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Shades of Grey
A paperweight sits on my desk, etched in silver the message: Life isn't always black and white. It serves as a reminder there are few absolutes at work (or in life). Yet, it would be easier if there were; if good ideas from bad, trustworthy people from non-trustworthy, and right paths from the wrong ones could easily be d

ses. Remember, if you do not ask for the sale, you probably won't get it!

Make It Easy to Reply - Voice Mail That Works
If you are like most business people, voice mail has both simplified and complicated your life. On the good side, it helps you exchange information. On the other side, leaving messages can seem like putting notes in bottles that drift off to sea. Here's how to make sure that your messages get results.First, prepare for the call. Realize that you are more likely to leave a message than to t

You just spent hundreds, or in some cases, thousands of dollars placing a direct marketing ad. The day it comes out you are anxiously awaiting the response from potential clients. You have done everything right. The ad meets all the criteria of a good response rating, the magazine you chose is your target market, and you have placed the ad in an opportune location. Now you are ready for the calls to start flowing in.

There is a "five finger" rule that you can follow that could dramatically increase your income from advertising. It is simple, effective and profitable.

Finger Rule #1: Tell the person who you are. Introduce yourself by name. This immediately puts the other persons guard down and makes you more personable. Remember, the most effective means of selling is building a relationship. If you can begin to build trust in the first few seconds, the following steps will be much easier.

Finger Rule #2: Ask them for their name. If you have done the first step correctly, they will give their name to you more freely. Use their name when it is appropriate during your conversation. Everyone likes to be recognized. This follows the skill of building a relationship. At some point you are going to need to get pertinent information such as, address, phone number, e-mail address, etc. This will only be given if you have been able to build their trust.

Finger Rule #3: Ask them what they liked about the ad. By asking them to tell you what interested them, you will be able to determine where you need to go with the conversation. It will also tell you if they are serious or not. If they are not serious, send them to your web site and let them know they are free to contact you later with questions.

Finger Rule #4: Ask for the sale and assume to sale. After asking, be quiet! No matter how uncomfortable it gets, be quiet! The first who speaks louses. Remember, if you do not ask for the sale, you probably won't get it!

Post Office, Incredible Lady Postmaster
There are two Post Offices that I routinely visit. One is the office that delivers my mail and the other is frequently on the path of some daily errands. Many times, I will actually detour to visit that particular Post Office ... why?The Postmistress there is an exceptional human being. Her name is Karyn, but she spells it ... and has a name badge ... as Care’n!!! I hardly need to relate the rem

could dramatically increase your income from advertising. It is simple, effective and profitable.

NFL Players in the Business World
NFL players earn a lot of money and that makes NFL players a prime target for business people and con artists looking to make an easy buck. Every year NFL players are scammed out of tens of millions of dollars from business people and scam artists looking to acquire investment money to start a business. The reason for this is that NFL players are athletes and we are not well educated in business. That ma

or their name. If you have done the first step correctly, they will give their name to you more freely. Use their name when it is appropriate during your conversation. Everyone likes to be recognized. This follows the skill of building a relationship. At some point you are going to need to get pertinent information such as, address, phone number, e-mail address, etc. This will only be given if you have been able to build their trust.

Lead Generation Basics For The Business Who Wants More Sales
Are you generating enough leads to drive the sales volume you desire? Do you know what a lead looks like and why they are so important? Many businesses do not understand the basics of lead generation and to a fault lose business they deserve.If you're not generating enough leads, perhaps your sales and marketing teams don't understand the value of a solid lead generation program properly implement

hey liked about the ad. By asking them to tell you what interested them, you will be able to determine where you need to go with the conversation. It will also tell you if they are serious or not. If they are not serious, send them to your web site and let them know they are free to contact you later with questions.

How Can I Find Work In Music When There Are Only 25 Music Careers?
Many pass over the thought of themselves actually working in the industry due to the common mindset... "if one has talent they have a chance in music." If one wants weekly (or bi-weekly) pay with benefits one seeks a normal job in the 9-5 workforce. This is simply false. Most people love music to some extent. Those that are paying attention to their future and careers know or at least wish they can be in

ses. Remember, if you do not ask for the sale, you probably won't get it!

Finger Rule #5: If the answer is no, move on. Give them your web site, etc., so they can look into your product or services more fully. Keep the door open. They may contact you later. If the answer is yes, close the sale. Get all the important information and put that information into your system. Name, address, phone number, e-mail address, credit or debit card information, etc. Keep your conversation simple. Practice beforehand what you will say so that it will feel natural. Do not go into lengthy details. Answer questions directly and honestly. It's that easy!

As you begin to practice and use these techniques, you will find that you will be spending less time with people who are not genuinely interested. This will give you more productive time with those that are serious about what you are offering. Your skills will sharpen each time you put them into practice. Use this opportunity to entice them, without giving all the information at once. If they continue to ask questions, answer them, however, do not put yourself in a position where you over sell. This is a common mistake. You want to build a relationship. This will give you a long term loyal customer or client, not just a quick sell.

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