Struggling with closing sales? As salespeople, we can all empathize with this situation. We’ve found a potential customer who NEEDS what we are selling. It’s a no-brainer that the product is a perfect fit for their business and what they are trying to accomplish.

I don’t know many people that like salespeople. I get it...we can be annoying.

Customers are the backbone of every business and acquiring new customers is only half the battle. If you ask any successful businessperson, they will tell you the keys to sustaining a successful business are to foster a healthy relationship with your repeat customers and to turn new customers into brand advocates.

The million-dollar question is: How do I do this?

We have all been there, having spent hours working with a potential customer. The numerous phone calls, text messages, meetings, and follow-up emails… all with the goal of getting them to sign the contract. But they are moving so slowly as if they don’t have a care in the world. Now what?

I have given up on the idea of carrying around two phones … my own personal cell phone and one dedicated for work. Why would I need two phones if I can get everything done from just my own personal phone?

You NEED to keep your work life separate from your work life. Read on for a few easy suggestions as to how to accomplish this.