by smoothsale | May 24, 2014 | Business Development, career, clients, closing, communication, job-seekers, Mindset, Sales
Sales Begin with Prep Prior to meeting with an employer or potential client, and after you have done all the research for familiarity, the next steps are to put a plan in place for desired outcome. 1. What is your best outcome in mind? From the other...
by smoothsale | May 23, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, communication, Customer service, Entrepreneurs, Mindset, Relationships, Sales
When Others Infringe On your Vacation Time You look forward to your vacation, get on an airplane and finally arrive at your destination all set to have fun. But the situation changes. Clients have a problem, your employer needs help, co-workers...
by smoothsale | May 21, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, Entrepreneurs, job-seekers, Marketing and Sales, Mindset, personal brand, Sales
Leveraging Connections for the Greater Good An interesting phenomenon seems to be taking place; the better connected I become, the more people ask not only to connect with me but to also test their new services. I am privvy to new technology which is almost...
by smoothsale | May 19, 2014 | Business Development, career, communication, Entrepreneurs, job-seekers, leadership, Mindset, personal brand, Sales
Responding to Incorrect Assumptions Have you ever encountered people approaching you as if you are beneath their level of competence? At best case, it is very annoying. Lately, it has been a frequent online occurrence. Job seekers may experience this...
by smoothsale | May 14, 2014 | Business Development, career, Entrepreneurs, interviewing, job-seekers, Marketing and Sales, Sales
Revive Your Favorite Old Idea What is your favorite idea for business or career from the past? If it brings a smile to your face or turned into a good monetary return, and people still talk about it, then take time to consider how you may bring it back to life. ...
by smoothsale | May 12, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, communication, Entrepreneurs, job-seekers, Mindset, personal brand, Relationships, Sales
Keeping the Door Open for Future Sales You may spend considerable time with a prospective client only to hear “No”. Or you may have spent considerable time preparing for and travelling to a job interview only to hear “No”. The...
