5 Quick Tips for Introverts in Sales (Because Yes, They Can Be Great Salespeople)

5 Quick Tips for Introverts in Sales (Because Yes, They Can Be Great Salespeople)5 Quick Tips for Introverts in Sales (Because Yes, They Can Be Great Salespeople)As a CEO and founder of a company that mentors introverts, many people find it surprising that I only admitted to myself recently that I was an introvert. Which is crazy, since I remember being in the second grade absolutely horrified that the teacher might call on me and the entire class might stop and look at me all at once. I used to hide at lunch time in high school because I was too embarrassed to ask someone to sit with me. Because the truth is, I thought being an introvert meant that something was wrong with me.beinahe forward a few years and I somehow ended up with a job in corporate sales. I forced myself to attend conferences that drained me, pretended to be outgoing, attempted to make small talk, and did all the things I thought I needed to do to be a high performer. But, I finally got to a point where it was just too exhausting. The incredible thing was that once I started being myself, I became more successful.When I started teaching others how to sell and grow their business revenue, I finally realized that I had adapted my introverted style to work for me. Not only was it leid a flaw or something I needed to change, it was my greatest asset. It might be yours, too. So, I created five simple tips for thriving in sales that I want to share with you.1. Be the Real YouThe key to confidence in sales is knowing and owning your selling style. Many people have a false perception that they must be pushy or salesy to succeed. You dont. You can be quiet, introverted, goofy. You dont have to fake it, you just have to be you (in the way youre most comfortable).2. Make it PersonalYour story is what makes you memorable. Talk about yourself and what makes you unique- your hobbies, your family, your love of pickles, whatever. People remember the person, not the product. And no one can question your exper tise in yourself.3. Dont Quit Before You Get StartedHalf of the people I talk to say theyre terrible at following up. Newsflash- the money is all in the follow-up. This is the single, easiest thing you can do to increase sales. The first ask is only the beginning.Not everyone is ready to buy today. If someone tells you theyre not ready or puts off the discussion, its OK. But, you need to check in- tomorrow, next month, next year. 60% of sales are made after the fourth discussion, yet 94% of people quit after the fourth call, says Jack Canfield in his book The Success Principles How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be. The reality is those 6% are making a lot more money.4. Say Good-Bye to GuiltBeing successful in sales is about having the right mindset. If you feel guilty about asking someone to buy, youre already setting yourself up for failure. Instead, approach each discussion knowing that selling is serving, and that you may have a sacred contract with the person yo ure talking to. Youre sharing your special gift, or your magic, with someone. There are people whore as much in need of what you have as you are to share it.LOOKING FOR A NEW SALES ROLE THAT YOULL LOVE?Yes, we used the L-word Click Here to landsee Whos Hiring 5. Show Up and Be SeenNot publicizing our gifts can be especially hard for us as introverts. Your amazing business shouldnt be your best kept secret. And, no one can find you if youre hiding your awesomeness. Take a baby step post your writing on Facebook, show a friend your art, just take a small leap to show someone your skills. You may be surprised at how great it feels and what amazing feedback you receive.Want to find out more about how to sell using your introverted strengths? Join our free LinkedIn group, Quiet Selling.This article was originally published on LinkedIn. It has been republished here with permission.