Weekly Sales Thoughts

Archive for the 'Better Questions, Listening' Category

Transcendental Ghosts (Issue 556)

Sunday, February 5th, 2012

In which we learn from an America philosopher a question of discovery

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Conversation Bridges (Issue 555)

Saturday, January 28th, 2012

In which we explore questions to get beyond small talk.

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Where Do You Feel the Pain (Issue 554)

Saturday, January 21st, 2012

In which we recommend questions that ask specifically about performance rather than asking “where does it hurt?” 

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Don’t Ask That (Issue 553)

Sunday, January 15th, 2012

In which we are reminded not to ask the question, “What keeps you up at night?”

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This Time, With Feeling (Issue 551)

Sunday, December 18th, 2011

In which we are reminded to reflect on the emotional side of business as well as the facts.

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A Bet They Can Tolerate (Issue 550)

Sunday, December 11th, 2011

In which we are reminded to consider the disruption that accompanies change when clients buy our products or services.

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What Might Be Different (Issue 549)

Sunday, December 4th, 2011

In which we are prompted to move with the flow, to the future, when a prospect puts us off.

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I’d Like to Think About It (Issue 546)

Monday, November 14th, 2011

In which we are reminded to take some time…before we make a recommendation.

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Just Enough Rope (Issue 544)

Sunday, October 30th, 2011

In which we are reminded to position and sell only what our clients are able to absorb and implement.

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Staple Yourself to the Process(Issue 542)

Monday, October 17th, 2011

In which we are reminded to be curious – ask for the details rather than being satisfied with high level answers. 

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