Sales guru Jill Konrath has a lot to teach us about crafting a strong Value Proposition. But her key point is very simple: Your message has to make the intangible tangible. Whether you’re selling to C-level executives or small business … Continue reading →
You’ve landed your meeting with the CFO. She and her team are all assembled and ready to listen. Barely five minutes into your presentation, you see the disenchanted looks on people’s faces and realize, with that sinking feeling, that no … Continue reading →
I saw this in a recent webinar, and it didn’t surprise me at all: 60% of sales opportunities with executives result in no change – the buyer ends up sticking with the status quo. For commercial producers this is probably … Continue reading →
The rapport-building tactic of mirroring & matching can sometimes produce stunning effects. As we subtly reflect back someone’s gestures and phrasing, they can experience a sense of comfort and relaxation, and a feeling of rapport develops. The effect is based … Continue reading →