Oak trees are strong and mighty. They grow slowly. They withstand most storms, and live a long, productive life.
Willow trees grow quickly, with very long roots. They're flexible. They withstand many storms too, because of their flexibility.
As salespeople, we need to be both like an oak and a willow. We must be sturdy and strong so we can withstand any negative effects that come our way. But this is also a time to be flexible. The economic winds are blowing, and being too rigid can be detrimental.
Be like an oak...and a willow.
How have you been like an oak? And a willow? How has it helped you become a better salesperson. Please share...
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Skip Anderson is the Founder of Selling to Consumers Sales Training,
a B2C and retail sales training and management consulting company. Skip
is nuts about helping companies and individuals sell more.
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