How To Become A Better Closer?

Regardless of what one does, either in their personal, professional, civic, or volunteer - based life, it is essential to learn, the basics of closing. Some refer to this as closing the deal, while others simply see it, as getting others to agree, or a meeting of the minds.

In our personal lives, it means getting along with others, by explaining, focusing, and articulating, the best course of action, where they can work together, for the common good. In our careers, sometimes closing relates to selling, while other times, it means getting others to buy - into a vibrant, vital vision, or plan. Volunteer leaders must do their own version of closing, by getting others to cooperate, and adopt their visions, as their own.

In all cases, closing has certain requirements, including:

1. Articulating clearly: How can you get others to buy - in, if they don't clearly understand what you want to get done, and why?

2. Motivate: Motivate others by getting them to believe in you, and your ideas. Always stress benefits, in a mutual manner!

3. Creating the need: Explain, answer and continuously create a meaningful need!

4. Asking for the close: No matter how well you explain, anticipate, motivate and/ or motivate, nothing happens until/ unless you ask for the sale/ close! How will you do so?

Doesn't it make sense to   . . . ? 

When would you  like to participate?

Does __________work, or is __________ better?