Mastering Sales Meeting Preparation

Executive time crunch: If an exec only has five minutes instead of 30, ask, "What’s the one thing you need to hear to earn another meeting with your full attention?" Focus on that.
Lead with a hypothesis: Instead of asking generic discovery questions, start with a hypothesis about their priorities based on research, showing you did your homework.
Decision criteria: Prospects may focus on the wrong decision factors. Share a list of common criteria and ask them to rank their priorities to guide the discussion.
Demo as you go: Don't save all product demos for the end. Show small pieces of the product during the conversation, interspersing discovery throughout.

This chapter explores the essential strategies for preparing for sales meetings, focusing on understanding industry trends and tailoring discussions to individual business contexts. It emphasizes the importance of asking informed questions and adapting meeting structures to foster meaningful dialogue and effectively manage discovery calls.

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