Sales training ideas – An important element in your sales presentations.
September 14, 2009 by Johnc
Filed under Articles on Selling
When delivering a sales presentation, there is, by far, a sales tool you can use which is far more powerful than any other sales tool out there. It is a tool that many new salespeople have naturally but any of us can use this to propel our sales presentations.
A powerful tool for sales presentations
We had a situation in the investment business in which a young stockbroker became overwhelmed with emotion and excitement when a company stock he was buying for clients made a surprise announcement regarding a major new contract. The young broker hit the phone like a maniac and all of a sudden his laid-back, logical sales presentation was animated and lively. As a result, he opened three accounts in two hours. Considering he had only opened two accounts in the previous two months, it was obvious that the difference in his ability to open accounts came down to his enthusiasm and conviction.
A high level of enthusiasm alone made three sales in two hours, while a logical sales presentation alone made two sales in two months.
Often new salespeople are able to sell purely on enthusiasm. Typically, they have little product knowledge and know very little about the industry. Enthusiasm and excitement are all they have to offer.
Enthusiasm is perhaps the most powerful sales tool in that it alone can make sales. Put together a powerful sales presentation where you couple enthusiasm with a well-thought-out business case and strong logical appeal and your sales will skyrocket.


