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Which step in the sales call process involves understanding why customers make purchasing decisions?
Which step in the sales call process involves understanding why customers make purchasing decisions?
What is the primary focus during the 'Present Product Benefits' stage of a sales call?
What is the primary focus during the 'Present Product Benefits' stage of a sales call?
Which element is crucial for determining customer needs in the sales process?
Which element is crucial for determining customer needs in the sales process?
What does the 'Trial Close' stage of a sales call aim to assess?
What does the 'Trial Close' stage of a sales call aim to assess?
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In the context of a sales call, what is essential for building rapport with potential customers?
In the context of a sales call, what is essential for building rapport with potential customers?
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Study Notes
Planning and Executing a Sales Call
- A sales call follows a structured process, starting from time management and territory planning, moving inward to the specific customer interaction and ultimately reaching after-sale support.
- Early stages of the sales process include prospecting, understanding why people buy, building social relationships, and product knowledge.
- Analyzing customer needs comes before presenting product benefits.
- Price and distribution are key considerations as well.
- Gaining a customer’s commitment involves negotiation and closing the deal.
- The innermost circle in the planning process focuses on factors like sales knowledge, staff motivation and compensation, leadership, and performance evaluation.
- Meeting objectives, determining potential customer objections, ethical communication skills, trial closes, and effective presentation are all essential aspects in successful sales call execution.
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This quiz covers the structured process of planning and executing a successful sales call. It includes essential stages such as prospecting, understanding customer needs, and gaining commitment. Test your knowledge on critical factors like negotiation, effective presentations, and after-sale support.
