In sales we need to learn to avoid using the F word. No, not that F word.
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Practice Makes Profits
Each of us had a past moment in this business that we did not know what to say. We just got out in the field or on the phone, and did our best at what we were told to say.
Read MoreHow to Guarantee an Income Stream for Months and Years to Come
Why should a distributor take the time to learn the complexities of print when selling promo items is more straightforward and fun? The answer is repeatability.
Read MoreWill Jobs Move from QuickBooks Premier to Online?
I am using QB Premier and set up my orders with jobs. If I move to QBO, will the jobs move as well?
Read MoreProblems: Solved or Dissolved
My lesson in life is to give my problems a lot less worry. Rather, I need to give my problems a lot more patience knowing that in time they will all dissolve.
Read MoreIs It Time to Start a Blog?
It seems that every business leader has a blog these days. If you don’t, should you? It might surprise you to know that the answer is not always yes.
Read MoreWhat Was the July 31 QuickBooks Deadline?
Ask the Accountant… Question: What was the July 31, 2024 deadline from QuickBooks all about? Answer: Intuit/QuickBooks set July 31, 2024 as the last day that QB Desktop (Pro and Premier) could be purchased by a new customer or a current customer with a non-supported QB product. The good news is that the July 31…
Read MoreBe Teflon Tough
If you are hustling in your business, you will surely encounter lots of rejection, unkindness, loss, and psychological pain. The key to success is to anticipate these events and have a “Teflon tough” mindset that none of these things will “stick in your mind” and keep you from success. I can think of way too…
Read MoreWant More Sales? Cross-Sell This!
Who is the easiest company to sell to? The one that is already a customer. This is why cross-selling and upselling are so important. When you are already selling into an account, it makes sense to maximize your share of that customer’s business. For instance, if you’re selling prime labels, it’s a no-brainer to offer…
Read MoreAsk the Accountant: What Is Equity, And How Is It Different from Assets?
Ask the Accountant… Question: What is equity in my business and how is that different from assets? Answer: In accounting, equity is assets minus liabilities. Equity is the portion of your business that is yours after debts or liabilities are considered. As an example, if you purchased a house for $300,000 and took a mortgage…
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