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Words that sell

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Words that sell

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  1. 13 words that can transform you into A SUPER SELLER

  2. Superheroes have many powers ...

  3. Super Strength

  4. Flying

  5. Invisibility

  6. It seems like superheroes can do it all.

  7. While salespeople might not have super strength, can’t fly and aren’t invisible …

  8. They do have a unique power …

  9. A power that closes more deals.

  10. A power that gains prospect’s trust.

  11. That power is…

  12. WORDS

  13. Harness your power and use these 13 words to transform into a SUPER SELLER.

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  15. 1 You

  16. In salesit is all about prospects. Make them feel special by using the word “you” early and often.

  17. In salesit is all about prospects. Make them feel special by using the word “you” early and often. Pro benchmark: Drop “you” once every minute.

  18. 2 Value

  19. “Customers don’t care about features and benefits, they only care about about value and achieving their objectives.” –Colleen Francis

  20. “Customers don’t care about features and benefits, they only care about about value and achieving their objectives.” –Colleen Francis Make clear how you provide value.

  21. 3 And

  22. The word “but” signals you are about to utter a statement that runs counter to what they want to hear.

  23. The word “but” signals you are about to utter a statement that runs counter to what they want to hear. Use “and” instead.

  24. Sales coach, Seamus Brown offers an example: I see that you only have a budget of $50,000,butlet me tell you why our system costs $100,000.

  25. Sales coach, Seamus Brown offers an example: I see that you only have a budget of $50,000, butandlet me tell you why our system costs $100,000.

  26. “And” is inclusive, allowing you to seem like you’re agreeing even when you’re disagreeing.

  27. 4 Do

  28. Replace “try” with “do,” to exude competency and trustworthiness.

  29. Replace “try” with “do,” to exude competency and trustworthiness. Instead of saying “I’d like to try …” say “What I’ll do is …”

  30. 5 Or

  31. Presenting multiple options can double or even triple your odds of receiving a yes.

  32. Presenting multiple options can double or even triple your odds of receiving a yes. Don’t just ask for a signed contract, offer contract A, B, or C .

  33. 6 Should we?

  34. Nobody wants to be told what to do. Turning suggestions into questions is a great way to maintain respect.

  35. 7 Consensus

  36. Widespread support is the #1 thing senior management looks for according to TheChallenger Sale.

  37. Widespread support is the #1 thing senior management looks for according to The Challenger Sale. Get management on board by conveying consensus.

  38. 8 Imagine

  39. Storytelling is a useful tactic, but don’t just tell a story…

  40. Storytelling is a useful tactic, but don’t just tell a story… Cast your prospect as the protagonist.

  41. These email templates would make my job so much easier. The word imagine allows prospects to not only hear about what the product can do, but picture themselves with it.

  42. These email templates would make my job so much easier. The word imagine allows prospects to not only hear about what the product can do, but picture themselves with it. ACCESS 36 FREE SALES EMAIL TEMPLATES NOW

  43. See; show; hear; tackle 9

  44. So it’s not technically one word, but they’re all in one family: the sense evoking family.

  45. So it’s not technically one word, but they’re all in one family: the sense evoking family. Use sensory language to grab your prospect’s attention.

  46. 10 Their Name

  47. Similar to “you,” using their name shows your presentation is customized just for them.

  48. Similar to “you,” using their name shows your presentation is customized just for them. Get people to pay attention and even like you more by using their name.

  49. 11 Power Words

  50. Incorporate power words to provoke strong feelings throughout your sales conversation.

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