
The Old-School Sales Tactics That No Longer Work
09/19/24 • 14 min
Ever been on the receiving end of a sales pitch that felt like a time warp to the 1980s?
I recently heard about a timeshare pitch that went so spectacularly wrong, it inspired this whole episode.
Today, we're diving into why those dated, aggressive sales tactics are absolute poison for your business in 2024.
This is a wake-up call you don't want to miss.
Here's a taste of what you’ll hear about:
- Why your cultural IQ might be the secret weapon you're neglecting
- The timeless sales strategy that never goes out of style (hint: it's not manipulation)
- How to win sales with today's diverse buyers without acting like a douchebag
The world of sales is evolving faster than ever.
If you're still clinging to those old-school tactics, you're going to get left in the dust.
Book a sales level-up call and let’s simplify your sales process:
https://calendly.com/aleasha/sales-level-up
Remember, in the world of Black Sheep sales, we don't pressure – we empower 🖤
Ever been on the receiving end of a sales pitch that felt like a time warp to the 1980s?
I recently heard about a timeshare pitch that went so spectacularly wrong, it inspired this whole episode.
Today, we're diving into why those dated, aggressive sales tactics are absolute poison for your business in 2024.
This is a wake-up call you don't want to miss.
Here's a taste of what you’ll hear about:
- Why your cultural IQ might be the secret weapon you're neglecting
- The timeless sales strategy that never goes out of style (hint: it's not manipulation)
- How to win sales with today's diverse buyers without acting like a douchebag
The world of sales is evolving faster than ever.
If you're still clinging to those old-school tactics, you're going to get left in the dust.
Book a sales level-up call and let’s simplify your sales process:
https://calendly.com/aleasha/sales-level-up
Remember, in the world of Black Sheep sales, we don't pressure – we empower 🖤
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