The Ten Commandments of Sales

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I came across a picture of this t-shirt and had to share it with you! In case you can’t read the design it says:

Ten Commandments of Sales:

1) Never take no for an answer

2) Give value first

3) Treat all customers like family

4) Always tell the trth

5) Prospect everyday

6) Keep a positive attitude

7) Return every phone call & email

8) Underpromise & Overdeliver

9) Never make an excuse for your price

10) Keep the faith

What do you think of the list? What would make your top ten list of commandments for sales?

Evan Carmichael
YoungEntrepreneur.com Blog Manager

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4 Comments so far

  1. John May 14th, 2008 4:25 am

    I’d drop No. 1 sometimes it’s better to take a no and move on to a better prospect.

  2. Ben Jones May 14th, 2008 7:26 am

    It’s amazing that all of the commandments seem to point right back to customer service. I really liked that. I am a firm believer that sales and customer service go hand and hand. If your customers love you, they will overlook many of the flaws your product or service may have. Thanks for sharing that Evan. I actually wouldn’t mind having a couple of those shirts. :)

  3. Kendall May 15th, 2008 2:08 pm

    I think all too often in sales we forget #4 Always tell the truth and #8 Underpromise & Overdeliver. If you follow these rules, it will set you apart from many of your competitors.

  4. Jamie Holt May 18th, 2008 12:57 am

    I have to sya, 6 and 8 are a must..thanks for providing this. I often find myself pushing people with thoughts of positivity, it’s sooooo easy to be positive when you can structure your mindset for it.

    Great list BTW

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