Most Effective Methods for Handling Objections

Most Effective Methods for Handling Objections

Author: Aleasha Bahr May 2, 2024 Duration: 11:59
The mainstream way of handling objections is wildly ineffective.    It’s convincing energy and it’s not convincing anyone.    Instead, it ends up making the prospect feel dismissed and invalidated instead of seen and heard.    It’s important to understand that objections are NOT something personal.    Objections are concerns and what do you do when someone you care about has a concern? You explore it with them.   This approach is extremely powerful in a sales conversation.    If you're ready to ditch the old, pushy sales tactics and embrace genuine, curiosity-driven conversations leading to long-term client relationships, then this is for you.    Because only good sh*t happens when you approach objections with curiosity, not coercion.  Are you in?    Listen to discover: Understanding the emotions around objections and how to manage them for success The completely natural fears prospects experience before investment and how to address them in a collaborative way The approach to objections that not only wipes out the need for pushing but also steers the conversation toward a place of relief and trust. Finding the ROOT of the resistance for more effective conversations Approaching objections as an opportunity to also understand if a client is a good fit for YOU (no nightmare clients policy!)   “You want to treat your clients better than you treat your prospects, and you want to treat your prospects like they're going to be your client for a really long time.” - Aleasha Bahr   Interested in mastering clear conversations and eliminating the need for convincing or discomfort around objections? Let’s hop on a call! calendly.com/aleasha/sales-level-up 

Ever feel like the whole idea of "selling" makes your skin crawl? You're not alone, but what if everything you've been told about sales is wrong? Sales is NOT a Dirty Word is built on the idea that genuine connection, not manipulation, is the real engine of business growth. Host Aleasha Bahr, creator of the Matchmaker Sales method™, dismantles the high-pressure stereotypes one conversation at a time. Instead of scripts and tricks, she opens up her playbook, sharing insights and strategies typically reserved for her private coaching clients-where achieving an 80% conversion rate on sales calls isn't a fantasy, but a regular outcome. Each episode of this podcast features candid talks with experts who offer alternative, refreshingly human perspectives on the process. You'll hear real stories about building trust, understanding client needs deeply, and creating agreements that feel good for everyone involved. This isn't about learning to pretend; it's about discovering a framework where your authenticity becomes your greatest asset in closing deals. Tune in to transform your approach from something you dread into a natural, even enjoyable, part of your professional life.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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