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“Active Listening” Is Not A Technique

Partners in Excellence

Catching up on my reading, I ran across an article on Active Listening. Active listening–at least true active listening is not a technique. Active listening–at least true active listening is not a technique. People buy from people who listen to them.

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What do you do if you want to build rapport with potential clients during a sales call?

Eliminate Your Competition

In my role as a fractional Vice President of Sales, I frequently coach relatively inexperienced salespeople on techniques to improve their revenue. Practice Active Listening Active listening involves more than just hearing the words another person says. Plan open-ended questions that encourage discussion.

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Sales Quota: The Complete Guide to Hitting & Crushing Quota in 2023

Veloxy

Click below to listen to the blog post. We’ll cover everything from basics to advanced techniques for achieving your sales goals. Veloxy strives for accessibility. In 2018, Salesforce found that only 57% of salespeople expected to hit their quota. Yet, the sales organization is failing to crush their quota, let alone hit it.

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Anthropology & Sales: How to Cultivate the Human Side of Selling

Veloxy

This is not about how a remote tribe trades shells and beads for fish and game (although that would be a very interesting and valid reference for a discussion of sales) rather, we are talking about the professions and business techniques within our own cultural setting: Western industrialized corporations. Find a Shared Sense of Community 3.

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Active Listening For Sales – Your How To Guide

The 5% Institute

One key aspect of effective communication is active listening. Active listening is a powerful technique that allows sales professionals to truly connect with their clients, understand their perspectives , and provide tailored solutions. What is Active Listening?

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Techniques Of Negotiation – Master Persuasion

The 5% Institute

Effective techniques of negotiation can help individuals achieve mutually beneficial outcomes, resolve conflicts, and build stronger connections. In this article, we will explore fifteen key techniques of negotiation that can empower you to become a master persuader.

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Objecting To Objections

Partners in Excellence

We develop techniques to “handle” objections. Some “experts” promote techniques that seem somewhat manipulative. Some “experts” promote techniques that seem somewhat manipulative. ” We’re obsessed with techniques and answers to objections.