Managing Sales Process

Under Control (Issue 492)

In which we are reminded to stay focused as we pursue our sales goals. Eight a.m. Saturday broke a crisp, golden sunny, glorious October morning as the contestants in the Head of the Charles Regatta began their events. Read more »

Reasons to Meet (Issue 490)

In which we are reminded that we can generate reasons for prospects to pay attention to us when we approach. We’ve just received notice that a local “light opera” company is planning to perform the musical, The Music Man, in a few weeks time. Read more »

Mother, Please! (Issue 489)

In which we are reminded to ask a few questions to determine whether our clients are really open to outside solutions. Frank is one of our neighbors… smart, funny, knowledgeable… and I do my best to avoid conversation opportunities with him. Read more »

More Than A Gut Feel (Issue 486)

In which we are reminded that to sell our value, rather than defend our cost, we must be able to quantify the value we’re selling. Read more »

Something to Talk About (Issue 485)

In which we consider a practical strategy  to connect with our prospects if we’ve not walked in their shoes. Read more »

The Value of a Nice Ride (Issue 482)

In which we are reminded that our greatest value and differentiation comes from “how” we do what we do rather than from the products we sell. Read more »

Turning Over New Leaves (Issue 481)

In which we discuss strategies to reduce rejection (and feeling down about it) in prospecting. Read more »

Next Steps (Issue 480)

In which we consider broadening our “next steps” questions to reduce objections and accelerate implementation of solutions. Read more »

Attract to Retain (Issue 479)

In which we are reminded that retaining customers is a process of continual attraction. Read more »

Playing to Space (Issue 476)

In which we consider a parallel between soccer tactics and performing as trusted advisors to our clients. Read more »

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