#199October 5, 2011

Agitate the Customer’s Pain—Then Offer Relief

October 5, 2011Volume #199

One of the most effective sales techniques is to lead with the problem that your product solves.

Define the problem simply and clearly first. Then go back and further agitate that problem. Make your customer relive the problem at it’s worst. Point out aspects of the problem the customer hadn’t even considered.

People are More Likely to Act to Avoid Pain than to Get Gain


Only after the customer has been reminded just how bad their problem is should you unveil your solution. Demonstrate how your product makes all those headaches go away and offers additional benefits.

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