by Rob Jolles | Jun 28, 2019 | Public Speaking
Do you know one of the kindest things that people in an audience can do for a presenter? Simply ask questions. It shows interest in the topic, an appreciation for the speaker, and often lets you know if there is any confusion within the audience....
by Rob Jolles | Jun 14, 2019 | Motivation, Public Speaking, Sales Training, Self Help
Question: Who do you think were the comedians in the greatest comedic team ever to step on a stage? To me, there is one, simple answer: Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin. Do you want to debate this with me? You won’t stand a chance. Consider the following facts: These...
by Rob Jolles | May 31, 2019 | success
There are many who don’t have the stomach for selling, and I can appreciate that. After all, there’s the uncertainty of income, the occasional nasty customer with an occasional nasty comment, and of course, the rejection that goes along with selling. Salespeople...
by Rob Jolles | May 17, 2019 | Coaching and Mentoring
I’ve never been much of a gambler. I suffer from what I call the “John McEnroe Syndrome.” I dislike losing more than I enjoy winning, and that’s why you probably won’t ever see me in a casino. I have gambled in the past, however, and the game that has always...
by Rob Jolles | May 3, 2019 | Management Training
Recently, I came across an article that took a shot at the sales profession. Sadly, that’s not all that unusual, given all of the misinformation and personal prejudice about the profession. The article took a direct shot at the managerial skills of...