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5 Stories Every Salesperson Should be Prepared to Tell

Julie Hansen - 26 March 2018

Stories are a powerful selling tool, but rarely is one story right for every situation or customer.  To be successful in a dynamic marketplace, there are 5 types of stories every salesperson should be prepared to tell in a pitch or presentation.  Here is a brief description, example and tips on where and when to use each type of story:
1.  Your Organization Story
This is your company’s unique origin story, shedding light on the problem you solve and why. A compelling, succinct founding story can humanize your company and offer a fresh perspective into your values and purpose.
Tips:  Keep it under a minute.  Company stories are inherently less engaging than other types of stories so keep it tight by picking one story line and highlighting a few key details.
Don’t lead with your organization story.  Your opening should be focused on your customer (like the other 4 types of stories) and not

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