Mastering The World Of Selling

Of the 17 million people in the U.S. who are involved directly or indirectly in sales, many repeatedly acknowledge facing four major challenges: No prior sales education or training Lack of formalized sales training, resources, and methodologies provided by their companies Due to the recession and downsizing era, lack of 12-18 month professional sales training for new hires provided by Fortune 500 companies A consistent struggle to keep their sales force, distributors, manufacturers reps and affiliates motivated and focused on effectively selling their products and services Mastering the World of Selling helps companies and entrepreneurs overcome these four major obstacles with candid advice and winning strategies from the leading sales trainers and training companies in the world: Acclivus*AchieveGlobal*Action Selling*Tony Allesandra*Brian Azar*Baker Communications, Inc.*Mike Bosworth*Ian Brodie*Ed Brodow*Mike Brooks*Bob Burg*Jim Cathcart*Robert Cialdini PhD*Communispond, Inc.*Tim Connor*CustomerCentric Selling*Dale Carnegie*Sam Deep*Bryan Dodge*Barry Farber*Jonathan Farrington*Jeffrey Fox*Colleen Francis*FranklinCovey Sales Performance Solutions*Thomas A. Freese*Patricia Fripp*Ari Galper*General Physics Corporation*Jeffrey Gitomer*Charles H. Green*Ford Harding*Holden International*Chet Holmes*Tom Hopkins*Huthwaite, Inc.*Imparta, Ltd.*InfoMentis, Inc.*Integrity Solutions*Janek Performance Group, Inc.*Tony Jeary*Dave Kahle*Ron Karr*Knowledge-Advantage, Inc.*Jill Konrath*Dave Kurlan*Ron LaVine*Kendra Lee*Ray Leone*Chris Lytle*Paul McCord*Mercuri International*Miller Heiman, Inc.*Anne Miller*Dr. Ivan Misner*Michael Macedonio*Sharon Drew Morgen*Napoleon Hill Foundation*Michael Oliver*Rick Page*Anthony Parinello*Michael Port*Porter Henry*Prime Resource Group, Inc.*Neil Rackham*Revenue Storm*Linda Richardson*Keith Rosen*Frank Rumbauskas*Sales Performance International, Inc.*Sandler Training*Dr. Tom Sant*Stephan Schiffman*Dan Seidman*Blair Singer*Terri Sjodin*Art Sobczak*Drew Stevens, PhD*STI International*The Brooks Group*The Friedman Group*The TAS Group*Brian Tracy*ValueSelling Associates*Wendy Weiss&*Jacques Werth*Floyd Wickman*Wilson Learning*Dirk Zeller*Tom Ziglar*Zig Ziglar

You're in sales. Whether you call it persuasion or sharing, it all boils down to the same thing. Your aim is to get other people to accept you, your product or your idea. Within these pages are hundreds of ideas for doing just that. Not only are the ideas here, but the words and phrases that make them work are here as well. Tom Hopkins is unique in that he won't teach you any strategy that he hasn't proven to work successfully in real-life selling situations. One single strategy alone has tripled the sales volume of many readers. That's why the book is recognized as a classic 25+ years after its first printing. This book is written in clear, easy-to-understand language. There's no hype or theory here, just proven-effective "how-to" strategies to help you increase your sales volume immediately. Need help in a specific area? Check out the detailed index. The answers to nearly every concern or objection are literally at your fingertips. Save yourself the time it took Tom to master the art of selling. It's all wrapped up in these pages for you.

Full of anecdotes, sales scripts, and proven tactics, this fully revised and updated book shows readers how to find the best listing prospects; win over "For Sale by Owner" sellers; earn the seller's trust; and more.

The Sales Upgrade is a sales strategy and methodology for consultative and experiential selling. Applicable to anyone wishing to be ethically persuasive and influential and anyone operating in a consultative capacity.

Praise for Mastering the Complex Sale "Jeff Thull's process plays a key role in helping companies and their customers cross the chasm with disruptive innovations and succeed with game-changing initiatives." —Geoffrey A. Moore, author of Crossing the Chasm and Dealing with Darwin "This is the first book that lays out a solid method for selling cross-company, cross-border, even cross-culturally where you have multiple decision makers with multiple agendas. This is far more than a 'selling process'—it is a survival guide—a truly outstanding approach to bringing all the pieces of the puzzle together." —Ed Daniels, EVP, Shell Global Solutions Downstream, President, CRI/Criterion, Inc. "Mastering the Complex Sale brilliantly sets up value from the customer's perspective. A must-read for all those who are managing multinational business teams in a complex and highly competitive environment." —Samik Mukherjee, Vice President, Onshore Business, Technip "Customers need to know the value they will receive and how they will receive it. Thull's insights into the complex sale and how to clarify and quantify this value are remarkable—Mastering the Complex Sale will be required reading for years to come!" —Lee Tschanz, Vice President, North American Sales, Rockwell Automation "Jeff Thull is winning the war against commoditization. In his world, value trumps price and commoditization isn't a given, it's a choice. This is a proven alternative to the price-driven sale. We've spoken to his clients. This stuff really works, folks." —Dave Stein, CEO and Founder, ES Research Group, Inc. "Our business depends on delivering breakthrough thinking to our executive clients. Jeff Thull has significantly redefined sales and marketing strategies that clearly connect to our global audience. Read it, act on it, and take your results to exceptional levels." —Sven Kroneberg, President, Seminarium Internacional "Jeff's main thesis—that professional customer guidance is the key to success—rings true in every global market today. Mastering the Complex Sale is the essential read for any organization looking to transform their business for long-term, value-driven growth." —Jon T. Lindekugel, President, 3M Health Information Systems, Inc. "Jeff Thull has re-engineered the conventional sales process to create predictable and profitable growth in today's competitive marketplace. It's no longer about selling; it's about guiding quality decisions and creating collaborative value. This is one of those rare books that will make a difference." —Carol Pudnos, Executive director, Healthcare Industry, Dow Corning Corporation

In the blink of an eye, the world as we knew it had changed. A global pandemic turned conference meetings into zoom calls, kitchens into offices, happy hours into virtual ones and turned selling into virtual selling. To remain successful, businesses were forced to pivot and adapt the manner in which they engaged with prospective clients and customers. We have seen how quickly the tides can turn and are settling into "the new normal". There are numerous challenges to face as we adapt to this new remote selling model- difficulty establishing rapport, utilizing digital tools, making genuine connections, technical difficulties, etc. It is natural to feel intimidated or overwhelmed by all these changes but Mastering Virtual Selling is here to help you be the maestro of your own virtual symphony. We're here to tell you that if wielded correctly, your conductor's baton can effectuate sales triumphs better than in-person selling ever could. We will go behind the curtain to break down how to leverage the technology at your disposal, advance pipeline opportunities, and successfully engage more prospects in less time, at lower costs, while reducing the sales cycle. With each new chapter and each new framework, you will gain confidence in your ability to engage virtually in this new world and will be making beautiful music in no time.

In order to achieve great success in the field of selling, you need product knowledge, people skills, and discipline. Your company provides product knowledge and gives you an idea of who your ideal clients will be. You provide your own discipline to learn the ropes, be well-organized, and treat your clients well. Tom Hopkins teaches you the people skills aspect of selling.

Tom Hopkins is a master sales trainer, and an authority on the subject of selling. He has authored 18 books on the subjects of selling and success. Nearly three million copies of his books have been purchased and read by those who are serious about their selling careers. Tom has also personally instructed over five million sales pros on five continents through live events.

Learn the psychologically-sound fundamentals of a career in selling including: the right words to use; how to get referred leads; where to find new business; the types of questions to ask in order to get the answers you need; and exactly what to say to close sales. This abridged version of Tom’s textbook-size How to Master the Art of Selling is an ideal starting point for anyone who is new to sales. It’s a great refresher for a sales veteran, too. The more nuances of selling you are aware of, the more opportunities for success you will create. Learn the most-effective selling strategies of the last 40 years by reading this book.

If you believe that the answer no is but a request for more information and understand that the best closing questions are rhetorical, you understand the basic art of sales. If you can teach that art to others, you have the makings of a good sales manager. But not all good sales managers are equal; some are forward thinking enough to be good leaders as well as managers. To be a leader you have to see failures as opportunities to learn and you have to understand the best way to respond to any challenge is to anticipate it before it arrives. In The Art of Mastering Sales Management, Thomas Cook shares the proven practices and principles of good salesmanship that have made him a highly successful businessman and one of the most sought-after sales trainers in the world today. Written for those managers and executives who want to elevate the performance of their entire teams in this age of globalization and minimal margins, the book provides core lessons supported with cases studies garnered during the author’s 35 years of hands-on experience over a diversity of businesses. This engaging and timely volume: Explores the current world events that are changing the art of selling Provides proven strategies, techniques, and tips for higher-end sales personnel and those who manage them Looks at ways to provide exemplary leadership during uncertain times Offers a daily regimen that will turn success into the result of practiced habit Change has become an absolute constant in the business world. That’s good news for those who are prepared to respond rather than merely react. The Art of Mastering Sales Management, will helps become a creative problem-solver. Heed its advice and turn your sales people from common employees into contributing committed stakeholders.