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  • What exactly is a Ready-to-Go 30 Minute Sharpenz Sales Training Kit?
    • A Sharpenz "kit" is a complete 30-minute sales training meeting outline. It's complete with a leader's outline, which includes what to say, how to run the interactive activities, and how much time each part takes. There are Success Achievement Plans – the copy-ready handout pages for each participant's use, Reinforcement Tips for add on learning opportunities if you want to review, expand or discuss that particular topic further, and Success Set-up Tips to assist all experience levels for the best sales training meeting experience. Click here to get two free. They're yours to use immediately. Or Click here for a snapshot view.
  • Who leads the sales booster?
    • You choose! It can be sales managers, trainers, and sellers with a desire for a new challenge or responsibility. We’ve been told if you can tell time, read and have a desire to help others succeed, you can lead the booster effectively!
  • Are the sales boosters really only 30 minutes long?
    • Yes! The format has been carefully structured with quality content, activity and ah-ha moments into 30 minutes. Of course, there is flexibility. If you have more time, you can stretch the activities and discussions to a total of 45 - 60 minutes.
  • How much prep time does it take?
    • It depends on your comfort level and the format. Each Sharpenz sales booster includes an estimated prep time. Typically 15 - 20 minutes to read the outline, photocopy the Success Achievement Plan worksheet and think of your industry/company examples is plenty.
  • Our company is very specialized - will these sales boosters work for us?
    • Absolutely! The sales boosters are designed to incorporate relevant industry or company-specific examples into the format. There are also dozens of sales booster topics for you to select the ones that will allow your team the biggest boost!
  • Can I use a different Sharpenz sales booster each week?
    • Flexibility is the name of our game. Yes you can! Or use one booster topic for two weeks or more in a row to reinforce that specific skill or process. We’ve even included reinforcement suggestions at the end of each outline to help you maximize your use.
  • How do I select which sales boosters will be best for my team?
    • Click on >Sales Boosters to see all the Sharpenz boosters available. Click on the title to read the theme (description). We’ve even provided Expert Pick bundles of 5 – with 5 related topics to provide you continuity and a bigger bang for your buck!
  • Is there a price break for multiple Sharpenz sales boosters?
    • Yes, if you’re committed to helping your team sell more, you deserve a break! Price breaks start with multiples of 5. For larger quantity purchases, contact us and we’ll help you out!
  • Once I buy do I own the rights to the material?
    • No. Your purchase is an individual 'user license' for YOU to use with your team as often as you desire.

      To help your sales manager friends and co-workers make a difference to their sales teams’, email them a link to the Sharpenz site to purchase their own license.

      Site-license for multiple sales managers is available. Contact us for your best package and pricing.
  • Who developed Sharpenz?
    • Glad you asked! Check out Our Story to find out more about the authors, Nancy Bleeke and Alice Kemper. We’re really qualified and interesting people.
  • What if I want a topic not currently available?
    • Ask and you may receive! Additional Sharpenz sales boosters will be continuously added to the website. Check back often! Suggest a topic and if it’s in our expertise, we’ll move it to the front of the line in the development process. Of course, we’ll send you a message when it is ready for prime-time!
  • What if I want to talk with someone live?
    • We’re happy to talk with you! Call 561-482-8941 - if it’s after-hours, you will receive a call first thing the next business day morning.

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