Episode 77: Selling In A Constant State Of Flux
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A new Forbes article says it all: the game of Sales is in a constant state of flux with sales reps grappling with a myriad of new techniques, approaches and methodologies to follow. Ask questions, don't ask questions, the prospects already know what they want, the prospects need to be led, deliver insights, connect problems to your solution, differentiate, add value, be persistent, but not pushy...need I say more? The state of Selling today requires a close connection between sales leaders and reps. Dan boils it down(with the help of an Inside Sales article) to the 5 key traits needed for success in sales today.
\\n\\U0001f399Listening Skills
\\n\\U0001f399Resilience and Grit
\\n\\U0001f399Empathy
\\n\\U0001f399Preparation
\\n\\U0001f399Motivated + Competitive
\\n\\U0001f399Product Knowledge/Subject Matter Expertise
\\nLet's face it, Selling is in a state of disruption, which means that we've hit a fork in the road. Will you choose the path the leads to riches or the one that will take you to mediocrity and potential extinction?
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