Communication techniques create better results

 The manner in which you express yourself and your choice of words will either turn others away from you or attract their attention for great results.  

When you respond to difficult questions on an interview or answer challenging questions of a client you must be both agreeable and assertive at the same time.  Most of all, you need to speak with confidence (not arrogance) that you are able to get the job done.  

In other words, you must believe in what you are saying.  That belief comes from deep within and must be heard in your voice.  As soon as a quiver of doubt enters your voice, that doubt will be magnified in the vibration of the sound.  

If you are a person who becomes nervous on interviews or appointments, I highly recommend you take a public speaking class.  There you will learn to command the techniques that deliver precisely that which you wish to communicate in words, sound, posture and body language.  All of this combines to present a professional package to your prospect.  

When you are able to harness your belief and transform it into communication, you will attract the right job, more clients and greater sales.  Communication becomes your marketing and is most definitely your business development.   When executed properly, your prospect will soon become your client or the job interview will turn into your hearing HIRED!  

Upon having your communication techniques in control, you may then approach media with ease, infuse video for a wider reach on social media, and create a wider client attraction campaign to be heard.  Entrepreneurs who wish to grow their business methodically and successfully, you will wish to consider our Business Retreat May 4-7 in the Sonoma Wine Country.  

You will learn these techniques and leave with the mindset, vision and plan to be headed for a very Smooth Sale!

Bring Disguised Opportunity to Light to Enjoy the Sunshine!

Last week, I received an email from the President of a large organization thanking me for being a long-time loyal customer.  Today, I shared with "Alexa" that I immediately seized the moment to thank him for his acknowledgement.  Next, I proceeded to tell him about an opportunity complementary to the service he already has in place which offers a great likelihood it will further grow his business.  

Alexa's response was profound as she relayed she used to do just that but has become complacent letting things slide.  She further shared that most people are not even aware that these possibilities are opportunities in disguise.  

As a seasoned sales professional, my mindset recognizes any communication presents an opportunity to respond.  You just need to prioritize where your time should be spent.

Whether you are a job seeker wanting a desired interview or an entrepreneur seeking additional prospects, clients and sales, be fully aware of all that comes through to you albeit email, social media messages, phone, print, or video.  Where you instantly see, hear or feel a connection, you must respond – your business depends upon it!   When you do take the initiative to reply, you are catapulted into the leadership spot attracting further interest in you and what you have to offer.

Business development grows more quickly and easily when you are willing to take calculated risk with the attitude of "let's see what happens".  

You make the opportunities come to you and then find enjoyment in the Smooth Sale!

Commitment is key for anything you undertake whether it's a personal or business relationship, finding a job, or further building upon what you have created.  Anyone possessing doubt, reluctance or half-heartedness toward proceeding or recognizing success can be theirs, is headed for less than glorious days ahead.

Whether you watch athletes or contestants on American Idol, they have one thing in common ~ a dedication to perfecting their craft to become hugely successful.  Anything worthwhile for you, is worth the commitment of education, implementing what you have learned and continued practice for further improvement.

Recently I was complemented on copy that I wrote for an upcoming event.  I laughed with delight.  In the early years it was close to impossible for me to write about myself or even make the verbiage engaging for the reader.  One day I came across the incredible copy of another that had me reading every word.  I began studying her email messages to figure out what I liked best.  It was the very personal tone and humor both of which are a natural part of my style.

Natural is the key word today.  Anything you study and undertake must be compatible with the real you.  The real you is your brand and will become your marketing-communication effort that attracts increased prospects, clients and sales; it will also help to land you the job you desire.  

By remaining loyal to your authenticity, you will build character and strength landing you in the leadership category attracting far more of what you desire or greater success.  This is the simple formula for a Smooth Sale!

P.S.  We created a wine country business retreat to help you GROW your business -please let us know how we may help you.