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Tossing around those $2 outside-the-box words


February 8, 2012 by Charlie Walker

Some people accuse marketers of snagging too much of the “low-hanging fruit” in the terms and words they use to impress would-be customers. But certain marketers would contest that, saying they go “outside the box” with amazing regularity. More…

10 Phrases Salespeople Hate To Hear


February 7, 2012 by Bob Hill

When you’ve got a hot prospect in your sites, these 10 phrases are anything but welcome:  More…

7 wacky – but true – questions for job applicants


February 7, 2012 by Charlie Walker

The job market’s been tough for a while, no matter which side of the table you’re seated on. Job candidates are eager to show you what an asset they’ll be. If you’re hiring, you want to be able to sort out the contenders from the pretenders. More…

Don’t touch these 4 topics on your social media page


January 30, 2012 by Charlie Walker

You set up a Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Google+ page and keep it fresh in the hopes it’ll keep existing customers engaged with your company as well as attract new customers. Piece of cake, right? Not really. More…

Super Bowl ads: $3.5 million for 30 seconds; who’s going to win? (Not the game)


January 25, 2012 by Charlie Walker

The Super Bowl is (almost) here, and companies are licking their chops over the opportunity to spend an average of $3.5 million for a 30-second spot plugging a product or service. More…

How to write a winning proposal


January 19, 2012 by Ken Dooley

Some salespeople who have no problem delivering proposals face-to-face with prospects develop writer’s block when they are asked to put them in writing. Written proposals can make or break a deal, so they should be written with care.   Here’s a suggested outline for a proposal: More…

Cold call mental programming that pays off: 24 inspirational quotes


January 4, 2012 by Ken Dooley

Studies have shown that some salespeople reduce their cold calling efforts by as much as 38% during tough times. That’s not good. More…

5 questions salespeople don’t ask (even though they should)


January 2, 2012 by Bob Hill

In life and in Sales, sometimes it’s the most awkward questions that lead us to the right answers. Here are five sales-centric examples:  More…

What to say – if you want to receive a pink slip!


December 28, 2011 by Charlie Walker

Don’t people always say it’s better to give than to receive? Well, you better not try to give your boss any of these lines – or you could be receiving a pink slip. More…

Loop me in: Buzzwords that drive us nuts


December 27, 2011 by Charlie Walker

What’s the problem with boxes, anyway? They’re useful for lots of stuff, from shipping to storage – and stashing “low-hanging fruit.” So how do you explain the deep-toned admonishments to think outside of one? More…

10 things prospects REALLY say once they hang up the phone


December 20, 2011 by Bob Hill

Ever wondered what a prospect’s knee-jerk reaction is after fielding a cold call? Here are 10 of the most common comments overheard once the line goes dead:  More…

How to botch a sale in 1 easy (early) step


December 13, 2011 by Ken Dooley

In their haste to satisfy customers, many salespeople make a big mistake.

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Another dumb reason companies get sued


December 9, 2011 by Jim Giuliano

Nine times out of 10, an employee lawsuit grows out of a stupid mistake made by a manager who should have known better. Here’s a typical one, and a chance to ask yourself, “Would one of my managers do this?”

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The art of sucking up: It works (for some)


December 7, 2011 by Charlie Walker

Eddie Haskells of the world, unite! More…

Are your people guilty of the No. 1 mistake that turns prospects off?


December 6, 2011 by Ken Dooley

Here’s some critical information to share at your next sales meeting. More…

5 prospect expectations that make or break a sale


November 30, 2011 by Ken Dooley

Knowing what prospects expect may be the most important key to successful selling today. Here are five prospect expectations that, when met, create solid relationships. More…

4 skills that make great managers


November 25, 2011 by Bob Hill

Various studies have proven these four areas separate top-notch managers from their average counterparts:  More…

5 presentation lessons from the master — Steve Jobs


November 23, 2011 by Bob Hill

The late Apple co-founder will be remembered for a number of things, including his ability to attract and captivate audiences and the media. An analysis shows he used the same formula — one that anyone else can employ. More…

Firm hit by layoff gets ‘best workplace’ award: How?


November 23, 2011 by Jim Giuliano

Here’s a story about how management faced a tough decision, and came away with the admiration of its employees — even the ones that got laid off.

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5 prospect expectations that make or break the sale


November 17, 2011 by Ken Dooley

Knowing what prospects expect may be the most important key to successful selling today. Here are five prospect expectations that, when met, create solid relationships: More…


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