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SWAGGER
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Why You Should Stop Hiring Sales Managers...
As I was traveling a few weeks ago on a sales training tour, I got asked a question that I find myself thinking a lot about. What do you...
Derron
Sep 26, 20192 min read


Shouldn't We Make the Most of It?
Over the Labor Day weekend, I woke up several mornings in the middle of my Heaven on earth. I woke to the calmness of the waters towards...
Derron
Sep 3, 20192 min read


And Then My Old Friend "Gratitude" Stops By...
How many days do you spend focused on all the things and tasks you must get done? Life is a rat race. Agree? The chaos seems to just keep...
Derron
Jul 1, 20192 min read


What Do Others See When They See You?
On a recent flight I was one of the first to board. As I sat there observing each person as they passed me, I was struck by how few...
Derron
Apr 14, 20192 min read


Stop Asking Unless You Really Care...
Has someone ever asked you a question, but as you began to answer you realized they were not listening? It's frustrating when it happens...
Derron
Feb 17, 20192 min read


The Marci Factor...A Must Read for Anyone Who Deals With People
I deem it the Marci Factor. It's doing business because of someone and not solely because of something. First I should begin by telling...
Derron
Feb 11, 20192 min read


Winter.....The Best Time of Year for Salespeople!
Most people will tell you that spring, summer or fall is their favorite time of year. However, top salespeople know winter is money time....
Derron
Jan 20, 20192 min read


Do You Want to Stand Out from the Competition?
Do you want to be remembered? Do you want to stand out above the mess that is your competition? Here's how... Go be a hand written...
Derron
Jan 13, 20191 min read


Sales Strategy from Hot Dogs and a Chiropractor
Recently, I had brunch at a fantastic little lakeside restaurant in Southern Kentucky. It's called Paradise Point. My family loves the...
Derron
Sep 27, 20182 min read


To Sell More, Stop Selling...
Perhaps I have lost my mind! You might be asking yourself how in the world can this crazy trainer think someone can sell more when they...
Derron
Sep 3, 20182 min read


Life's Short, Make Everyday Gameday!
I was in Nebraska last week working with the Nebraska Broadcasters Association. As I often do when on the road, I woke up early and went...
Derron
Aug 19, 20182 min read


So, Which One Are You?
I was changing my clothes after church and had the television on in the background. I heard one of the commentators say they expected...
Derron
Jul 29, 20181 min read


The Nerve of Some Salespeople.....
I went to dinner a couple of nights ago and could not believe the nerve of my server! I ordered a drink and an appetizer to start. ...
Derron
Jul 12, 20181 min read


But the Payoff is Great!
Earlier this month my Dad and I made our annual trek to the Canadian wilderness to fish. It is a fantastic week that we each look...
Derron
Jun 27, 20182 min read


Discover Your Sales Swagger With One Small Change.....
Many years ago I made the decision to get into media sales. I was convinced that this could not be too hard and that I was going to kill...
Derron
Jun 27, 20182 min read


It's Time to Add SPF to Our Business Meetings
With warmer weather and the recognized kickoff to summer here, many of you will be spending more time outdoors enjoying the sunshine....
Derron
May 26, 20181 min read


Do You Have Sales Insulation Around Your Business?
When we build a new home or office we make certain it is properly insulated. We depend on this insulation to protect us from the harsh...
Derron
May 5, 20183 min read


Please, Just Put It Down.......
The cell phone is a wonderful invention. It has allowed us to be able to work from anywhere in the world. It allows us to keep up with...
Derron
Apr 24, 20182 min read


Salespeople, Start Asking This Question Now!
If you could find out information from your clients that your competition doesn't know, would you listen? There is one question that no...
Derron
Mar 31, 20182 min read


Today, I Rise Up For Teachers!
I am not a teacher, but I am a teacher's father. I am not a teacher, but I am teacher's son. I am not a teacher, but I am a teacher's...
Derron
Mar 9, 20182 min read


Are You Infectious?
This morning I met someone at the gym who left me questioning what people see when they meet me. You see, this gentleman was full of...
Derron
Feb 10, 20182 min read


Are You Using the 6 Most Powerful Words in Sales?
There are six words when put together and used properly that will change your career and cause your closing ratio to skyrocket. Now,...
Savannah White
Jan 3, 20183 min read
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