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7 Simple tips for closing a sale

By Sally Hogshead

Ever wanted someone to take action… pronto?

For instance, let’s say you’re meeting a potential client. You’ve already met this guy a few times. You’re ready to make the offer, but he keeps finding excuses, never making a decision. Ergh!

How to get someone to take action, now?

Here’s how: Customize your pitch, according to your Fascinate Profile.

When you apply your top two Advantages, people are more likely to listen and take action. And, you’ll feel more comfortable and confident. If you want your client to buy your products or ideas, use this quick and easy guide:

Action Step: Before meeting your next client, think ahead about how you can apply your Archetype, because that’s your most natural mode of communication.

Now, let’s get that deal done!

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About the author

Sally Hogshead

Sally skyrocketed to the top of the advertising world in her early 20s, fascinating millions of consumers for clients such as MINI Cooper and Coca-Cola. Since then, she’s published two New York Times bestsellers on the science of fascination, and is one of only 172 living members in the Speaker Hall of Fame. Over a million professionals have taken the Fascination Advantage® personality test to discover how others perceive their communication.

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