Today we will show you three old-school ways of personal development and improving business skills that you should definitely try for yourself.
Talking to yourself in the mirror
We all know this scene from American movies. A salesperson, prior to an important meeting, talks to him or herself to the mirror to get up their courage. To many of us, this idea is so silly that we've never even tried it. However, according to SalesGravy, we're making a mistake. Try talking your way through your sales presentation to yourself in the mirror. At the beginning, it will be uncomfortable, but later you will gain confidence, and also discover some weaknesses, too. After all, if you're not able to watch yourself presenting, how can you expect others to?
Writing goals on paper
Your long-term goals shouldn't just be in your head. Make them as visible as possible, preferably written down. Again, it might seem strange to write down: “Better work and personal life balance” or “25% increase in sales in 2018”. But, if your dreams seem too silly or vague to write down on paper, do you really believe that you are working hard every day to achieve them?
Recording phone calls
Do you want to know how you sound over the phone? Are you unsure why the last prospective customer you called turned you down? It seemed that there was good potential for business, and you did everything right. Learn to record your phone calls, or alternatively record yourself as practice. Always remember you must have the other person's permission to record them.
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