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A Strategy for Industry Expertise

June 25th, 2009 Richard Baldwin No comments

Often when I speak with sales people they express frustration that they need to sell to many industries their lack of expertise often compromises their ability to get to the next level. Often I hear questions like, ” I speak with prospects across all types of industries and it is difficult for me to demonstrate expertise, how can I improve my general knowledge?” Read more…

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Distractions

June 11th, 2009 Richard Baldwin No comments

Distractions are everywhere. We have all witnessed a young woman driving down the highway at 65mph, talking on her cell phone, drinking a cup of coffee, and putting on eye makeup in the rear view mirror. How does she even keep the car on the road? Read more…

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Do sales superstars make good mangers?

March 8th, 2009 Richard Baldwin No comments

Sales superstars are challenging to find and keep.  He is often quirky, confrontational, and prone to break a rule or two along the way to crushing his number.  The sales superstar is a fierce competitor. He is respected by peers but feared by the competition.  He is who you want on that big deal.  He is who you need on that big deal.  He is a domain expert in the products or services he represents.  Read more…

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