Five Phrases to Avoid During Your Next Sales Presentation!
The success of your next sale may be riding on more than the product or service you're offering. Your presentation will play a major role in the sale -- the words, your style, and the tone of your delivery. Here are five phrases to avoid during your next presentation. By avoiding these common phrases you will have a better chance at making a favorable impression.
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Specialty Pharmaceutical Company Adds 50 Sales Reps Across the Country
Cornerstone BioPharma, Inc., the Triangle-based specialty pharmaceutical company currently focused on the development and commercialization of niche prescription medications in the pain, anti-infective, and respiratory markets, has successfully executed its expansion strategy and recruiting campaign for 50 sales representatives nationwide. Read More.

Sell Yourself on Networking!
Marketing Executives from around the Sales is about making connections, though not just with customers. Your long-term success as a salesperson depends on your ability to collaborate with others. Networking, whether it involves securing employment, generating business leads or seeking professional advice, yields immeasurable rewards. Read More.



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The Importance of Competitive Compensation

No matter where you are in your career, you should always evaluate your position with respect to benchmark salaries in the industry. Based on your performance and your skill set, where do you rank?

Average Sales Compenstion in 2004
  Total Compensation Base Salary Bonus Plus Commission
Executive $145,978 $96,774 $49,204
Top Performer $155,055 $83,443 $66,612
Mid-Level Performer $93,499 $59,389 $34,110
Low-Level Performer $64,990 $45,624 $19,366



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