sagiquarius Posted July 13, 2014 Posted July 13, 2014 EDIT: Thanks to everybody that has expressed interest for another conversation. I intend to host another conversation in very late August after I close on a townhouse that has a good internet connection. My current connection is awful and I wouldn't be much of a good host trying to do this on a crappy internet connection. I'll up date this post when I have a date in mind. I was speaking to another FDR listener today, and we've both noticed that many folks within the FDR community have a strong entrepreneurial spirit within them. I know some that currently run their own business, are beginning a freelance start-up, or are thinking about starting their own business or going freelance. I'd like to gather that power and drive to create into a monthly google hang-out. A place where ideas can be exchanged, feedback given, bad habits challenged, experiences shared, associations made, or even to promote your business. Perhaps we can devote some time to 2-min Elevator pitches and ask for feedback if we feel so inclined. I'd like to address two questions for the fist meeting: 1.) Why did you become an entrepreneur? 2.) What fears did you have about starting your own business? Tentatively scheduled next Monday July 21st at 7pm US mountain time ( -7 UTC). I'll host and create a g+ circle that will include anybody that is interested. If you own your own business or are thinking about it, speak up! 4
Tyler H Posted July 13, 2014 Posted July 13, 2014 I think that's an awesome idea! I'm interested for sure.
Pleiades Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 I would like to be included, please. I'm in too. Your beard is magical.
marina Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 I'm a real estate agent which means I'm an independent contractor. I work for myself but within a larger brokerage. I certainly consider myself entrepreneurial because if I don't create business I don't get paid a salary & I've been supporting myself full time this way for almost 8 years.. I only get paid a commission for producing results. So I'd definitely love to join in and meet everyone else. :-)
bitcoin Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Im trying to start my own business ! Feel free to come post suggestions, advice or anything ! Thanks! Im in though. https://board.freedomainradio.com/topic/40859-starting-my-own-business/
Three Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 I'd like to join in! I don't run my own business, but it's been something I've been thinking about.
Carl Green Posted July 15, 2014 Posted July 15, 2014 Brilliant! Do you have the g+ hangout name/info yet or will you have that Monday?
sagiquarius Posted July 21, 2014 Author Posted July 21, 2014 OK, so apparently G+hangouts doesn't allow me to do what I'd like by just sharing a link for you guys to join prior to the start time. I have to invite the participants specifically, or post the live link when it's time. Please PM your email address or link to your google+ profile and I'll add you to the "circle" for the chat. Alternatively, check this posting around 645-650 US mountain time for a "live" link you'll be able to use to join. Thanks for your interest, and I hope to see you there!
SueBee Posted July 21, 2014 Posted July 21, 2014 That sounds great - I will check for the link to the hangout and join in if I can make it. Cheers!
RuralRon Posted July 22, 2014 Posted July 22, 2014 The OP had the wrong date; Today is Monday the 21st... Where 0 where is our hangout link gone, 0 where 0 where can it B?
sagiquarius Posted July 22, 2014 Author Posted July 22, 2014 It's right here! https://plus.google.com/hangouts/_/g2ujkxkme4m4dxnavcraomdbgmaWOw, you're right, I completely screwed up the date. FIxed
RuralRon Posted July 22, 2014 Posted July 22, 2014 Installer says it was successful, but I don't see success in results. Page looks like its coming up, shows my profile pic, then reverts to a "click here to install" page. Bummer. Too last minute to workout for me I guess. I can't get a response to my PMs to OP, or on his skype either. Y'all have fund now and tell us what you did...
SueBee Posted July 22, 2014 Posted July 22, 2014 Hi all, Just a follow up note from our conversation on entrepreneurship earlier ... With regard to sales, a traditional approach is to use the "DRIVE" acronym for guidance: Direction, Rapport, Inquiry, Value, Execution. So...direction is preparing well before approaching clients, knowing as much as you can about your prospects, the industry (etc.) and how your product or service can help solve problems. Rapport is defined as the introduction of yourself, apparently (my emphasis!) making "small talk", building trust (likely/presumably through repeated contact, visits or by reputation), and "setting the agenda" - so, making sure you discuss your value proposition in the sales call or meeting. The inquiry portion lists the situation (current facts and data), the problem (any problems with the current situation), the implication (what happens if you don't fix this/those problems), and the "Need Payoff" which is defined as the solution question to need (not product). Value involves the acknowledgement of customers' need and showing that you understand and respect the customer's point of view. Describing relevant features and benefits (which is the basis of marketing in many ways); and finally, checking for the acceptance of this value proposition as being accurate (my emphasis). Finally, the execution of the DRIVE process involves watching for buying signals (not sure how those are defined exactly...), summarising the points of agreement, then suggesting the next steps of Your sales process / next action items and...(drumroll)...Asking for their commitment to buy. Of course...along the way, there will be Detours - Probe to understand why, Acknowledge the customer's concerns, Respond appropriately based on the concerns. Some common features of the detours are: skepticism, misunderstanding, and drawbacks. To address the detour you can provide the relevant proof based on what customers are skeptical about, demonstrate that your product does in fact meet their needs, and that the benefits outweigh the drawbacks. If there is a Price related drawback, re-emphasize the value of the product and how it could help the company or individual achieve the needs you have uncovered in your sales consultation(s) with them. Show that you listen to their concerns, and that you provide solutions. "Check for acceptance" is the final note. That's all. The source is the JR Shaw School of Business, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. I hope that is helpful. Please let me know if this was applicable to you or not. I'm interested in discussing different kinds of market strategies here in responses, or on another thread, just post a link if you start a new one. Thanks! 3
sagiquarius Posted July 22, 2014 Author Posted July 22, 2014 Thanks Sue! If anybody has any more follow-ups, please do post. Here is the podcast I mentioned: http://www.thevoluntarylife.com/ Also, the book The Personal MBA and the supporting reading list were very helpful in giving me some nice business management and systems information.
MRW Posted August 3, 2014 Posted August 3, 2014 I'm interested in joining the next hangout. Sagiquarius, I'll send you my G+.
sagiquarius Posted August 3, 2014 Author Posted August 3, 2014 Thanks very much, everybody, for your interest. I plan on hosting the next chat in late August after I move into a new townhouse with a good internet connection. The connection here is terrible. I'll update the OP as well.
carolinqua Posted August 6, 2014 Posted August 6, 2014 Im interested! Me and my husband that also is here on FDR run a couple of businesses together. We live in Sweden at the moment
12baird12 Posted August 6, 2014 Posted August 6, 2014 Just wondering, I didn't see it posted here maybe I missed it, but did you guys happen to record it? That would be really interesting to listen to. I would definitely be interested in joining a next one.
SueBee Posted August 7, 2014 Posted August 7, 2014 I don't think it was recorded however, it is something to look into. The link to the hangout will be posted here once it gets going. I think there is a limit of ten participants per session though....so we may want to do a sign-up / head count. Otherwise, it may end up being "first come, first served".
SueBee Posted October 2, 2014 Posted October 2, 2014 Hey folks - I was thinking that it's been a while since we held an entrepreneurs hangout...would anyone be interested in doing one this weekend ( Oct. 4/5)?
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