Increasing sales without spending a lot

Clear Vision • February 10, 2016

Clear Vision spends a lot of time coaching business owners on how to increase their profit margins.

Making more sales will improve the bottom line…so long as you don’t spend too much to achieve that extra income.

Here are some quick tips for increasing sales that won’t cost you much.

Focus on top customers

Your top customers are probably also your best advocates and those most likely to refer new customers.  Keep them happy and feeling appreciated with special offers, early product access and VIP programs.  And most of all, exceptional service.  What they say about you to others can have far reaching impacts on your business.

Customise your sales pitch

Remember that every client and potential client is unique and wanted to be treated that way.  Take time to let them talk, listen and understand their needs so when you make your offer you are more likely to tell them what they want to hear.

Keep the personal touch

Depending on the type of business you run this can be hard to do.  But it’s worth the effort even if it’s only a few customers that you get to know and keep in regular contact with.

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