Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) are comprised of Chamber members with similar interests who meet to discuss trends, challenges, ideas and thoughts. SIGs give members the opportunity to learn, network and develop long-term, meaningful relationships in a casual setting that promotes conversation and camaraderie. SIGs will be formed without regard to geographical boundaries and will be guided by “conversation starters.”
This Sales/Business Development Shared Interest Group will discuss their biggest sales successes and failures. Participants will be able to learn from each other's experiences in a relaxed setting.
Conversation Starter: Cindy Houston Hazen of Sales Executives.
Speaker:
Jim Holmes is the co-owner of Tim Shaver and Associates, a business development and consulting firm and President of Sandler Training of Middle Tennessee. Tim Shaver and Associates specializes in HR services; employee recruiting and assessments; business development training for professionals, sales people, sales management and customer service people; and CEO coaching and support
Jim has over 35 years of business experience in both the corporate and private business world. He has held positions of National Sales Manager and directed the sales and marketing efforts of companies and divisions doing from $1 million to over $2 billion.
Topic: "Overcoming call reluctance phone and walk-in"
All sales people suffer from it, some worse than others. But what causes it and how do we overcome it? Discover at this month's Sales and Business Development Shared Interest Group:
- Top 3 causes of call reluctance
- Why company top officers and owners want to talk with you
- How to get past the gate keeper
- 3 fool proof ways to make calling easier
- Social media (LinkedIn, Twitter & Facebook) and call reluctance
Get 2013 off to a fast start with better business development skills!
Note: This program is open to Chamber members only. Click here to learn about the value of Chamber membership for your business.
Cost: Free to attend. No advance registration is required. To be added to this group's communication list, please contact Lauren Love-Bobel.
Dates: This SIG will meet monthly on the second Wednesday; all Chamber members are invited to join.
Questions? E-mail Paige Anderson or call 615-743-3063.
