By: Tim Williams | 2011-01-16 | Article Marketing Many sales training organisations avoid the use of sales jokes but the research indicates that participants prefer a lighter approach when undertaking training in sales skills and techniques. A recent survey of over 100 sales training organisations in Australia found that only 35% of them included humour in their sales presentations. read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-01-09 | Article Marketing Many sales managers opt not to include any sales jokes during one on one coaching with sales staff or in their weekly sales training meetings because they are concerned they will loose the respect of the sales team. As a general rule sales managers are keen to conduct sales coaching or meetings without any reference to jokes about sales or other humorous anecdotes. read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-01-01 | Article Marketing Trainers and sales managers who are reluctant to use sales jokes in their training sessions or sales meeting are less effective than those that include humour in their presentations. Many trainers consider it is unprofessional to tell a sales training joke when conducting courses for clients but the research shows that incorporating some humour into a training session through jokes about sales lea read more
By: Tim Williams | 2010-12-30 | Article Marketing A sales group were contemplating the reaction of their manager at a planned sales team meeting yesterday. The team were well below target and there was little likelihood of a month end burst coming their way. It was then that someone said have you heard the one about? ... and as the sales joke was told uproarious laughter flowed through the office. read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-01-02 | Article Marketing It is often quite difficult to hold the attention of staff during sales meetings. Research indicates that a few good sales jokes peppered throughout a meeting will result in a much more productive meeting. read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-01-06 | Article Marketing Sales training and sales meetings aren't the most interesting or enjoyable event, but they could be given a little sales humour and sales jokes. Ever been bored and bemused sitting through an all too important sales training conference and failed to absorb any of the information on offer? read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-04-03 | Article Marketing Think about the best sales experiences you have had. What do they all have in common? If you are like most people then what you will say is that you liked the sales person. He or she was nice and prob... read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-03-29 | Article Marketing As a sale person you have a lot of challenges. Arguably one of your biggest challenges is finding a way to set yourself and your product or service apart from all the rest. There are a number of ways ... read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-02-13 | Article Marketing If you are in the sales training business and are collating course material make sure that you structure the presentation so that it includes sales jokes throughout. This will improve the attention levels and also ensure that there is a connection between you and the participants. read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-01-22 | Article Marketing Sales Jokes should be employed by all business owners and employers, especially when imparting important information to their employees. So few really comprehend or understand the effect that sales jokes have within a working environment and between the employees. Insofar that it delivers successful outcomes and motivates members to reach desired corporation objectives. read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-03-26 | Article Marketing If you feel like your sales approach has fallen in to a rut and you are looking for something to freshen it up then maybe all you need are some great sales jokes. It sure sounds easy enough doesn''t i... read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-01-07 | Article Marketing Shared sales jokes create a far more cooperative environment. One where each member of the staff regardless of the department they are working for, will work efficiently and promptly to help the team achieve desired outcomes. read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-02-19 | Article Marketing The most important step you can make in telling the best sales jokes is to know your audience. Once you assess the type of humour that will work best you can start developing your material. read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-03-30 | Article Marketing The business of sales is the business of communication. It''s about developing relationships, nurturing them, and coming up with ways that both you and your customer can win. Due to its very nature, t... read more
By: Tim Williams | 2011-01-23 | Article Marketing Using humour such as sales jokes can be an effective way to establish relationships and liven up your sales pitch. Jokes can be a great addition to both your one-on-one and group presentations. Read on to learn more about how you can improve sales through humour. read more