Secrets of Successful Sales
In 'Secrets of Successful Sales', Alison Edgar unveils the hidden strategies that top salespeople use to close deals with confidence. With practical tips and real-life examples, she transforms traditional sales techniques into engaging conversations that build genuine connections. Edgar emphasizes the psychological aspects of selling, revealing how understanding consumer behavior can lead to greater success. This book is not just about techniques; it’s a roadmap to creating a sales mindset that empowers individuals to thrive in competitive environments. Discover the secrets that can transform your approach to sales and unlock your true potential!
By Alison Edgar
Published: 2018
"Success in sales isn't just about selling products; it's about building relationships, understanding needs, and creating value that lasts."
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If you don't sell, you don't have a business. In Secrets of Successful Sales, Alison Edgar, The Entrepreneur's Godmother, brings together psychology and sales to help you develop a winning strategy for increasing sales and growing your business. Centred around Alison's Four Key Pillars of Sales methodology, this book enables you to understand customer behaviours, provides you with a foolproof process, explains how to create an effective strategy, and close with confidence.
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About the Author
Alison Edgar
Alison Edgar is a distinguished author and highly regarded business speaker known for her expertise in entrepreneurship and sales. Her notable works include 'Secrets of Successful Women Entrepreneurs' and 'Smashing the Glass Ceiling: A Woman's Guide to Success', where she combines personal anecdotes with practical advice for aspiring businesswomen. Known for her engaging and accessible writing style, Alison aims to empower her readers with the tools and confidence to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.
Book Details
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- Authors
- Alison Edgar
- Published
- January 2018
- Publisher
- Panoma Press
- ISBN
- 1784521299
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 152
- Genres
- Sales TechniquesBusiness and EconomicsMarketing and SalesConsumer Behavior
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