Does Your Company Culture Respect the Sales Force?
If we asked this question to most company CEOs and their direct reports, we would expect a resounding yes followed by concrete examples of how their organization respects and supports the field sales force. Perception, however is not always reality. All too often, we hear the following comments being uttered about the sales force by […]
Why is 63 important to B2B sellers?
Question: Why is 63 important to B2B sellers? Answer: It’s the number of selling days you have in quarter 2 in the USA if your organization is on a January-December calendar year and observed holidays may vary by industry. Here is the breakdown: ✅ April 1-30 ➡ 22 selling days ✅ May 1-31 ➡ 22 selling days […]
Unlocking Sales Success with DiSC Assessments: A Must-Have Tool for Every Sales Professional
In the ever-evolving world of sales, understanding both yourself and your buyer is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity. The DiSC assessment stands at the forefront of this understanding, offering a mirror to our selling style and a window into the personalities of our buyers. Incorporating DiSC assessments can revolutionize your sales approach, training, and […]
Three Types of Listening in Sales and Beyond: Which One Are You?
Listening is a vital skill in sales, often used but rarely mastered. Let’s explore three listening types and reflect on which one you predominantly use in various professional and personal interactions. Selective Listening: The ‘mental filter’ approach. Here, you catch only fragments of the conversation, those that align with your assumptions or interests. It’s like […]
Are You Asking Prospects and Customers the Right Questions?
Recently one of the authors of this blog was out for dinner at a chain Italian restaurant with his wife. When we arrived, we asked for a booth with a view of the outdoors and were seated promptly by a friendly and outgoing hostess. Within 2-3 minutes our food server greeted us with a […]
Self- Inflicted Wounds in Sales
No one intentionally tries to lose a sale. It’s not uncommon, however, for even savvy sellers to inadvertently self-inflict a wound or two during the sales year. After all, it’s tough to be perfect all of the time. Here is our list of the most common self-inflicted wounds that we see in working with clients […]
A Sales Skill That is Often Ignored: Listening!
“Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.” Stephen R. Covey Are you a great listener? Most, if not all, sales professionals would say that they are great listeners. While most sales professionals would receive high grades many would be wrong if their clients or customers […]
Are You a “Memorable” Sales Rep?
You just made a sales call. You think it went well. The buying influence addressed all of your questions. You now believe that you have developed a corporate connection that lays the foundation for a mutually agreed upon next step. In retrospect, ask yourself, “Did you make a lasting impression, one that will resonate throughout […]
