9-Point Plan to Boost Your Construction Sales

You have to address your fears before you can get your prospective clients to overcome their fear of buying.

Brad Yoho, VP

October 1, 2024

2 Min Read
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This first step to understanding and eventually overcoming fear-based resistance is to recognize that you will always experience some fear from your prospects, and to better navigate this, you need to address your fears when selling in the home. Only then can you work towards guiding prospects to overcome their fear-based resistance.

Work towards the following:

1. Understand your fears. Start by identifying what specifically is causing fear or resistance in your selling process. Is it fear of rejection, failure or something else? Understanding the root of your fear can help you address it more effectively.

2. Prepare yourself. Proper preparation can help alleviate fear. Know your product or service inside and out, anticipate possible objections and practice your sales pitch until you feel confident.

3. Be comfortable with being uncomfortable. Selling often involves stepping out of your comfort zone. Embrace the discomfort as a sign of growth and a step towards achieving your goals.

4. Focus on your end goal. Keep your long-term objectives in mind. Remind yourself of the benefits of overcoming your fear and achieving success in sales.

5. Be a good listener. Listening to your customers can help you understand their needs and address their concerns more effectively. It can also help build rapport and trust, which can reduce resistance.

6. Never stop learning and improving yourselves. Continuously seek ways to enhance your sales skills and knowledge. This can boost your confidence and help you overcome fear-based resistance.

7. Manage your emotions. Recognize when fear or other negative emotions are creeping in and learn techniques to manage them. This might include deep breathing, visualization or positive self-talk.

8. Challenge yourself. Set goals that push you out of your comfort zone. By consistently challenging yourself, you'll build resilience and confidence in your selling abilities.

9. Learn from the experience. Whether you succeed or face setbacks, there are always lessons to be learned. Reflect on your experiences, identify what worked and what didn't, and use this knowledge to improve your approach in the future.

About the Author

Brad Yoho

VP, Dave Yoho Associates

Brad Yoho is the VP at Dave Yoho Associates, the oldest and largest consulting firm operating in the home improvement, remodeling, and home services industries. Learn more about their consulting services, training seminars, and educational products by contacting them at (703) 591-2490 or [email protected]. You can also schedule a FREE 30-Minute Consultation with a Dave Yoho Associate.

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