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Cold Calling: The First Seven Seconds

With Miles Croft Liked by 10,920 users
Duration: 34m Skill level: Intermediate Released: 1/19/2022

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Course details

Studies have shown that first impressions are made within seven seconds of meeting someone new. This means that we need to project the best version of ourselves within those seven seconds if we want to start a strong and prosperous relationship with someone new. When cold calling, it's even harder to project the best version of ourselves as our voice is our only available tool. The moment the prospect answers the phone, the seven-second timer begins and there is a make-or-break moment between you and the prospect, in which your pitch, tonality and approach must be perfect. This can be a daunting prospect to inexperienced salespeople but it needn't be. In this short course, Miles Croft explains clearly and concisely how to portray yourself perfectly within those first seven seconds and start the relationship on the best foot. He gives actionable do's and don'ts to explain what to do as soon as the prospect answers your call.

This course was created by Miles Croft. We are pleased to host this training in our library.

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  • Benson Cheung Benson Cheung

    Benson Cheung

    Co-Founder Delivering Innovative Photo Media Digitisation to Consumers in partnership with Google Photos | NGO Chair/Volunteer Leading Paediatric…

    4/5 September 1, 2025
    Great helpful general tips for calling prospects
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  • Kendra Chemaly Kendra Chemaly

    Kendra Chemaly

    Account Manager @ Solarpop | Sales, Project Management, Customer Relations

    5/5 April 23, 2025
    Not my first course by Myles, I recommend looking through all of his courses. He's a great instructor
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  • Marina Karmazina Marina Karmazina

    Marina Karmazina

    Sales Manager @ Aromatic | Sales, Marketing

    5/5 April 3, 2025
    bh
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Contents

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  • Test your knowledge 6 quizzes
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