This white paper answers the highly debated question, “Should a sales manager be liked?” With poignant wit and keen insight a compelling case is presented which reveals that likeability is a prerequisite for effective sales management. First, evidence is presented that clearly demonstrates that leadership is a relationship. Then an explanation is given regarding why management likability is so debated and often misunderstood. The whitepaper concludes by focusing on the …

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In this white paper, David Hoffeld writes about how a powerful scientific principle called Social Facilitation can significantly enhance a sales leader’s ability to coach and train sales people. David begins by explaining the scientific construct of Social Facilitation. He then clarifies why Social Facilitation is the basis for how athletes, firefighters, police officers and soldiers are trained and how that relates to the coaching and training of sales people. …

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Choosing a sales training provider is one of the most significant business decisions you will ever make. Sales people generate the revenue that keeps an organization alive. One of the biggest predictors of sales success is the training that sales people receive. Sales training, properly executed, equips sales people with the knowledge and skills to sell successfully in today’s challenging selling climate. Click here to download the pdf.

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In this white paper, David Hoffeld writes about a startling problem that is hindering the profession of selling. He discloses documented proof that the core philosophy that is taught in sales training has not changed in nearly 100 years. David explains why this is problematic and why the discipline of sales, which was once thriving, has not evolved. The paper concludes with a practical analysis of how the discipline of …

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In this white paper, sales expert David Hoffeld tackles the controversial and often misunderstood concept of mirroring. David begins by disclosing the scientific basis of mirroring. He then shows evidence that demonstrates how mirroring will enhance a sales person’s effectiveness. The white paper concludes with five specific ways that sales people can utilize mirroring to increase their ability to positively influence prospects. Click here to download the pdf.

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