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By: Karen Swim

Karen Swim — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:12:23 +0000

Hi Sara, that is so true. However, it does take a bit of practice to take the objections and not internalize. My first month in sales I ate a lot of ice cream! Thanks for dropping in and commenting!

Moise, I was so certain I had responded to your comment early on. Please forgive me! Two ears, one mouth. Yes, I can think of how that applies to so much of life. It is interesting that you mention face to face versus phone. I am not fond of selling by phone but since going into business I have had to adjust. All of my clients are somewhere else so I have had to learn. Thanks for furthering the discussion!

By: Sara

Sara — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 21:30:31 +0000

I particularly like the last paragraph on objections. It’s so easy to focus on the negative when objections are really an opportunity to greatly improve.

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By: Moise

Moise — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 09:47:34 +0000

Hi, when you say ;
“Two ears, one mouth. The old adage says that God gave us two ears and only one mouth for a reason. Sales is all about listening.”
I agree with you , but the first few minutes, you need to “communicate” clearly what you have to propose, and “then” listen.
Body language is also really important ……
I prefer to face someone than try to sell something on the phone.

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By: Dhane Diesil

Dhane Diesil — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 02:46:35 +0000

Excellent article.

Generating leads are definite important, especially when you’re busy. How to do it is that hard part. And that’s where most people struggle.

However, there are too many resources out there that make the process easier, but they still require the effort.

One way I’m able to generate leads is giving things away for free.

We can all afford to give something away for free. So think about it and you’ll come up with something. However, the longer you think the more the leads will keep passing you by.

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