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Avoid Salesy - Feel Good

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Avoid these common selling questions - they cause all sorts of "salesy" trouble.

Here we go...(1:00 min vid here)

Salesy v. Trusted Advisor smack down



Salesy: I’d love to get 30 mins on your calendar to show you what we have to offer.

Trusted Advisor: Are you open to a conversation to learn more about what’s important to you and your situation, or not so much?



Salesy: Tell me about your pain and challenges - what’s keeping you up at night?

Trusted Advisor: I’m not sure this is on your mind, but typically when I chat with folks like yourself, I’m hearing X, Y, and Z. Is this your experience, or am I off base?



Salesy: I think this would really help you with your problem.

Trusted Advisor: Do you this would be a good fit in your context, or did I miss the mark?



Salesy: the cost is X, but if you purchase this month I can save you 10%

Trusted Advisor: The investment is X

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