by smoothsale | Apr 3, 2014 | Business Development, clientele, communication, Entrepreneurs, Interviews, job-seekers, Marketing and Sales, personal brand, Prospect, Relationships, Sales
Before You Say, “No” Most often we have clear ideas of what we will and won’t do, what is in alignment with our personal brand and marketing effort, and when to say, “no” to an offer. But on occasion, there is a grey line....
by smoothsale | Apr 2, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, clients, closing, communication, Entrepreneurs, Interviews, job-seekers, personal brand, Relationships, Sales
Projects and Career Require Sales Techniques Asking the right questions and time management will propel your career as well as business development and sales. When one is about to present a proposal the normal question to ask is, “Has anything changed...
by smoothsale | Mar 27, 2014 | Business Development, clientele, communication, Customer service, Entrepreneurs, job-seekers, leadership, Marketing and Sales, Mindset, personal brand, Prospect, Relationships, Sales
12 Tips for Building An Inspired Business 1. Include community service in your business plan 2. Possess a positive mindset where anything is possible with the right flexible plan in place 3. Be dedicated to continued learning…(scroll down for more)...
by smoothsale | Mar 26, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, communication, Entrepreneurs, Mindset, personal brand, Prospect, Relationships, Sales
“We Want Your Opinion…” Often we are invited by friends and colleagues to provide our opinion on topics that are not quite our areas of expertise. Worse yet is when you serve on a committee for your specialty, but are asked in front of everyone...
by smoothsale | Mar 22, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, communication, Entrepreneurs, job-seekers, Marketing and Sales, Mindset, personal brand, Relationships, Sales
Operating Out of Obligation vs. Integrity Every once in a while someone I know well will expect me to purchase from them. When able, I oblige. However, should the expectation put me in an awkward situation, I pause to find the diplomatic wording to...
by smoothsale | Mar 18, 2014 | Business Development, career, clientele, closing, communication, Entrepreneurs, Interviews, job-seekers, Mindset, Relationships, Sales
You Will Get the Sale! Are you mentally set to get the sale or the job? Believe it or not your positive or negative thought will affect your outcome. So the better approach is to begin your review well before you are set to leave for your important...