Sales Tips

Sales meetings are extremely important for every business, regardless of the industry.  In these meetings, the sales department finds ways to improve its operations to reach the company’s goals. Managers generally use these meetings to ensure that the whole team is on the same page and that reps have all the tools they need to reach their quota.  However, sales team meetings often lack direction and purpose. They are usually scheduled at bad times and take too much time away from what sales reps should be focusing on - finding new prospects, meeting with clients and closing deals.  Therefore, it is…

You read the title right. Customer satisfaction can increase sales, but a great sales strategy can also improve customer satisfaction. It’s a two way street.  In order for the above to hold true, you need to truly know your customers. When you really understand who your target market is, you are better able to cater to their needs and wants.  If you understand how and why your product or service adds value to clients, selling won’t feel like selling. This will improve customer satisfaction because, at the end of the day, there is no better sales strategy than providing customers with the exact solution they need. …

One of the most important aspects of sales is the buyer's confidence in the seller. If a potential client doesn't trust you, how can they trust what you are selling?  A trustworthy salesperson stays top of mind with customers and is the first person prospects go to for a solution. If you’re wondering how to become that type of salesperson, these 5 tips are for you!  1. Listen to Empathize  A vital skill for any salesperson is knowing how to listen to empathize, not listen just to sell.  People are naturally cautious and don’t like to feel that they are…

Sales pitching techniques may not become outdated as fast as fashion trends, but they aren’t all that far behind. To stay at the top of your game, you need to be aware of how consumers are changing. Specifically, what do they want to hear when learning about a new product for the first time? Do they want in-depth information on how your product works, or anecdotes from past customers?  Knowing this, you can adapt your pitch accordingly and make more sales. At the moment, the way to the buyer’s heart lies through telling short, compelling stories about your product that…