Articles by Diane Stehlé

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5 Tips for Handling a Complaint Well

Every company has to face management of complaints. Of course, having to respond to a dissatisfied customer is not the easiest part of customer service. Yet by applying certain strategies, you will avoid the worst and even succeed in maintaining a good relationship with your customers. To talk to us about it, who could be […]


Interview

Interview: Motor Vehicle Salesperson

Between Customer Service and Sales Strategy The motor vehicle sales environment has a reputation of being difficult. And yet, while it is true that it’s essential to be a good salesperson to work in the field, it offers great potential for advancement to those who have the will to succeed. Pascal Pépin – who himself […]


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Sales Coaching – How to Master the Psychological Aspect of a Sale

The psychological aspect plays an essential role in the sales cycle. But what if the salesperson encounters blockages? That’s where sales coaching comes into play. Reprogramming beliefs, improving control of emotions – there are many techniques to changing a way of thinking and helping to improve. Meeting with Frédéric Lucas, president of Prima Resource and […]


Interview

What Is the Role of a Sales Coach?

More and more companies and executives are calling on them – sales coaches. But what is their role? Who are they for? What are they typically involved in? To tell us about it, we interviewed Jean Villeneuve, a business development consultant and coach (www.jeanvilleneuve.ca). What Is the role of a sales coach? A sales coach is […]


Interview

How to Build a Strong Business Relationship with a Customer

All your customers will tell you that even more than competitive prices, a quality bond based on trust is the primary criteria for establishing a strong business relationship. This is even more true when the sale concerns a service and not a product. To talk to us about it, we met David Williams, Director of […]


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How to Bounce Back After a No from a Client?

Has a prospect just told you No? So what! All seasoned sellers will tell you that the sale begins when the prospect says No. It is rare to get a Yes from a prospect at the first try. To convince him, it is usually necessary to follow-up. Three, five, sometimes ten times. Obviously, your motivation […]


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How to Manage Cultural Differences With Foreign Customers

Are some of your customers in China or India? Tomorrow will you be receiving future partners who come from another country? How should you approach a meeting, negotiations or signing contracts? How should cultural differences be managed to avoid offending your counterpart? Here are some tips on how to manage cultural differences with foreign customers. […]


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Lights on Selling in the Luxury Industry

Selling in the luxury industry is one of the only sectors that does not experience crises. The figures are not declining and all reports reflect prospects of growth. Coco Chanel, Louis Cartier, Albert Lancel were not merely innovative creators. The brands that they created have survived them because they were also pioneers in marketing. The […]


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Do you have to be an extrovert to be a good sales representative?

It is often thought that an extrovert makes a better sales representative by his ease in communicating, self-confidence and persuasive ability. But is this really the case or is it just conventional wisdom? Having the gift of the gab, being communicative and energetic are often the qualities that come to mind when we think of […]


Jobs search

How to get your first winter job when you are 16?

So you’re 16 years old and want to take advantage of the next winter season to build a little nest egg? With ski resorts in full swing and stores getting busy with the Christmas period, there are many opportunities. But don’t wait until the last minute to start your search! Here are some tips to […]


Entrepreneurship

The benefits of e-commerce

Online selling is unavoidable today for businesses of all sizes. But what are its benefits? What are the strategies to adopt to increase sales? To answer these questions, we interviewed Michael Bliah, president and co-founder of Le Site. This Montreal company that specializes in developing online e-commerce websites, has just won the Best B2B User […]


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