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According to one person in the news, “The truth isn’t the truth.” Today’s headlines have many of us wondering which way is up! But, the news does guide business for better or for worse; it is a marriage of sorts.
My Story
Observation is the best indicator for knowing whether someone is telling the truth. Long ago, I put it to the test. One person on a corporate sales team had the habit of punctuating strong statements with a quick twist of his head to the right. Unfortunately, one day I was required to take him to an appointment. I was the one who groomed the business over many months. And to my horror, he claimed the bonus attached to the sale.
A few years later, the dotcom industry began to take hold. Upon applying for a job, the sales manager similarly jerked his head to the right after expressing sentiments. I knew I was in for a ride, but I badly wanted to be a part of the upcoming industry. Sure enough, I was in need of a conversation with H.R. due to his erroneous claim that a sale was his.
Some readers of this blog have asked to contribute an Infographic relating to business. I always ask for an introduction to the posting. A recent intro ends one sentence with “here is the truth.” Given the uproar about truth, I suggested we delete those words. My explanation paved the way to agreement.
As we observe and listen to others, we pick up our ideas of what is right or wrong. Some areas we can bend toward the outer limits while others are steadfast. In meetings, the toughest questions we need to ask are the most telling. The answers provide insight into the mindset of the person along with their silent body language communication.
Truth paves the way for a satisfactory negotiation or walking out the door.
In short, know your truth for what is acceptable. Stick to your principles and establish a credible personal brand. For business, apply your standard to sales, the job hunt, and entrepreneurship. In the end, you will be the one celebrating success.
Your Story About Truth
On occasion, fear gets in the way of asking the difficult questions. Some people kid themselves believing it’s better not to know the answer. But the ask is your way to get to the truth. Typical questions to ask may be, “What is your budget?” or “How do you select vendors?”
At other times, there is a need to get an outline of all policies and procedures within a company for doing business. There will be times where you read something that raises an eyebrow. It’s best to stop on the spur of the moment and request the full meaning to make a sound decision.
When questionable business arises do you:
- Hungrily accept every request coming your way
- Ask for all the details surrounding a potential issue
- Decline doubtful offers
- Stand up for yourself when an incorrect decision is in process
- Celebrate an excellent working partnership?
A couple of the stories came back to me as I was re-reading Nice Girls DO Get the Sale. And they tie in nicely with today’s news about truth. So many of the problems took place because peers and management did not adhere to appropriate values and priorities.
Today, you may learn from highly regarded sales leaders at no charge as they share their stories. As time permits, tune into these the following sales podcast:
And be sure to read Carol Roth’s collaborative piece, ‘4th Quarter Business Marketing Tips.’ One headline reads 4th quarter begins in September, and from a sales perspective that is the truth!
The thesaurus includes the following words in their definition of truth: “Accuracy, authenticity, exactness, facts, rightness, and whole story.” Given I write in story-format, the best is to provide and receive the whole story.
In summary, define truth within your guidelines and never deviate.
Consistency and honesty are vital for doing business.
Sales Tips About Truth
- Sensing people are not revealing everything, ask the questions and reasons for the omission
- Do not agree to anything until you are completely satisfied everything is in order
- Be observant of body language; compare and contrast among many
- Before going to sleep check in with your conscience
- As you awake, be aware of any concern you may have
- Awakening with a smile is the best sign
- Give all the details and expect all the details by embracing the whole story
- Ask for references as appropriate
- Verify priorities and values match yours
- Celebrate Success!
These tips are provided to help you achieve The Smooth Sale!
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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.
Today’s insights are provided to help you achieve the Smooth Sale!
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