Attract the Right Job or Clientele
As children, we are taught boundaries for what is acceptable and what is not. We learn to accept the do’s and don’ts set by others. However, it is an unknown why most are afraid to speak up when their boundaries are over-stepped. The give and take of giving and accepting of rules and procedures apply to every type of arrangement.
Speak up or give up ~ the choice is in your hands.
My Story
One of the many reasons I advocate research of companies and people before any meeting is to recognize whether working with them will potentially be a good fit. Otherwise, your time in meetings will be a wasted effort; even worse is the aggravation that may set in. List priorities ahead of schedule and acknowledge where you will draw a line in the sand for declining an ‘opportunity.’
It is far easier to say ‘no’ to an offer at the start than after a project is already in process. And sales strategy and negotiation skills apply well to get my point across to see if we may find a happy conclusion.
The need to resolve an issue was mine. Below you will find below a strategic plan I use for finding a satisfactory conclusion. My view is anytime we express a desire, make a request, or wish to change something, there is a need for each of us to sell our ideas and negotiate the outcome. Simply put, sales and negotiation apply to personal, career, and client issues standing in the way.
The high points for this type of conversation include:
- Restatement of the original plan
- My perspective of the outcome to date
- Inquiry of the other party’s perspective to date.
- Request of the current long-term vision in case it has changed.
- Listing of the disconnects and reasoning as I see it.
- Inquiry of the disconnects as the other party sees it.
- Request for the other party’s suggestions for improvement.
- I provide choices that speak to their interests.
- Confirmation of how to best move forward together or part ways.
Of course, all senses and sensibility will be on high alert after a serious discussion as outlined above. Initially, the other party may feel insulted. But with a calm voice, keen listening to ask insightful questions, and not laying any blame, you are far more likely to find an agreeable solution.
Concerning projects going off track, it will be far easier to learn where you derailed to get back on to head in the preferred direction. All sales and business development effort begin and end with a friendly give and take in conversation and exchange of ideas. Our job is to find where the better match resides to make certain our time is well-spent.
Your Story
Most likely, you experienced situations when not everything was openly communicated as should have been. Only after time was devoted to a project, did the truth reveal itself. It’s possible the facts came to light after an initial misunderstanding. No matter the reason behind the disconnect, it is necessary to make a sudden stop to figure out exactly what is going on to correct it.
Give thought to past issues with people and their projects, collaborative efforts, and partnerships of all types. If any of the efforts ended poorly, think about how you may improve upon similar circumstances in the future.
Quick Guide for Problem Solving
Speaking up to present your side of the story is very difficult for most, yet the need is evident, particularly when there is a desire to move forward. In simple terms, use this five-step model:
- Here is what you said…
- Here is what I understood…
- These are the current results and issues we face…
- How do you see the solution?
- Incorporate some of the ideas (if they meet your standards) with your suggestions for acceptance.
The conclusion of the intense conversation will either move you toward parting ways or continuing together on a more solid footing.
Sales Tips
- Do not overlook perceived issues.
- Decide ahead of time what bothers you the most.
- Consider possible solutions for the issue as points to be discussed.
- Gain the perspective of others first and include perceived progress being made.
- Request ideas for improvement.
- State anything misinterpreted by yourself or the other party and ask to resolve.
- Offer your insights for moving forward.
- Come to a meeting of the minds for all to benefit.
- Decide whether the time is best spent exiting on a friendly note or moving forward together.
- Celebrate Success!
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As the CEO of Smooth Sale, after her near-death experience, Stutz adapted the motto, “Believe, Become, Empower.”Nice Girls DO Get the Sale is an International Best-Selling and is Evergreen – among the classics; HIRED! Helped many to secure the job they desired.
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