Are You and Your Buyers Compatible

Are You and Your Buyers Compatible

What makes you compatible with a prospective buyer? Isn’t it likely that a buyer will buy from a seller with whom the buyer is compatible, comfortable, and trusting? Yes, your price has to be sharp. Though, it’s likely you’ll be told what price you need to hit when...
Converting Common Interests into Sales

Converting Common Interests into Sales

What happens when you meet a salesperson who doesn’t stop talking? Does it make a good impression? I doubt it. Most likely, you are turned off.  In two recent blogs, we focused on the: Best opening question to ask when meeting someone for the first time, and  Power of...
Common Interests Lead to Sales – Part 2

Common Interests Lead to Sales – Part 2

In our last blog, we highlighted the best opening question to ask when meeting someone for the first time at a business event. That first impression is lasting so your “opening line” is paramount. Why Buy From You? Tough question! What differentiates you from your...
Common Interests Lead to Sales

Common Interests Lead to Sales

What is your opening question when you meet someone for the first time at a business networking event? Is it: What do you do for a living? What do you like to do when you are not working? Question two gets big smiles and bright eyes! Question one gets short answers....
Help…I am Drowning in Salespeople Follow-Up!

Help…I am Drowning in Salespeople Follow-Up!

Imagine a company with 5 salespeople that doesn’t have a CRM system. It’s like running a business with your hands tied behind your back.   Mary and Pat Dealmaker have owned 2Ds Business Brokerage (2D) for 5 years. Three years ago, they hired 2...
I’ve Been Promoted to VP of Sales – Now What?

I’ve Been Promoted to VP of Sales – Now What?

Ellie Dimond was promoted to Vice President of Sales for ZANO Products, a distributor of plasticware to retailers. Previously, ZANO’s owner, Michael Zanowitz (MZ), ran sales and was old school. Ellie asked to make changes and MZ said, “Tell me what you need, and I...