The Sales Cycle

By Sandra Collins This blog is about understanding the sales cycle.   People considering an important purchase usually go through a buying process called a “sales cycle” or “sales funnel.” Generally it includes: Identifying their own wants or needs for the purchase Research on available options (products/services and suppliers) Evaluation Decisions A sales funnel is […]

Why Didn’t You Call Me?

By Sandra Collins This blog is about providing core content.   When people are considering making a significant purchase, they often start with research to better understand their options. They look for information online and/or offline; they may also solicit input from others, opinions available on social media, and customer reviews. Much of their research […]

Who is Your Ideal Customer?

By Sandra Collins This blog is about identifying your target markets.   A “target market” is a group of people with a set of similar characteristics who would benefit from your products and/or services. Defining a target market helps you to articulate the benefits your products/services provide. In some cases, you will have multiple target […]