminded to pursue issues in which our  clients are interested rather than issues we PLANNED to talk about. Read more »

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