When we think of adversity in sales, we think of those situations and scenarios that pose challenges or create obstacles in our sales career. As much as we would like to avoid adversity, it is a constant and ever-present force in our sales lives. Thus, learning how to cope with and manage adversity becomes the key to our success in sales.

 

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More about the Episode:

While there are many ways to approach adversity, there a few key ways to handle adversity as a means of overcoming obstacles and becoming more resilient:

Open-Minded
Determination
Goal setting
Support
Flexibility

Adversity is a normal part of sales, so the sooner we learn to embrace and deal with it, the better our sales career will be.

By confronting it with an open mind, a flexible and determined mindset, and by setting goals and having the right sets of supports in place, you’ll put yourself in the best position to not only cope with but also conquer any adversity you face when selling. 

Let me know what you think and what will you change regarding being more resilient in sales. Let me know your favorite strategy or revelation you’ve had about sales in general. I can’t wait to hear from you!

Ask Alen!

Send me your sales-related questions and I will answer them in the upcoming podcasts – send your questions via Linkedin or fill the form here.