Posts in Skills
It's too expensive, but I don't know what I should pay

We've all been there. After carefully preparing a proposal that reflects fair market value for your expertise, your prospective client responds with those dreaded words: "I had something quite a bit lower in mind." Even more frustrating? When you ask what budget they're actually working with, they reply, "I'm not sure."

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The CEO’s Guide to Identifying a Great Sales Leader

For CEOs, recognizing and nurturing these traits within their sales teams can lead to sustained growth and a robust organizational culture. Investing in leaders who embody these qualities not only drives immediate sales performance but also positions the company for long-term success in an ever-evolving marketplace.

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The Ambivert Advantage in Sales

In the competitive realm of sales, understanding the personality traits that contribute to a salesperson's success is crucial. While diverse personalities can definitely all thrive in sales, research highlights certain characteristics commonly found among top performers.​

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Managing the Unmanageable: How to Handle Unreasonable Client Expectations

Every fractional executive eventually encounters the same scenario: a well-meaning client, confident and optimistic, presents a goal so unrealistic it could make Don Quixote blush.

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Keeping Our Cool During Times of Economic Uncertainty and Business Angst

Let’s face it—uncertainty can be stressful. Whether it’s a market downturn, shifting customer demand, or economic turmoil, running a business during tough times can feel overwhelming.

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Know + Like + Trust = Buy: The Power of Relationships in Sales

Have you ever bought something despite disliking the salesperson? If you did, you probably remember feelings of frustration, pressure, or regret. While the product itself might have been fine, the negative experience likely left a lasting impression.

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Your Key Client – The Big Rocks, Small Rocks, Sand Metaphor

Balancing multiple assignments for different clients while maintaining high standards of delivery is both an art and a science. A well-known productivity metaphor offers a powerful way to approach this challenge and ensure you maximize both your impact and your efficiency.

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How to Successfully Self-Promote as a Fractional Sales Leader

Being a successful Fractional Sales Leader is not just about closing deals and improving revenue streams for your clients. It also involves skillfully marketing yourself to secure opportunities and showcase the value you bring to organizations.

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I Grew Up in Sales

For children raised in households where one or both parents work in sales, these elements often seep into their upbringing in ways that significantly influence their future, particularly if they choose a sales career themselves.

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Navigating Sales Forecasting in Times of Uncertainty: 5 Practical Tips for Sales Leaders

Fluctuating demand and evolving buyer behavior to economic upheaval, uncertain regulatory environments and disruptive competition, today’s business landscape requires leaders to rethink their approach to predicting revenue.

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