As a speaker, I present more than 50 times a year in a variety of venues and to a wide range of audience sizes. Whenever I'm attending events, whether it is an annual conference, sales training event or luncheon group, I'm always excited to hear other speakers. But to be honest, I'm often ... Views: 1712
If you need more sales you don't necessarily need better sales techniques, you need more friends. Just refer to what Bob Burg calls "The Golden Rule of Networking": "All things being equal, people will do business with, and refer business to, those people they know, like and trust."
I find it ... Views: 1287
Learn how to streamline your life and increase the efficiency of your business with the automate, delegate, delete (ADD) system – it’s simple and highly effective!
Adopting the ADD lifestyle means that you automate, delegate or delete tasks taking up time in your life. This system will ... Views: 1035
At a business networking event last week, everyone was asked to share their best strategies for gaining new business. Sometimes, what you think EVERYONE knows is really only evident to you. The old adage – “Better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak out and remove all doubt” – ... Views: 997
It’s no secret that many people in management shouldn’t be there, but some are world class managers and build inspired, dynamic teams. So how can we all be in the latter category and become leaders that others follow because they want to and not because they have to?
When I was at business ... Views: 1066
Are your well-intentioned plans from January a distant memory? Has your excitement dwindled to the point of feeling like drill? Are your work hours increasing while motivation is simply a word that one of your all-too-perky and over-caffeinated work colleague’s could do with less of? If so, then ... Views: 999
This month our blog topics have focused on team development and how to turn your employees into superstars! In today’s blog, I will share five ways to attract great candidates.
1. Always keep an eye out for possible employees and try not to hire when you’re desperate to find someone, anyone. ... Views: 1286
90% of what it takes to be a good sales person is your mindset. Yes, I know this is a strong statement. Even if you have the skills and all the moves, you won’t be successful if you have a terrible attitude – no one will want to buy from you!
The sales person who wants it the most is the one ... Views: 1216
To bring in the big paydays you need two types of personalities in your sales department – if you’re a one man/gal show you may realize that multiple personalities are a blessing or you can assess where your personality type naturally sits and then develop strategies to maximize your close ... Views: 1111
Smile and the whole world smiles with you – well, possibly your banker will! Having a positive and optimistic attitude helps you bring in business as new customers connect with your message and are filled with excitement over the opportunity of working with you. The secret is to educate your ... Views: 983
Yup common problem – too many tasks, not enough time, what stays and what goes? A lot of our clients including myself have moments of feeling completely
overwhelmed.
If you’re in business for yourself then there is only ONE person to do it all – that can seem even more daunting! Here’s ... Views: 980
San Diego Sales Training Tips - Sales Leadership – Three Initiatives that Matter Most
At the beginning of the year I make a point of being ready with an exceptionally strong strategic plan that is heavily based on the first quarter.
In other words, we focus on kicking the ball out of the ... Views: 1081
San Diego Sales Training Tips - Sales Leadership – Three Initiatives that Matter Most
At the beginning of the year I make a point of being ready with an exceptionally strong strategic plan that is heavily based on the first quarter.
In other words, we focus on kicking the ball out of the ... Views: 1081
San Diego Sales Training Tips - Sales Leadership – Three Initiatives that Matter Most
At the beginning of the year I make a point of being ready with an exceptionally strong strategic plan that is heavily based on the first quarter.
In other words, we focus on kicking the ball out of the ... Views: 1081
All of us have bad habits that we know we shouldn’t be doing but we do them anyway. Or, more accurately, we have a list of things we should be doing but we aren’t doing them!
You know the ones I’m talking about – regular visits to the gym, a healthy diet, dealing with an awkward customer ... Views: 1394
The damage of working with difficult people can affect the whole office, including customers. In this article, I'll explore tips that will help you deal with challenging people!
Have you heard the people in your office saying the following?
- “I’m just trying to do my job. I don’t know why ... Views: 1184