I recently read an article that discussed many things within the sales world, including selling, the buyer, and how you, as the seller, should deal with the product. I was very interested in the article’s sales strategies for beginners and the things these salesmen/saleswomen should know going into the early stages of selling. One of the first things the article talked about was knowing your product inside and out. If you don’t fully understand the product you’re selling, it’s going to be hard for you to convince someone else that it’s worth buying. Whether it’s an electronic, a piece of clothing, or even a service of your own, being knowledgeable about its features and benefits makes you look much more confident and trustworthy. The article also pointed out how important it is to listen to the customer or customers. As a beginner, it might seem like you have to talk non-stop about how great the product is, but really, listening to what the customer needs is even more important. When you listen, you can figure out what problems they’re trying to solve, and then show them how your product can help. Another key point was the importance of building relationships and trust with customers. People want to buy from someone they trust, so it’s important to show that you genuinely care about their needs. If you focus on helping the customer rather than just making a sale, they’ll be more likely to return or recommend you to others. Also, instead of just listing features, the article suggested focusing on the benefits of the product. Talking about why the customer could need your product or service or what that service or product could do for them. The article talked about how a beginner can use rejection as not something to dwell on but something to use to improve your selling experience.

 

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  1. I agree with you totally and think that rejection or failure can and should be used as a positive thing for growth. I myself have had sales calls where I missed an opportunity to close a sale completely, however I used those moments to learn from where I went wrong, and what I could’ve said to close the sale. Failure is a tool for growth in sales.

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