Tips on how to be good in sales...?
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just try and be open and friendly, don't try and sound all business like as that can immediately put people off.. but then again don't go to the other extreme and be too laid back!\n\nthink of the traits you see in a person that makes them approachable and mirror them =)
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You will probably get lots of different answers, but my opinion on what makes a good sales person is this:\n\n1) product knowledge - yours and your competitors! You have to know how to position your product and respond to any objections to be able to effectively offer your product as a solution to meet the buyers need.\n\n2) develop a relationship built upon trust, honesty, integrity - your competitor may do the "hard sell" but developing an honest relationship will lead to word of mouth referrals and customers for life! Get to know the individual, their office staff (gate keepers), their business, their competition, their market space so that you can position your product to completely meet their needs.\n\n3) once you have developed a relationship and you know your product is the right solution, ask for the business. Customers expect it and if you have responded to any objections, developed an honest relationship, then you should be in a nice position to close the deal.\n\n4) for customer that provide on-going sales - thank them for the business. Let me know how important they are and that you value them as a customer. Ask them to recommend your product to colleagues.\n\nGood luck!
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justsell.com.  Great tools and tips there.  I also agree with knowing your product really well.  But, the most important thing that has helped me be real successful is this motto:  "Be more interested than you are interesting".  Too many times salespeople talk too much, it is because they are 98% of the time very outgoing people, however, be more interested in your prospects business and it will sell more most of the time.  Think about it, who would you buy from, a blabber mouth, or someone who shuts up and listens to the answers about your business.....
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A passion for business is exactly what's necessary to succeed in sales! Seriously, have you ever thought of selling home improvement products? You do handyman work so you already have a good concept of the principles.\n\nThere's a range of possibilities you might get excited to present: windows & doors, gutters, landscaping, pools, etc. And nearly every one of these companies will want a guy who is "mature" but willing to learn and is driven. \n\nAre you driven? Are you okay with doing follow up, working all kinds of hours, and beating out the competition? \n\nSounds like you'd be a good fit. Really, try sales. Get yourself a small base salary plus commission job. Men can be in sales til they're 70. People see you as experienced and knowledgeble.\nBe glad you're a man.:)\n\nTake care!
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network! network! network!  tell all your family and friends, tell all the Real Estate Agents you know- and giving them gifts doesn't hurt either. Oh and make friends with with Real Estate Agents, they're a good source for leads.  \n\nIf you need help help creating "stronger" buyers, I have a product that can increase credit scores by 50 points in 60 days guaranteed. Typically my clients get 100point in 45 days...
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Just briefly, I would be asking you first what it is that you hope to achieve by having a door-door marketing team and if this is the most effective way of furthering sales and establishing yourself within the industry.\nAfter you have asked questions of yourself such as WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, WHY and HOW you will have a better understanding of what you are looking for and where to find it.\nThats my two cents anyways, hope it helps.\nGoodluck and have a great day
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The number one thing most sales people hate are cold calls.  Hopefully the following ideas will help you.\n\n1. Just dial the phone and strike up a conversation.  Don't focus on your pitch and trying to close every person you speak to.  Try to find out their needs or pain and offer solutions that meet their needs/pain.  People like solutions to problems not being sold.\n\n2. Apply the LAW of Asking.  You never know what anyone will say unless you ask.  So stop procrastinating and start asking, good things will happen. \n\n3. No amount of training, scripts or support will prepare you for learning to cold call.  You simply have to jump in with both feet and get going, so do it!  \n\n4. Begin with the end in mind.  Think about what you want: more money, a new home, a new car, $10,000 in the bank.  Once you know what you want you begin working to get it.  Successful people are results oriented.  It doesn't matter that you may have to make thousands of cold calls to obtain your goal.  You will simply do it to reach your goal.  So think about what you want and then go get it.\n\n5. Stand up while on the phone and smile!  Standing will increase your confidence and smiling will improve your attitude and tone on the phone.  Enjoy what you do and enjoy the fact you are helping through your companies solution. \n\n6. Lastly here's the percentage break down between what matters to people in the sales process:  20% is the product, service and company you represent but 80% is you the sale person.  It's not the product or service that matters toy our clients it's you.  Your customer's buy you not your company.  So remember to build repoire and build relationships don't simply sell your product.\n\nLet me know if you have more questions.  I've attended some pretty good seminars specifically focused on cold calls.  They are fun as well.
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Have a product or service that other people want and or need. This is the basics of it.  Now if you have that - you will have a starting point.  Then there comes the way to bring what you have to the public.  This is the part that can be tricky.  \n\nEbay is a good starting place if you trying to sell tangible things and don't have any idea about it yet.  If you already have products that you know will sell well - you should open a website.  Getting good standing in the search engines is a key factor.  This can take time.  Plus just the fact that noone knows about you can make it take a year or two before you really get off the ground.  \n\nPatience - you must have it - Here are some really good articles about small businesses (not just online) it is very valuable info - I read all the articles and found them to be helpful.
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Shop your competition and price accordingly.\n\nIf you are too high, or too low, you will not sell anything.\n\nDo not reinvent the wheel, just copy success.
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be honest\nserve your customers well
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Is it possible to change jobs and move to a competitor?  Or, another sales job in a different industry?  Being able to sell is an amazing talent to have and very transferable.  \n\nIf you're the best sales person in the region, that's a fact and it doesn't matter what your boss says.  Sometimes you just have a crappy boss who is never pleased with what you do.  The problem is the boss and it's probably because they feel insecure.  Try to find compassion for the other person (i.e., maybe he's scared of losing his job, maybe he was picked on in school and you remind him of someone, etc.).  \n\nAlso, instead of worrying what they think, focus on what you know about yourself.  In your case, you know you're the top sales person.  Own it.  Be proud of it.  Broadcast it.\n\nSometimes, managing perceptions is all it takes.  Put some effort into communicating all the hard work you do.  If you don't get sales, talk about all the calls you made and then just shrug it off.  \n\nYou could also try speaking with your boss about this issue.  However, the key is to not do it when you're pissed off.  The other thing is to try to really listen to what they're saying even if it comes out sounding like crap.  Some people lack communication skills.  Really try to focus on a solution and a common goal.  \n\nSometimes being really honest helps too.  Rather than act like you don't care what he thinks, tell him you value his opinion and you feel very demoralized when he does x and that you were wondering if your perception of the situation was a bit off.  Don't blame.  Always chalk it up to differences in how you communicate.
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I love this question!\n\n1) Be honest\n2) Work hard for your clients, no matter who they are or what they are buying\n3) Never let money spoil you, people are number one, money is farther down the list.\n4) Build a great reputation by following 1-3 and you will be a successful agent and a happy camper!\n\nGood luck in your career.
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a) Marketing people gain respect when they truly appreciate the sales effort - a brief stint in field sales/ channel sales can help gain credibility.\nb) If u r not so much a sales person, u cud try Market Research as a field - Specialized role that needs ur analytical ability.\nc) An MBA degree can help if u r serious about a career in marketing.\nd) Of the various stuff u do in marketing, which one are u most good at? If it is data analysis, move to research. If it is promotion, try an ad agency. If it is strategy & tactics, try sales. In short- move from generalist to specialist, wherever u r good at.\n\nALL THE BEST!!!!
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I own a couple small businesses.  Alot of it is hiring good managers and understanding the market for your business.  Um, other then that, its all about marketing and hard work.  Keep marketing and dont stop.  Its hard when business is down, but find other cheap alternatives to help with slowing business since the economy is not always strong.  In order for me to keep my business going, I work hard for a lead.  Once the lead isthere, I have a 40+% of getting the job.  Even with a product that doesnt work, you can still do okay with marketing.  Every successful business advertises.  Thats key to every business. Just how to advertise it is dependent upon regular business practices for your line of work.  Good luck.
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I sell alot on ebay. I've found that to be successful, you must have good photos, good descriptions, a good product, and good service. Even if it means you have to put out a little money up front before you start to make money. Also make sure  to use as many describing  or cross referencing words in the title as possible.
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Try doing a presentation and a demo. Also talk in-depth about the product or service your selling be prepared to answer any question. Do tons of research first
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Sales is hard enough without the comments and backseat driving of someone not being supportive.  You need to let your friends and family off the hook, though-- you need to expand your market beyond them so they don't dodge you out of fear of a sales pitch.\n\nTry doing some simple posters about the product line, or feature one product like a good sunscreen or wrinkle cream and make a cheapo flyer, hang it up at apartment complexes (bulletin boards often by the mailboxes or in the laundry rooms), daycare centers, coffee shops, laundry mats, etc.  you get the idea.    Good luck, building a clientele takes time and effort, it doesn't happen overnight.