Finance

Global sales for your business!

Do you want to spend the rest of your life selling sugared water, or do you want a chance to change the world? - Steve Jobs

In business, for your company to grow, you have to generate sales, otherwise you will remain where you are, with no progress. As an entrepreneur, you have to outline strategic plans to ensure that sales are generated so that you can remain relevant in your industry you are in as a business. 

To be a great sales man as an entrepreneur, you must have a vision that clarifies where your company is heading, then you must align your sales strategies to the vision. 

Components of generating sales!

Know your product/service and love it! 

Customers won't think twice about running to your business  because they know you get it. I clients are comfortable in knowing you know their wants, this will generate more sales.

Persistence!

This is one of the qualities you should posses if you truly want to make it in sales. People who have achieved great amounts of wealth in sales or what ever business they know the value of persistence!  

 

Know what your clients want!

If you are selling a product or service to a client, it definitely has to be something you know. You must be confident in the essentiality of your product or service.

Another important factor here is that you must love what you are selling. If you don't love it, it will show in your attitude. You will offer poor service. In the words of author Michelle Moore, professionals never guess - they make it their business to know their business.

Have great referrals

As an entrepreneur, you have to put your heart and soul in your business. If you keep your client satisfied with the business you offer, you will have excellent referrals. The relevance of giving your best to every client is that they will definitely get you new clients! A happy client generates more business for your business.

 "An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." - Benjamin Franklin

When it comes to investing, nothing will pay off more than educating yourself. Do the necessary research, study and analysis before making any investment decisions.

 "I will tell you how to become rich. Close the doors. Be fearful when others are greedy. Be greedy when others are fearful." - Warren Buffett

Be prepared to invest in a down market and to "get out" in a soaring market. (For more, read Think Like Warren Buffett.)