I have never been in the sales industry and certainly never in any type of direct sales, so I wasn't sure I could cut it. After really thinking about it, however, I came to realize that I have been "selling" all my life--just not in the traditional sense of the word. Truth be told, there isn't much that is traditional about me anyway, so when I started thinking outside the box, I decided that I am, in fact, a great salesperson!
Every job I have ever had, I got because of my ability to "sell" myself to the company. Sure there were people more qualified than I was, but I sold my unique skills--the ones that made me stand out from the pack. More often than not, that is the main reason I was hired. Sure, I have the college education and the experience to be able to get an interview, but it was how I handled myself at the interview that landed me the position. (The fact that I was a single mom with 2 kids who counted on me to "bring home the bacon" was an added incentive!)
As a mother, I have to "sell" ideas to the kids all the time. I have to take an activity that they would not normally go for, and twist it around enough to make it sound enticing to them.
I could go on and on....but you get the idea. The fact is, we are all salespeople, when we choose to be. We use our passion and our powers of persuasion to get others to follow our lead.
For me, the passion is the most important factor in any type of "sales" whether it be personal or professional. If you do not truly believe in what you are selling, no one else will either.
No matter who you are, where you come from, or where you want to go, find your passion. Believe in yourself and your abilities. Look in the mirror and figure out what it is that makes you unique. What can you offer that others don't have?
Today, I am working hard to build not only my business, but helping others do the same. Every one of us has the ability to go out and create our dream life. It can be difficult to get past the obstacles we have placed in our way, but every challenge presents a chance to grow and to learn. All we can do is keep putting one foot in front of the other....and if we are persistent in our pursuit, we will get there.
What is holding you back from achieving your dreams?
