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From preparation to execution, sales presentations can be difficult to manage. Previously, we’ve published some tips for pitching in general, but in this article Simon delves deeper into the underlying problems with sales presentations today – and tells us how to address them. MORE
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But if modern, authentic sales process isn’t understood or applied, email morphs into opening words like, “How are you today?” To gain commitment and advance to closing the sale depends on YOU. Looking for a speaker for your next sales meeting or conference? “Email isn’t just a response to a request but a strategic tool that can set you apart from others” SpeakerSue. Email, when used strategically, is an amazing tool to initiate, nurture, grow and close business. MORE
Last week I received a call from a sales manager whose team we worked with last year. While this is certainly frustrating for the sales manager, it is understandable. So implement these 5 strategies today and watch your sales team’s presentation skills (and closing ratios) soar. MORE
There’s a scene in the British comedy Cemetery Junction that I love because I think it’s a perfect representation of the power of sales stories and storytelling in sales. The more seasoned salesman, he approaches the pitch from a sales storytelling angle. MORE
When this occurs they become more inclined to give credibility to the presenter’s sales message. Successful sales presentations amplify similarity, while minimising difference. Let’s take a ten second case-study: Imagine you are the Sales Director of an IT company. MORE
Do e-book sales cannibalize print sales? Freelance Writing - General Marketing Your Services My Books Self-Publishing & Print On Demand creating e-books creating e-pubs e-books Kindle books sales of e-booksFind out what Paul Lima has experienced. MORE
Improve your communication skills in a sales setting. Tim ‘Gonzo’ Gordon and Roger Pike discuss the benefits of good sales communication skills – and help show you how to develop those skills. MORE
“When you make a sales pitch, you are not there to close a deal; you are there to open a relationship.” ” That one sentence captures the essence of a great book on sales: Sales Pitches that Snap, Crackle ‘n Pop by Jack Vincent. MORE
Volumes have been written about the skills needed for successful sales presentations. Top sales performers embrace not only these sales skills but, most importantly, this fundamental of effective presenting: focus on the audience. They are clear that a sales presentation should be a dialogue between salesperson and audience. Most sales presentations typically involve small enough numbers of people to facilitate this. MORE
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The post What is Your Sales Posture? Most Recent Post Speaking Profession fees sales sales posture sell from the platform selling strategies stand tall in your feesLast month at Acceleration 365, my live event in Florida, I felt like a rock star. I opened the conference with an inspiring message and really connected with my audience. The program was going so well, I was thrilled. MORE
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That is how Eric described the icky feeling when “Some goof asks to join my network and then hits me with a sales pitch ten minutes later.”. No spammy sales tactics! No sales pitch. Looking for a speaker for your next sales meeting or conference? “This is like asking for a woman’s phone number ten minutes after meeting her.” Eric Field. MORE
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That’s where a sales funnel (sometimes called a sales pipeline) comes into play. Exactly What is a Sales Funnel? Put simply, a sales funnel is a process through which companies lead their targeted customers to a purchase. Prospects, Leads, Proposal, Sales. MORE
Here are eight ideas for creating a sales presentation outline that targets your sales message onto this specific customer, in this specific moment. Link to the sales cycle. Early in the sales cycle: Address broad issues. Late in the sales cycle: Reassurance. MORE
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In a previous post, I announced that Rhetoric – The Public Speaking Game™ is now available as an app. You can read that post here. RHETORIC can be played in English, Spanish, French, German and Catalan. More languages will be added in 2017. … Continue reading → Rhetoric Dan Pink Florian Mueck gamification public speaking Rhetoric - The Public Speaking Game Springwise MORE
Professional speakers, freelance speechwriters and entrepreneurs must learn the sales strategies and techniques that will secure appointments in today’s volatile economy. Business Communication National Speakers Association Sales techniquesThat means getting past gatekeepers and getting to decision makers. Armies of executive assistants and the sub-second attention span of crazy-busy executives are barriers to overcome. MORE
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Ironically though, many speakers don’t put storytelling to use in their sales strategy. The post Using Storytelling as a Sales Tool appeared first on Jane Atkinson. As a professional speaker, you likely understand the importance of storytelling on stage. MORE
If they don’t like you, you’re losing sales because really they don’t need you. So if you’re going to boost sales, they have to feel differently about themselves when they deal with you. The more they like you and how they feel dealing with you, the more you’ll increase sales. MORE
If your words don’t communicate care, excitement and alignment, the new sales cycle will work against you. But when communicating virtually to customers who pretty much control the sales cycle, it’s more about making their buying experience smart, safe and simple. MORE
How would you react when you heard that British sales statement? It’s a challenge faced by sales presenters. In terms of sales presentation structure, this isn’t a technique to either lead with or finish on. “Brits aren’t the most uncivilised people in the World.”. MORE
In this article, Simon explains this as The Sales Presentation Paradox, and gives some pertinent advice to make sure your next sales presentation accomplishes exactly what you want it to. … Message Performance Corporate Speaking featured Pitching PowerPoint preparation Sales Presentations MORE
What are the communications secrets of a sale? How can you size up a potential customer, develop a fast and durable relationship, and close the sale? Nick has written the following steps that will ensure a win for you (almost) every time. MORE
And the cherry on top – developing a sales strategy for booking more speaking gigs. The post Developing a Sales Strategy for Booking More Speaking Gigs appeared first on Jane Atkinson. There is a lot that goes into building a speaking business. MORE
In this post I’m going to share this formula for sales success with you. Influencing Presentation Skills Sales Techniques. Selling skills sales success formulaSometimes it’s the simplest ideas that are the most useful. MORE
The post Sales Intel for Speakers with Sam Richter appeared first on Jane Atkinson. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast we are talking about technology and how it relates to sales. Considered one of the world’s foremost experts on sales intelligence and digital reputation management, bestselling author Sam Richter, CSP delivers highly entertaining presentations to audiences worldwide. MORE
Then, focus on positive, personable, approachable and vibrant word choices to advance the sale. For information on a customized email sales writing workshop for your group, please email Sue@SpeakerSue.com or complete our quick Interest form to check Sue’s availability. If Twitter can gain a “14-fold increase in replies” by being authentic, on-brand and fun, can you envision the awesome results you can achieve by infusing personality into your messaging? < MORE
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Do you gives sales presentations? Here are some of my thoughts about what makes a successful sales presentation: You have a solution that the potential customer needs. Perhaps you travel to prospective clients ‘ offices and pitch a product or service. MORE
The ability to imagine a positive experience is key to elevating buyer confidence – and advancing your sale. Are you looking for fresh, modern ideas to boost success at your next sales meeting or conference? According to multiple research sources, more than price, hotel decisions are guided by imagery and feeling. Top performers understand that just answering questions will never be enough. More “concessions” won’t convert the lead. Sellers who win business (away from you?) MORE
The only thing better than hearing a sales objection is booking the business without any questions. You’re a sales person! But when you are/have a great option, it’s up to you to, as we stopped saying around 2008, “overcome their sales objection.”. Here’s how to win their trust, boost your likeability and advance to the next step in your sale: Listen for the points you can agree with. MORE
Analogy is to a sales presentation what 3D surround sound is to a movie. This is the final point about analogies in sales presentations. Sales Presentation analogical reasoning analogy description parallel Persuasion presenting sales by Peter Watts. MORE
What is your primary goal in making a sales presentation? So why do so many sales-presenters try to conceal the fact? You avoided any words to do with sales because you didn’t want to sound sleazy, but instead you’ve made yourself sound evasive. You’re there to sell! MORE
The fields of social media, sales, and public speaking, can all benefit when they work together. Sales meanwhile, are never afraid to ask for the business. They also understand that for every customer journey, there must be an end-point; the sale. MORE
Write sloppily and you’re loaned less money, interviewed less frequently and are less likely to advance the sale. your (again) much more likely to make the positive impression needed to advance the sale to, two, too. Are you looking for fresh, modern ideas to boost success at your next sales meeting or conference? The easiest way to be a better seller is to make a better impression with your emails. MORE
How do you fill your sales funnel? The post Using LinkedIn to Fill Your Sales Funnel with Jennifer Darling appeared first on Jane Atkinson. How do you fill your sales funnel? If you have not tapped into the power of LinkedIn to fill our sales funnel, then you are definitely going to want to listen to this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast and our special guest, Jennifer Darling. Are you using LinkedIn to fill your sales funnel? MORE
When talking about knowing our strengths, one of the terms he used was “superpower” and it got me wondering… What’s your sales superpower? The post What is Your Sales Superpower? I hired Ed Tate to come and deliver presentations skills training for my live event in February and boy did he deliver. One of my clients, Generations Expert, Amanda Hammett, was busting […]. appeared first on Jane Atkinson. MORE
Who decides what kind of sales presentation to deliver? An ability to adapt our presentation style will give us the best chance to meet our audience’s needs and to make that sale. Formal or informal? Passive or interactive? MORE
If there’s one key learning that will improve your sales conversations, it is this: Sales is an iceberg, not a mountain. … Understand your Audience Listening Skills Pitching Questions Sales presentation MORE
At the core of a sales presentation are logical arguments that lay out why your product benefits the customer. Those sales arguments need the force of mathematical logic. Their sales argument is: “Successful SME’s value our tax advice, If you’re a successful SME. by Peter Watts. MORE
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MARCH 18, 2013
What is your primary goal in making a sales presentation? So why do so many sales-presenters try to conceal the fact? You avoided any words to do with sales because you didn’t want to sound sleazy, but instead you’ve made yourself sound evasive. You’re there to sell!
The Presenter's Blog
MARCH 11, 2013
When this occurs they become more inclined to give credibility to the presenter’s sales message. Successful sales presentations amplify similarity, while minimising difference. Let’s take a ten second case-study: Imagine you are the Sales Director of an IT company.
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Speaker Launcher
MARCH 17, 2020
Ironically though, many speakers don’t put storytelling to use in their sales strategy. The post Using Storytelling as a Sales Tool appeared first on Jane Atkinson. As a professional speaker, you likely understand the importance of storytelling on stage.
The Presenter's Blog
APRIL 30, 2013
Here are eight ideas for creating a sales presentation outline that targets your sales message onto this specific customer, in this specific moment. Link to the sales cycle. Early in the sales cycle: Address broad issues. Late in the sales cycle: Reassurance.
The Presenter's Blog
APRIL 2, 2013
At the core of a sales presentation are logical arguments that lay out why your product benefits the customer. Those sales arguments need the force of mathematical logic. Their sales argument is: “Successful SME’s value our tax advice, If you’re a successful SME. by Peter Watts.
The Presenter's Blog
MARCH 25, 2013
How would you react when you heard that British sales statement? It’s a challenge faced by sales presenters. In terms of sales presentation structure, this isn’t a technique to either lead with or finish on. “Brits aren’t the most uncivilised people in the World.”.
Speaker Launcher
MAY 21, 2019
And the cherry on top – developing a sales strategy for booking more speaking gigs. The post Developing a Sales Strategy for Booking More Speaking Gigs appeared first on Jane Atkinson. There is a lot that goes into building a speaking business.
The Presenter's Blog
JULY 7, 2012
The fields of social media, sales, and public speaking, can all benefit when they work together. Sales meanwhile, are never afraid to ask for the business. They also understand that for every customer journey, there must be an end-point; the sale.
Presentation Guru
DECEMBER 20, 2016
In this article, Simon explains this as The Sales Presentation Paradox, and gives some pertinent advice to make sure your next sales presentation accomplishes exactly what you want it to. … Message Performance Corporate Speaking featured Pitching PowerPoint preparation Sales Presentations
The Presenter's Blog
AUGUST 8, 2013
Analogy is to a sales presentation what 3D surround sound is to a movie. This is the final point about analogies in sales presentations. Sales Presentation analogical reasoning analogy description parallel Persuasion presenting sales by Peter Watts.
SpeakerSue Says...
FEBRUARY 22, 2019
If they don’t like you, you’re losing sales because really they don’t need you. So if you’re going to boost sales, they have to feel differently about themselves when they deal with you. The more they like you and how they feel dealing with you, the more you’ll increase sales.
SpeakerSue Says...
FEBRUARY 13, 2020
The ability to imagine a positive experience is key to elevating buyer confidence – and advancing your sale. Are you looking for fresh, modern ideas to boost success at your next sales meeting or conference? According to multiple research sources, more than price, hotel decisions are guided by imagery and feeling. Top performers understand that just answering questions will never be enough. More “concessions” won’t convert the lead. Sellers who win business (away from you?)
TJ Walker Interactive
JUNE 12, 2014
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SpeakerSue Says...
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
If your words don’t communicate care, excitement and alignment, the new sales cycle will work against you. But when communicating virtually to customers who pretty much control the sales cycle, it’s more about making their buying experience smart, safe and simple.
Duarte Blog
JUNE 13, 2017
There’s a scene in the British comedy Cemetery Junction that I love because I think it’s a perfect representation of the power of sales stories and storytelling in sales. The more seasoned salesman, he approaches the pitch from a sales storytelling angle.
SlideModel
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
That’s where a sales funnel (sometimes called a sales pipeline) comes into play. Exactly What is a Sales Funnel? Put simply, a sales funnel is a process through which companies lead their targeted customers to a purchase. Prospects, Leads, Proposal, Sales.
Speaker Launcher
MARCH 13, 2018
The post What is Your Sales Posture? Most Recent Post Speaking Profession fees sales sales posture sell from the platform selling strategies stand tall in your feesLast month at Acceleration 365, my live event in Florida, I felt like a rock star. I opened the conference with an inspiring message and really connected with my audience. The program was going so well, I was thrilled.
Presentation Guru
OCTOBER 10, 2016
From preparation to execution, sales presentations can be difficult to manage. Previously, we’ve published some tips for pitching in general, but in this article Simon delves deeper into the underlying problems with sales presentations today – and tells us how to address them.
SpeakerSue Says...
JULY 26, 2019
The only thing better than hearing a sales objection is booking the business without any questions. You’re a sales person! But when you are/have a great option, it’s up to you to, as we stopped saying around 2008, “overcome their sales objection.”. Here’s how to win their trust, boost your likeability and advance to the next step in your sale: Listen for the points you can agree with.
Manner of Speaking
NOVEMBER 24, 2016
In a previous post, I announced that Rhetoric – The Public Speaking Game™ is now available as an app. You can read that post here. RHETORIC can be played in English, Spanish, French, German and Catalan. More languages will be added in 2017. … Continue reading → Rhetoric Dan Pink Florian Mueck gamification public speaking Rhetoric - The Public Speaking Game Springwise
SpeakerSue Says...
JANUARY 3, 2020
Write sloppily and you’re loaned less money, interviewed less frequently and are less likely to advance the sale. your (again) much more likely to make the positive impression needed to advance the sale to, two, too. Are you looking for fresh, modern ideas to boost success at your next sales meeting or conference? The easiest way to be a better seller is to make a better impression with your emails.
Speaker Launcher
MAY 1, 2018
When talking about knowing our strengths, one of the terms he used was “superpower” and it got me wondering… What’s your sales superpower? The post What is Your Sales Superpower? I hired Ed Tate to come and deliver presentations skills training for my live event in February and boy did he deliver. One of my clients, Generations Expert, Amanda Hammett, was busting […]. appeared first on Jane Atkinson.
Professionally Speaking...
MARCH 10, 2010
Volumes have been written about the skills needed for successful sales presentations. Top sales performers embrace not only these sales skills but, most importantly, this fundamental of effective presenting: focus on the audience. They are clear that a sales presentation should be a dialogue between salesperson and audience. Most sales presentations typically involve small enough numbers of people to facilitate this.
Presentation Guru
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
What are the communications secrets of a sale? How can you size up a potential customer, develop a fast and durable relationship, and close the sale? Nick has written the following steps that will ensure a win for you (almost) every time.
SpeakerSue Says...
DECEMBER 20, 2019
Are you looking for fresh, modern ideas to boost success at your next sales meeting or conference? Email Sales Writing Email Tips Featured Selling Skills email as a sales tool email etiquette and productivity email productivity hospitality and hotel sales Hospitality Sales how to say it to sell it Power Sales Writing prospecting sales mastery sales skills sales success sales training say it to sell it SpeakerSue
SpeakerSue Says...
MAY 17, 2019
But if modern, authentic sales process isn’t understood or applied, email morphs into opening words like, “How are you today?” To gain commitment and advance to closing the sale depends on YOU. Looking for a speaker for your next sales meeting or conference? “Email isn’t just a response to a request but a strategic tool that can set you apart from others” SpeakerSue. Email, when used strategically, is an amazing tool to initiate, nurture, grow and close business.
Speaker Launcher
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
The post Sales Intel for Speakers with Sam Richter appeared first on Jane Atkinson. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast we are talking about technology and how it relates to sales. Considered one of the world’s foremost experts on sales intelligence and digital reputation management, bestselling author Sam Richter, CSP delivers highly entertaining presentations to audiences worldwide.
Presentation Guru
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
If there’s one key learning that will improve your sales conversations, it is this: Sales is an iceberg, not a mountain. … Understand your Audience Listening Skills Pitching Questions Sales presentation
TJ Walker Interactive
OCTOBER 20, 2013
Uncategorized sales presentations
TJ Walker Interactive
OCTOBER 20, 2013
Uncategorized sales presentation training
TJ Walker Interactive
OCTOBER 20, 2013
Uncategorized sales presentation training
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
AUGUST 10, 2012
Do e-book sales cannibalize print sales? Freelance Writing - General Marketing Your Services My Books Self-Publishing & Print On Demand creating e-books creating e-pubs e-books Kindle books sales of e-booksFind out what Paul Lima has experienced.
TJ Walker Interactive
OCTOBER 20, 2013
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TJ Walker Interactive
OCTOBER 20, 2013
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SpeakerSue Says...
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
Then, focus on positive, personable, approachable and vibrant word choices to advance the sale. For information on a customized email sales writing workshop for your group, please email Sue@SpeakerSue.com or complete our quick Interest form to check Sue’s availability. If Twitter can gain a “14-fold increase in replies” by being authentic, on-brand and fun, can you envision the awesome results you can achieve by infusing personality into your messaging? <
Speaker Launcher
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
How do you fill your sales funnel? The post Using LinkedIn to Fill Your Sales Funnel with Jennifer Darling appeared first on Jane Atkinson. How do you fill your sales funnel? If you have not tapped into the power of LinkedIn to fill our sales funnel, then you are definitely going to want to listen to this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast and our special guest, Jennifer Darling. Are you using LinkedIn to fill your sales funnel?
Inter-Activ Presenting and Influencing
MARCH 18, 2013
In this post I’m going to share this formula for sales success with you. Influencing Presentation Skills Sales Techniques. Selling skills sales success formulaSometimes it’s the simplest ideas that are the most useful.
Presentation Guru
MARCH 7, 2017
Who decides what kind of sales presentation to deliver? An ability to adapt our presentation style will give us the best chance to meet our audience’s needs and to make that sale. Formal or informal? Passive or interactive?
SpeakerSue Says...
JULY 12, 2019
That is how Eric described the icky feeling when “Some goof asks to join my network and then hits me with a sales pitch ten minutes later.”. No spammy sales tactics! No sales pitch. Looking for a speaker for your next sales meeting or conference? “This is like asking for a woman’s phone number ten minutes after meeting her.” Eric Field.
DeFinis Communications
JUNE 6, 2014
Last week I received a call from a sales manager whose team we worked with last year. While this is certainly frustrating for the sales manager, it is understandable. So implement these 5 strategies today and watch your sales team’s presentation skills (and closing ratios) soar.
Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
NOVEMBER 3, 2012
Professional speakers, freelance speechwriters and entrepreneurs must learn the sales strategies and techniques that will secure appointments in today’s volatile economy. Business Communication National Speakers Association Sales techniquesThat means getting past gatekeepers and getting to decision makers. Armies of executive assistants and the sub-second attention span of crazy-busy executives are barriers to overcome.
Communication Steroids
FEBRUARY 14, 2011
Improve your communication skills in a sales setting. Tim ‘Gonzo’ Gordon and Roger Pike discuss the benefits of good sales communication skills – and help show you how to develop those skills.
PowerPoint Tips
JUNE 7, 2010
Do you gives sales presentations? Here are some of my thoughts about what makes a successful sales presentation: You have a solution that the potential customer needs. Perhaps you travel to prospective clients ‘ offices and pitch a product or service.
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