"I've always been reluctant to chase up quotes as, to me, it does smack of desperation and I have never excelled in sales techniques but I do think it is the right thing to do. Last week I called up a client we had quoted for only because he had…"
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GEMS Cambridge replied to GORDON's discussion Do you chase up on quotations following their submission to potential clients/customers
Matthew Spedding replied to GORDON's discussion Do you chase up on quotations following their submission to potential clients/customers"There is something very simple that you can introduce onto quotations that will dramatically increase your sales conversion rate as a landscaper.
You need to give your customer a 'Reason to buy'
This 'Reason to buy' closing…"
A discussion started by GORDON was featuredDo you chase up on quotations following their submission to potential clients/customers
Just wondered if it shows that you are interested to establish that the quotation conforms to the requirements or is there a danger that you are being pushy or perhaps desperate for work.Personally, if I have received a quotation for a job, say an house extension I don’t want to be contacted. If I require further information or clarification then I will contact the person who provided the quotation.But then again we are all different.The reason for the post however is that I secured a job today…See More
Joe McGunnigle replied to GORDON's discussion Vibration and protective gloves"Guys HAVS ( hand arm vibration syndrome ) is a condition caused by the use of power tools, symptoms/ conditions vibration white finger tingling fingers numbness loss of dexterity etc etc carpal tunnel syndrome can affect the wrists and often needs…"
Richard Boyd replied to GORDON's discussion Who has changed accountants and for what reason or reasons"I changed recently after spending time trying to educate myself on what an accountant should really do and become aware that the old company was just compiling year end accounts and that was it. The advice was minimal and I also found that they had…"
PRO MemberIan @ Redbarrow East Sussex replied to GORDON's discussion Do you chase up on quotations following their submission to potential clients/customers
"Many moons ago had photocopier sales training from Panasonic in a buoyant market. Found some of the techniques very pushy, largely unsuitable for the majority of the domestic customers I deal with nowadays.
One useful tip that does lend itself…"
PRO MemberStuart @ Eco Garden Maintenance replied to GORDON's discussion Vibration and protective gloves
"I have some buckler anti vibration gloves and i don't know if they are effective or not.
One thing that is effective is to choose your machinery wisely, with an eye on vibration levels as the most important factor affecting your purchase…"
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- WORKED 20 YEARS AS AN ENGINEER HANDS ON.
WORKED ANOTHER 20 YEARS AS AN OFFICE MANAGER.
ILL HEALTH AND REDUNDANCY MADE ME SEEK ALTERNATIVE EMPLOYMENT. NOT THE SAME RATE OF PAY, BUT I AM SO HAPPY EVEN AT 60 DOING A HARD DAYS WORK.
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- At 14:30 on March 6, 2011,
PRO MemberGraeme @ BGS said… Gordon - Tell me about roller mowers - I have a fleet of Hayters but for some jobs they are just not up for it or worth risking damaging. Don't dismiss Etesia and with the prices offered you will be a little shocked at how quick it will pay for its self.
If you are local'sh and available, please consider popping along to what will be an interesting and maybe profitable few hours.
- At 18:04 on March 6, 2009, ian said…
- can i ask were u get ur bill board like signs done for advertising and what sort of cost these are, many thanks ian
- At 17:12 on October 14, 2008, ian said…
- ok thanks very much for ur comments, good avice. Ive been a gardener nearly 9 years, just started this season a bit late too! so im hoping next yr will see a big difference, just hope the work is still out there cos of credit crunch ahh
- At 17:43 on October 10, 2008, ian said…
- thanks for ur comment, wow thats quite a fe clients u got, how to get so many so quick???
- At 20:23 on July 23, 2008,
PRO MemberPhil Voice said… - Hello Gordon and welcome to the Landscape Juice Network.
I admire you for changing careers and well done for making the break. I hope you find something of use here.
Kind regards
Phil
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