#173: Lock In Sales this Memorial Day with These Expert Closing Techniques
May 6, 2024
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Learn how to lock in sales this Memorial Day with expert closing techniques discussed by Donald Miller and special guests. From creating urgency to offering extra value, get strategies to drive holiday revenue and convert interest into actual sales.
Crafting a 'hell yes offer' for Memorial Day attracts customers emotionally.
Clear and compelling messaging is crucial to break through daily commercial noise.
Initiating message creation with a brand script helps establish empathy and authority.
Deep dives
Creating an Irresistible Offer for Memorial Day
Crafting an irresistible offer, also known as the 'hell yes offer,' is crucial for businesses as it pulls in customers with a compelling solution that stops the scroll and engages them emotionally. Memorial Day presents an optimal time to create such offers because buyers are in a purchasing mood during this season, making it perfect for unveiling new perspectives on products and services.
Importance of Marketing and Messaging Clarity
Marketing and messaging play a vital role in the success of an offer as they break through the noise of 3,000 to 5,000 commercial messages individuals receive daily. Clear and compelling messages are essential to grab attention and differentiate a product amidst the inundation of ads, emails, and social media content.
Utilizing the Storybrand Framework
Initiating the creation of a clear message begins with a brand script that outlines the customer's wants, their problems, and the guide (business) as the solution provider. This framework involves establishing empathy and authority, presenting a plan, a clear call to action, and highlighting the stakes involved, ultimately crafting a convincing narrative that resonates with customers.
Creating an Effective Sales Funnel
Developing a sales funnel involves key components like a compelling one-liner for an elevator pitch, a website wireframe, a lead generator (such as a checklist or scorecard), sales emails introducing the offer and addressing customer problems and solutions, along with nurturing emails, all aimed at guiding customers through the buying journey.
Action Plan for Implementation
To actualize the learnings and insights shared, business owners are encouraged to start by filling out the brand script, setting clear deadlines for creating website content, lead generators, and email sequences. Time-sensitive promotions can be integrated into emails, emphasizing FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), and bonuses for early customer action to enhance engagement and conversion rates.
Often, the hardest part of any sales process isn't starting—it's closing. Many businesses struggle to seal the deal, especially during high-stakes, competitive shopping periods like Memorial Day. You've made the offer, you've attracted the attention—now, how do you convert that interest into actual sales? The secret lies in effective closing techniques that resonate with your audience and inspire them to take action. As Memorial Day draws nearer, the pressure’s on to make sure that your holiday promotions don't just generate buzz, but bring in big profits. So what’s the best way to usher folks through the checkout line?
In this episode, we wrap up our 3-part series on crafting the perfect Memorial Day promotion. Returning to the podcast are producer Bobby Richards, Business Made Simple Certified Coach Jessica Miller, and StoryBrand Certified Guide Wes Gay. They are joined by special guest Dr. J.J. Peterson, Head of StoryBrand and host of the Marketing Made Simple Podcast. Together, they delve into the critical final phase of your Memorial Day offer: closing the sale. From creating a sense of urgency to offering extra value, you’ll learn top strategies for making sure your promotions not only draw attention but also drive sales. Tune in to make the most of your Memorial Day offers and convert those last-minute decisions into holiday revenue!
Clarify all your marketing and messaging talking points by creating your free Brandscript at Storybrand.com/sb7.