Being a sales leader is something we all desire to be. I don’t think anyone who is committed to being in sales wants to be seen as a sales follower. Can you imagine walking up to a customer and saying, “Hi, I’m your new sales follower.” I can only imagine how the customer would respond. Your job, regardless of your title, is to be seen as sale leader.
A few years ago, I was working with a sales team in Trinidad. As we dug into a particular issue, it set me on a mission to simplify and narrow things down. After that meeting, I created the 9 traits of a sales leader.
Great sales leaders:
1. Demonstrate trust
2. Create a motivating environment
3. Set and communicate clear goals and objectives
4. Support and empower others
5. Commit to follow-through and execution
6. Listen attentively
7. Remain vision focused
8. Foster a team environment
9. Focus on people not tasks
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