230: The Truth About Sales and Selling

If you want to be an entrepreneur, you are going to have to do SALES!  This episode for those of you that struggle with sales and selling, especially when it involves putting yourself out there and possibly being rejected. Sales and selling is a topic that is rarely discussed in the online world, at least not in the way I am addressing it today. Most of the talk is about passive income and selling through ads and webinars and more passive means, but most successful entrepreneurs fill their courses, group programs and sell their products based on personal selling and using the connections they already have. I have four approachable topics relating to selling I cover in this episode: Understanding your sales mindset. Creating brand awareness in your personal network. Personally selling your product or service. Designing a simple system to follow up.   Key Takeaways: [5:07] What Natalie learned from her digital detox. [8:53] Are sales required to be an entrepreneur? [10:30] Natalie introduces the four main topics of the podcast. [10:54] What do you think of when you think of the word “selling?” [15:21] What makes a negative sales experience? [17:16] Why your personal network and connections are vital to successful sales. [21:00] How you can make the best use of your personal connections? [27:59] How can you personally sell your product or business? [31:28] Designing an effective follow-up system. [33:33] Natalie shares tried-and-true tips for making sales work for you. [34:54] How to have confidence and confront the fears associated with selling in your business. [37:11] Make a simple sales plan for yourself and your business.   Mentioned in this Episode: Episode 221 with Julie Hefner The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell The Revisionist History podcast by Malcolm Gladwell   Hear the entire Small Business Reality Series via: BizChix.com/smallbiz   I'd love to work with you either 1/1 through a 90 minute strategy session, via one of my Masterminds for Entrepreneurs or Podcasters or in my new Group Coaching Program for New Entrepreneurs. Click HERE--> BizChix.com/workwithme This episode appeared first on BizChix.com.