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The Pursuit of Happyness

TAKEAWAYS FOR SALESMEN 1)	Be More Efficient by Staying Positive •	While Cold-calling, have a focused & determined positive mental attitude. •	Sometimes, it isn’t about the number of hours one puts into work but its attitude that can make a startling difference in sales numbers. 2)	Optimism can Help Build Relationships •	Effort & Dedication are the keys to make Cold Calls, to increase the potential for making a sale. •	Maintain a cheerful & polite disposition toward other people. •	Be more approachable to potential clients which also help develop strong professional relationship. •	If you are having a bad day, remember to leave personal feelings out of business calls.

3)	Taking Calculated Risks •	Risks are necessary for success, but make sure to know the potential pitfalls before jumping into one. •	Smart people only take risks they are prepared to bear losses for.

4)	Be Flexible towards Creative Thinking •	Key - Knowing when & how much to bend established rules, procedures; to create a better sales strategy. •	Satisfy the needs of customers first. •	Knowing when to exercise flexibility can do wonders in business.

5)	Persuasion Skill •	Have a good capacity to persuade others. •	Tell people about the benefits of products/services & advantages of it over competitors products/services.

6)	Become Resilient to Adversity •	Maintain strong work ethics. •	Difficulties only serve to make one stronger. •	Being resilient in times of adversity can help gain valuable life lessons that may be the source of strength in dark times.