The "Close File" Still Works | Donald Kelly - 1814

The Sales Evangelist

Understanding human psychology will always move your sales pipeline faster than the speed of lightning. In this episode, I share a simple trick that helped my podcasting company secure valuable appointments and generate significant revenue. Discover why the "Close File" method still works and how you can use it.

Understanding Human Behavior

• One of sales's most fundamental and overlooked aspects is understanding human behavior.

• Every title, email, and phone call in sales is not just a transaction, but an opportunity to connect with a real person who craves genuine interaction.

• By grasping the nuances of human psychology, salespeople can navigate conversations more effectively and close more deals.

The "Close File" Strategy

• The "Close File" strategy is an email tactic that can effectively filter out non-responsive leads and revive interest from potential prospects.

• I share an example of a simple yet effective email that asks the recipient if they still want to proceed or if the file should be closed.

• This approach leverages psychological triggers like FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) to prompt responses.

Why It Works

• The success of the "Close File" strategy lies in its psychological underpinnings.

• People fear missing out on valuable opportunities, and the confident, straightforward approach of closing the file catches their attention.

• This method cleans up your pipeline and accelerates the decision-making process for leads.

“The idea of you closing something and taking it away makes them want it even more. It's kind of like when you were a teenager, and your parents told you not to do something. It made you want to do it even more.” - Donald Kelly.

Resources

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

TSE Sales Mastermind Class

TSE studios

Donald C. Kelly on LinkedIn

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