by smoothsale | Oct 19, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, closing, communication, Entrepreneurs, interviewing, job-seekers, Prospect, Relationships, Sales
Reconnecting produces better than expected results Your personal life many times reflects the better way to conduct business to experience far better results. Last night was no exception. Another couple, with whom we always enjoy speaking with at...
by smoothsale | Oct 18, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, communication, Entrepreneurs, interviewing, job-seekers, Marketing and Sales, personal brand, Prospect, Relationships, Sales
Relationship selling trumps egocentric sales every time So many factors depend upon your doing right by the clientele and those with whom you come into contact, that even if you lose the sale, you still have much to gain. A solid reputation is key for thriving...
by smoothsale | Oct 17, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, communication, Entrepreneurs, interviewing, job-seekers, personal brand, Prospect, Relationships, Sales
Conference strategy builds trust and business The Dreamforce Conference that took place this week, has grown almost exponentially in size. Admirably, it was so well strategized, that it, too, became another rousing success. From a sales...
by smoothsale | Oct 15, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, closing, communication, Entrepreneurs, Interviews, job-seekers, Prospect, Relationships, Sales
Sales process exists for improved results There are certain practices when developing the sale for business or career that are essential in order to build trust, likeability and ultimately, the end goal you have in mind. When you implement pieces of the overall...
by smoothsale | Oct 14, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, closing, communication, Customer service, Entrepreneurs, Interviews, job-seekers, Relationships, Sales
The “ask” creates unlimited opportunity The shy or demure person, who may be as equally talented as the more outgoing, will not be as likely to get as far ahead in business or career. That’s why a “friendly ask” is the best tool for...
by smoothsale | Oct 8, 2014 | Business Development, career, clients, Entrepreneurs, job-seekers, personal brand, Sales
Revitalize the prison to attract audiences It was an absolutely brilliant idea! The decision makers in San Francisco agreed to transform the famed Alcatraz prison into a space for promoting local artistic talent. No doubt, with the success of the first...