Our standards of professional sales behaviour

It’s fair to say sales people have not always had the highest professional image. We don’t have to look very far for stereotypes of slippery sales people being economical with the truth and sweet talking their way out of tricky client situations. Whilst every sales role is slightly different, we believe there are a set … Read more

Negotiation: Lyin’ and Cheatin’ is Alive and Kicking

The Good The Bad & The Ugly Dirty Tricks in Buying and Selling     Many thanks to all of you who contributed to the “Dirty Tricks in Negotiation” survey – the results are FASCINATING!   For example……. Both professions are prepared to lie (29.4% overall). BUT buyers are twice as likely as sales people … Read more

How does your organisation help you deal with knocks and shocks of a sales role?

It is 2013 and the recession continues. Sales people are being pushed from pillar to post to close opportunities and meet deadlines. But what support does your organisation provide to help you to deal with the knocks and shocks of a sales role? How do they ensure you don’t suffer from burn out whilst still … Read more