Frequently Asked Questions... and Answers!
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Q – Who leads the sales booster? Q – Are the sales boosters really only 30 minutes long? Q - How much prep time does it take? Q - Our company is very specialized - will these sales boosters work for us? Q - Can I use a different Sharpenz sales booster each week? Q - How do I select which sales boosters will be best for my team? Q - Is there a price break for multiple Sharpenz sales boosters? Q - Once I buy, do I own the rights to this material? Q - Who developed Sharpenz? Q - What if I want a topic not currently available? Q - What if I want to talk with someone live?
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Q - Who leads the sales booster?
A - 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!
Q – Are the sales boosters really only 30 minutes long?
A - 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.
Q – How much prep time does it take?
A - 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.
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Q – Our company is very specialized - will these sales boosters work for us?
A - 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!
Q – Can I use a different Sharpenz sales booster each week?
A - 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.
Q – How do I select which sales boosters will be best for my team?
A - 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!
Q – Is there a price break for multiple Sharpenz sales boosters?
A - 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!
Q – Once I buy, do I own the rights to this material?
A - No. Your purchase is a 'user license' for You to use the material with your team. The sales boosters can be used with your team over and over.
To help your sales manager friends and co-workers make a difference to their sales team, you can email them a link to the Sharpenz site for their own license.
Companies can purchase site-licenses for a team of sales managers. Contact us for your best package and pricing.
Q – Who developed Sharpenz?
A - 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.
Q – What if I want a topic not currently available?
A - 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!
Q – What if I want to talk with someone live?
A - 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.