Baxter's Buzz - 2 Months of Buzz - #60
Hello there! First of all, I'd like to welcome you guys back. My intentions are to post every-single-day until December 31. I'll call it "2 Months of Buzz." Today will be number 60.
Last Days - A friend of mine was recently read his last rights at the beginning of a sales month. Like myself, he is in sales and he was expected to hit his quota or else. That is a tough position that nobody wants to be in. There is such stress in most sales roles that it creates this constant uneasiness. There is a definite adrenaline rush when you experience success, and that is why many of us do it. Oh yeah, we also like the thought of making more money!
Sales is sorta like basketball. Of all the sports, it is the most accessible because there are so many courts around and all you need is a ball. There's always a need for salespeople. And there are a lot of "salespeople". We all think we're better than we are and we pattern our "game" after what we see on tv. Many times, we develop bad habits.
Today was a tough day. The last day of the month at my job typically brings a lot of excitement. The key is being a part of it and not just spectating. Today I was a spectator. It is really hard not to get down when your month doesn't go as planned. The key is dusting yourself, learning from your mistakes, and doing it all again the next month.
My thoughts are prayers go out to a close friend of mine who buried her father today. Also, my neighbor lost his dad on Friday. Life is too short. Spend it with your loved ones and leave a legacy with people before you leave. Pass along memories, laughs, and wisdom.
God bless,
Baxter
