Back in the 1930s, in the wake of the stock market crash that led to the Great Depression, there was a social phenomenon in the United States known as the “Hoover Garden,” sometimes called a “Depression Garden.”
Read MoreDavid Mattson, President and CEO of Sandler Training and 6-time Author, talks about his Wall Street Journal and BusinessWeek best-selling book, The Sandler Rules: 49 Timeless Selling Principles and How to Apply Them.
Read MoreWe all understand that generally speaking referred prospects will accelerate through the sales pipeline at a much faster rate than other types of opportunities, and they will also be more receptive towards providing future referrals. Did you know that? 40% of salespeople are failing in their sales careers. 45% of all salespeople earn the average…
Read MoreIn this episode of Selling the Sandler Way, Dave Mattson, the President and CEO of Sandler Training explores the Sandler Selling Philosophies behind the Sandler Selling System with Chuck Polin, a Sandler Trainer. Dave Mattson: We’re talking about the nontraditional ways to get better and more referrals. If you think about that, as professional salespeople and managers,…
Read MoreI had an interesting conversation at a social event that made me recognize that I, along with people in general, seem to want to make decisions for other people. This is an interesting observation from a sales perspective and it’s also applicable in our everyday lives. Let me share the story: An acquaintance and I…
Read MoreIf your sales objective is to make the sale regardless, get the biggest order possible and structure the best deal for your company, then your entire focus is really on you. Many salespeople will say and do almost anything to make the sale. Too few will take the time to fully understand the prospect’s real needs…
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