“Closing the first meeting with an assertive assumption rather than asking if the prospect has any questions increases the chances the prospect will schedule a second meeting”

Chris Smith · Financial Advisor Success · Winning Clients And Moving 'Upmarket' By Being Confident In Telling Your Value Story with Chris Smith

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Close the first meeting with an assertive assumption (“I’m confident we can help you, would you like to become a client?”) instead of asking if the prospect has questions

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