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QUESTION: How are Filler Words like "Ah," "Um," "So" or "Y'know," Similar to Vampire Bats, Mosquitoes, Leeches, Lamprey and Bedbugs?

ANSWER: They are all bloodsuckers. ??

Filler words cripple speeches by DILUTING the impact of statements.

Continued usage of filler words will undercut your bid to create a memorable impact with your meeting reports, webinars, impromptu speaking or team training sessions – and rob you of precious opportunities to thrive.

Click the image below to learn how to overcome the use filler words - and find your natural voice.

When the World’s Greatest Salespeople Tell Stories, They Speak with Their Ears.

After all, the good ones can listen to your problems like a therapist! ??

For them, storytelling is more than just relating a narrative.

It’s a route to a PERSONAL ?? connection – by listening closely.

By connecting, they get prospects to TRUST them.

And to OPEN UP to them.

And to tell them what kind of PROBLEM they are having that the salesperson’s business can HELP them fix.

That’s how they get all those sales.???

And they do it all the time - whether they’re aware of it or not.

Clicking the image below will show you how you can create deep connection through storytelling.

5 Steps to Starting Meaningful Conversations with Prospects.

Be prepared by researching the prospect's background.

Then choose a warm vocal tone that shows you're interested in what they've got to say.

Be strategic and keep it casual.

But are you doing the last and most important point?

Click the image below to learn the secrets of creating deep connections in conversations.

MICHAEL'S MOTIVATING MISSIVE

We can lose sight of the importance of creating meaningful relationships, in the push to get clients. The best clients are the ones you take time to develop with genuine understanding and communication.

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Remember: Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.

Successful people know how to make their own luck.

Go make yours.

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