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How to keep employees happy and motivated
Some bosses think they can get staff working hard with punishment and threats - but studies show happy employees are more productive. Try these tips.
Date: 8 October 2019 By:
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12 ways to generate more sales leads
All businesses need to ensure they have a healthy pipeline of new sales coming in. How to generate more leads to convert into satisfied customers.
Date: 12 September 2019 By:
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Seven ways to save money on your business flights
Business travel can be a costly affair. Here are seven ways to save money and reduce the cost of your business flights and travel.
Date: 3 September 2019 By:
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Marketing your vehicle for sale online
The market for used business vehicles online is vast - but competition is ferocious. Eight steps to making the sale at the best possible price.
Date: 30 July 2019 By:
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Are sales slipping through your fingers?
Running a successful business can be overwhelming at times. A simple CRM system can help you streamline your process and never miss a sale.
Date: 3 October 2018 By:
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Why your small business needs a CRM system
You don't need extra admin - so is a CRM really worth it? Yes - here's how one could help you look more professional and convert more leads.
Date: 23 August 2018 By:
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Why delivery is key to online sales success
Delivery options and service are crucial for ecommerce retailers that want to keep customers coming back for more, says James Middleton.
Date: 12 June 2017 By:
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Why direct selling is back in fashion
Direct selling has come a long way since Tupperware parties; now young people are driving change in this growing industry says Paula Gorry.
Date: 7 February 2017 By:
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Are you still presenting like it's 1999?
Conversational presenting allows you to find out what your audience wants before you present your solutions. Spencer Waldron explains.
Date: 15 November 2016 By:
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What to do when someone won't return your call
What do you do when you can't get through to a business contact? Andy Bounds explains how to make contact with hard-to-reach prospects.
Date: 19 August 2016 By:
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Four simple ways to improve your presentations
Four simple techniques to improve your presentations. Andy Bounds explains how to put passion and engagement into your presentation
Date: 3 November 2015 By:
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What makes a great salesperson? The answer might surprise you...
The Sales Executive Council (SEC) has found that salespeople behave in one of five ways, depending on the situation. Here's what they found.
Date: 5 October 2015 By:
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How to qualify leads in just ten minutes
Only 20% of leads result in a sale. The key is to concentrate on the ones that are most likely to convert. Qualifying leads should take just 10 mins.
Date: 12 January 2015 By:
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How to sell when you are "crazy busy"
All business owners get busy — it comes with the territory and we all have to make choices on what we prioritise and what we don’t. Human nature tends to encourage us to prioritise the tasks that we like or are stronger at, and this, more often than not, does not include selling.
Date: 24 May 2011 By: