#68: How to "Sell" Without Making People Feel Awkward

If you think "gag me" when you hear "sales," you're not alone! The idea of being sold to or selling to someone else can easily remind us of a pushy salesperson or an uncomfortable situation. But if you're in business, you're in sales. So how can you effectively sell your product without coming across as manipulative or desperate?   In today's episode, J.J. and April continue the conversation about how you can implement our new sales framework, The Customer is the Hero. Special guest and StoryBrand Certified Guide, Aleya Harris, also joins in and demonstrates that when you use the 5 key talking points in this framework, it won't feel like "selling" at all. Instead, you'll feel like you're building relationships, solving problems, and serving people. Listen in to learn how you can use this 5-step framework to improve your sales – and have a lot more fun doing it!   Go to OnlineSalesScript.com/Podcast to access and create a SalesScript you can immediately use to invite customers into a story. As a Hero Maker, when you sign up you'll also get our bonus video series where Don walks you step-by-step how to create sales talking points that actually work!   Contact StoryBrand Certified Guide Aleya Harris directly at MarketingMadeSimple.com/Aleya-Harris.   --   Have a story of success after implementing the StoryBrand Framework to clarify your messaging and marketing? Let us know! Call 615-649-0705 before Friday October, 14 for a chance to have your story featured on an upcoming episode! We can't wait to hear from you!   START CLARIFYING YOUR MARKETING NOW AND CREATE YOUR FREE BRANDSCRIPT: MyStoryBrand.com   WORRIED THERE'S SOMETHING WRONG WITH YOUR MARKETING? GET A CUSTOMIZED PLAN TO FIX IT: StoryBrandMarketingReport.com   STORYBRAND INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/StoryBrand