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Avoid Salesy - Feel Good

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As you know, buyers are overwhelmed. They have so much going on. To help them, we have to think differently. We need a different sales approach because the ability to buy and the ability to decide are not the same thing.

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The Jolt Effect study (and book) has shown that many prospects struggle to decide - even though they know they need to do something.

So what do our prospects do in this scenario?

Nothing.


Here's a quick tip to help them: look at how they think about making a decision


There's a spectrum - all the way on the left: they're all over the place, can't get out of their own way. All the way to the right: they're looking at three options, and you are one of them.

Your prospect will be somewhere on the spectrum.

Learning to recognize how people decide will help you address indecision.


For example, if you sense indecision, instead of pressure, offer a suggestion...e.g.,


"Typically, when folks have a lot going on, it's best to start small to get a quick win. How does that sound to you?"

I hope this helps you!

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The ability to buy and the ability to decide are not the same

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