SUMMARY: PART SIX FOLLOW UP AND FOLLOW THROUGH
51 | The follow up call Confirm the sale and make sure that the customer is satisfied with what they have bought; if there is a problem, be sure to deal with it straight away. |
52 | Keep in touch with your customers By managing customer contact systems and maintaining profit records, you will be better placed to serve your customers, your employer, and your sales career. |
53 | Selling to multiple buyers Often many people make or influence the decision to buy, so you must be able to identify, analyze and help multiple buyers in a transaction. |
54 | Writing winning sales proposals A sales proposal is an offer to sell a product or service to solve a business problem; know how to plan and write an effective one. |
55 | Taking to the road Good planning can help you to survive – and even enjoy – sales trips. |
56 | Work smarter not harder Use your email and voicemail to help you to sell, and run your sales call schedules more effectively to maximize your sales efforts. |
57 | Protect your reputation One of the greatest assets you can have as a seller is a reputation for honest and accurate dealings with others. These will gain you repeat and referral customers. |
58 | Revisit your goals Those who are able to adapt to changed circumstances have the greatest opportunities to succeed. |
59 | Getting the job you want Put as much time and effort into preparing for job applications as you would a sales pitch or presentation. |
60 | Getting on in sales To advance in your career, you must learn how to sell yourself as an important product with proven services. |