Why Dating is Like Software Sales

Here is another example of the Sales Dating Mindset in this blog post by Saumil Mehta

If you’ve ever worked in an enterprise software company at the same time as being single, maybe you’ve noticed the similarities between dating and software sales. Here’s how:

Putting on a match.com profile is like going to a trade show.
Always out [...]

Motivational Quote: Experience

“An ounce of experience is worth a ton of theory.” – Ben Franklin

Motivational Quote: Negotiating Focus

“When negotiating, focus on how the other person benefits in the deal. Because that is what they really care about.” – Richard Elmes CSP, The Sales Dating Guy

Motivational Quote: Playing it Safe

“If you risk nothing, then you risk everything.” – Geena Davis, Actor

Motivational Quote: Getting Noticed

“The public is a parade walking past you. Unless you get them to turn their heads and look at you, they will simply walk on by.” – P.T. Barnum, 1890’s Business Tycoon

Dating and Sales – It’s not that different

I think we have another convert to the Sales Dating philosophy.
Here is an article by Greta Schulz.    http://www.b2bsalesplaybook.com/clubportal/ClubStatic.cfm?clubID=2173&pubmenuoptID=24674  Greta Schulz is the President of Proactive Training.
Dating and Sales – It’s Not That Different
Remember when you were dating, and you went out with someone for the first time? For example, let’s say you’re female (though the principle [...]

How to get others to sell your products and services for you

Imagine if you could have others promote you to their customers, who just happen to be your target market.
Well you can if you if you ask  these simple questions when setting up a cross promotion.
P.T. Barnum (who according to Joe Vitale http://www.mrfire.com  (from The Secret http://thesecret.tv/ fame) in his book “There’s a Customer Born Every Minute” http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0814479537/ref=sim_books/103-6167366-1778230, said that P.T. [...]

Motivational Quote: The Price of Victory

“If you believe in yourself and have dedication and pride, and never quit, you’ll be a winner. The price of victory is high, but so are the rewards.” -Paul “Bear” Bryant, Legandary Football Coach

Motivational Quote: Expecting Success

“Success isn’t something you chase. It’s something you have to put forth the effort constantly. Then maybe it’ll come when you least expect it.” – Michael Jordan, Basketball Legend

Motivational Quote: Sales Perspective

“Great Salespeople are not born or made. They evolve over time based on their dedication to excellence, and their willingness to serve.” – Jeffrey Gitomer, Author The Sales Bible + many others. http://www.gitomer.com