4 Simple Steps to Hearing Yes More

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses strategies for increasing the likelihood of receiving positive responses in direct selling, particularly in the context of hosting shows. Participants share their thoughts on the effectiveness of specific techniques and express varying opinions on the intentions of a contributor who shared these strategies.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
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Main Points Raised

  • One participant outlines four steps to improve the chances of receiving a "yes" when asking potential hosts to schedule shows.
  • Another participant expresses appreciation for the shared tips and mentions attending an upcoming presentation by the contributor.
  • Some participants question the legitimacy of the contributor's intentions, suggesting that the information may serve self-promotional purposes.
  • Several users acknowledge the value of the information provided, despite concerns about potential self-promotion.
  • One participant shares their experience of being a consultant and having successful shows, emphasizing their commitment to the community.
  • Another participant mentions the importance of adhering to community rules regarding self-promotion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the intentions of the contributor, with some participants expressing skepticism about self-promotion while others focus on the value of the information shared. No clear consensus emerges on this issue.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects a mix of personal experiences and community dynamics, highlighting the balance between sharing useful information and adhering to community guidelines.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for strategies to improve their hosting requests and those interested in community discussions about best practices in direct selling may find this thread relevant.

Deb Bixler
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4 Simple Steps To Hearing Yes More Often

Would you like to hear the word yes more often and the word no less frequently? No one likes to hear no… yet the most successful direct sellers are those who hear no the most often. You can always make up in numbers what you lack in skill or experience. Ask any successful business owner and you will find that they experienced far more failures as they did successes. In order to attain their goals, they persevere and find the successes they deserve.

That is right, the more you hear no, the more yeses you will receive as well. The more frequently someone says no to you the better you get at asking so the more yeses you get because skills increase. These 4 steps will increase your odds of a yes. When practiced consistently you will become more skilled at scheduling shows and appointments.

1. Develop rapport by asking questions that require a positive answer. This can be a straight forward yes or a positive statement. A couple of examples might be: Have you ever heard of XYZ Company? Yes, What is your favorite product? The ABC tool. Great, when were you last at a show? Last month. Did you have a good time? Yes. And so on….

2. Share what’s in it for them first. Most home party consultants share what’s in it for them after the potential client says no…. “but you can get this for free!” Instead during your rapport building session tell them what is in it for them. April is a terrific time to host a show because….

3. Compliment the potential host. You’d be a terrific host! OR I’d love to do a show with you OR you have a beatiful home....

4. Pop the question: Ask, “Would you like to host a show?” OR “Have you ever thought about hosting a show to earn free products?” OR “We sell tools, offer the opportunity for you to earn free products by hosting a show and have the opportunity for you to make money...which one are you interested in?”

Most new sales reps just walk up to people and ask them to host a show. When you follow this simple 4 step plan you will get more yeses. The skill of following this simple routine will get easier with practice. From now on every time you hear a no, as you leave the conversation, think back to these simple steps and analyze your conversation. Think about what you can do different next time. It will only be a short time until you are an awesome scheduler!
 
Your name rings a bell, I think that I am planning to be at your presentation in Endicott, NY on April 23?? My name is Jennifer Knapp and I am from Oneonta!Thanks for the tips!!
 
This is great if it isn't spam...

ETA: Deb Bixler is a legitimate consultant, speaker and trainer. I just wanted to post that for the record. I didn't want to delete or edit my post to the point that the other posts in this thread wouldn't make any sense. Hey, when I'm worng, I'm wrong!
 
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Even if it is spamit's good information as are her other posts im MHO :o)
 
smarteez2 said:
it's good information as are her other posts im MHO :o)

Someone eles posted on one of her other threads - "It's not the CONtent, It's the INtent"......I don't think anyone would disagree that it's good stuff, but is her intention to help us in our business or to promote her new venture?
 
ChefBeckyD said:
Someone eles posted on one of her other threads - "It's not the CONtent, It's the INtent"......I don't think anyone would disagree that it's good stuff, but is her intention to help us in our business or to promote her new venture?
Yes... I agree with you Becky!
 
ChefBeckyD said:
Someone eles posted on one of her other threads - "It's not the CONtent, It's the INtent"......I don't think anyone would disagree that it's good stuff, but is her intention to help us in our business or to promote her new venture?

I am sorry I just don't read that much in between the lines. I read it good info period. I wasn't like....whooo she's awesome I would buy some of that whatever!! LOL I just read it as good info. :)
 
smarteez2 said:
I am sorry I just don't read that much in between the lines. I read it good info period. I wasn't like....whooo she's awesome I would buy some of that whatever!! LOL I just read it as good info. :)

Yes, but Chef Success rules say NO SELF PROMOTION. So she's technically breaking the terms of use she agreed to when she signed up for CS.
 
If you look at her profile too, you'll notice she's had only 3 posts.....all started by her...... They look to me like she's definetly self-promoting.....i don't think she sells PC at all!
 
hoosierchef said:
If you look at her profile too, you'll notice she's had only 3 posts.....all started by her...... They look to me like she's definetly self-promoting.....i don't think she sells PC at all!
That's my thought too. I'm sure Greg will check it out.
 
pamperedlinda said:
That's my thought too. I'm sure Greg will check it out.
Anyone notify him yet? He can't possibly read all the posts we have on this site (he has a day job :p ). And he doesn't need 20 of us pm'ing him either.:rolleyes:
 
hoosierchef said:
i don't think she sells PC at all!

She is a former PC director
 
BethCooks4U said:
Anyone notify him yet? He can't possibly read all the posts we have on this site (he has a day job :p ). And he doesn't need 20 of us pm'ing him either.:rolleyes:
I sent one is as an alert and just said, "I'm not sure if this is against the rules, just thought I would let you know about it and you decide."
 
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Thank you for the good comments.......

I definitely am a Pampered chef consultant still! I have had 4 1000 shows this month.

I have been a member of Chef Success for about 8 months I think, and never posted before, because I never took the time to learn how the site worked.
 
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I do not understand why they ask the web addresses if it is considered promotional. I have no problem removing them.
 
Deb,
you just took alot of us by surprise. Your info was great. Next time just put something at the start that says hey guys.... here is some helpful info... just wanted to share.
In my experience when there are posts on a msg board with no personal info and it looks business like we assume it's a spamer.
If you are as successfull as it seems you are I'm sure we could all learn alot from you.
Also we are a comunity who wholeheartedly believe in PC and want to uphold all the rules and regulations set forth by the CO.
 
Deb, thanks for clearing it all up. And congrats on your $1000 shows!!!!

I think we're all a little skiddish here right now due to a few past incidents, so please don't feel like we're attacking you, just trying to keep the place running by the rules. :)

I look forward to hearing from you more!
 
Deb, My apologies. I guess we're all skeptical about someone who doesn't seem to be addicted to CS like we all are. This is where we all turn to for support and ideas. You have shared some really great information! Thank you! Continued success in your businesses, both PC and not.
 
I found it very informational, thank you for posting!
 
THANK YOU, Deb! :)
 
jenniferp417 said:
THANK YOU, Deb! :)
I second that! I have always found your information very useful and appreciate anyone who can pass along a good tip for me to try and share with my team! I took a training with Deb at Leadership Conference about Personal Websites... and WOW! I came home with pages upon pages of notes and ideas to share with my downline! Thanks again!
 
DebbieJ said:
Deb, thanks for clearing it all up. And congrats on your $1000 shows!!!!

I think we're all a little skiddish here right now due to a few past incidents, so please don't feel like we're attacking you, just trying to keep the place running by the rules. :)

I look forward to hearing from you more!
Yes... we've all fallen victim to the occasional spammer on this site.
 
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I have to tell you ladies that I will not be logging in all day. In the future you will have to accept the fact that it is a post for your benefit or I won't be able to post.

It is very unusual that I would have the time necessary to spend answering these kinds of inquiries. It is not that I do not care, but I am not a chat room kind of person and other things have priorities.

I wish you the best of successes until next time. Deb
 
I knew I recognized your face:) I watched you walk the stage at conference many times last year!
Thanks for sharing all your useful info; I will have to share with my cluster!
 
I really like this. I've heard my director as well as other consultants use a similar technique. I can't seem for the life of me to actually use it! I WANT to, but when it comes time to ask all the questions, it all leaks out of my head! How do you keep it in the forefront?!
 
Yes...I've seen her at National Conference too... and when I first read this thread...and everyone was coming down on her...I was surprised a bit...
She definitely knows this business...

Welcome Aboard Deb!!!

I'm sure she is very busy... Some of us spend too much time on here and not enough time on the phone making contacts...... Hey ...I"m talking about myself too!! :-)
 
ChefNic said:
Yes...I've seen her at National Conference too... and when I first read this thread...and everyone was coming down on her...I was surprised a bit...
She definitely knows this business...

Welcome Aboard Deb!!!

I'm sure she is very busy... Some of us spend too much time on here and not enough time on the phone making contacts...... Hey ...I"m talking about myself too!! :-)
I'm sure the only reason she was being questioned was because we didn't know who she was. I certainly had never heard of her before - at least if I had I did not remember her name.

Several months ago there was a spammer that harvested many of our email addresses from this site (that's wht they are no longer posted as a link). This spammer contacted many of us and was a little nasty when several people questioned their intentions....it was a little bit crazy.

I really don't think anyone meant to be rude to Deb. We were just caught off-guard as her first posts looked sort of like an advertisement. It probably would have been more welcoming if she had simply introduced herself first.

I think Deb has given us some wonderful advice. Now that we know who she is and what she has accomplished I think we should probably give her a break and thank her for sharing her wisdom with us.

.....and since the typed word does not convey emotion....I am not mad nor angry, just conveying my personal opinion.
 
jenniferknapp said:
Your name rings a bell, I think that I am planning to be at your presentation in Endicott, NY on April 23?? My name is Jennifer Knapp and I am from Oneonta!

Thanks for the tips!!

Like I said before Deb, I can't wait to meet you and attend your presentation in person next month! I think a few others of us on here are also planning to attend!!
 
jenniferknapp said:
Like I said before Deb, I can't wait to meet you and attend your presentation in person next month! I think a few others of us on here are also planning to attend!!
Ooohhhh, I saw your earlier post Jennifer. What's it about? Is it PC sponsored or with her other company? You'll have to take notes for us.
 
pamperedlinda said:
Ooohhhh, I saw your earlier post Jennifer. What's it about? Is it PC sponsored or with her other company? You'll have to take notes for us.

This is what my Director put on the invite about the training...

"Deb is an Advanced Director from PA, and has been a Circle of Honor Achiever for several years for her incredible sales achievement.

You won't want to miss this event! I sure hope that I can get a couple of good ideas for increasing sales!! How about you???"

Not sure if it is PC sponsored or not!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 4 simple steps to hearing yes more in direct sales?

The 4 simple steps to hearing yes more often in direct sales include: 1) Building rapport with potential customers, 2) Asking open-ended questions to understand their needs, 3) Presenting solutions that align with those needs, and 4) Following up to address any concerns and reinforce the value of your offer.

How can I build rapport with potential customers?

Building rapport involves being genuine and approachable. Start by engaging in small talk, showing interest in their lives, and actively listening to their responses. This helps create a comfortable environment where they feel valued and understood.

What types of open-ended questions should I ask?

Open-ended questions encourage conversation and provide insights into the customer's needs. Examples include: "What do you enjoy most about cooking?" or "What challenges do you face in the kitchen?" These questions allow customers to express their thoughts and preferences, giving you valuable information to tailor your pitch.

How do I present solutions effectively?

When presenting solutions, focus on how your products meet the specific needs and desires expressed by the customer. Highlight the benefits and features that are most relevant to them, and share personal stories or testimonials to build credibility and connection.

Why is following up important in the sales process?

Following up is crucial because it shows that you care about the customer's experience and are committed to helping them. It provides an opportunity to address any lingering questions or concerns they may have, reinforcing the value of your products and increasing the likelihood of a positive response.

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