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Your prospects are programmed to reject you – here’s why

Communication is a fascinating issue. We have more tools and resources to use to communicate our message than at any time in our history....

Your prospects are programmed to reject you – here’s why

Communication is a fascinating issue. We have more tools and resources to use to communicate our message than at any time in our history....

7 Reasons your deals aren't closing

In Sales, there is nothing worse than a deal that won't close. As a salesperson, you worked hard to find your prospect and create an...

Attention Salespeople - It's not about you!

Salespeople, in general, tend to be outgoing, engaging, energetic people. If you’re familiar with the DISC Behavior Types, they tend to...

It's time to kill the Sales Dept!

Recently I was watching a show on television where a desperate, young, single mother is talking to her young son. In the scene, she...

Tis the Season to Reflect, Repent and Recommit!

This is the time of year when most sales newsletters publish articles about how sales reps need to avoid the distraction of the holidays,...

Stop Chasing Shiny Objects!

This is good advice for fish but also applies to salespeople. Prospecting for new business is hard! We have more ways to “connect” with...

Change vs Growth - What's Next?

If there is anything that the past 18 months has taught us, it is that things happen in life that force us to change. Think about the...

Sales Leader or Cat Herder - Which one are you?

Lets’ face it – salespeople are different. They are confident, independent, out-going, outspoken, reward-driven performers. They must...

7 Key Metrics for Profitable Sales Growth

Here’s a simple truth - more revenue does not always mean more profit. Most business owners recognize this, but their salespeople may...

Attn: Sales Leaders - Do you know what your role is?

If you are a Sales Leader, Businessowner or leader of a company, how would you answer this question – “What is the role of the Sales...

There are only 3 things you can do to increase sales.

A few years ago, I had the opportunity to work with and be mentored by Mark Palmer. Mark is a former CEO and executive sales leader for...

Why every salesperson should play golf

I have been in sales my entire career. Early on, I remember hearing people say things like “sales are closed on the golf course,” and I...

The Key to Being an Exceptional Salesperson

I’ve been around long enough to have learned a few things and I’ve come to understand that experience can be both a blessing and a curse....

Increasing Revenue is not a Sales Goal

How to develop a revenue plan to ensure profitable growth for your organization. Many business owners tend to equate growing a business...

The Owners Dilemma - How to get out of Sales

How do you transfer your drive and passion to succeed to your sales team? Does this sound like you? Perhaps you are a founder or owner of...