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Dealing with objections from past experiences in cold calls. Can you turn these hurdles into opportunities?

Encountering resistance during cold calls can be daunting, but it's also an opportunity to refine your approach. Transform objections into chances for connection with these strategies:

- Listen actively and empathize. Acknowledge the prospect's concerns to build trust.

- Use past rejections as learning tools. Adapt your pitch based on what has and hasn't worked before.

- Offer tailored solutions. Show how your product or service can specifically address their previous issues.

How do you leverage objections to your advantage in sales? Feel free to share your experiences.

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Dealing with objections from past experiences in cold calls. Can you turn these hurdles into opportunities?

Encountering resistance during cold calls can be daunting, but it's also an opportunity to refine your approach. Transform objections into chances for connection with these strategies:

- Listen actively and empathize. Acknowledge the prospect's concerns to build trust.

- Use past rejections as learning tools. Adapt your pitch based on what has and hasn't worked before.

- Offer tailored solutions. Show how your product or service can specifically address their previous issues.

How do you leverage objections to your advantage in sales? Feel free to share your experiences.

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    Ricardo Chang

    Strategic Business Manager│Business Development │Sales & Commercial │ B2B & B2C │ Disruptive Innovator

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    Las objeciones basadas en experiencias pasadas pueden convertirse en oportunidades si cambias la narrativa y muestras mejoras. Primero, valida sus preocupaciones con empatía y reconoce su experiencia anterior. Luego, resalta cómo tu oferta soluciona problemas previos, aportando un enfoque renovado con resultados probados. Además, usa testimonios y casos de éxito para demostrar que otros clientes han superado obstáculos similares con tu solución. La clave está en transformar su resistencia en curiosidad, presentando evidencia clara de que esta vez será diferente. 🚀

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    Paula Brocklesby

    Sales Enablement Specialist - EMEA @ Hygiena | Experienced in B2B sales

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    The key is to acknowledge the prospects past experiences, show empathy and position your solution as a better alternative. Listen, validate & express empathy. Ask open ended questions to gain insight, highlight the key differences between your product and their past experience. Offer a trial. Position your solution as a fresh start, support the customer every step of the way to build trust and your relationship. Consistently follow up on the trial to check in to see how they are getting on.

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    Maria Medina
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    I acknowledge past experiences respectfully, validating their concerns, and then shift the focus to how my solution is different or addresses their specific pain points. By sharing success stories, offering risk-free trials, or emphasizing proven results, I build trust. Each objection becomes a chance to showcase value and open the door for a meaningful conversation.

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    Robert Acres

    Transforming AI & Crypto Ventures || Partner at Invisible Technologies || CRO at Victus Global

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    Objections from past experiences during cold calls aren't barriers, they're gateways to deeper engagement. When a prospect shares past disappointments, I seize the opportunity to listen intently and empathize, showing genuine concern for their experiences. This not only builds trust but also provides valuable insights into their needs. I then tailor my approach to address their specific pain points, demonstrating how our solution differs and can offer real value. By transforming objections into meaningful dialogues, I shift the focus from selling to solving, turning hurdles into opportunities for building lasting relationships and successful outcomes.

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    Thiago Capella

    Gerente Comercial | Especialista em Gestão Comercial | Gestão de Pessoas e CRM | Estruturação de Equipes de Alto Desempenho | Inbound e Outbound | Foco em Resultados e Expansão de Negócios | B2B B2C

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    Lidar com objeções relacionadas a experiências passadas em chamadas frias pode parecer um obstáculo, mas na verdade é uma grande oportunidade. Cada objeção oferece insights valiosos sobre as necessidades, expectativas e frustrações do cliente. Ao ouvir atentamente, podemos demonstrar empatia, apresentar soluções focadas e construir uma ponte de confiança. Transformar objeções em conversas construtivas não apenas resgata o interesse do cliente, mas também mostra a capacidade de superar desafios com soluções reais e alinhadas ao que ele busca. ✨ Todo 'não' esconde uma oportunidade esperando para ser revelada.

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    Ana Paula Santos

    Compradora Sênior | Especialista em Compras Estratégicas e Negociação | Redução de Custos

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    Ao lidar com objeções em chamadas frias, começo mostrando empatia pela ansiedade do cliente. Pergunto para entender melhor o obstáculo e adapto a conversa, detalhando como o produto/serviço atende às necessidades dele. Por fim, mantenho o diálogo aberto, usando perguntas que incentivem o cliente a participar. Assim, transformo objeções em oportunidades de agregar valor.

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    Sharles da Silva

    Diretor Comercial e Operacional | Especialista em Varejo e Atacado | Gestão de Facilities, Compras e Supply Chain | Liderança de Equipes de Alta Performance

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    Sim, é possível transformar objeções baseadas em experiências passadas em oportunidades em chamadas frias. Aqui estão algumas estratégias: 1. Escute atentamente: Entenda a preocupação do cliente. 2. Empatize: Reconheça seus sentimentos. 3. Pergunte: Clarifique detalhes da experiência. 4. Diferencie: Mostre como sua solução é única. 5. Ofereça soluções: Apresente benefícios específicos. 6. Exemplos de sucesso: Compartilhe casos semelhantes. 7. Garantia: Ofereça suporte pós-venda. 8. Mudança de perspectiva: Mostre o lado positivo. 9. Oferta personalizada: Ajuste sua proposta. 10. Seguimento: Verifique satisfação. Some exemplos de frases que podem ser utilizadas: - "Entendo sua preocupação, mas nossa solução é diferente."

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    Rodrigo Reyna Vargas

    Estratega comercial enfocado en resultados: ventas, marketing y crecimiento de negocios.

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    En cualquier comunicación comercial y sobre todo en una llamada en frío, el comentario del cliente, en este caso objeciones, es sin duda alguna un buen inicio de conversación. Antes de la llamada uno debe tener en mente que la escucha con empatía es muy importante, no solo entender la mala experiencia, sino también plantear escenarios de soluciones según el sondeo que se irá haciendo. La persona con la que hablamos debe sentirse escuchada y comprendida, a partir de ahí se apertura una comunicación de ambos lados. Es una excelente oportunidad para adaptar nuestro mensaje con las objeciones, planteando soluciones.

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