A successful businessman recently told me that he thought far too many of his salespeople were approaching prospects with a ready-made set of expectations, beliefs and paradigms – and that even the most experienced were missing out on new business …

The Salesman Who Couldn’t See What Was Inside the Empty Christmas Box Read more »

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May the charlatans and half-jobs never darken your door – but may the knowledge that they exist, drive you to reach every customer an hour before the dishonest ever get a chance to call. May you wake every morning eager …

A New Year Message to Salespeople Read more »

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A successful businessman recently told me that he thought far too many of his salespeople initially approached prospects with a ready-made set of expectations, beliefs and paradigms – and that even the most experienced were missing out on new business …

2 Christmas Sales Stories – Prospects, Perceptions & Paradigms Read more »

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There was once a man who had three sons and 17 camels. On his death bed he split his 17 camels between his boys; Half to his eldest, One third to his middle son and One ninth to the youngest. …

Can You Solve the Puzzle of the 18th Camel? Read more »

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Once upon a time there was a Sales King. The Sales King had two beautiful daughters who gave him great joy, they were called Prospect and Customa. Great fortunes were spent on them and many songs were sung. One night …

A Business Fairy Tale – The Sales King Read more »

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Salesman Bob has just renewed his membership at the “Sales Gym” for the New Year. He’s decided that he wants to get himself ready for the testing times ahead – healthy, wealthy and thinking like a champion. All the members …

Salesman Bob and the Sales-Gym Treadmill Read more »

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