Don?t Waste My Time!

Many participants in my programs ask how to deal with people who appear to be seeking information and nothing more. In many environments these individual's are called time wasters. Time wasters come in every shape and form but they usually possess a few consistent characteristics ? they ask a continuing... Read More

The Basic Secrets of A Million Dollar Sales Letter

"Accepting the consequences, good or bad, will free you; take a risk, but be aware that things sometimes turn out differently than you expected." -Marcia WiederNo matter what you try to sell, you really won't sell anything without getting a prospective buyer to purchase your product or service. In attempting... Read More

How to Sell: Selling Tips of Master Moms

"If you don't think well of yourself, no one will think anything of you." At least half of selling is a mind set. Set your mind to being selfish with positive self-image, positive self-talk and your self-esteem. The sale is made inside our head before it takes... Read More

How to Lose the Sale Quickly & Easily

Here are five sure-fire ways to guarantee you will not get the sale;Focus on yourself. I recall meeting several salespeople from a variety of vendors regarding an initiative I was working on for a client. EVERY single person began their presentation by telling me about their company rather than learning... Read More

Selling For Keeps

When you are in sales and you come across a customer, you don't want to think of that customer as someone you can only make one sale to, you want to think of them as someone you can make several sales to.I can remember not to long ago when I... Read More

Selling -abilities : Part 2

In the last article I talked about different strategies for selling the 'reliability' aspect of your software or hardware. I mentioned how most high tech salespeople love to talk about their "-abilities": Reliability, Upgradeability, Compatibility and Expandability. In this article I want to discuss... Read More

Nine Keys to Make your Sales Copy Convincing

Would you pay $12,500 to discover the keys to great sales copy? Maybe not, but Brian Keith Voiles did. And he put it to use for Fortune 500 Companies. You may not have that kind of promotion money, so here are the nine keys for FREE. Be sure you cover... Read More

5 Ways to Encourage Impulse Purchases

I just bought six square pieces of spongy fabric for $20 and walked away happy - "victim" of an impulse purchase.I was at one of those big show events and walked past a demonstration booth. I even knew it was coming. About 50% of the people walking out were carrying... Read More

Selling Services

Selling a service isn't the same as selling a product. Your prospect is buying an intangible. There are no shiny buttons to show off. You and your company are the visible representations of the service. You need to live up to them in your image. (marketing) And in how you... Read More

Finding a Used Mannequin

Many stores on a budget choose to buy a used mannequin. Used mannequins are a good deal for several reasons. Many stores do not see the purpose in buying new mannequins when used ones work just as well. While some used mannequins may have slight damage or need to be... Read More

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Forgive All Ebay Sins!

Over the years, I have been amazed at... Read More

Ten FAST Ways to Sell Your Products

Always give a reason for the sale for credibility. 1.... Read More

Are You REALLY Listening?

Being a good listener requires more than just keeping quiet... Read More

Secrets to Buying Without Being Sold

Have you ever asked yourself, now how did I let... Read More

6 Steps on How to Install Confidence Into Your Clients

What methods can we use to install confidence into your... Read More

Incentive Dilemma:

Manufacturers and distributors are rolling out more sales incentive programs... Read More

Impotent Questions - How Much Are They Costing You?

Last issue we talked about what motivates people to buy... Read More

Handling Objections

HANDLING OBJECTIONSSales presentation is not always going to be plain... Read More

More Cleaning and Janitorial Customers Using Yahoo

We use this method to find new cleaningcustomers, and it... Read More

Casual Networking

What comes to mind when you think of networking --... Read More

A Stupid Question, but it has to be asked

This is a stupid question but it has to be... Read More

Clear Up Blurry Communication

One of the top brewing companies in America is a... Read More

Is Sales Profession an Oxymoron?

If you are in Sales, you have probably heard these... Read More

Female Mannequins: An Overview

Female mannequins are very common in clothing stores. They are... Read More

Doomed Before You Dial?

Several weeks ago, I conducted a "Mastering the Cold Call"... Read More

?The Power Of Consumer Opinion, & How To Profit From It!?

Selling is just a whole lot easier when you know... Read More

Its Better When They Tell Them

You know that word of mouth can grow your business.... Read More

The Most Important Word in a Business Letter

What do you think it is? Many experts insist it's... Read More

Unique Selling Propositions

If you have competitors, then you should have at least... Read More

Building Relationships

A conversation: The Salesperson: "I don't cold call-I want to... Read More

Why Arent They Buying?

You've polished your sales page over and over againuntil it's... Read More

How to Set Appointments

The Importance of setting appointments is crucial to running a... Read More

How to Really Benefit from Associations (Part 1 of 3-Part Series)

Looking for new leads, new contacts, new business opportunities? Do... Read More

Program Your Biocomputer For Sales Success

Selling isn't something you do to people, it's something you... Read More

Get The Help You Need With Fund Raising Ideas

There are many fund raising ideas on the market today... Read More

Another Warm Lead

Saturday morning, I sat in my pajamas, sipping strong, black... Read More

The Biggest Mistake In Selling!

Some trainers and sales managers teach that there are prospects... Read More

Selling Against Goliath

Selling Against Goliath?How to Take on the Big Guys and... Read More

The Trusted Advisor Relationship: What Is It, and What Should It Be?

For the past months, maybe a year, I've been hearing... Read More

Too Much Empathy Will Cost You Money

Ever have a prospect start out your sales call by... Read More

How to ASK for Business -- WITHOUT appearing Pushy --

GIVING Vs "SELLING"Never lose sight of the importance of providing... Read More

Focus on a Trade - Not a Discount

Smart buyers will always ask for a better price. Unfortunately,... Read More

Great Telephone Skills

Having good telephone skills is crucial as the call may... Read More