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Story-Listening To Sell More
A win-at-all-costs Operations Director summons her business manager into her office. She pointedly explains, “I have just negotiated a budget exception from the vice-president to upgrade our key production equipment. I need you to negotiate the most effective technology solution … Continue reading
Selling Experience, Buying Creativity
“Relationships drive business!”, according to the crusty sales veteran! The young sales leader rolls her eyes. The old fundamentals are true to the point that buyers acquire goods and services form sources that they like and trust. Nevertheless, in an … Continue reading
Second Mover Advantage
The first rat gets the trap. The second rat gets the cheese. While entrepreneurs love touting their success when deploying first mover advantages, they typically overlook the established foundation that permitted early success. Before establishing a business relationship, responsible parties … Continue reading
Grinding Again, or Still?
Back to the Grind delivers out-of-the-box inspiration and great coffee in Riverside, CA. Creative people visit because the atmosphere facilitates great storytelling. Likewise, the bistro projects a brand that encourages eclectic coffee drinkers to congregate and nurture new ideas. With … Continue reading
Posted in Business Development, Creating Culture
Tagged Branding, Business, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Grind, Growth, Marketing, Niche, Results, Storytelling, Success
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Plant A Strong Brand
One planted acorn grows into an enormous oak tree, in the same way a clever campaign can grow into a business empire! Just think, Netflix started out as a lazy alternative to standing in line at Blockbuster. No late fees … Continue reading
Posted in Business Development, Client Relationships
Tagged Branding, Business, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Grind, Growth, Marketing, Networking, Promotion, Results, Sales, Storytelling
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Sales Make The Mundane Magical
The magic behind business success is hard work and excitement. Listen to great business professionals long enough and you will hear grand visions, boundless enthusiasm, and mesmerizing storytelling. Storytelling is the hallmark of business success whether the information is presented … Continue reading
Posted in Business Coaching, Business Development, Client Relationships
Tagged Branding, Business, Grind, Marketing, Networking, New Clients, Promotion, Sales, Storytelling, Training
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Profit or Non-Profit – Just Satisfy The Customer
Too many entrepreneurs with a social conscience truly believe that they want to launch a non-profit organization to enhance their business. Aligning with a nonprofit organization potentially enhances the business’ branding because of the good feelings attached to their perceived … Continue reading
