RESPECT… not getting enough? Don’t take it personally.

I admit, I’m like you — I want my prospects and clients to treat me with high respect.  I want them to have some courtesy about my schedule, especially if I offer them two or three potential times to meet with me next week.  I want quick response to my...

The deal memo and its value in closing agreements

The “deal memo” is an outline of proposed terms for providing services to a prospective client or products to a prospective customer, or both to a strategic ally.  It is a Hollywood term that has come into use in other industries.  It is a useful,...

More tips on pitching and closing

In messaging the value of your product, your company, or your consultancy, you must speak directly to each targeted audience and its decision makers. Now, your pitch and your value proposition will be different as you speak to various constituents:  your strategic or...