By asking thoughtful, open-ended questions, you can guide the conversation to understand the buyer’s needs and create more powerful sales conversations.
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What Are the Benefits of QuickBooks Online?
The most obvious benefit is that QuickBooks Online (QBO) is accessed online, from anywhere you can log in – on the road, from your office, home or wherever. And, so can your employees or accountant.
Read MoreCan QuickBooks Online Charge Sales Tax in Multiple States?
Question: I am considering switching to QuickBooks Online. I charge sales tax in several states. Can QB do that?
Read MoreThe More Challenging the Sale, the Stickier the Relationship
It’s important to mix in stickier products like durable labels. Account relationships based on these products are much more difficult to dislodge.
Read MoreThe Adversity/Prosperity Quotient
The truth is that true business development tasks are very distasteful. In fact, they are so distasteful, most business owners and sales reps in our industry drive below average results and earn below average income.
Read MoreNever Use the F Word
In sales we need to learn to avoid using the F word. No, not that F word.
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 MoreStop Delaying, Start Selling
“I wish I didn’t go to the gym today.” No one has ever uttered those words. To the contrary. We end our day upset because we put it off. Again. “I’ll go first thing” becomes “I’ll go at lunchtime” becomes “I’ll go when I finish up” becomes “I’ll go after dinner” becomes “I’ll go first…
Read MorePlay Nice in the Sandbox – Capitalize on Market Opportunities
In the fast-paced world of the printing industry, the relationship between sales and production is crucial to a company’s overall success. Despite having different goals and day-to-day operations, these two departments must work together to deliver quality products efficiently and on time. When sales and production are misaligned or in conflict, it can lead to…
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…
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