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Beating The Typewriter (Part 1)

Imagine selling word processors, when the IBM Selectric typewriter with self correcting tape was considered cutting edge technology. Think about the challenges you'd have as a salesperson: You couldn't focus on "your solution" because no one knew they had a "word processor problem." You couldn't rely on explaining your features and benefits because no one would understand them. There'd be no word of mouth, because no one was really using them. You'd have no case studies, because it has little...

Branding Is Crap!

There, I finally said it. Branding is crap! Sure, it might be fine, even important, if you're...

It's Not A Salespeople Problem

With increased frequency I'm getting requests from owners, CEOs and VP's asking for recommendations...

It's Not About You

I've got bad news for some of the entrepreneurs out there. Success in business is not about you....

Goodbye Flip & A Thought on Focus

Today, Cisco announced that it was closing down it's FLIP camera unit. Cisco bought the company in...

Avoiding The Biggest Sales Mistake

The biggest sales mistake B2B salesforces make is focusing on process when they should be selling...

What's Your Plan B?

If I've been reminded of one thing this year, it's the predicting the future is a bad business....

The Design of Message

Great design is achieved, not when there is nothing left to add, but when there is nothing left to...

No Shortcuts

As much as I would like to tell you about a short cut to resonating with your customers and...

Sales Command

To be honest, successful selling requires a degree of, for lack of a better word, arrogance. You...