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How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling
- Narrated by: Arthur Morey
- Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 12-06-16
- Language: English
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
- Whispersync for Voice-ready
Regular price: $20.99
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Publisher's Summary
A business classic endorsed by Dale Carnegie, How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling is for anyone whose job it is to sell. Whether you are selling houses or mutual funds, advertisements or ideas - or anything else - this book is for you.
When Frank Bettger was 29, he was a failed insurance salesman. By the time he was 40, he owned a country estate and could have retired. What are the selling secrets that turned Bettger's life around from defeat to unparalleled success and fame as one of the highest-paid salesmen in America?
The answer is inside How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling. Bettger reveals his personal experiences and explains the foolproof principles that he developed and perfected. He shares instructive anecdotes and step-by-step guidelines on how to develop the style, spirit, and presence of a winning salesperson. No matter what you sell, you will be more efficient and profitable - and more valuable to your company - when you apply Bettger's keen insights on:
- The power of enthusiasm
- How to conquer fear
- The key word for turning a skeptical client into an enthusiastic buyer
- The quickest way to win confidence
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- Brennan Collins
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- 03-15-17
Not just for sales!
I am not a sales person, and I found this book to be very enjoyable and helpful. The stories and tips can help in so many different situations and roles. From convincing someone to see your side of an argument to just good ol' people skills. Highly recommended.
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- Kindle Customer
- 12-30-16
A True Classic
This book is the best book I've ever read (heard) on the topic of selling and self improvement. Frank Bettger makes selling easy to understand and gives practical assignments that are sure to improve not only your power of persuasion, but also your life. I highly recommend this book for everyone, as selling (helping people overcome their fear of change and take action on solutions to improve their lives) is a valuable tool for all of us to master.
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- Amazon Customer
- 01-09-17
EXCELLENT BOOK!!!!
easy to read and listen to. great information and advice. even though it's written a long time ago, almost every principle still applies today. one of my new favorites!
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- Evan
- Philadelphia
- 06-03-17
Great book on sales
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Anyone in sales should read this. I've read at least 30 sales books this year. This one is in my top 5.
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- Amazon Customer
- 12-30-16
Excellent book
This is a great book no matter what business you're in! Although it takes place in a different era the principles apply just as much in today's business world.
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- christy oropeza
- 12-26-16
The only sales book you'll need
This is all you need my fellow sales men. With this book you will do wonders.
I loved it since the first time I read it when I was 18, and now 10 years later. This is a cornerstone to my career
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- Brandon Eason
- Dayton, OH
- 03-13-17
EXCELLENT
Phenomenal book. Top sales book in multiple different areas in sales that I've involved myself in. I've been waiting a while for it to come to Audible. OUTSTANDING
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- carmen
- 03-08-17
priceless resource
amazing resource of great tips and valuable insights on the art of selling. advice is old but timeless and helpful.
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- Henk
- 03-23-17
Very good applicable advice
A good read for any sales driven person that want to do business the right way.
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- Amazon Customer
- 02-12-17
Great read on salesmanship, a must read for all
What an excellent read on salesmanship. Every salesperson should have this book in their toolbox.
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- Anonymous User
- 04-03-18
Perfect for fledgling salesman
great listen. perfect for fledgling salesman not hitting the mark. perfect for figuring out how it's done.
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- J Warner
- 03-09-18
Brilliant
Great book will be listening to it again very soon. I would highly recommend a go.
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- Tfd
- 09-10-17
Best book on selling I've read so far
Very in depth explanations of timeless principles and techniques. The narrator did a good job of bringing the book to life .
This book is a classic I'm surprised that people don't talk about it more. Some of the ideas are applicable to more than just sales; like improving your memory, organising informaion etc.
This books covers everything from giving a structure of the sale to breaking down the individual steps. It also discusses the psychology at work during key moments of the sales.
I will be recommending this book to my friends
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- George
- 09-09-17
educative and interesting
Enjoyed the book, made plenty of notes. Even though the book is quite old it is very practical and applies to many situations presently.
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- Venus
- 07-05-17
Great fundamental principles
Great book. No one should miss it. These fundamental principles will guide you forever. Love it
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