The Importance of Communication
fisherkoons Through my year within a startup, I have been able to recognize some of the most important characteristics one can have while working in this space. The business I work…
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My Sales Expereince within a Marketing Startup
During the past two summers, I have had the incredible opportunity to work within a marketing startup in Texas called the Catalyst Agency. This startup has only existed for about…
Narrative: A Salespersons Best Friend
What is something that almost always grabs the attention of any listener? I am not sure what you were thinking of but the first thing that pops into my mind…
Blaine Hurst’s Advice on Problem Solving
Blaine Hurst’s Advice on Problem Solving This past Monday, I had the honor of joining Mr. Blaine Hurst for lunch in the entrepreneurship center for E + I. He was…
Parallels Between Sales and Evangelism
As college students, we hear quite often how to improve one’s salesmanship skills and sales strategies. Professors and guest lecturers speak on tips for improving our skills from non-sales selling…
“No thanks, I am just browsing!”
We all feel that awkward tension when we walk into a store and are confronted by a seemingly “sale-hungry” sales rep. As soon as we walk into the store, we…
Selling Faith
As long as I can remember, my dad has always been selling. I do not mean only selling software, services, and products, but also selling his incredible faith and vast…
Golf and Sales: Does it Work?
Everyone has heard the salesman stereotype of selling on the golf course, but does it actually work? One might think of think back to episode 17 of season 4 of…
A Closing Technique Everyone Should Avoid
Have you ever been shopping and picked up something that sparked a little interest? This is a common occurrence for people who enjoy browsing around retail stores. Personally, I experience…
Selling High-End Fashion Can be Scary
Being responsible for a man or woman’s shopping experience can be a daunting task, especially when you have never worked in retail prior to that job. From the summer of…