1 00:00:00,630 --> 00:00:03,060 Phone calls, they can be tough. 2 00:00:03,060 --> 00:00:06,300 We know. So many things have to go right. 3 00:00:06,300 --> 00:00:09,660 Let's go over some of the things you can do during your calls 4 00:00:09,660 --> 00:00:11,640 to ensure success. 5 00:00:11,640 --> 00:00:14,580 Don't talk your prospects ear off. 6 00:00:14,580 --> 00:00:15,550 Listen to them 7 00:00:15,550 --> 00:00:17,310 so you can understand who they are 8 00:00:17,310 --> 00:00:19,960 and what they need. Accomplish this, 9 00:00:19,960 --> 00:00:21,780 and you're no longer a salesperson, 10 00:00:21,780 --> 00:00:23,730 but a trusted advisor. 11 00:00:23,730 --> 00:00:25,380 When you do speak, make sure you're 12 00:00:25,380 --> 00:00:27,810 not only heard, but understood. 13 00:00:27,810 --> 00:00:29,880 Speak clearly and precisely. 14 00:00:29,880 --> 00:00:33,120 You don't want your prospect to miss anything you say. 15 00:00:33,120 --> 00:00:36,360 Your notes need to be thorough and understandable. 16 00:00:36,360 --> 00:00:38,130 Don't just write down your prospects 17 00:00:38,130 --> 00:00:40,410 answers, but also your questions. 18 00:00:40,410 --> 00:00:43,050 You should be able to look at these notes in 10 years 19 00:00:43,050 --> 00:00:46,530 and feel like you had the conversation yesterday. 20 00:00:46,530 --> 00:00:48,690 Ambient noise is your enemy. 21 00:00:48,690 --> 00:00:49,600 Take care 22 00:00:49,600 --> 00:00:53,070 so that the acoustics in your call room are pitch perfect. 23 00:00:53,070 --> 00:00:57,240 The only thing your prospect should hear is your voice. 24 00:00:57,240 --> 00:00:59,760 Don't forget to have fun and smile. 25 00:00:59,760 --> 00:01:02,130 Yes, you heard right, smile! 26 00:01:02,130 --> 00:01:04,800 Your prospects can definitely hear that smile 27 00:01:04,800 --> 00:01:05,760 through the phone. 28 00:01:05,760 --> 00:01:08,190 Being happy and excited not only means 29 00:01:08,190 --> 00:01:10,440 you're having a good time, but makes sure 30 00:01:10,440 --> 00:01:15,010 your prospect is going to enjoy themselves too. Once again, 31 00:01:15,010 --> 00:01:18,300 remember to: listen more than you speak, 32 00:01:18,300 --> 00:01:24,720 annunciate, take careful notes, ensure good room acoustics. 33 00:01:24,720 --> 00:01:26,570 Have fun.