Attract the Right Job or Clientele:  10 Tips to Stand Up and Move Forward

In our busy world many people would do well to slow down on occasion to consider what was told to them and how they should reply. Or if initiating a conversation to reflect on how it may come across. The third scenario is that of the occasion when one is dismissed as being less important.

All perspectives communication are to be examined before moving forward. It does not mean one should sound halting or uncertain.  Instead, the response is to be concise and clearly understood.

Always focus on the best outcome so that everyone has a vivid picture and may participate in the win.

My Story
Several types of meetings took place in the past five days that could have put me in a less favorable light. Follow-up action on my end was required. The more important communication was to set a record straight due to an erroneous assumption made.

Perspective and Possibility

Once accustomed to exploring multiple possibilities, it will be easy to apply the same to advancing one’s career or speaking with clientele. The more open you can be to possibility and expressing what might be, the more likely you will be to be the one hired or selected as the service provider.

1.  Examine the details from multiple angles to get your perspective.
2. Ask for insight from the others involved.
3. Re-examine the situation to see where you might add benefit.
4. Suggest the benefit you might bring to the table whether the job, a group or a client.
5. Offer new ideas to enhance the outcome.
6. Brainstorm together how these ideas may bring something even better than initially envisioned.
7. Work together to implement the new ideas.
8. Springboard from the new idea in place to further improvement for the job, group, or client.
9. Be certain everyone contributes and consider whether additional people are needed.
10. The reward is in knowing you did your best to help everyone win.

Your Story
Consider these questions in order to perform at your best:

• How do you rate on an “open to new perspective” scale?
• Do you routinely ask others for their opinions and ideas?
• When others express opinions and ideas, do you discard them or listen carefully?

Sometimes the expressed ideas of others can knock us off our game. Here are a few questions to ask that will produce an improved outcome:

• Why do you believe that?
• What has been your experience?
• How do you see the solution?

Miscommunication
On occasion someone will jump into a situation without recognizing all the reasons it occurred. That person may come across almost as a bully. In this instance, it is best to take partial responsibility. But also let it be known that other factors and/or people were involved. Relay the entire scenario in a diplomatic tone. An apology should be forthcoming with a willingness for all parties to move forward.

As you develop the ability to communicate with ease and hear people out, you will distinguish yourself from most others. The behavior also signals that you will be easy to work with and will further encourage sales. You will then be headed toward the Smooth Sale!

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