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At Asher Strategies, we are leading a renewed charge towards emotional selling and using emotional intelligence (EQ) for sales success. The evidence is just overwhelming; appealing to the intellect alone is a limited approach, even in B2B or government sales.

Ever see a successful sales person fly by the seat of their pants? They apparently don’t use techniques and skills to close sales, but somehow charm their way into getting orders.

One of the hallmarks of a good salesperson is they possess the natural talent to succeed in the sales profession. At Asher Strategies, we insist that every sales professional, whether inside or outside sales is their specialty, be tested on the APQ.

Discuss how the book, focus on old brain and the psychology of selling, and EI impact has revolutionized John’s sales training seminars.

My new book, Close Deals Faster: The 15 Shortcuts of the Asher Sales Method,covers many tips on salesmanship and speeding up the sales process. It does presuppose that the reader knows the basics of how to close a deal in the first place, however.

Close Deals Faster: The 15 Shortcuts of the Asher Sales Method is based on 15 tactics which, when utilized together, form a sales methodology which will increase business for any B2B sales operation. The key word in the previous sentence is “utilized,” because if you simply read it and don’t put the precepts into practice, … How to Use 15 Shortcuts to Close Deals Faster

If you don’t ask, you don’t receive.  This simple sentence sums up what selling is all about: asking for something you want. Of course, very few are going to give you what you want for nothing, so you have to offer a service or product in return. And the plain truth is, the main goal … Last in the Sales Process, First in Priority – Sales Closing Techniques

Many of the best sales closing techniques have been developed over the years, and there are a few key ones which are worth highlighting due to their effectiveness. You will find them here in this blog post.

They say the quants have taken over marketing. At many firms, “data geeks”who can derive scientific insights from an endless stream of behavioral and purchasing data are more in demand than creative types. But what about sales? Can relationship-based, B2B sellers adopt a data-centric, scientific approach as well? Is science in selling a real thing? … Science In Selling Taught by the Top Sales Training Programs

Sales closing techniques are some of the most enjoyable things to learn. They put you solidly in control of the conversation. Plus, when you know the right things to say, you feel very confident. Every salesperson needs to practice sales closing techniques in the mirror or with a colleague until they flow smoothly. Try these … Learn These Three Sales Closing Techniques for Success