Last week, I wrote about how to bring structure to the very first sales call to give myself the best chance of making a sale. (And to enjoy that heady feeling as often as possible!) The first 3 steps I take in every single Read More
It’s a wonderful feeling, isn’t it, that heady, addictive moment when you close a deal? In every ad sales training workshop I teach, I loudly proclaim that feeling just never goes away. For me, it is just as fresh today as it Read More
Here’s a fast fact: 50% of sales time is wasted on unproductive prospecting. (The B2B Lead) Now I know you probably already have a dedicated time within your daily schedule for active prospecting. But are you as productive as you could be? Read More
Print remains one of the strongest channels for native and sponsored ad campaigns. Niche publishers have to think outside the box and get creative. Charles Warner, (CEO/Editor in Chief, Innovation & Tech Today) recently spoke at Super Niche in Louisville. He urged niche publishers Read More
Every publisher knows quizzes are highly engaging to readers. But a smart few publishers are using quizzes as products for advertisers. Believe it or not quizzes can drive serious revenue, along with providing deeper insights into your audience and building your list. Whether light and fun, Read More
“Hey, just checking in – did you have a chance to read my last email to you? I know you are busy right now – but here’s a copy of it just in case you have a chance to read it now.” This Read More
Questions: Why do you think Michael Jordan shot hundreds of free throws each week? Why do the top Hollywood actors have coaches? Answer: Because being the best requires practice, mentoring and coaching. Half-hearted role-playing stinks. To be the best ad salesperson in your niche, Read More
Presenting proposals can be the easiest step to accomplish in the sales process. In fact, I often include a proposal when making a sales call, which saves time for me and my client. But when the client won’t commit, it’s time to start negotiating. So what are Read More
When you build a customized ad package in multiple channels, it not only serves your advertisers, but drives serious ad sales revenue. So what’s the best way to present these proposals for closing success? We consulted Nancy O’Brien, Associate Publisher of Aviation International Read More
We know, we know. 2018 is The Year of Video. According to eMarketer, US programmatic digital video ad spending is on track to surpass $13 billion by 2019. Sure Facebook and YouTube numbers are a huge part of that, but there’s no Read More
