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Comment on The 7 Early Warning Signs of Not Having a Sales Plan by Dr Wright

Dr Wright — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:48:03 +0000

These are great tips. The hardest part is breaking ourselves out of the funk. When you are only responsible to yourself, then it gets difficult. If you at least have an accountability partner, you can face the fact that you are in a funk and start making your way out. Make your way out BEFORE you get into dire straights.

Dr. Wright

Comment on Four Great Advantages To Working at Home by Slacker

Slacker — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:14:14 +0000

Just reading back through your posts and came across this one. I’ve been running my company now for almost three years, from four different US States and two different other countries, and I can say the lessons I’ve learned are invaluable. I wouldn’t change my situation for the world, as it allows me all of the above and more in my life (namely I’ve been able to concentrate on outside interests more such as blogging (as you can see from my posts on one of my blogs) and cooking), but I’m also able to explore additional business interests outside of my primary income streams.

However, I’ve found one of the most important things to keep in mind is that although you might get annoyed by the people in your office (bosses, coworkers and others), they still provide you with much-needed social interaction. That social piece can be very important, and like Michael above, I work from a coffee shop a couple of times a week in order to be around people. This and time management are crucial and if you think you can pull these two things off, then I say go for whatever idea you’ve been drumming around in the back of your head. It is still work, but it is always easier to do what you love than it seems at first.

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Comment on The 7 Early Warning Signs of Not Having a Sales Plan by Carla Alvarez

Carla Alvarez — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 16:27:19 +0000

Everyone needs to check to see if they are on the right track occasionally. These are great tips for any business.

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Comment on Work To The Best Of Your Ability by Sharley

Sharley — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:33:01 +0000

Very well said! I like your words of wisdom..

Comment on Use CommentLuv for better comments by Richard Schulz

Richard Schulz — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 17:28:15 +0000

SOCOM,

I have to agree with you, I to would like more comments left but at the same time to have comments for the sake of links or simply to say “yea I agree” seems kind of silly.
Blogging is about conversation, or at least I would like to think that it is, I would like to see more of the threads go in more of a converdational way,

Could you imagine sitting at Starbucks and havin a conversation that goes the way of most blog topics, LOL, I’d feel like I was stuck out on the back fence with Hank Hill and friends

Have a great day,

Richard

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Comment on Strength Finder Book Review by Moshe

Moshe — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 16:10:46 +0000

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Comment on The 7 Early Warning Signs of Not Having a Sales Plan by PMG

PMG — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 03:09:36 +0000

Wow - this is a great article. I really believe in getting back to the basics to get out of a slump. Sometimes you just have to tear it all down and build it back up again. Thanks for posting this!

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Comment on Announcing the FREE Channel Sales Playbook by SOCOM Sales

SOCOM Sales — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:22:48 +0000

@Anthony, You are very welcome. Thank you for downloading the channel sales playbook.

Comment on Announcing the FREE Channel Sales Playbook by Anthony

Anthony — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:57:26 +0000

Many thanks !

Comment on Announcing the FREE Channel Sales Playbook by Channel Sales Playbook | Koka Sexton dot Com

Channel Sales Playbook | Koka Sexton dot Com — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:35:51 +0000

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Comment on What are your personal strengths? by Heather

Heather — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 04:27:39 +0000

When you consider the costs of status quo in your like $12 is a veritable bargain. Really I’m amazed they’re able to keep the book so affordable with the current economic situation. We spend thousands trying to make ourselves look better with diets, exercise etc, why not spend a few dollars to improve your mind?

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Comment on What are your personal strengths? by admin

admin — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:39:49 +0000

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Comment on What are your personal strengths? by Ty Hurd

Ty Hurd — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:07:20 +0000

Cool test - seems like you have useful traits. Where the link to take the test? I’d like to give it a try!

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Comment on 10 Lead Generation (Prospecting) Tips for Sales People by Gina

Gina — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:46:53 +0000

Great tips and I’m glad you read Brian’s blog (I love it). I try to follow this type of list while generating leads and contacts, too, and it’s been great so far.

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Find your strengths with Strengths Finder 2.0 | Koka Sexton dot Com — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:32:18 +0000

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Strength Finder Book Review | SOCOM Sales Tips — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:27:22 +0000

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Comment on Organize your life - A 2 step process by George

George — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 11:16:39 +0000

I can always get myself oganized but as mentioned, following that plan is the tough part.

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Comment on 10 Lead Generation (Prospecting) Tips for Sales People by James Obermayer

James Obermayer — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:04:22 +0000

In the best of companies, lead generation can seldom account for more than half of the new business. The best reps must create their own opportunities. I read recently that the average company has a 40% turn-over each year (Smart & Alexander, “Topgrading for Sales” Penguin Books, Ltd). It is probably these salespeople who sit back and wait for company generated leads that loses his job. And yet with few exceptions salespeople give up on the sales inquiries much to soon, regardless of the source. Research always indicates that the life of an inquiry is as long as 12 months. Many articles on the Sales Lead Management Association address this issue. I like the Ten Tips, especially #7 Rigorously Qualify, and # 9, Develop A Nurturing Plan. Brian Carroll always gives memorable advice.

Comment on Want an Appointment? Just Ask by Learner Golfer

Learner Golfer — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 23:16:49 +0000

Sales reps can also see a person who wants to buy something and get them to. If a person just wanders into a used car lot because of boredom the rep will know and give less priority to this person. These are qualities that only come with experience.

A very good article. Thanks!

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