{"id":7763,"date":"2024-09-17T07:35:01","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T07:35:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/markies.be\/?post_type=academy&#038;p=7763"},"modified":"2024-09-17T09:08:23","modified_gmt":"2024-09-17T09:08:23","slug":"sales-performance-coaching-optimizing-conversations","status":"publish","type":"academy","link":"https:\/\/markies.be\/en\/academy\/sales-performance-coaching-optimizing-conversations\/","title":{"rendered":"Sales Performance Coaching: Optimizing Conversations"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"7763\" class=\"elementor elementor-7763\" data-elementor-post-type=\"academy\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d43b8c6 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d43b8c6\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" 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In this video, I share key tips for effective coaching.<\/p><ol><li><strong>Preparation is key:<\/strong> Never start a coaching call unprepared. Good preparation is the basis of every successful conversation.<\/li><li><strong>Start positive:<\/strong> Begin with a compliment or acknowledgement. This creates a comfortable atmosphere and opens the door to open, honest communication.<\/li><li><strong>Set SMART goals:<\/strong> Work with your sales rep to set clear, measurable goals, involving the sales rep himself to increase accountability and commitment.<\/li><li><strong>Listen actively:<\/strong> Ask open-ended questions to get a good idea of the sales rep&#8217;s challenges and perspectives.<\/li><li><strong>Give constructive feedback:<\/strong> Use concrete examples rather than vague comments. The Sandwich method (positive-negative-positive) is an effective way to structure feedback.<\/li><\/ol><p>In addition, develop an action plan together with clear steps and deadlines. 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