But what about a few years down the road when sales are up and business is good? What's your motivator then? You might be reading now and thinking, "I'd love to have that problem!" But, be careful what you wish for. Imagine what it would be like if you lost your sales drive.
What if your mojo was a no go and your day consisted of monotony and playing iPhone monopoly? Anyone can find motivation in poverty, but not everyone has the self-discipline to maintain good prospecting habits when things are going well.
Very much alive and now officially an industry curmudgeon, strategic growth expert T. J. Tedesco can be reached at tj@tjtedesco.com or 301-404-2244.
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