Hello Project HOPE friends, I hope everyone is well. Today I want to talk to you about something that perhaps we do not associate with our daily lives, but that is more present than we imagine: sales. Yes that's how it is. Maybe they will think that knowing about sales is only for those who are in the business of selling products or services. But the truth is, in life, we are all salespeople. And this does not mean that we all have to have a sales position, but knowing how to communicate and “sell” our ideas is a powerful tool in all aspects of our lives.
I'll give you a simple example: when you are in a job interview, you are actually selling your skills and experience to the recruiter. You are trying to convince someone that you are the best choice for the position. The same thing happens when we try to convince a friend to see a movie or the family to make a plan. We are using sales techniques to convey our idea, generate interest and gain the support of others.
Knowing about sales is also understanding the other person, putting yourself in their shoes, listening to what they need or what worries them. And that ability to listen and connect serves us not only at work, but also in our personal relationships. Sales teaches us to have empathy, to communicate better and, above all, to understand the value of a good relationship.
And be careful, I am not saying that they become professional salespeople, but I am saying that they know the basics. Learning to handle objections, overcome rejection and be persistent helps us face life's obstacles with another perspective.
So, friends, the next time you think “selling isn't for me,” consider this: selling is, at its core, sharing what we are passionate about, showing our authenticity, and learning to create connections. Knowing about sales is an advantage for anything we want to achieve, don't you think?.
