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The Most Expensive Word in Business: “Assume.”

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There is one word that has caused more missed opportunities, damaged relationships and costly mistakes than most people realise. That word is “assume.” I’ve firsthand seen projects get delayed because someone assumed a task had been completed. I’ve watched sales opportunities disappear because a salesperson assumed the customer wasn’t interested. I’ve seen managers become frustrated […]

Why Your Best Salesperson Isn’t Always Your Best Sales Manager

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Promoting your top salesperson to Sales Manager feels like the obvious next step, right?  After all, they’ve consistently exceeded targets, built strong customer relationships, and become someone the rest of the team looks up to. So why wouldn’t they make a great manager? Over the years, I’ve seen many organisations make this decision with the […]

Business Communication: When Email, WhatsApp and Calls Should Be Used

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We’ve never had more ways to communicate at work. Email. WhatsApp. Teams. Slack. Phone calls. Video meetings. Yet, if you ask most professionals, they’ll tell you communication has become more exhausting than ever. A few days ago, I experienced something that perfectly summed this up. I was working on a client’s annual business roadmap when […]

10 Sales Skills Every High-Performing Salesperson Needs

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Sales techniques come and go. Products evolve. Technology changes. But some sales skills never lose their value. If you want consistent sales success, these are the skills worth building.   Sales has changed a lot over the years. Customers have more information than ever before. They compare options, read reviews, ask better questions, and often […]

Unleashing The Power of Humanity in Business

Are you an organization, that Cares ? Unleashing The Power of Humanity in Business Throughout my professional journey, I have had the privilege of collaborating with numerous business leaders who have cared deeply for those who reported to them, worked with them or bought from them. Humanity was at the center of their core beliefs […]

Navigating Behavioural Challenges in Business Transformation

Navigating Behavioural Challenges in Business Transformation As a Business Transformation Consultant, I have come across situations when the agreement between the consultant and the Business owner shakes and at time reaches a dead end. Something happens that doesn’t allow things to move in the chosen direction as per the agreed roadmap that was developed at […]

IS RUNNING A BUSINESS SAME AS YOGA?

Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Learn from the Principles of Yoga. In today’s fast-paced and competitive business world, entrepreneurs are constantly seeking ways to enhance their productivity, find inner peace, and achieve sustainable success. While many turn to traditional management theories and strategies, there is another ancient practice that holds valuable lessons for entrepreneurs: Yoga. Yoga, an […]

Challenges in Sales 

Navigating the Competitive Landscape In today’s dynamic business environment, the sales function plays a pivotal role in driving revenue and ensuring organizational success. However, the world of sales is not without its fair share of challenges. From increased competition to evolving buyer expectations and technological advancements, sales professionals face a multitude of obstacles on their […]

The Healing Power of Laughter

Laughter is a universal language that transcends cultural barriers and brings people together. It is a natural and instinctive response to humour, joy, or amusement. While laughter is often associated with fun and entertainment, its benefits extend far beyond mere amusement. Scientific research has shown that laughter has a profound impact on our physical, mental, […]