As I travel across the country, I am asked how important price is in the buying decision. Yes, it is a key part of the purchasing process. Note: I said “a part” not “the part.” However, if you are focusing…
On Feb. 3, I faced one of the scariest events of my life. I was grilling hamburgers for my family—like I have thousands of times before—when suddenly the grill exploded due to a propane leak. I am so thankful that…
Young children have the habit of asking “Why?” Often, as parents, it is easy to become annoyed with the nonstop stream of questions. “Daddy, why is the sky blue?” “Why do I have to go to bed now?” Why? Why?…
The word “passion” is defined as any powerful or compelling emotion or feeling. I argue that when any great salesperson or sales strategy is examined, positive passion will be found. Passion that is channeled in such a positive direction is…
It seems that nearly every week a printing or promotional company tells me the people they are calling on do not return messages. I hear this from sales staff, as well as executives and/or ownership. But the same people complaining—oftentimes executives—are…
In the printing industry, many salespeople see obstacles as objections and view them in a negative light. They view obstacles as things that get in the way of what they are trying to accomplish. Many salespersons have been taught (through…
Today's, focus will be on print buyers. One thing has become clear to me, after having time with print buyers across the country. They do not care! So, you are thinking, “Ryan, what don’t they care about?” Good question. Well,…
Would You Buy from You?By Ryan T. Sauers @ryansauersYes, you heard the question correctly. Would you buy from you? At first, you may be thinking—Duh, Sauers-- of course. However, it is amazing how when I drill in on this subject,…
Ok, this is a list of overused expressions that I am tired of hearing. :-) So, I thought I would blog it away.Over time I will add more based on your feedback-- so keep it coming.Here we go...It is what…
A great way to improve your leadership skills is by determining your “blind spot.” The below model is known as the Johari Window (more info can be found on its definition athttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johari_window ) and is a great tool to use when reviewing leadership. The…
If you have not been sure about the importance of listening until now... here goes...It has become apparent to me, now more than ever, in this noisy and rapidly moving world we live in-- that the true skills of active…
Break the Box! Let me say it again...Break the box...Live outside the box, shred the box... and dare not to be defined by the "confines of a box."Why is it that so many people today are confined by the proverbial…
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