Category Archives: Pitching

Eeny, meeny, miny, moe – I’ll have that one..

Posted on June 17, 2017 by Marie

How do you make your prospects choose you above your competitors?  What reason do they have to do so? There are lots of pitch stories out there but one that sticks in my mind is the very brave design agency … Continue reading →

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There is something to be said for just being ‘good enough’

Posted on April 28, 2017 by Elite Edge

Sometimes, being the ‘best’ choice for a prospect isn’t what will ultimately decide whether you get the work. Sometimes, it may be important to be ‘good enough’ or even just ‘safe’. We can’t always assume that our prospects are motivated … Continue reading →

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People buy people

Posted on January 14, 2017 by Elite Edge

At the end of the day, ‘people buy people’ is still a constant truth in business. The work does not always go to the best business on paper – sometimes it goes to the one who made a better connection … Continue reading →

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The reason why

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Elite Edge

Why should your prospects buy from you?  Why should they select your product over that of your competitors?  Why is it better for them?

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Make a personal investment in your prospects

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Elite Edge

In most cases where you’ve won new business there’s an element of risk for your prospect-come-client. If they’ve never had any experience of your services before (and they don’t have the benefit of a firm recommendation from someone they trust) … Continue reading →

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