Question: How do you handle objections during the sales process?
Question: How do you handle objections during the sales process?
Pause, Listen and Address
"Naturally, hearing "no" can induce anxiety. Personally, I pause to ensure I provide a composed reaction. But before I do that, I also listen carefully to what the prospective customer is genuinely hesitant about. In many cases, they are not upfront with their true reservations. After digging deeper and identifying the real underlying problems, I address each and every one honestly and openly."
@firaskittaneh
Explain That You're the Expert
"It happens often; a client doesn't want to sign on for a marketing service that I know they need. When this happens, I make sure to fully establish that they are the fill-in-the-blank expert, but I'm the marketing expert. I know what I'm doing, I know what works and I am going to be honest about that. I'm not selling frisbees here -- I'm selling services that get leads. "
@marenhogan
Sell Your Knowledge, Not Your Product
"Personalize your sales pitch using your potential customer's concerns as a refining tool. Listen to what they are saying and acknowledge that they have a legitimate concern by repeating it back to them. This may feel strange at first, but studies show that hearing someone else say a problem aloud conveys a sense of understanding. Finally, tailor a solution to the specific situation."
@simoncasuto
(Re)connect With Success Metrics
"If someone is unsure at the end of a sales call, I like to ask, "What results would you need to achieve from our engagement to make it a priceless, grand slam investment?" That question directly connects them to what might make the financial commitment worth it, and has a great secondary benefit: it will help us get crystal clear on exactly how to proceed if/when they do enroll."
@Jenny_Blake
Find the Real Reason for the Objection
"A customer will often give you two reasons for an objection: the reason that sounds good and the real reason. Most people dance with the first. The key is to listen and ask guided questions to help understand the real reason they are reluctant to move forward. Perhaps it's something you can address and help them understand for themselves."
@apthomas
Identify the Nature of Their Objections and Respond Accordingly
"First, I try to determine if the person I’m talking to is really a qualified prospect. If the person objects because they really aren’t a good match for what I’m selling, I acknowledge this and politely end the discussion. On the other hand, if the objection is due to a misunderstanding, I try to supply the missing information that will help them understand what I have to offer."
@ShawnPorat
