Book Notes: “To Sell Is Human” – Chapters 7-9

Chapter 7 – Pitch Pink begins the chapter by defining pitch as: “the ability to distill one’s point to its persuasive essence.”  He says that when Hollywood creatives pitch stories to producers, the most successful pitches come off as creative and draw the producers in to participate in a conversation.  In a world of information… Continue reading Book Notes: “To Sell Is Human” – Chapters 7-9

Midweek Material (October 27, 2021)

“Midweek Material” curates articles, podcasts, videos, etc. on a variety of topics including law, marketing/sales, productivity and more. Seven persuasion principles [Podcast]: We are obligated to give back at the same level.  But if the only thing we can do is to give back at a higher level we will to avoid the burden of… Continue reading Midweek Material (October 27, 2021)

Book Notes: “To Sell Is Human” – Chapters 4-6

Chapter 4 – Attunement Instead of “always-be-closing,” Pink believes the new ABC’s of sales are attunement, buoyance, and clarity. He says the three aspects of attunement are, “perspective-taking,” empathy, and mimicking strategically.  Because power can sometimes create blind spots, assuming a lower position of power, Pink’s “perspective-taking,” allows a salesperson to better gain a prospect’s… Continue reading Book Notes: “To Sell Is Human” – Chapters 4-6

Midweek Material (October 20, 2021)

“Midweek Material” curates articles, podcasts, videos, etc. on a variety of topics including law, marketing/sales, productivity and more. Tips for scaling your team [Article]: As a result of hiring more senior people, we were able to launch a sellable, viable product within just a few months—as opposed to a few quarters. There was almost a… Continue reading Midweek Material (October 20, 2021)

Midweek Material (October 13, 2021)

“Midweek Material” curates articles, podcasts, videos, etc. on a variety of topics including law, marketing/sales, productivity and more. Using “nudges” to affect human behavior [Podcast]: There’s research showing that when we frame our goals, and we work towards our goals we should build in what’s known as an emergency reserve into our commitments.  So, this… Continue reading Midweek Material (October 13, 2021)

Book Notes: “Atomic Habits” – Chapters 18-20

Chapter 18 – The Truth About Talent (When Genes Matter and When They Don’t) Chapter 18 begins with a few premises that are generally accepted, though perhaps followed less than we might think.  First, Clear underscores the idea that it is optimal to choose areas in life where you are interested and naturally gifted. He… Continue reading Book Notes: “Atomic Habits” – Chapters 18-20

Midweek Material (October 6, 2021)

“Midweek Material” curates articles, podcasts, videos, etc. on a variety of topics including law, marketing/sales, productivity and more. Marketers intend to leverage the principles learned during the pandemic in a post-Covid world [Article]: “Travel can take on an infinite number of forms: we are capable of going to the edge of the world, but also… Continue reading Midweek Material (October 6, 2021)

Book Notes: “Atomic Habits” – Chapters 15-17

Chapter 15 – The Cardinal Rule of Behavior Change Clear begins this chapter by sharing his 4th Law of Behavior Change: make it satisfying.  He introduces the “Cardinal Rule of Behavior Change: What is immediately rewarded is repeated.  What is immediately punished is avoided.”  He says good habits are hard to make because the rewards… Continue reading Book Notes: “Atomic Habits” – Chapters 15-17