As sales professionals, one of the most important things we can do to ensure success is to properly prepare and structure our sales calls.
Despite there being a number of ways of speaking with our prospects, and our customers, the telephone is still one of the best ways to sell. Many sales professionals and business owners swear by the telephone, and it has yet to die out.
In fact, here at Paragon Sales Solutions, we make hundreds of cold calls per day as part of our lead generation and telemarketing services, and we have come to learn what it takes to become successful at it – and in this short article, we want to share some of these hints and tricks with you.
Whether you are making a cold call or a warm call, having a plan in place can make all the difference. Here are our top tips for getting ready for and structuring a successful sales call:
- Research:
Take the time to research your prospects and their company before making a sales call. Knowing the basics about their business, industry, and customers will help you make the most of your time on the call.
- Have a goal:
Identify the goal of your sales call before you begin. Whether you are looking to generate leads, close a sale, or simply build relationships, having a purpose for the call will keep you focused.
- Know your product:
Make sure you are familiar with your product and its features and benefits. You should be able to clearly explain how your product or service can benefit your prospect and how it is different from the competition.
- Be prepared:
Have a list of questions and topics to discuss, and be ready to answer any questions your prospect may have. The more prepared you are, the more confident and professional you will appear.
- Follow up:
Make sure you follow up with prospects after the sales call. This will ensure that you build relationships and reinforce your message.
We hope this advice helps you prepare for, and structure your sales calls in the most effective way possible. To stay up to date on the latest sales trends and resources, be sure to follow us on our social media pages as listed below!
Paragon Sales Solutions are a multi-award-winning sales and marketing agency, formed by expert sales trainer and author, Robert Spence.
We offer an array of services designed to help our clients see an increase in their bookings, enquiries, leads, and sales.
If you would like to learn more about how Paragon Sales Solutions can help you to grow your business, be sure to contact us today.
