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“Prevention is always better than the cure”
6th February 2014The quality of client relationships is often cited as the most important aspect of running an organisation. The vast majority...
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‘Tis the networking season’: How to leverage festive drinks party small talk into relationships that pay!
11th December 2013With the Christmas decorations hung, venues booked and invitations organised, the networking season is now in full swing. In...
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Winning new business – Your guide to responding to a Request for Proposal (RFP)
7th October 2013The traditional tools once relied upon to secure new business by firms and businesses are still important; however, increasingly,...
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Win/Win negotiations – ‘Don’t lose the shirt off your back’
12th August 2013Mention the word “negotiate” and even the most experienced professional can sometimes feel out of their depth. However, in...
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Promotion interviews – Don’t let nerves get the better of you!
10th July 2013When you’re after promotion, how you present your business case in the boardroom isn’t something you should treat lightly....
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How to deliver the winning pitch
5th June 2013The time has come for you to present your final pitch. The pleasantries are over, the spotlight falls on...
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‘I can see you’re angry’ – 8 steps to help you deal with a difficult client
2nd May 2013Have you ever walked away from an exchange with a client and thought that they were totally unreasonable and...
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How to get back in touch with clients and increase your revenue
28th March 2013Winning work in a competitive environment is time consuming and does not guarantee a return. Rather than using all your...
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UK BUDGET SPEECH – Do politicians ignore the public speaking rules?
26th March 2013The answer to this question is a big ‘yes’, at least for most of them, most of the time....
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If you don’t ask, you don’t get – Better questioning techniques to boost sales
28th February 2013“We have been established for 30 years, offering outstanding customer service. We have a diverse client base, including…… We...