Have you ever felt reluctant to make a sales call, follow up with a client or attend a networking event? I know I have. Here’s something to keep in mind.
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Tag: Marketing
So You Think it’s Fun?
Having just returned from some early-season trade shows, I am in awe of the commitment my industry colleagues have to help us build our business. I wrote about this some time ago in a commentary entitled, “A Salute to Our Industry Heroes.”
Read MoreWe’re Not Going to Change It
At the 2015 PPAI Expo, FreePromoTips.com will be receiving a technology award for our website. We are honored that what we do for suppliers, distributors and the industry is being recognized by PPAI. This is also a positive for the supplier and distributor companies that understand and support what FreePromoTips.com does.
Read MoreSetting Annual Sales Goals are a Waste of Time II—Sales Goals Strike Back
For some people, setting sales goals is not a waste of time. It’s all about perceptions, really—perceptions that empower and motivate you—and about being in control.
Read More10 Tips for Creating Testimonials that are Compelling and Useful
One of the best ways to promote your business is with compelling end-user testimonials. Here are 10 tips for testimonials that are compelling and useful.
Read MoreHow Can a 3D Printer Make You Money?
One of the most difficult parts of getting the sale is showing the customer exactly what they want when they want it. More often than not, this is an immediate need.
Read MorePlaying the Price Game: It’s a Choice. Choose Wisely
The Internet, the obvious low barrier to entry, unskilled salespeople, the economy—each of these drive price wars and ultimately erode profits. Additionally, these issues relinquish control over to the client thus giving the client ultimate control to manage and drive the process. However, it doesn’t need to be that way. Choose to be different!
Read MoreADD…on an (A)
In the promotional marketing industry, we know what an (A) represents. If we compare an (A) to ADD, (Attention Deficit Disorder), it doesn’t mean half of anything
Read MoreHow Can I Make It Happen? (Ask “How” Three Times) Part 6 of “Get Curious About Your Business”
Strategies set your direction, values, culture and actions that will make your dream business a reality. You can’t just “wing it.” You need to decide how you will nurture and cultivate the reality that you desire. You need to ask yourself “How?” three times.
Read MoreI Confess: I Lied
Many of you may know that my faith and values are important to me. Reluctantly, I must share that I’ve done something I normally don’t do. I lied.
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