SandlerBriefs are stories and scenarios that offer advice and tips on becoming a more productive salesperson by recognising and overcoming common mistakes made by most salespeople. With topics ranging from how to continuously keep productivity up, the need to know everything about your business and industry and what you can learn when a prospect says “no,” SandlerBriefs will help both sales people and management identify and correct the behaviours that are limiting productivity.
I have worked in sales now for around fifteen years and by my own admission, for most of that time I was what you might describe as an "old school salesman"! I was reasonably successful, but spent a lot of time chasing customers, giving away my expertise and information whilst being treated poorly by potential customers and buyers.
I must admit when I started at Sandler I was very sceptical, and I couldn't get my head around many of the principles. It took a while for the information to trickle in, but I jumped in with both feet, and proved that you can teach an old dog new tricks!
My sales approach has completely changed, for the better I might add! I no longer chase customers, they come to me. My sales revenue has risen dramatically, along with my self esteem! My communication skills have improved greatly and I have learnt the importance of listening intently to my customers individual requirements. The skills gained at Sandler have also enriched my personal life and have opened my eyes to a completely new way of thinking.
In a nutshell I would wholeheartedly recommend this training to anyone, in any walk of life. My only regret is that I didn't discover Sandler when I first got into sales, who knows where I would be now..........?
Thanks again Mark!
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Mark Valentine, Sales Director, Universal Tanker Services.