What would it take for you to double or even triple your win rates? According to LinkedIn research, you have a significantly better chance of closing sales when you have multiple connections within a single account.
Can it really be that simple?
Not exactly … Winning isn’t simply a function of having lots of LinkedIn connections. It requires a well-thought-out strategy. If you’re only well connected to one or two people at a company, you’re vulnerable if something happens to them.
Also, since most decisions today involve 4+ people, it’s essential to establish relationships with all of them. That way you have a greater likelihood of getting buy-in, working through obstacles and keeping the decision process moving forward.
Start by Doing This …
Then Do This to Expand Your Contacts
Many salespeople are really uncomfortable expanding beyond their existing contact. They don’t want this person to feel like they’re going behind his/her back by establishing relationships with others in the company.
That’s an error in judgment. You are the professional. Your prospect’s don’t make decisions like this very often and they honestly need you to provide guidance. So you say:
You could also add:
It’s one of the best things you can do to increase your win rates.
© 2014 by Jill Konrath. Jill Konrath is the author of AGILE SELLING, Selling to Big Companies and SNAP Selling. As a sales accelerator, she helps salespeople close deals faster. She’s a frequent speaker at sales kick-off meetings and conferences. Her expertise has by featured by ABC News, Fortune, Forbes, The New York Times, Entrepreneur and Inc. magazine. Click here to get her free Prospecting Toolkit.
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