Albert Einstein once said, “If I had an hour to save the world, I would spend 55 minutes defining th
9 Things That Turn Buyers Off
by Scott Stiver | Mar 8, 2017 | Message from the Mentor
As sales professionals, we strive daily to deploy words and actions that will be most effective in b
The Exploratory Process: Examples of Strong Focusing Questions
by Scott Stiver | Feb 8, 2017 | Message from the Mentor
Each type of Exploratory question learned during Dimensions of Professional Selling (DPS) sales training plays a role in establishing a productive
The Price You Will Pay for Leading With Products/Solutions
by Scott Stiver | Jan 18, 2017 | Message from the Mentor
It is universally recognized that sales professionals should never enter a sales call spewing the fe
Tips for Writing a Better Proposal
by Scott Stiver | Oct 26, 2016 | Message from the Mentor
In last week’s issue of MFTM, we identified The Most Common Sales Proposal Mistakes. This week we share tips for writing a better proposal
Do Your Customers Feel Better After Spending Time With You?
by Scott Stiver | Aug 3, 2016 | Message from the Mentor
We often talk about the importance of building strong, long-term relationships with customers. One m
Getting More Out of Networking Events for Sales Success
by Scott Stiver | Jun 22, 2016 | Message from the Mentor
Do you find networking events to be painful and unproductive? That outlook may be a symptom of poor
Choose Your Words Carefully: 20 Commonly Confused & Misused Words That Can Hinder Your Sales Effectiveness
by Scott Stiver | May 11, 2016 | Message from the Mentor
Articulate language is essential for cultivating an image of professionalism and competence, and mis
5 Time Management Tips for Sales Success
by Scott Stiver | Jan 21, 2016 | Message from the Mentor
There is no challenge in the professional selling world more prolific than that of our overstuffed w
Holiday “Lull” Can be Productive, Beneficial for Sales Consultants- Carew International
by Scott Stiver | Dec 16, 2015 | Message from the Mentor
In the business world, the next two weeks are widely considered the slowest period of the year. But