How I made my first sale
11/02/21 • 26 min
Keeping it real, I feel like I wasted so much time trying to figure out selling and running a business when I first got started. It turns out that my first few sales where just around the corner when I got support, got focused, and took imperfect actions. Over the years, my sales process has evolved as I’ve narrowed down the most important activities for finding and signing new clients. But it wasn’t easy. There were roadblocks, mindset drama, self-confidence issues and more.
Making a conscious effort to deal with it all as it came gave me my edge and I know the same will be true for you if this is something you're struggling with in your business.
I’m going to walk you through, step by step, through my process of signing my first high-ticket clients and show you how you can do the same.
Resources mentioned in this episode
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Khalida DuBose is a business mentor specializing in sales strategy. As a previous crowdfunding coach, she supported more than a thousand crowdfunding campaigns and project creators in their quest to bring their dreams, passions, and ideas to the world. Now, she focuses on helping women of color who are early-stage online business owners as they navigate the entrepreneurial journey. For more information on Khalida, visit khalidadubose.com.
Follow Khalida on Instagram @khalida.dubose. You can email her at [email protected].
The Black Girl Business Bar is produced by Zuri Berry (@ZMCPodcasts). Music by Vincent Tone and Die Hard Productions.
Keeping it real, I feel like I wasted so much time trying to figure out selling and running a business when I first got started. It turns out that my first few sales where just around the corner when I got support, got focused, and took imperfect actions. Over the years, my sales process has evolved as I’ve narrowed down the most important activities for finding and signing new clients. But it wasn’t easy. There were roadblocks, mindset drama, self-confidence issues and more.
Making a conscious effort to deal with it all as it came gave me my edge and I know the same will be true for you if this is something you're struggling with in your business.
I’m going to walk you through, step by step, through my process of signing my first high-ticket clients and show you how you can do the same.
Resources mentioned in this episode
More on Khalida
Khalida DuBose is a business mentor specializing in sales strategy. As a previous crowdfunding coach, she supported more than a thousand crowdfunding campaigns and project creators in their quest to bring their dreams, passions, and ideas to the world. Now, she focuses on helping women of color who are early-stage online business owners as they navigate the entrepreneurial journey. For more information on Khalida, visit khalidadubose.com.
Follow Khalida on Instagram @khalida.dubose. You can email her at [email protected].
The Black Girl Business Bar is produced by Zuri Berry (@ZMCPodcasts). Music by Vincent Tone and Die Hard Productions.
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It's time to get real about undercharging our clients and underpaying ourselves.
If you find yourself awkwardly talking with clients about your prices or pricing your services based on what you think clients can pay, this episode is for you.
I break down how you should evaluate your worth and what should go into your pricing structure. I also tell the story of how I came to accept a job far below my value (never again!) and the daily tasks I do to make sure it never happens again.
Resources mentioned in this episode
More on Khalida
Khalida DuBose is a business mentor specializing in sales strategy. As a previous crowdfunding coach, she supported more than a thousand crowdfunding campaigns and project creators in their quest to bring their dreams, passions, and ideas to the world. Now, she focuses on helping women of color who are early-stage online business owners as they navigate the entrepreneurial journey. For more information on Khalida, visit khalidadubose.com.
Follow Khalida on Instagram @khalida.dubose. You can email her at [email protected].
The Black Girl Business Bar is produced by Zuri Berry (@ZMCPodcasts). Music by Vincent Tone and Die Hard Productions.
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A word with Heidi Lewis-Ivey
Ladies, this is a special treat for you. In this episode, I'll be joined by award-winning author and business executive Heidi Lewis-Ivey.
Heidi is an ordained elder, a prophetic minister, and an internationally acclaimed speaker. She is the author of "Can I Rest Awhile?" and the new book, "Black Girl Cry: What Black Women Need to Know to Amplify Their Voices." She is also a co-author in Soulful Prayers Volumes 1 and 2 and Soulful Affirmations.
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There's lots of practical advice for those on the corporate path and entrepreneurs. Enjoy!
Find Heidi on LinkedIn, Facebook, or Instagram.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- "Black Girl Cry: What Black Women Need to Know to Amplify Their Voices" by Heidi Lewis-Ivey
- "Can I Rest Awhile?" by Heidi Lewis-Ivey
- Savvy Sales for Solopreneurs
More on Khalida
Khalida DuBose is a business mentor specializing in sales strategy. As a previous crowdfunding coach, she supported more than a thousand crowdfunding campaigns and project creators in their quest to bring their dreams, passions, and ideas to the world. Now, she focuses on helping women of color who are early-stage online business owners as they navigate the entrepreneurial journey. For more information on Khalida, visit khalidadubose.com. Follow Khalida on Instagram @khalida.dubose. You can email her at [email protected].
The Black Girl Business Bar is produced by Zuri Berry (@ZMCPodcasts). Music by Vincent Tone and Die Hard Productions.
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